William Walton Heritage Festival - Where you can experience good food, great shopping and outstanding entertainment while celebrating our heritage! On the last Saturday of September each year, the Historic Smith County Courthouse square is transformed to take you back in time. Experience live demonstrations of our early settler’s lives and hear the history of Smith County as performed in “character” of actual historical figures. Stroll Main Street and shop with local artisans and downtown merchants. Take part in kid and family friendly activities and attractions. Savor the many food choices. Enjoy live music by various artists performed from the steps of our historic courthouse. Come out and experience Smith County!