Plains, Georgia presents The 17th Annual Plains Peanut Festival
September 28, 2013
The annual Plains Peanut Festival is centered around one of the Sumter County community’s claims to fame, its peanut production, and features the community’s most famous residents in active roles. The festival kicks off with a 1-mile fun run and a 5-K road race. People line the sidewalks of Plains each year to watch the unique entries in the parade downtown. Visitors enjoy the all-day event and educational exhibits are on display to accent the importance of agriculture in this region.
Both President and Mrs. Carter will be in town for the festivities.
For more information and the 2013 Schedule of Events: