In 1990, several city residents planned an event to mark the city of Mauldin's 100th anniversary. Mauldinfest was launched as a celebration of Mauldin's ‘constitution days’ and has since grown into a premiere event that attracts visitors from across the southeastern United States.

This year, Mauldinfest, sponsored by Laurens Electric Cooperative, will take place September 22nd and 23rd at Mauldin’s Sunset Park. The fun kicks off Friday night with opening ceremonies, a hot air balloon "glow", and entertainment on the main stage, including the group "Still Cruzin'" at 8:00 p.m.

On Saturday, the day will be filled with many activities for festival attendees with  quality craft vendors, a variety of food, amusement rides, and games for all ages. Mauldinfest features a Cruise-in on Saturday for auto  and vehicle enthusiasts, and on Saturday afternoon the ever-popular Mauldinfest Talent Search will begin at 3:00 p.m. The headliner entertainment on Saturday night attracts large crowds, and this year Jim Vicars will perform as "Elvis" at 5:30 p.m.  followed by "The Tams" playing at 8:00 p.m.  Saturday night ends with a bang, as a huge display of fireworks lights up the night sky with a brilliant array of colors.

 As always, there is no admission charge, only a $1 per car parking fee to get into the festival Remember to bring lawn chairs to relax in front of the Wachovia Main Stage area. Please be sure to visit the many great vendors and sponsors that really do make Mauldinfest one of the best family-fun festivals in the Upstate.