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Sunday, December 14, 2025
2025 Winter Invitational Gymnastics Competition
Dec 14 all-day
Greenville Convention Center

Join us at the Greenville Convention Center for 2025 Winter Invitational Gymnastics Competition.

The 2025 Winter Invitational – Gymnastics Competition returns to Greenville, SC from December 12–14 at the Greenville Convention Center. This signature Southeast gymnastics event brings together talented athletes from across the region for a weekend of exciting competition, camaraderie, and celebration of the sport.

Participants can expect a well-organized meet in a premier venue, supportive crowds, and the chance to showcase their hard work and skills on a big stage. Whether you’re aiming for the podium or gaining experience for the season ahead, the Winter Invitational is the perfect way to start out the season.

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.

The Nutcracker Ballet
Dec 14 @ 12:00 am – 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.

Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Cincinnati Cyclones @ Greenville Swamp Rabbits
Dec 17 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come out and support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they take on the Cincinnati Cyclones at 7:00pm at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Saturday, December 20, 2025
Peanuts Night with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits
Dec 20 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena
Come out and support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they take on the Atlanta Gladiators at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Join us for the game and stick around for a postgame screening of the holiday classic, “A Charlie Brown Christmas”.
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.

Friday, December 26, 2025
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Atlanta Gladiators
Dec 26 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come out and support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they take on the Atlanta Gladiators at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Saturday, December 27, 2025
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Jacksonville Icemen
Dec 27 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come out and support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they take on the Jacksonville Icemen at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Sunday, December 28, 2025
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Jacksonville Icemen
Dec 28 @ 3:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come out and support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they take on the Jacksonville Icemen at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. South Carolina Stingrays
Dec 31 @ 6:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come out and support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they take on the South Carolina Stingrays at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Friday, January 2, 2026
Monster Jam Night- Swamp Rabbits vs. Atlanta Gladiators
Jan 2 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come out and support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits take on the Atlanta Gladiators at the Bon Secour Wellness Arena.

Saturday, January 10, 2026
Conservation Night – Greenville Swamp Rabbit
Jan 10 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they face off against the South Carolina Stingrays at the Bon Secours Wellness Center.

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.

Friday, January 23, 2026
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs Florida Everblades
Jan 23 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits take on the Florida Everblades at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Saturday, January 24, 2026
NASCAR Night- Greenville Swamp Rabbits
Jan 24 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits take on the Savannah Ghost Pirates at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Sunday, January 25, 2026
Sensory Friendly Game Greenville Swamp Rabbits
Jan 25 @ 3:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits challenge the Savannah Ghost Pirates for a special Sensory Friendly Game. Music will be played at low volume, no goal horn, reduced lighting effects, sensory friendly spaces will be open to all fans as we accommodate those with hypersensitivities.

Friday, January 30, 2026
A Taste Of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
Jan 30 @ 7:30 pm
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

Direct from Off-Broadway and London’s West End, the internationally acclaimed A Taste of Ireland Company returns with its flagship production —‘A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’— touring the USA in 2026. Laugh, cry, and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation.
Performed by former World Irish dance champions, and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance, Riverdance, and the recent West End cast of Éireann, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ brings the spirit and energy of modern Ireland to life with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles, and heartfelt storytelling in a live celebration of Irish music and dance.
**Please note: musical instruments are subject to change from performance to performance

Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs Atlanta Gladiators
Feb 11 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits take on the Atlanta Gladiators at 7pm at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.