Johnston, SC, known as the "Peach Capital of the World," is located in Edgefield County. Our town is less than an hour away from Aiken and Augusta, GA.
Welcome to the Peach Capital of the World! Nestled in the rolling hills of western South Carolina, Johnston was founded in 1870 with the creation of the first railway. Characterized by our charming downtown, vast antebellum-style homes aligning our main street, and business district providing a wide-variety of products and services. Johnston is a place where no one is a stranger, with good food, friendly folks, and fresh peaches!
People come to Johnston as visitors and they leave as friends.
Fun Facts:
Johnston produces about 60% of South Carolina's peaches and is known as the "Peach Capital of the World".
Johnston has a population of 2,471.
The annual Peach Blossom Festival originated in 1947 and occurs on the first Saturday of May. The event draws in thousands of vendors and attendees.
Johnston wants to build a YMCA for its citizens. For more information, visit to Choose29832.com.
