MAGNOLIA GROVE
A Southern Heritage Market Event
October 17th: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, October 18th: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
New Ebenezer Retreat Center | Rincon, Georgia
Step into fall at Magnolia Grove, a curated luxury market experience where Southern charm meets elevated shopping, entertainment, and community. This two-day event brings together curated artisans, boutique vendors, delicious food, and immersive experiences—set against the beautiful grounds of the New Ebenezer Retreat Center.
What to Expect
Curated Luxury Market
Shop a carefully selected lineup of artists, makers, boutiques, and specialty vendors, offering high-quality goods, handcrafted items, home décor, gifts, apparel, and seasonal finds. This is not your average market—each vendor is chosen to align with our elevated Southern aesthetic.
Some of the categories you’ll find at our market include: Pottery, Permanent Jewelry, Greeting Cards, Wreaths, Terrariums, Tumblers, Boiled Peanuts, Cotton Candy, Concessions, Dolls, Teddy Bears, Apothecary, Pet Accessories, Flower Bar, Massage Therapy, Quilting, Crochet, Costume Jewelry, Coastal Decor, Cutting Boards, Honey, Clothing, Purses, Holistic Wellness, Hand Carved Wood and Wood Paint Kits, Signature Scented Charms/Sprays/Sachets, Sparkle Sunglasses, The T-Shirt Bar, Hydration Station, Signature Event Merchandise, Original Art, Local Authors, Seasonal Home Decor and Gifts, Sports Themed Products, Clothing Designers and Original Apparel, Hat Bar, Sweet Treats, Farmers Market, Pumpkin Patch
The Gallery
The Gallery is a curated exhibition hall featuring pottery, jewelry, antiques, and collectible treasures. Designed as a museum-style experience, this elegant space invites guests to explore exceptional artwork and timeless pieces while connecting directly with talented artists and collectors. Adjacent rooms hosts exhibitions like our art and literature room. Take cookie decorating classes or purchase other gourmet goodies in our food demonstration room.
Live Music
Manolia Grove will feature live music, creating the perfect backdrop for shopping, dining, and gathering with friends and family.
Enjoy a thoughtfully curated lineup of talented musicians performing a mix of Southern favorites, acoustic sets, and feel-good tunes—designed to enhance the atmosphere without overpowering the experience. Live music will set the tone for a laid-back yet elevated spring celebration
The Goodbyes will take the stage from 12:00pm - 2:00pm and
Coastal Odyssey Jazz from 3:00pm - 5:00pm October 17th.
Dining
Enjoy a variety of local food favorites from our concessions presented by Smoking With Top, perfect for families and casual bites or leisurely meals throughout the day at affordable prices.
The Game Yard
Come tailgate with us!
Relax and unwind in The Game Yard, our dedicated sports and leisure area featuring:
SEC FOOTBALL SATURDAY OCTOBER 17TH!!!
NFL FOOTBALL SUNDAY OCTOBER 18TH!!!
Sports viewing space
Yard games and casual entertainment
Comfortable gathering areas for families and friends
Family-Friendly Activities
Magnolia Grove is designed to be enjoyed by all ages, with engaging activities and open spaces that allow families to spend the day together such as our featured Treat Trail.
A Market with a Mission
Whispers in the Grove: Echoes of Ebenezer is a unique immersive living history experience offered during market hours that provides insight into the settling of Ebenezer and establishment of Ebenezer, Jerusalem Lutheran Church, and Ebenezer Museum. Proceeds go to benefit the preservation of our amazing Southern heritage at Ebenezer. (Registration currently pending schedule changes.) Professional period tour guides provided by Ghosts & Gravestones of Savannah, a Historic Tours of America company.
A Hero’s Family Fun Run is an opportunity to explore the nature trails of Ebenezer and contribute to supporting the launch of a new non-profit, Behind the Line, to support families of active first responders. Those that sign up online before September 30th, 2026, will receive a limited-edition challenge coin. The walk/run begins at 9:00am October 17th prior to market open, check in begins at 8:00am at the market entrance.
Magnolias in the Moonlight Masquerade Ball and Silent Auction featuring live music by Fred Anderson. Join us after market close on Saturday October 17th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm for a silent auction to benefit breast cancer awareness and support local breast cancer patients. Winners will be announced at 7:30pm and checkout immediately following. Food and mocktails will be served. Come as you are or join us in costume. DIY masquerade masks will also be available at the market for purchase prior to market close. Proceeds benefit local breast cancer patient programs through Keeper of the Flame and American Cancer Society - Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.
Free Market Admission
Admission to Magnolia Grove is free for all attendees. There are for purchase experiences such as A Hero’s Family Fun Run, Whispers in the Grove: Echoes of Ebenezer, and the Magnolias in the Moonlight Masquerade Ball within the market, but all are welcome to enter, shop, and enjoy the event.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Magnolia Grove offers unique opportunities for local businesses and brands to gain visibility through sponsorships, on-site activations, and curated brand placements. Sponsorship packages are available at multiple levels and can be customized.
To learn more about becoming a sponsor, visit our Sponsor page or contact us.
Partner with Us!
We welcome everyone to join us for Magnolia Grove. Together we can make a difference!
Sign up to participate in our event or make a donation to one of our missions. If you are a local business, we welcome you to come engage with the community. Offer giveaways, prizes, games, or be part of our Treat Trail.
To learn more about becoming a partner visit our Sign Up to Participate page or contact us.
Volunteer
Are you looking for community service credit or want to get involved? Ask us about opportunities to volunteer throughout our two-day event. Contact Us
Stay Connected
Follow The Southern Heritage Market for event updates, vendor highlights, ticket announcements, and behind-the-scenes looks as we prepare for Magnolia Grove.
We can’t wait to welcome you for a beautiful weekend of shopping, food, community, fundraising, and Southern hospitality.