Sum Nelly breaks record

According to data from Placer.ai, a leading location analytics intelligence platform, the 2025 Sum Nelly Festival at Dowdy Park saw a record-breaking attendance of approximately 6,600 visitors—an impressive increase of 1,800 attendees from 2024’s total of 4,800. The event reached its peak attendance at 11:00 a.m., when more than 3,700 festivalgoers were on-site enjoying the wide array of arts and craft vendors, delicious food, and family-friendly activities. This year’s turnout highlights the continued growth and popularity of the beloved community tradition in the city of Summerville.