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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”.
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 3, 2026
Open Mic Night
Jan 3 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Calling all poets and authors! Hosted by the South Carolina Governor’s School, this monthly open mic night is a great way to showcase your latest writing project.

Open to all, sign up at the event for a 5 minute time slot!

Monday, January 5, 2026
Books Over Drinks with Renae Wilson
Jan 5 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Delve into foodways of the United States, including testimonies from more than 30 Black chefs, restaurateurs, historians and luminaries, as well as 40 historically-rooted recipes.Equal parts historical exploration and cookbook, this rich narrative reveals the rich and indelible contributions of the Black diaspora in shaping the footprint of American cuisine. If you love Kardea Brown and Toni Tipton-Martin, you do not want to miss this Books Over Drinks with Renae Wilson!

Tuesday, January 6, 2026
In Conversation with Gilbert Allen
Jan 6 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Join us for a free poetry reading and conversation with local poet Gil Allen to celebrate his new collection, Stanzas in America! His conversation partner is fellow poet Claire Bateman.

Thursday, January 8, 2026
Books Over Drinks with Rachel Hawkins
Jan 8 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

The New York Times bestselling author returns with a thrilling new gothic suspense about a Gulf Coast beach motel where hurricane season can be murder. If you love Alice Feeney and Ashley Elston, you do not want to miss Lunch & Lit with Rachel Hawkins!

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.

Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Literary Bingo
Jan 14 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

It’s Bookish Game Night at M. Judson! Join us and our friends at the Greenville County Library for a night of Literary Bingo, complete with prizes. Look for this event once a month, for a regular dose of fun.

Sunday, January 18, 2026
Silent Reading Party
Jan 18 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Enjoy 3 uninterrupted hours of silent reading in the M. Judson Gallery space.

Your ticket includes snacks, beverages, and most importantly: peace and quiet.

Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Books Over Drinks with Ashley Elston
Jan 21 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

A tense, feverish thriller about two women’s lives that are forever intertwined when a murder threatens to expose them both. If you love Riley Sagar and Shari Lapena, you do not want to miss this Books Over Drinks with Ashley Elston and special guest Megan Miranda!

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.

Voices of a Nation
Jan 24 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Twichell Auditorium

Kicking off 2026 and the “Festival of American Voices,” this concert presents a vivid survey of American classical music, highlighting voices from different cultural backgrounds. From the rhythmic energy of Chokfi’ by Chickasaw composer Jerod Tate to Florence Price’s evocative Mississippi River Suite, which weaves together spirituals into symphonic form, the program reflects the richness of American heritage. Aaron Copland’s Four Dance Episodes from Rodeo, with its iconic “Hoe-Down,” captures the spirit of the American West, while a new work by composer Peter B. Kay adds a fresh local perspective. Together, these pieces create a musical patchwork celebrating the diversity and depth of American artistry. Presented by the Spartanburg Philharmonic.

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.

Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Edgar Allan Poe Talk led by Tim Helwig
Jan 27 @ 7:00 pm
Hughes Main Library

Free admission. This event is a discussion, not an in-character performance. Hughes Main Library and online.

Ernest Hemingway – Novelist, journalist and short story writer,
Hemingway revolutionized all three literary forms, earning him
the 1954 Nobel Prize in Literature. His life was as rebellious and
noteworthy as his writings.

Friday, January 30, 2026
Locally Sourced
Jan 30 @ 5:30 pm
Chapman Cultural Center

Farm Fresh Tunes from the Upstate

Celebrate Spartanburg’s rich musical heritage with Locally Sourced, a concert dedicated to showcasing the incredible talent of composers and musicians from our very own community. This intimate performance features works crafted by native artists from the Piedmont region of South Carolina, offering a glimpse into the creative spirit that thrives right here at home. From innovative new compositions to pieces that reflect the unique cultural tapestry of the Upstate, “Locally Sourced” is a tribute to the power of local artistry. Join us for an evening of connection, creativity, and pride in the sounds of Spartanburg.