Explore family friendly events, theatres, galleries, concerts, nightlife, things to do, and more in the Greenville, SC and Upstate areas.

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Sunday, October 29, 2023
Ten at the Top Resource Maps
Oct 29 all-day
online
Curious about what organizations are helping Upstate veterans? Maybe you need a some info on schools in your area?
Whatever resource you’re looking for, TATT has a map for that!
Each month we’ll be highlighting one of our interactive resource maps, connecting you to the Upstate community more than ever before!
This month, we’re highlighting our Childcare Resources Map!
Whether you’re looking for daycare services for little ones, after school programs, or licensed care givers, this is your one-stop shop for everything you need!
Upstate Food Access Interactive Map
Oct 29 all-day
online
It’s no secret that food insecurity is an issue facing many of our neighbors in the Upstate. Fortunately, there are countless organizations and resources working tirelessly to alleviate that stress!
Head over to our Upstate Food Access Resource Map to locate service providers near you!
HOME + GARDEN SHOW + SENIOR EXPO
Oct 29 @ 10:00 am
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
Spartanburg Home and Garden Show
Oct 29 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
Don’t miss the October 2023 Spartanburg Home & Garden Show and Senior Expo. This free event will showcase the latest in home improvement products, services, and features.
Whether you are looking for a complete home remodel, a kitchen or bath makeover, a newly landscaped yard, or just want to shop for your home, you will find it all at the #SpartanburgHomeAndGardenShow at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium.
Our SENIOR EXPO events are a great way for local “seniors” to learn more about, shop for, and connect with services, products, and companies that can contribute to a more comfortable retired lifestyle… all in one place.
• Learn how to make your investments work for you
• Discover great travel opportunities
• Search out ideal retirement living choices
• Hourly drawings and door prizes
• Health tests and screenings
Two days of great entertainment and educational seminars!
Parking and admission are FREE
Monday, October 30, 2023
2023 Greer Ghost Tours
Oct 30 all-day
Tours Start at Multiply Locations

Choose from two tours full of Greer’s wild and frightening stories, from its rough start on Trade Street to the bodies left behind in its first cemetery: https://www.greerheritage.com/ghosts/

Greer Christmas Parade Registration is OPEN
Oct 30 all-day
online
Theme: Christmas in Candyland

Join the fun and decorate your entries to reflect a Candyland Christmas. Remember, Santa is ONLY on the last float in the parade! The Greer Christmas Parade route is 1.1 miles; beginning at Poinsett Street & Memorial Drive and ending at N. Main Street & Cunningham Drive.

$50 Non-Commercial/Organization/Non-Profit registration

$100 Commercial/Business registration

$750 Rent a float from Greer Relief

$825 Rent a float from Greer Relief with sound

CLICK HERE for available floats

ALL entries & fees must be received or postmarked by the day before Thanksgiving (November 23rd). Entries & fees received/postmarked after this date will be assessed the $50 late entry fee.

We will have several awards determined by our judges: Best Float Entry, Best Walking Entry, and Best Band. 2022 Best Float was Scruffy’s Auction House, 2022 Best Walking Entry was Ignite Dance, and 2022 Best Band was Eastside High School Band. They each get bragging rights & a free entry for the 2023 Greer Christmas Parade!

BACK AGAIN THIS YEAR!! We will be incorporating a toy drive INTO the parade. We are asking for new toys to be brought to the parade to help support the Greer Relief Christmas Morning Shoppe, click here for more information on the program.

Please forward this email to any individual, business, and organization interested in participating in the parade. If you have any questions you can email us at [email protected] or call (864) 334-3490.

GSP International Airport Survey
Oct 30 all-day
online

GSP International Airport is conducting an update to its IT Master Plan to determine the types of technology, services, and amenities needed in the future at the airport.

Ten at the Top Resource Maps
Oct 30 all-day
online
Curious about what organizations are helping Upstate veterans? Maybe you need a some info on schools in your area?
Whatever resource you’re looking for, TATT has a map for that!
Each month we’ll be highlighting one of our interactive resource maps, connecting you to the Upstate community more than ever before!
This month, we’re highlighting our Childcare Resources Map!
Whether you’re looking for daycare services for little ones, after school programs, or licensed care givers, this is your one-stop shop for everything you need!
Upstate Food Access Interactive Map
Oct 30 all-day
online
It’s no secret that food insecurity is an issue facing many of our neighbors in the Upstate. Fortunately, there are countless organizations and resources working tirelessly to alleviate that stress!
Head over to our Upstate Food Access Resource Map to locate service providers near you!
Volunteer: Greer Community Garden
Oct 30 @ 7:00 am
Greer Community Garden

Volunteer

Water our garden plot at the Greer Community Garden located at 218 West Road, Greer, SC. Our plots are 13,19,25,31. Coming from the parking lot, they will be the last 4 plots to the far left of the first section.

The best time to water is when the temperature is before 80° (in the morning before the sun is too high or in the late afternoon once it’s begun to set).

If you need anything, email Jenn [email protected]

Greenville State Farmers Market
Oct 30 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Greenville State Farmers Market

 

The Greenville State Farmers Market includes retail sheds and farmer stalls that offer a wide variety of locally grown products and specialty goods. Both quality and variety are standards for the volume of products offered for sale at the Greenville State Farmers Market. Market operations continue Monday – Saturday all year long, ceasing for only two holidays: Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Find information about upcoming events and what’s in season at our market’s Facebook page.

 

Office Hours

Monday – Friday  •  7:30 am – 4 pm
Closed on State Holidays

 

Retail Hours

Monday – Saturday  •  8 am – 6 pm
Admission and parking are free
Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

RENEW: Walking Group
Oct 30 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Greer Relief & Resources Agency, Inc.

Take a walk with a neighbor in the park. Check-in and out at Greer Relief.

Weather dependent unless otherwise noted.

Remember:

  • Please be early. There are no late check-ins.
  • The class is for adults only. Children can walk with you in the park if you (or someone) can watch them. They can participate if they wish, but only those 18 and older will earn a RENEW reward.
  • Must attend in person and be present for the entirety of each class to earn RENEW Rewards.
  • RENEW Rewards: $10 

About RENEW: RENEW is an education, enrichment, and life skills program designed to improve the quality of life and well-being of the greater Greer community. We welcome any and all individuals who are passionate about learning and developing skills that will set them on a path of healthy living.

RENEW: Reaching Every Neighbor Every Way, for classes on: Financial Wellness, Job Services, and Healthy Living

RENEW: Introduction to Resume Writing
Oct 30 @ 2:30 pm
Greer Relief

Join us for a class with Diane to learn about the importance of having a resume and how to write one!

RENEW + Triple P: Parenting Tips with Nita
Oct 30 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Greer Relief

Nita Williams, a certified Triple P trainer, will be providing you with some tools that you may find valuable in your parenting. While you know your kids better than anyone else, we can all get better.

Nita has undergone significant training to teach these courses, and she comes from years of her own experience applying these techniques. Triple P, itself, is a national model geared toward using positive parenting to improve kids’ lives.

Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Volunteer: Greer Community Garden
Oct 31 @ 7:00 am
Greer Community Garden

Volunteer

Water our garden plot at the Greer Community Garden located at 218 West Road, Greer, SC. Our plots are 13,19,25,31. Coming from the parking lot, they will be the last 4 plots to the far left of the first section.

The best time to water is when the temperature is before 80° (in the morning before the sun is too high or in the late afternoon once it’s begun to set).

If you need anything, email Jenn [email protected]

Greenville State Farmers Market
Oct 31 @ 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Greenville State Farmers Market

 

The Greenville State Farmers Market includes retail sheds and farmer stalls that offer a wide variety of locally grown products and specialty goods. Both quality and variety are standards for the volume of products offered for sale at the Greenville State Farmers Market. Market operations continue Monday – Saturday all year long, ceasing for only two holidays: Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Find information about upcoming events and what’s in season at our market’s Facebook page.

 

Office Hours

Monday – Friday  •  7:30 am – 4 pm
Closed on State Holidays

 

Retail Hours

Monday – Saturday  •  8 am – 6 pm
Admission and parking are free
Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

Well Walkers
Oct 31 @ 9:00 am
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Walk your way to wellness!

Roper Research Room Open
Oct 31 @ 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Anderson County Museum

The Roper Research Room is open each Tuesday from 1 – 7 p.m. or by appointment with the curator. Find photos and documents about Anderson County or your ancestors from the area. The holdings in our library are more than 2,800 strong making it a wonderful resource for teachers, students and researchers. From city directories, maps and photographs, to many family genealogies, we have information that can help with your research.

Can’t make it on Tuesdays? Request an appointment here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSGAMAkcsuvo7791ZfmlpDwd-GqTJc-Py-WR-bvHcQ4cLotA/viewform

Halloween Open House
Oct 31 @ 2:00 pm
AlignLife Chiropractic of Spartanburg west

*Open to the Public* – we will have food, games and prizes! Learn about chiropractic and nutritional health while you’re here from those who are passionate about what we do and how we do it differently. We can’t wait to meet everyone!

Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night at Dave and Buster’s – Greenville
Oct 31 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Dave and Buster's - Greenville

It’s the ultimate trivia mashup: Quiz by Geeks Who Drink, fun & games by Dave & Buster’s. The ultimate trivia party is finally here. Geeks Who Drink and Dave & Buster’s have teamed up to bring you the Dave & Buster’s Trivai Show. It’s a whole new format that combinest he super-social Geeks Who Drink trivia night with all the frenetic game-show action you’d expect from Dave & Buster’s. Get ready for pop culture-centric trivia where winners receive Power Cards. In between rounds, join in on the physical challenge fun for bonus prizes – or just gawk at the people who do. All in all, it’s two hours and it’s free to play. No reservations needed, just show up! Teams can be up to six players, so bring your smartest friends (or some likable dummies)—or come solo. We can always help you join a team!

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Oct 3, 2023 to Dec 26, 2023 and happens every:
Tuesdays: 7:30pm – 9:30pm EDT