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"Home to a free Music in the Park concert series each summer, Trailblazer Park in Travelers Rest serves as a delightful urban green space and community gathering spot." - Perri Ormont Blumberg
Perri Ormont Blumberg
Perri Ormont Blumberg is a New York City-born-and-based writer. Her work has appeared in the New York Post, Travel + Leisure, Rolling Stone, and more.
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Trail Blazer Park is the home of the Travelers Rest Farmer's Market which is open Saturday mornings from 8:30 to just after noon. This is the best Farmer's market I've been to in the Carolinas with a heavy mix of produce, ready made dishes and bakeries with a few craft vendors mixed in. They have the most "organic" vendors that I've seen. Most markets are heavily weighted with crafts so it's great to have the focus on organic foods. They always have live music and parking is in abundance with lots of both ends of the venue. We were surprised at just how many vendors are there and we typically go every week. They are now having a mid-week Farmer's market every Wednesday from about 5 pm to 7:30 pm with the focus on food items. Travelers Rest has done an amazing job putting on the best Farmer's market in the area!!!
Lucas B.
Google
A nice playground that is well maintained. Public restrooms are there and are sufficient. There are several picnic areas. The shade here is minimal and the playground is in direct sun so go early if you plan on using.
Sue R.
Google
Great place for all ages! I have attended many events; great for live music, BBQ events, festivals, farmers market, etc. I would love to see more live music events scheduled.
Aileen Z.
Google
Love the Saturday TR Market. I saw the 2 baby goats today. Kids love them. Found a booth with the best olive oil I've ever had. It's from Italy, called Gold King. Bought some, along with some olives. Found another baking goods booth with the best pastry I've had this year. It has blueberries and was gluten free! Now I will have to search for that booth again next Saturday!
Kathie H.
Google
Wonderful music and a fabulous drone light show!
Carrie R
Google
We stopped at the TR farmers market and it was really neat. Tons of amazing vendors, a good variety of foods and items to purchase. The live music was a great touch as well. Such a pretty area.
Odd D.
Google
Unique playground! I love that the design of this park has thought about how to keep older children engaged. Children shouldn’t phase out of playgrounds in early childhood, there is truly a need for free access spaces like this to connect with each other and get their bodies moving in the fresh air.
Love that it’s connected to an amphitheater and provides a community space for all ages.
Garden looked beautiful!
Irene E.
Google
On Saturday they have a wonderful Farmers Market! Definitely check it out. They have a pavilion & places for the kids to play. Restrooms are also available.
Drew S.
Yelp
Lovely park, nice venue for summer shopping and market. Otherwise, limited amenities. Bathrooms locked when no event. Located near police station. Well lighted.