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Saturday, December
13, 2025
Of course there will be seasonal favorites, but at a Christmas Pops Concert, you never can tell what else will happen or what exciting guests will show up. Fun and great music for the whole family.
The US Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots will be in attendance. Please bring a new toy to tonight’s concert to help a child enjoy Christmas this year.
Join us at the reception following the concert and get to know the musicians over food and conversation. Concert, reception and parking – absolutely FREE!
Sunday, December
14, 2025
Jim Brickman’s distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of instrumental music, making him a driving force behind modern American music. The hit-making songwriter is the best-selling solo pianist of our time, earning 22 Number One albums and 32 Top 20 Radio Singles. He’s garnered two Grammy nominations, Gospel Music’s Dove Award, two SESAC Songwriter of the Year Awards, a Canadian Country Music Award, and is a member of Pandora’s “2 Billion Streams” Club.
Select Nights Starting November 21 5:00 – 9:00PM
Come experience the magic of Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden!
Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23).
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Monday, December
15, 2025
Select Nights Starting November 21 5:00 – 9:00PM
Come experience the magic of Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden!
Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23).
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Tuesday, December
16, 2025
Select Nights Starting November 21 5:00 – 9:00PM
Come experience the magic of Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden!
Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23).
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Wednesday, December
17, 2025
Select Nights Starting November 21 5:00 – 9:00PM
Come experience the magic of Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden!
Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23).
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Thursday, December
18, 2025
Select Nights Starting November 21 5:00 – 9:00PM
Come experience the magic of Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden!
Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23).
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Friday, December
19, 2025
Select Nights Starting November 21 5:00 – 9:00PM
Come experience the magic of Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden!
Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23).
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Saturday, December
20, 2025
Select Nights Starting November 21 5:00 – 9:00PM
Come experience the magic of Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden!
Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23).
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
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!
Sunday, December
21, 2025
Select Nights Starting November 21 5:00 – 9:00PM
Come experience the magic of Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden!
Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23).
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Monday, December
22, 2025
Select Nights Starting November 21 5:00 – 9:00PM
Come experience the magic of Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden!
Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23).
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Tuesday, December
23, 2025
Select Nights Starting November 21 5:00 – 9:00PM
Come experience the magic of Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden!
Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23).
Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Saturday, January
24, 2026
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.
Friday, January
30, 2026
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 – 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!
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.
Saturday, February
7, 2026
Designed for people of all ages to learn about music and how it impacts us, this concert features classical favorites, musical surprises and audience interaction. Experience fun classics as we explore the orchestra. Note: This show starts at 6:00PM.
Meet the Music Club of Greenville in the lobby and learn how they collect and refurbish instruments for local students and other community music support services. Want to recycle an instrument to a deserving student? Bring it to the concert or ask the representatives how to donate it.
Join us at the reception following the concert and get to know the musicians over food and conversation. Concert, reception and parking – absolutely FREE!
