A charming small town in South Carolina has a unique claim to fame – a boiled peanut festival that takes place every year and features a treasured surprise. Bluffton, South Carolina is home to this annual event that revolves around the tried-and-true southern snack, with one important note – this is when the world’s largest boiled peanut comes out for all to see! That’s right, the largest boiled peanut in the world has a home in Bluffton, SC, and you have to see it to believe it.

Every year in September, the charming town of Bluffton, South Carolina, becomes the hub for a southern snack - boiled peanuts.
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The Bluffton Boiled Peanut Festival takes over the town with a peanut parade, a peanut cook-off contest, and an annual unveiling of the largest boiled peanut in the world!
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Only during the festival, does the world’s largest peanut roll out of hiding for all to enjoy and capture on film. Make sure to bring your camera and snap a picture in front!
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Clocking in at 22 feet long and weighing nearly a half-ton, this gargantuan peanut was built in 2013 for the purpose of the festival.
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Made of plywood and spray foam, the peanut is usually hidden from view most of the year but gets wheeled out for the annual September fest. Sometimes, you may even catch the peanut making an appearance at the local farmers' market!
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Who would’ve thought that in the heart of the Lowcountry you’ll find the largest boiled peanut in the world!?
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Bluffton is filled with natural beauty, incredible waterways, and locals who take pride in their small town. While the giant, record-breaking boiled peanut is a reason to visit, it is only one of many.
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Did you know that Bluffton, South Carolina, was home to the world’s largest boiled peanut? Have you seen this giant nut in person before? Share with us your thoughts in the comments section! Or if you’re looking for more information about how to see the largest peanut in the world, check out the Bluffton Boiled Peanut Festival Facebook Page.

Plus, in case you love seeing giant landmarks throughout South Carolina, we have another that will likely blow your mind. The world’s largest fire hydrant is located in Columbia, South Carolina! This work of art called “Busted Plug” clocks in at four stories high and reportedly weighs 675,000 pounds.

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