Check out these awesome events coming up in and around Upstate South Carolina
ONGOING EVENTS:
Afternoon Explorations with Roper Mountain Science Center
September 14, 2023-May 10th, 2024 (closed November 23 & 24 for Thanksgiving Holiday)
1:30PM-5:00PM
Tickets are $8 for Adults and $7 for Children ages 0-12 (Members reveive discounted ticket price) available HERE
Don't miss this exciting adventure! Visit the Environmental Science and Sustainability Building and discover the Our Water Story and Sustainable Future exhibits as well as the highly popular Nature Exchange. Step into Harrison Hall of Natural Science to explaore the Indoor Rain Forest & Rainforest Classroom, take the opportunity to pet singrays, sea stars, and horseshoe crabs in the Marine Lab and Ecology Lab. Fell like traveling through time? Take a walk through the Dinosaur Adventure Trail where you'll look for young and adult dinosaurs! Other fun exhibits include: Butterfly Garden, Pirate Adventure & Dinosaur Playgrounds, and Living History Farm. Don't miss out on this educational and amazing adventure with Roper Mountain Science Center!
Mario Kart Monday
October 2nd-December 11th
Magnetic South Brewery
701 Easley Bridge Road, Ste 4155 Greenville SC 29611
From the Website: "Every Monday from 7-9pm, join us for Mario Kart! Grab your friends and a drink to challenge them to a couple of races! So rev your engines for a ride down to Magnetic South. Get ready, get set, GO!"
Splash & Bubbles Dice In, Lend A Fin!
September 23rd, 2023-February 4th, 2024
10AM-5PM
Upcountry History Museum
More Information available HERE
From the Website: "The 2,500 square foot, interactive exhibition, builds on kids’ connections to the characters and their habitats, immersing them in a larger-than-life marine environment and introducing them to the incredible world of ocean exploration. While exploring the early childhood STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) based exhibit, children are encouraged to build both scientific inquiry and social emotional skills as they learn how to protect the ocean and its ecosystems. Ocean conservation is a key message throughout the exhibit, encouraging families to understand that they can create “a small ripple to help our big ocean.”
Festival of Trees
November 17th-December 25th
Hyatt Regency Greenville or Courtyard Mariott Downtown
Full Details HERE
From the Website: "The 38th annual Festival of Trees will bring the 2023 holiday season to life! Spectacularly decorated trees line the entranceway of two hotels in downtown Greenville, giving visitors and community members the chance to experience the magic of the holidays. View trees November 17 thru December 25 at Courtyard Marriott Downtown and Hyatt Regency Greenville. All proceeds will assist with transitioning the Bon Secours St. Francis Cancer Center to the nexus of a Cancer Program."
United Community Ice on Main
Corner of S Main & Board Street Greenville SC
November 15th-January 15th
Times Vary-See HERE for tickets and information!
From the Website:"United Community Ice on Main is an open outdoor ice skating rink in the heart of downtown Greenville, South Carolina. This year, this winter tradition and favorite activity of many in the Upstate will open November 15, 2023. Located at Village Green near the Courtyard Marriott, you'll truly be skating in a winter wonderland when you come skate with us! The rink is open 7 days a week, excluding Christmas Day."
Indie Craft Parade Holiday Pop Up Shop
November 3rd-December 24th (Friday's-Sundays Only)
11AM-5PM
2909 Old Buncombe Road Greenville SC
From Their Webiste: "The 2023 Indie Craft Parade Holiday Pop Up will be open Fridays through Sundays beginning November 3. For eight weekends, a curated mix of handmade giftable art, home goods, jewelry, and children’s items will be available for purchase.
The Pop Up Shop is only accepting card payments at this time."
Full Website HERE!
NOVEMBER EVENTS
Friday Starry Nights
Roper Mountain Science Center
402 Roper Mountain Road Greenville SC 29615
Times & Shows Vary, See HERE for tickets and info
Join Roper Mountain for a night under the stars in the Hooper Planetarium! Such an awesome family event!
Yoga at Conestee
November 18th, 2023
11AM-12PM
Conestee Nature Preserve
840 Mauldin Park Road Greenville SC 29607
Tickets are $14 per person, click HERE to buy!
"Join Jessica Lee Reader at Conestee Nature Preserve for an hour-long gentle yoga and meditation session, set against the backdrop of East Bay Lake (Brought to you by Vitalized Body). What to Bring: Please bring you own yoga mat, a water thermos, sunscreen, and bug spray. Wear comfortable, moveable clothing and consider closed-toes shoes for the walk to the deck. Be prepared for potentially cooler weather and bring extra layers."
Trans-Siberian Orchestra Presents: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
November 18, 2023
4PM and 8PM Show times, see HERE for tickets!
Bon Secours Wellness Arena
650 N Academy Street Greenville SC 29601
Check out the best of TSO and More! Two showing times you won't want to miss!
Paint & Sip-Swamp Rabbit Trail
November 19th, 2023
2PM, reservations are required-click HERE to save your spot or check out the full calendar!
Wine & Design Greenville
1175 Woods Crossing Road Greenville SC 29607
Such a cute gift or to add to your fall decor! Can't make this one? They have so many other classes as well-check out the calendar on their website for Chunky Blanket classes, Date Nights, Trivia Nights, and so much more!
Iron Hill & Boardwalk Game Night
November 20th, 2023
5PM-8PM
Iron Hill Brewery
741 Haywood Road Greenville SC 29607
From the Website: "Enjoy a variety of fun games from Boardwalk while indulging in your favorite Iron Hill food and beer! Check back each month for a new experience. You can play games as a group or bring the game to your the game to your table!"
Full Details HERE
The Wiz
November 21st-26th, 2023
Times Vary-See Ticket Info HERE
Peace Center
300 S Main Street Greenville SC 29601
From the Website: "Everbody look around! The Tony Award® winning Best Musical that too the world by storm is back and coming to Greenville!"
Greenville Christmas Market
November 24th-December 31st
10AM-5PM
Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville
44 E Camperdown Way Greenville SC 29601
"Visit Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville from November 24-December 31 to experience live music, local merchants, and delectable holiday-themed cuisine."
Greenville Holiday Fair
November 30th-December 2nd, 2023
10AM-8PM Thursday and Friday, 10AM-6PM Saturday
Tickets: $7, Parking $5, tickets available HERE or on site!
From the Website: "Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at the 53rd Annual Holiday Fair, here at the Greenville Convention Center. Whether it’s a family tradition or your first time attending, the Holiday Fair is more than just your typical holiday decor. We offer the region’s largest selection of Holiday arts, crafts, and gifts for everyone on your list. Exhibitors include more than 350 crafters and commercial vendors in this 3 day award-winning fair that gives shoppers a chance to support small and local businesses this holiday season."
A Merry Mauldin Christmas Tree Lighting
November 30th, 2023
5PM-8PM
Mauldin Outdoor Amphitheater
101 E Butler Rd Mauldin SC 29662
Join the City of Mauldin and the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce for A Merry Mauldin Christmas! This year’s festivities will include live holiday music, a holiday market, pictures with Santa, the annual tree lighting, and some jolly extras that will help make your spirits bright!
Full Timing Breakdown HERE
A LOOK TOWARDS DECEMBER:
Greenville's Official Tree Lighting 'Night of Lights'
December 1st, 2023
6PM
206 S Main Street Greenville SC 29601
Greer Christmas Tree Lighting
December 1st, 2023
5PM-8PM
301 E Poinsett St Greer SC 29651
26th Annual Santa on the Chimney
December 2nd and December 9th
Chimney Rock State Park
Click HERE for Full Details
Poinsettia Christmas Parade (Greenville)
December 2nd, 2023
6PM
Greer Christmas Parade
December 3rd, 2023
2:30PM
Simpsonville Christmas Parade
December 3rd, 2023
3PM-7PM
Fountain Inn Annual Tree Lighting
December 5th, 2023
7PM-9PM
110 Depot Street Fountain Inn SC 29644
Fountain Inn Spirit of Christmas Parade
December 6th, 2023
5:30PM-6:30PM
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