Events Calendar
Explore family friendly events, theatres, galleries, concerts, nightlife, things to do, and more in the Greenville, SC and Upstate areas.
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As spring migratory species make their return journey from their sunny winter hideaways, see how many you can spot from our location on the NC Birding Trail. Bring your binoculars to get a better look at numerous species traveling north through the Park. Just how many will you add to your list?
Watch as the Park comes alive under the shadow of darkness on this guided evening excursion with a Park naturalist. Do you know which animals come out along the Hickory Nut Falls trail when the sun goes down? Get ready to learn more about the Park’s rarely-seen residents.
Watch as the Park comes alive under the shadow of darkness on this guided evening excursion with a Park naturalist. Do you know which animals come out along the Hickory Nut Falls trail when the sun goes down? Get ready to learn more about the Park’s rarely-seen residents. NOTE: The Hickory Nut Falls Trail is considered a moderate trail. Attendees must be able to hike the trail 3/4 of a mile each direction.
NC State Parks is celebrating Juneteenth. Throughout the week, explore our Juneteenth Story Walk on the Great Woodland Adventure trail to learn more about this national holiday and its history.
NC State Parks is celebrating Juneteenth. Throughout the week, explore our Juneteenth Story Walk on the Great Woodland Adventure trail to learn more about this national holiday and its history.
NC State Parks is celebrating Juneteenth. Throughout the week, explore our Juneteenth Story Walk on the Great Woodland Adventure trail to learn more about this national holiday and its history.
NC State Parks is celebrating Juneteenth. Throughout the week, explore our Juneteenth Story Walk on the Great Woodland Adventure trail to learn more about this national holiday and its history.
NC State Parks is celebrating Juneteenth. Throughout the week, explore our Juneteenth Story Walk on the Great Woodland Adventure trail to learn more about this national holiday and its history.
NC State Parks is celebrating Juneteenth. Throughout the week, explore our Juneteenth Story Walk on the Great Woodland Adventure trail to learn more about this national holiday and its history.
NC State Parks is celebrating Juneteenth. Throughout the week, explore our Juneteenth Story Walk on the Great Woodland Adventure trail to learn more about this national holiday and its history.
NC State Parks is celebrating Juneteenth. Throughout the week, explore our Juneteenth Story Walk on the Great Woodland Adventure trail to learn more about this national holiday and its history.
There’s nothing like an early summer hike before the Park gates open. Join a local birding expert and spot some of our resident species as they enjoy the morning quiet. This hike is perfect whether you’re a lifelong birder or just getting started with America’s fastest-growing hobby.
Awaken your senses to the natural world on this unique hike. There’s always a lot to see in the forest, but what do you hear? What do you smell? What do you feel? Get ready to experience Chimney Rock in a whole new way on this brand new guided hike. This event is exclusively for Annual Passholders.
Watch as the Park comes alive under the shadow of darkness on this guided evening excursion with a Park naturalist. Do you know which animals come out along the Hickory Nut Falls trail when the sun goes down? Get ready to learn more about the Park’s rarely-seen residents. Note: The Hickory Nut Falls trail is approximately 3/4 of a mile each direction and is considered a moderate trail. Participants must be able to hike the trail out and back. This trail is not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers.
Free to the public after Arboretum entrance fee of $20 (free for Arboretum Members)
September 23, Saturday, 9 am– 5 pm
September 24, Sunday, 9 am– 4 pm
Ikebana International, Asheville Chapter 74, is hosting an ikebana exhibition September 23-24 at the NC Arboretum. There will be ikebana designs for viewing throughout the weekend and members will be available to explain ikebana flower arranging techniques and materials. The exhibition will feature ikebana designs from the four main schools. There will be table-top designs, pedestal designs and floor/installation designs to show a full range of how ikebana can be displayed.
To honor and celebrate the rich history of environmental stewardship at Chimney
Rock State Park, join us for an after hours sunset hike to the top of the Chimney
with one of the original stewards of the park. Along the way, we will place the
Hickory Nut Gorge State Trail marker on this newly designated trail.
Note: This trail is considered difficult.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
Join us in a toast at Chimney Rock Brewing Company to commemorate the newly designated Hickory Nut Gorge State Trail and honor our volunteers. After the toast, stick around for a campfire with s’mores and ghost stories! No registration required.
Free to the public after Arboretum entrance fee of $20 (free for Arboretum Members)
September 23, Saturday, 9 am– 5 pm
September 24, Sunday, 9 am– 4 pm
Ikebana International, Asheville Chapter 74, is hosting an ikebana exhibition September 23-24 at the NC Arboretum. There will be ikebana designs for viewing throughout the weekend and members will be available to explain ikebana flower arranging techniques and materials. The exhibition will feature ikebana designs from the four main schools. There will be table-top designs, pedestal designs and floor/installation designs to show a full range of how ikebana can be displayed.
The Upstate Pathfinders Volkssport Club is a not-for-profit club providing interesting walks available daily, at your pace, in many different Greenville locations. The Preserve is at 840 Mauldin Rd, Greenville. Our Conestee Preserve trail is NEW and shaded. After the efforts Gail L. did just to have the June walk, we have rerouted it using some newly marked trails as well as old ones. The October 7 walk features a 5K similar to previous routes and the 10k differs after leaving the 5K route. The walk passes thru the woods east of the Reedy River and circles back past East Lake and follows the river’s east bank back to the main trail. Then it continues to the overlook and crosses the Reedy again, the 10K splits and goes to the Conestee Dam before retracing to the white blaze trail. The 5K continues and passes along a creek before finishing. The 10k visits the “party” area then back on the green blaze dirt and yellow paved trail. Pets allowed on a leash. Note non paved trails/boardwalks are narrow.
Supporting the Preserve: We ask for a $3 donation to the not-for-profit Preserve by all attendees. This will further their efforts that have provided major changes in the last 18 months. You may also visit the Merch Store as we head to the finish.
Start Point: 840 Mauldin Rd, Greenville. Start in the pavilion area.
Interested in learning how to grow beautiful orchids in your home? Henderson County Extension Agent Isaac Wyatt will be sharing his knowledge on this topic, including information on specific culture requirements such as light, containers, and humidity, and much more. He will highlight popular genus’ that are available at orchid shops in the area and how to pick a healthy plant for your home.
Explore ways to enjoy the fourth season. Discover the pleasures found in the winter garden – structure, bark, and the plants that bloom. Led by the Greater Greenville Master Gardeners.
Registration required. Click the register button or call 864-862-2576 to register.
Part of the event series: Gardening & Sustainability