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Friday, December 5, 2025
The Nutcracker
Dec 5 all-day
Peace Concert Hall

Greenville’s favorite holiday tradition returns as International Ballet and Artistic Director Vlada Kysselova present The Nutcracker. The International Ballet pre-professional Company and Academy students are joined by acclaimed principal guest artists for an enchanting production.

Enjoy Tchaikovsky’s timeless score performed by the Greenville Symphony Orchestra with the angelic voices of the Greenville Youth Chorale in the iconic snow scene. Join Clara and her Nutcracker prince as they battle mice, travel through a winter wonderland, and visit the Land of the Sweets. With glittering sets and costumes, this magical production is not to be missed.

December 5, 2025  |  Fri 7:30pm;
December 6, 2025  |  Sat7:30pm;
December 7, 2025  |  Sun3:00pm
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Fretwell Holiday Market
Dec 6 all-day
Fretwell

🎄Saturday, DECEMBER 6th @fretwellmarket is having special guest 💚THE GRINCH 💚for keepsake snapshots from 10am-1pm — and of course all of the best in local goods and gifts for holiday shopping!!

The Nutcracker
Dec 6 all-day
Peace Concert Hall

Greenville’s favorite holiday tradition returns as International Ballet and Artistic Director Vlada Kysselova present The Nutcracker. The International Ballet pre-professional Company and Academy students are joined by acclaimed principal guest artists for an enchanting production.

Enjoy Tchaikovsky’s timeless score performed by the Greenville Symphony Orchestra with the angelic voices of the Greenville Youth Chorale in the iconic snow scene. Join Clara and her Nutcracker prince as they battle mice, travel through a winter wonderland, and visit the Land of the Sweets. With glittering sets and costumes, this magical production is not to be missed.

December 5, 2025  |  Fri 7:30pm;
December 6, 2025  |  Sat7:30pm;
December 7, 2025  |  Sun3:00pm
Christmas at the Farm
Dec 6 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Arran Farm

Christmas at the Farm is an ALL INCLUSIVE Christmas experience, made for the whole family, full of fun holiday activities, all centered around picking out your Christmas tree. Each ticket includes the following: Unlimited Hot Chocolate, Unlimited S’mores, TCMU Arts & Crafts, Escape Artist Escape Room, Photo Booth, Yard Games, “Chalk Talk” Station, Playground Access, Vendor and Food Truck Access, Live Music and so much more! Please join us and come find your perfect Christmas tree, making memories that will last a lifetime!

Greer Farmers Market Christmas Festival
Dec 6 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Greer City Park

Our annual 2-Day festival is BACK, Dec 6 & 7, 10AM-2PM in Greer City Park. Get in the holiday spirit and complete your shopping with us and 60+ farmers, maker, and bakers. Your friends and family will be delighted with their high quality, locally handmade items. We have plenty of goods to bring to your holiday parties such as cookies, coffee, dips, and more.
Enjoy your time with us with live music, food court, and kids activities. Come back both days for something different each day. Learn more online at GreerFarmersMarket.com

Sunday, December 7, 2025
The Nutcracker
Dec 7 all-day
Peace Concert Hall

Greenville’s favorite holiday tradition returns as International Ballet and Artistic Director Vlada Kysselova present The Nutcracker. The International Ballet pre-professional Company and Academy students are joined by acclaimed principal guest artists for an enchanting production.

Enjoy Tchaikovsky’s timeless score performed by the Greenville Symphony Orchestra with the angelic voices of the Greenville Youth Chorale in the iconic snow scene. Join Clara and her Nutcracker prince as they battle mice, travel through a winter wonderland, and visit the Land of the Sweets. With glittering sets and costumes, this magical production is not to be missed.

December 5, 2025  |  Fri 7:30pm;
December 6, 2025  |  Sat7:30pm;
December 7, 2025  |  Sun3:00pm
Greer Farmers Market Christmas Festival
Dec 7 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Greer City Park

Our annual 2-Day festival is BACK, Dec 6 & 7, 10AM-2PM in Greer City Park. Get in the holiday spirit and complete your shopping with us and 60+ farmers, maker, and bakers. Your friends and family will be delighted with their high quality, locally handmade items. We have plenty of goods to bring to your holiday parties such as cookies, coffee, dips, and more.
Enjoy your time with us with live music, food court, and kids activities. Come back both days for something different each day. Learn more online at GreerFarmersMarket.com

Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas
Dec 9 @ 7:00 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville

NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet is returning to the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium at Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville on December 9, 2025.

Friday, December 12, 2025
Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker
Dec 12 all-day
Twichell Auditorium

For 35 years in Spartanburg, the delightful story of Clara and her adventures on Christmas Eve has been a part of over 90,000 families’ holiday season. This year, we celebrate with new costumes, new choreography, and enchanting surprises, all while partnering with the brilliant music of the Spartanburg Philharmonic (for our fifth season together).

This 35th Nutcracker is dedicated to Carlos Agudelo, Artistic Director.

  • December 12, 2024 at 7 PM
  • December 13, 2024 at 3 PM
  • December 13, 2024 at 7 PM
  • December 14, 2024 at 3 PM

*There is an elevator to the main floor of Twichell Auditorium; but there is no elevator to the balconies. Please call the Box Office if you need wheelchair accessible seating, 864-596-9018.

The Nutcracker Ballet
Dec 12 @ 7:00 pm – Dec 14 @ 3:00 pm
Twichell Auditorium, Converse University

For 35 years in Spartanburg, the delightful story of Clara and her adventures on Christmas Eve has been a part of over 90,000 families’ holiday season. This year, we celebrate with new costumes, new choreography, and enchanting surprises, all while partnering with the brilliant music of the Spartanburg Philharmonic (for our fifth season together). This 35th Nutcracker is dedicated to Carlos Agudelo, Artistic Director.

Saturday, December 13, 2025
Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker
Dec 13 all-day
Twichell Auditorium

For 35 years in Spartanburg, the delightful story of Clara and her adventures on Christmas Eve has been a part of over 90,000 families’ holiday season. This year, we celebrate with new costumes, new choreography, and enchanting surprises, all while partnering with the brilliant music of the Spartanburg Philharmonic (for our fifth season together).

This 35th Nutcracker is dedicated to Carlos Agudelo, Artistic Director.

  • December 12, 2024 at 7 PM
  • December 13, 2024 at 3 PM
  • December 13, 2024 at 7 PM
  • December 14, 2024 at 3 PM

*There is an elevator to the main floor of Twichell Auditorium; but there is no elevator to the balconies. Please call the Box Office if you need wheelchair accessible seating, 864-596-9018.

Sunday, December 14, 2025
Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker
Dec 14 all-day
Twichell Auditorium

For 35 years in Spartanburg, the delightful story of Clara and her adventures on Christmas Eve has been a part of over 90,000 families’ holiday season. This year, we celebrate with new costumes, new choreography, and enchanting surprises, all while partnering with the brilliant music of the Spartanburg Philharmonic (for our fifth season together).

This 35th Nutcracker is dedicated to Carlos Agudelo, Artistic Director.

  • December 12, 2024 at 7 PM
  • December 13, 2024 at 3 PM
  • December 13, 2024 at 7 PM
  • December 14, 2024 at 3 PM

*There is an elevator to the main floor of Twichell Auditorium; but there is no elevator to the balconies. Please call the Box Office if you need wheelchair accessible seating, 864-596-9018.

Holiday Market at Holliday Brewing
Dec 14 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Holliday Brewing - Inside Mosaic Room

Looking for unique gifts? Need to stock up on farm fresh products for your holiday visitors? Visit our Holiday Market inside Holliday Brewing on Sunday Dec 14 from 2pm – 6pm for one stop shopping. Grab a bite and a pint while your there. Cheers to the holidays!

Saturday, December 20, 2025
Spartan Spinners Regular Square Dance
Dec 20 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Lutheran Church
Regular 3rd Sat of the month Square dance .
Tom Pustinger calling squares and Nancy Pustinger cueing line dances between Square dance tips.
Our club dances at:
Holy Communion Lutheran Church’s
Gillespie Center Hall
1430 John B. White Blvd (Route 296)
Spartanburg, SC
Square Dance Attire is Admired — Not Required
$6 donation requested per dancer and Visitors are Always WELCOME!
Free admittance to watch Modern Square Dancing and partake of our snacks and good will for the evening anytime club members are dancing.
Thursday, December 25, 2025
City Dance
Dec 25 @ 7:30 pm
Landmark Hal

Beginner’s workshop lesson at 7:30 P.M., then 8-11 P.M. Contra Dance with Country Waltzing at the break and the final dance. This is a partner dance but it’s not necessary to come with a partner. We have different live bands and callers.

Saturday, January 17, 2026
Spartan Spinners Regular Square Dance
Jan 17 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Lutheran Church
Regular 3rd Sat of the month Square dance .
Tom Pustinger calling squares and Nancy Pustinger cueing line dances between Square dance tips.
Our club dances at:
Holy Communion Lutheran Church’s
Gillespie Center Hall
1430 John B. White Blvd (Route 296)
Spartanburg, SC
Square Dance Attire is Admired — Not Required
$6 donation requested per dancer and Visitors are Always WELCOME!
Free admittance to watch Modern Square Dancing and partake of our snacks and good will for the evening anytime club members are dancing.
Thursday, January 22, 2026
City Dance
Jan 22 @ 7:30 pm
Landmark Hal

Beginner’s workshop lesson at 7:30 P.M., then 8-11 P.M. Contra Dance with Country Waltzing at the break and the final dance. This is a partner dance but it’s not necessary to come with a partner. We have different live bands and callers.

Saturday, February 21, 2026
Spartan Spinners Regular Square Dance
Feb 21 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Lutheran Church
Regular 3rd Sat of the month Square dance .
Tom Pustinger calling squares and Nancy Pustinger cueing line dances between Square dance tips.
Our club dances at:
Holy Communion Lutheran Church’s
Gillespie Center Hall
1430 John B. White Blvd (Route 296)
Spartanburg, SC
Square Dance Attire is Admired — Not Required
$6 donation requested per dancer and Visitors are Always WELCOME!
Free admittance to watch Modern Square Dancing and partake of our snacks and good will for the evening anytime club members are dancing.
Thursday, February 26, 2026
City Dance
Feb 26 @ 7:30 pm
Landmark Hal

Beginner’s workshop lesson at 7:30 P.M., then 8-11 P.M. Contra Dance with Country Waltzing at the break and the final dance. This is a partner dance but it’s not necessary to come with a partner. We have different live bands and callers.

Saturday, March 21, 2026
Spartan Spinners Regular Square Dance
Mar 21 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Lutheran Church
Regular 3rd Sat of the month Square dance .
Tom Pustinger calling squares and Nancy Pustinger cueing line dances between Square dance tips.
Our club dances at:
Holy Communion Lutheran Church’s
Gillespie Center Hall
1430 John B. White Blvd (Route 296)
Spartanburg, SC
Square Dance Attire is Admired — Not Required
$6 donation requested per dancer and Visitors are Always WELCOME!
Free admittance to watch Modern Square Dancing and partake of our snacks and good will for the evening anytime club members are dancing.