Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Question: Hahira residents Mamie Sorrell and Adeline Landrum founded the Honeybee Festival in 1981 with what simple vision for their town?

Answer: “To liven up the city.” The pair envisioned a single weekend of crafts, entertainment, and a parade. The festival now fills a week and draws an estimated 30,000 to 50,000 people.