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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Holidays at the Zoo returns for its 4th year of holiday cheer! Immerse yourself in thousands of dazzling lights, festive decorations, and cheerful music while you journey through the Greenville Zoo.
Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show made from over one million lights! Located at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina, this year’s event features favorites like the famously tall 50-foot lighted tree and the Quilt Garden, along with enchanting new details designed to delight and surprise. All prices are per vehicle. No pets allowed.
Winter Lights features live entertainment nightly and food and beverages from the Bent Creek Bistro, the Cocoa Shack and the Cocoa Cabin! Open nightly from 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Holidays at the Zoo returns for its 4th year of holiday cheer! Immerse yourself in thousands of dazzling lights, festive decorations, and cheerful music while you journey through the Greenville Zoo.
Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show made from over one million lights! Located at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina, this year’s event features favorites like the famously tall 50-foot lighted tree and the Quilt Garden, along with enchanting new details designed to delight and surprise. All prices are per vehicle. No pets allowed.
Winter Lights features live entertainment nightly and food and beverages from the Bent Creek Bistro, the Cocoa Shack and the Cocoa Cabin! Open nightly from 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show made from over one million lights! Located at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina, this year’s event features favorites like the famously tall 50-foot lighted tree and the Quilt Garden, along with enchanting new details designed to delight and surprise. All prices are per vehicle. No pets allowed.
Winter Lights features live entertainment nightly and food and beverages from the Bent Creek Bistro, the Cocoa Shack and the Cocoa Cabin! Open nightly from 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Enjoy an unforgettable evening dedicated to celebrating women’s health and the power of friendship across the decades. Engage in interactive activities, lighthearted discussions, and plenty of opportunities to connect and empower each other. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate, learn, and grow together while supporting OneDay, a Prisma Health-Upstate Foundation initiative supporting the expansion of behavioral health services and access across the Upstate.
❤️ Give the gift of friendship and bring a friend. Use promo code GALENTINES at checkout for our discounted BESTIE BUNDLE. ❤️
Event Details:
• Thursday, February 6
• 6-9 p.m.
• Randall House – 215 Randall St, Greer
• Cocktail attire
Learn more at OneDayGVL.org
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a scenic train ride along the picturesque Tuckasegee River. Departing at 6:00 PM from Bryson City, our journey will take you through the enchanting 836-foot-long tunnel before returning at approximately 9:00 PM. Indulge in a chef-prepared three-course meal featuring a Caesar salad, your choice of 8 oz. prime rib or Norwegian salmon with seasonal sides, or a vegetarian option of balsamic glazed grilled Portobello eggplant over quinoa. Conclude your meal with a decadent chocolate mini mousse and a complimentary glass of champagne in a souvenir stemless wineglass. Each guest will also receive a rose to commemorate this special evening. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day experience!
The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad welcomes back the Bunny Hopper Express Easter Train, March 29 & 30! This 4 and half-hour round trip special event train departs the historic Bryson City Depot at 11:00 am and will travel through the Smoky Mountains to our picturesque layover destination for Easter-themed activities and Egg Hunt.
Passengers will be on the lookout for those train-hopping bunnies who have snuck on to take a free ride! Festivities include an Easter egg hunt with prizes, a give-away bag with activities to enjoy during the train ride, and a yummy Easter treat for our junior railroaders to enjoy at the layover. There will also be plenty of opportunities for pictures with our bunny hoppers, so do not forget your camera!
The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad welcomes back the Bunny Hopper Express Easter Train, March 29 & 30! This 4 and half-hour round trip special event train departs the historic Bryson City Depot at 11:00 am and will travel through the Smoky Mountains to our picturesque layover destination for Easter-themed activities and Egg Hunt.
Passengers will be on the lookout for those train-hopping bunnies who have snuck on to take a free ride! Festivities include an Easter egg hunt with prizes, a give-away bag with activities to enjoy during the train ride, and a yummy Easter treat for our junior railroaders to enjoy at the layover. There will also be plenty of opportunities for pictures with our bunny hoppers, so do not forget your camera!
This event is a discussion, not an in-character performance.
Erma Bombeck captured with paring-knife-sharp humor the daily life of a new post-WWII American phenomenon: the suburban housewife. Having figured out from her own personal experience that if you can laugh at it you can live with it, she chronicled the housewife’s daily struggles in her column “At Wit’s End” from 1965 to 1996, eventually appearing in more than over 900 newspapers across the country. She also shared both poignant and hilarious observations in 12 books, including the best sellers The Grass is Always Greener Over the Septic Tank and If Life is a Bowl of Cherries, What Am I Doing in the Pits? Bombeck brought to American awareness the lives of homemakers whose efforts often felt invisible and taken for granted. Erma poked fun at kids, diets, husbands, housework and, especially, herself. She let women across America know: you are not alone. In fact, we number in the millions. I, too, am an American housewife and I will laugh by your side.
Celebrate Juneteenth with art, creativity, and community at the I AM an Artist – Youth Art Table, hosted at historic Mattoon Presbyterian Church!
Youth in Grades 3–8 (and siblings) are invited to:
🎨 Paint rock art
✍️ Fill out an “I AM” affirmation card
🧩 Add a piece to our community mural
🎁 Take home art giveaways + an “I AM an Artist” button
🍽️ Enjoy a free, culturally rooted meal featuring okra, black-eyed peas, watermelon, hibiscus tea & more
This event kicks off the MLJLW Memorial Art Scholarship honoring Ms. Mildred Leatherwood and her great-grandson Ian — helping young people in Greenville grow through art.
🤤 It’s Rib O’ Clock at Fireforge! Join us for “Meat Sweats” on Friday, July 4th with pit & grill masters from Fireforge & Project Host: all-afternoon fun from 11:30 am to 6 pm.
Nosh on a variety of meats & sides while enjoying the party band sounds of Big Radio from 3-5 pm. We’ll be releasing the menu throughout the day as our myriad of smoked & grilled delights are ready. Don’t sleep on our sassy sides – AND, save room for our favorite summer beer: 🍑 Pool Honeys Peach Milkshake IPA, which will be released on July 4th! In addition, 10% of Taproom Sales from the day will benefit Project Host.
After Meat Sweats, our regular Fireforge kitchen menu & Friday evening operations will resume through 10 pm.
Meat Sweats Menu:
🐖 John’s Texas Style Smoked Pork Shoulder
🐓 Chris’s Smoked Pulled Chicken w/ Cornell-Style BBQ Sauce
🐄 Nick’s Beef Burnt Ends: slow-cooked beef chuck roast & bbq sauce
🌭 Alex’s Chop Shop Butchery Smoked Grass Fed Beef Foot Long Hot Dogs
-Cowdog: cowboy beans, bacon, salsa, beer mustard
-Plainsman: plain dog with mustard & ketchup
🍖 Nick’s Baby Back Ribs: dry rubbed
🍗 John’s Smoked & Fried Chicken Wings: dry rubbed, Alabama white sauce
Sassy Sides:
🧀 Spinach & Artichoke Mac N Cheese
🍅 Chips & Salsa Roja
🍉 Compressed Local Watermelon & Smoked Sea Salt
🥬 Chopped Coleslaw: Duke’s mayo dressing & poppy seeds
🥔 Crushed Red Potato Salad: Duke’s, local egg, bread & butter pickles, onion, celery.
🫘 Cowboy Beans: slow-cooked pinto beans with tomatoes & spices
Join us for a Haunted House Themed Paint and Sip Party! Price includes: 1 specialty cock/mocktail, supplies and materials, and guided instruction.
ADMISSION IS FREE! Everything you need for the holidays – decor, gifts, stocking stuffers, trees, frozen foods, arts & crafts, handmade items, dishware, pictures, children’s items and more. Checks/cash only – no credit/debit cards. Our Annual Christmas Bazaar is a community favorite, so don’t miss it this year!
Join us in Biltmore Park Town Square on Friday, November 21, 2025, for an enchanting start to your holiday season. The Town Square Tree Lighting and Holiday Market promises to be an evening of magic and wonder.
Wander through the charming holiday market filled with over 35 local artisans, farmers, and craftspeople offering unique finds that will be perfect for gift-giving and holiday gatherings. You can even take home a freshly cut, Christmas tree from a local farm. Enjoy the warm, festive ambiance, sip on a rich cup of hot cocoa and shop for one-of-a-kind treasures and gifts.
Don’t miss the highlight of the evening – gather with family and friends to countdown for the lighting of the Biltmore Park Christmas tree at 6:30 pm! Experience the holiday cheer with the community, as twinkling lights illuminate the tree. The Christmas tree and the market will be surrounded by an abundance of festivities including a special holiday story time hosted by Barnes & Noble after the tree lighting, bringing joy to all ages.
Celebrate the season with the Biltmore Park community and make it a night to remember!
Winter Lights is excited to provide an all-new premium trolley experience, in partnership with Biltmore Park Town Square and Gray Line Trolley Tours! Skip the lines and ride the Winter Lights Trolley!
Enjoy dinner and shopping at Biltmore Park Town Square before hopping on the Winter Lights Trolley to experience Winter Lights!
Ride the Winter Lights Trolley Friday November 28 and select Fridays and Saturdays in December. Trolleys depart from Biltmore Park Town Square every half hour, beginning at 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $50 per-person and available select dates only.
Christmas at the Farm is an ALL INCLUSIVE Christmas experience, made for the whole family, full of fun holiday activities, all centered around picking out your Christmas tree. Each ticket includes the following: Unlimited Hot Chocolate, Unlimited S’mores, TCMU Arts & Crafts, Escape Artist Escape Room, Photo Booth, Yard Games, “Chalk Talk” Station, Playground Access, Vendor and Food Truck Access, Live Music and so much more! Please join us and come find your perfect Christmas tree, making memories that will last a lifetime!
Get ready to deck the halls and your wardrobe! The Thrifted Finds Market is returning for a special Holiday Edition on November 29th, bringing a curated mix of vintage fashion, streetwear, Y2K finds, jewelry, and unique gifts — perfect for holiday shopping. Whether you’re searching for cozy Russell hoodies or one-of-a-kind pieces, this event is the spot for gifting (or treating yourself ).
Stick around and enjoy even more festive fun! The Village of West Greenville will also be hosting their Holiday Market the same day, making it the perfect opportunity to support multiple local businesses.
Date: Saturday, November 29th
Time: 12 PM – 5 PM
Location: 578 Perry Ave, Greenville (Oxford Barber Co.)
Additional Nearby Event:
The Village of West Greenville Holiday Market
1186 Pendleton St | 12 PM – 7 PM
• Free Parking: 1 Branwood St, 556 Perry Ave, and the field across from the Christmas Market
• Paid Parking: 571 Perry Ave ($5/hr or $15/day)
Vendor applications are currently open. Secure your spot through the link in our bio.
Christmas at the Farm is an ALL INCLUSIVE Christmas experience, made for the whole family, full of fun holiday activities, all centered around picking out your Christmas tree. Each ticket includes the following: Unlimited Hot Chocolate, Unlimited S’mores, TCMU Arts & Crafts, Escape Artist Escape Room, Photo Booth, Yard Games, “Chalk Talk” Station, Playground Access, Vendor and Food Truck Access, Live Music and so much more! Please join us and come find your perfect Christmas tree, making memories that will last a lifetime!
Join us at Gather GVL for our Holiday Market on Sunday, November 30th from 12PM–4PM! 🎁✨
Shop unique gifts from local vendors, enjoy delicious food, sip on festive drinks, and soak up all the cozy holiday vibes. It’s the perfect Sunday outing to kick off the holiday season — bring your friends, family, and festive spirit! ❤️🎅
📍 Location: Gather GVL
🕛 Time: 12PM–4PM
🎄 Entry: Free & family-friendly