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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
Andrew Peterson’s Behold The Lamb Of God
Dec 20 @ 7:00 pm
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
Join storied Nashville singer-songwriter and author Andrew Peterson as he presents the Advent song cycle

BEHOLD THE LAMB OF GOD The True Tall Tale of the Coming of Christ. Now in its 26th year, Behold the Lamb will feature special guest artists Jess Ray, The Arcadian Wild, Andrew Osenga, Andy Gullahorn, Jill Phillips, and Skye Peterson. The concert brings the singing and playing of Peterson’s original folk-roots infused rendition of the Christmas story as it is foreshadowed in the Old Testament and brought to bear in the New.

The 2-part concert brings artists together for a “songwriters in the round” in the first half, and the second half features the Behold the Lamb of God album performed in full.

PRE-SHOW ARTIST EXPERIENCE WITH ANDREW PETERSON
Come join us for a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with Andrew Peterson before the Behold the Lamb of God concert at Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium. This exclusive pre-show event will allow you to interact with Andrew in a more intimate setting, ask questions, and maybe even hear a sneak peek of his music!

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”.
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Knit-n-Give
Dec 21 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Mission Rathbun House

Are you looking for an excuse to knit or crochet for a good cause? Help make baby hats and blankets and adult hats, scarves, and slippers to support at-risk newborns and homeless adults.  Your handmade knitwear will keep our neighbors warm.  Volunteers with basic skills in knitting or crocheting are welcome. Please bring your own needles or crochet hooks and a pattern.

Check out Knit-n-Give on WLOS: http://wlos.com/news/only-on-wloscom/close-knit-group-of-women-use-their-talents-to-help-asheville-charities

 

 

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.

Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Racial Justice Workshop
Jan 13 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

The YWCA Racial Justice Workshop is open to our entire YWCA Asheville community – including our staff, volunteers, board, donors, program participants, Fitness Center and community members. This 90-minute workshop will take place on the second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am and will be facilitated by Gerry Leonard, Racial Justice & Outreach Specialist and Lexus Walker, Tzedek Social Justice Fellow.

 

Sunday, January 18, 2026
Knit-n-Give
Jan 18 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Mission Rathbun House

Are you looking for an excuse to knit or crochet for a good cause? Help make baby hats and blankets and adult hats, scarves, and slippers to support at-risk newborns and homeless adults.  Your handmade knitwear will keep our neighbors warm.  Volunteers with basic skills in knitting or crocheting are welcome. Please bring your own needles or crochet hooks and a pattern.

Check out Knit-n-Give on WLOS: http://wlos.com/news/only-on-wloscom/close-knit-group-of-women-use-their-talents-to-help-asheville-charities

 

 

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.

Trae Crowder
Jan 23 @ 8:00 pm
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

Trae Crowder first gained international attention (or notoriety depending on your politics) in 2016 for his hugely viral series of “Liberal Redneck” comedic “porch rant” videos. Since then, Trae has written a best-selling book, The Liberal Redneck Manifesto: Draggin Dixie Outta The Dark, toured the country thrice over playing sold out theatre shows under the WellRED Comedy Tour banner, appeared on Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO), Nightline (ABC), The View, Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell (MSNBC), NPR, WTF with Marc Maron, MTV, CNN, Huffington Post and in the Veronica Mars reboot, as “Chattanooga Charlie”, among many others. Initially from rural Celina, TN, Trae now lives in Los Angeles, CA and has developed and sold five scripted pilots for Warner Bros TV, ABC, and FOX and continues to work as a writer. Trae stars in and produces regular sketches for Comedy Central, Funny or Die, ATTN, Facebook Watch, New York Daily News which have garnered tens of millions of views online. 

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.

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.

Laugh for a Child 2026
Jan 30 @ 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium, The Hall

Laugh for a Child 2026 – Celebrating 20 Years of Smiles!
Friday, January 30, 2026 | 6:30 PM | Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

Join Healthy Smiles of Spartanburg for the 20th Anniversary of Laugh for a Child, Spartanburg’s premier comedy fundraiser benefiting free dental care for local children in need. Enjoy a night of laughter and live entertainment featuring nationally acclaimed comedian Derrick Stroup, Queen City Keys and Uptown Dueling Pianos, plus exciting raffles, prizes, and surprises throughout the evening.

All proceeds support Healthy Smiles’ mission to provide free dental screenings, education, and treatment for children across Spartanburg, Cherokee, and Union Counties.

Tickets and sponsorships are available now at healthysmilesonline.org
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Don’t miss the funniest night in the ’Burg — where every laugh helps a child smile brighter!

A Taste Of Ireland
Jan 30 @ 7:30 pm
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
After premiering Off-Broadway last season, ‘A Taste of Ireland―The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’ returns to stages across the USA in 2026, performing the show that has entertained thousands around the globe. 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 and Riverdance, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ transports the audience through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history delivered with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mashups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles and heartwarming story telling. Featuring revamped classics of Danny Boy, Tell Me Ma, Wild Rover, and many more well-known songs, the show’s reimagined contemporary score blossoms alongside the brash Irish charm of the live dance cast. ‘A Taste of Ireland’ merges cultural traditions, modern flair, and craic galore, to deliver a performance that has been leaving audiences across the globe jigging on their feet for the last decade.