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Sunday, May 4, 2025
Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta
May 4 all-day
Events at Judson Mill

Get ready for the ultimate flavor-packed celebration as Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta returns to Greenville! This is not just a party—it’s the tastiest, most vibrant event of the season, and you don’t want to miss it. Dive into an all-you-can-eat taco feast featuring mouthwatering creations from the area’s most talented chefs. Wash it all down with handcrafted Lunazul Tequila cocktails, expertly crafted by Greenville’s top bartenders. It’s a culinary showdown, as they compete for trophies, cash prizes, and ultimate bragging rights!

But the fun doesn’t stop at the food and drinks. This fiesta is packed with entertainment, exciting games, and awesome prizes, ensuring there’s never a dull moment. Whether you’re a foodie, a tequila connoisseur, or just someone looking for an unforgettable night out, this event has something for everyone.
So, grab your friends, bring your appetite, and join us for a celebration like no other. Queso… see you there?

*Must be at least 21 years of age to attend. A valid ID is required for entry.
*All food and beverages included in the price of admission

Polish Fest
May 4 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Fireforge Crafted Beer

🍻 Na Zdrowie! Join us May 2-4, 2025 for our 3rd Annual Polish Fest: polka, piwo (beer) and pierogi, need we share more? 😛 Festivities will include live performances from local favorites Wasted Wine and Foothills Oompah Band, as well as Atlanta Polish folk dance group Mazury Folk Dance Ensemble. Remember to keep your pets at home, yet definitely bring your ID, dancing shoes — and your appetite!

Entertainment Schedule:

🍺 Friday, May 2 (5-10 p.m.)

🎶 Wasted Wine 6-9 p.m.

🍺 Saturday, May 3 (11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.):

🎶 Foothills Oompah Band (12:30-3:30 p.m.)

🎶 Mazury Folk Dance Ensemble (4-4:30 p.m. & 5:30-6 p.m.)

🍺 Sunday, May 4 (11:30 a.m.-8 p.m.)

🎶 Wasted Wine 2-5 p.m.

🌭 Fireforge’s festy food and beverage menu will include house-brewed “Polka Party” Lager and “Cendrowski” Grodziskie Wheat Ale; pork kielbasa from Asheville’s Chop Shop Butchery made with Fireforge beer and served on a bun with sauerkraut and horseradish beer mustard; potato and cheese pierogies from Polish American sister-owned Jaju Pierogi served with housemade sour cream, caramelized onions and chives; kabanos snacking sausage from Upstate Polish Market, house-made borscht (chilled beet soup) as well as other Polish cuisine-inspired sides and sweets!

Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Empower Hour
May 6 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

Join us for Empower Hour, a one-hour program and facility tour where you will experience firsthand the YWCA’s work to bridge gaps in earning power, education, health & wellness and access to childcare.

Empower Hours take place twice a month on the first and third Tuesday at 11:30 am.
Lunch is served as part of our Empower Hour, so reservations are required.

To make a reservation: contact Elizabeth Alvandi, Advancement Assistant, at (828) 254-7206 ext. 103 or [email protected].

Saturday, May 10, 2025
Mother’s Day Sale at Garden Party
May 10 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Garden Party

Join us on Saturday, May 10th, from 1-5 pm for a multi-artist pop-up and shopping event, just in time for Mother’s Day! Garden Party, Ross Pottery, and Melissa Weiss Pottery will host Knook Ceramics, Maggie Boyd Ceramics, Kreh Mellick, Good Goodies, Of June, Crocodile Wine, and Camille Cogswell Baked Goods at Garden Party’s shop in West Asheville. Don’t miss this incredible gathering of artists and shops as we celebrate springtime and all the mothers in our lives!

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Community Dinner
May 14 @ 6:30 pm
YWCA of Asheville

Gather with your community for a FREE tasty meal, lessons on healthy eating and information on Double Up Food Bucks (a new program through SNAP)! Community Dinners are held on the second Wednesday of each month from 6 – 7:30 pm. FREE childcare provided.

Seating is limited. Reserve your seat online.

For more information, contact Leah Berger-Singer, Preventive Health Coordinator at (828) 254-7206 ext. 212 or [email protected].

Sunday, May 18, 2025
Indaco Summer Supper Series with Chef Jason Janson
May 18 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Indaco

Join us as we kick off Indaco’s Summer Supper Series – a seasonal celebration of food, fire, and collaboration. These dinners bring together guest chefs from around the region to craft an unforgettable evening alongside Indaco’s culinary team, and we’re excited to kick-off the season with guest chef Jason Janson of Broadwater Shrimp.

Hosted on Sunday, May 18 at 6 p.m. on our covered outdoor patio, indulge in a 5-course, family-style menu, featuring live-fire grilling and seasonally-inspired dishes, plus thoughtfully curated wine pairings with each course.

Chef Jason is passionate about supporting our coastal fishermen and women, bringing in the best local catch while honoring the waters that provide us with such bounty. As proud partners of Good Catch, Broadwater is all about keeping it fresh, sustainable, and community-driven.

Seats are limited for this intimate dining experience, so reserve your spot now and savor the start of summer with us.

Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Empower Hour
May 20 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

Join us for Empower Hour, a one-hour program and facility tour where you will experience firsthand the YWCA’s work to bridge gaps in earning power, education, health & wellness and access to childcare.

Empower Hours take place twice a month on the first and third Tuesday at 11:30 am.
Lunch is served as part of our Empower Hour, so reservations are required.

To make a reservation: contact Elizabeth Alvandi, Advancement Assistant, at (828) 254-7206 ext. 103 or [email protected].

Saturday, May 24, 2025
“Shellebrate” The Start of Summer with Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar’s Beach Bash 5/24
May 24 all-day
Shuckin' shack Oyster Bar Greenville

Celebrate the unofficial start of summer ‘The Shack Way’ at Shuckin’ Shack located at 3620 Pelham Rd in Greenville from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm as they celebrate all things summer. Some event highlights are:

– Delicious appetizers, an endless flow of beer, and, of course, top tier seafood!
– Exclusive deals: Hungry oyster fans and thirsty party people can enjoy raw and steamed oyster specials along with beer and wine specials all day while donning their finest summer-wear like swimsuits, floaties, and board shorts.
– Eat, drink, and dance along to the sounds of the Jazz Trinity.
– The inaugural crowning of Greenville’s first ever Oyster King and Queen, awarded to the most dedicated oyster fans who can finish at least 36 raw oysters in one sitting.

Come on over for a great shuckin’ time at the Shuckin’ Shack Beach Bash!

Friday, May 30, 2025
Corks Over Calls
May 30 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Larkin's

ake a long lunch, pour a glass, let the voicemails pile up, and enjoy a thoughtfully curated meal crafted by Chef Adam Hayes, perfectly paired with exceptional wines. Gather your friends, raise a glass, and indulge in an afternoon of great food, fine wine, and even better company as we celebrate 20 years of euphoria & Larkin’s!

Those emails can wait, but this experience shouldn’t!

Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Empower Hour
Jun 3 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

Join us for Empower Hour, a one-hour program and facility tour where you will experience firsthand the YWCA’s work to bridge gaps in earning power, education, health & wellness and access to childcare.

Empower Hours take place twice a month on the first and third Tuesday at 11:30 am.
Lunch is served as part of our Empower Hour, so reservations are required.

To make a reservation: contact Elizabeth Alvandi, Advancement Assistant, at (828) 254-7206 ext. 103 or [email protected].

Thursday, June 5, 2025
One Blood and Habit Burger & Grill Community Blood Drive
Jun 5 all-day
Habit Burger & Grill

OneBlood, a not-for-profit blood center serving the southeastern United States, is partnering with Habit Burger & Grill to host community blood drives from June 3-5. Donors will have the opportunity to give the gift of life aboard OneBlood’s Big Red Bus at select Habit Burger & Grill locations in the Upstate.

All presenting donors will receive a free Charburger with Cheese, a $20 eGift card and a limited-edition trucker hat. Donors will also receive a free wellness checkup, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count and cholesterol screening.

To register as a donor and make an appointment, visit givelife.io/habitburger.

Saturday, June 7, 2025
An Evening of Love and Light – Concert to celebrate 75th Anniversary
Jun 7 @ 7:30 pm
Greenville Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

75th Anniversary Concert – Pat Wictor performing blues and ethereal folk music. Slide guitar. Refreshments available. Come celebrate with us!!

Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Community Dinner
Jun 11 @ 6:30 pm
YWCA of Asheville

Gather with your community for a FREE tasty meal, lessons on healthy eating and information on Double Up Food Bucks (a new program through SNAP)! Community Dinners are held on the second Wednesday of each month from 6 – 7:30 pm. FREE childcare provided.

Seating is limited. Reserve your seat online.

For more information, contact Leah Berger-Singer, Preventive Health Coordinator at (828) 254-7206 ext. 212 or [email protected].

Sunday, June 15, 2025
7 Brew Celebrates Father’s Day!
Jun 15 all-day
7 Brew Coffee

7 Brew Coffee is celebrating Father’s Day this year with a special deal–any two medium drinks for $8.88–encouraging guests to take a break and treat the father figures in their lives to a delicious, custom drink and quality time together.

This special is available at all 7 Brew locations. To find the one nearest you, visit 7brew.com/find-a-7-brew

Father’s Day Special- Spartanburg Marriott
Jun 15 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Spartanburg Marriott

Celebrate Dad in style this Father’s Day at Sparks, exclusively at the Spartanburg Marriott! 🎉

Join us on June 15th from 5pm–10pm for a mouthwatering 14oz New York Strip, served with tender asparagus and a perfectly loaded baked potato, blackened and finished with garlic herb butter. 🍽️ Plus, enjoy your choice of draft or bottled beer with your meal! 🍺

📍299 N Church Street, Spartanburg
📲 Reserve now by calling 864.596.1211

Make this Father’s Day unforgettable — great food, great beer, and the man of the hour! 👔💙

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Empower Hour
Jun 17 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

Join us for Empower Hour, a one-hour program and facility tour where you will experience firsthand the YWCA’s work to bridge gaps in earning power, education, health & wellness and access to childcare.

Empower Hours take place twice a month on the first and third Tuesday at 11:30 am.
Lunch is served as part of our Empower Hour, so reservations are required.

To make a reservation: contact Elizabeth Alvandi, Advancement Assistant, at (828) 254-7206 ext. 103 or [email protected].

Thursday, June 19, 2025
I AM an Artist – Free Juneteenth Youth Art Table
Jun 19 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Mattoon Presbyterian Church

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.

Sunday, June 22, 2025
Noble Dog Pet Market at Hampton Station
Jun 22 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Hampton Station

A summer market and adoption event celebrating pets, local makers, and community! Guests can enjoy doggie yoga on The Yard at 11:00 AM, explore 25+ local vendor booths, grab food and drinks, and meet adoptable dogs from Greenville County Animal Care, Canine Healing Project, and Dog Squad. Family-friendly activities and pet-focused products make this the perfect Sunday outing for both two- and four-legged attendees. It’s all happening at Hampton Station, a spot that loves bringing people (and pets!) together for fun, feel-good events.

Indaco Summer Supper Series with Chef Graham House
Jun 22 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Indaco

A seasonal celebration of food, fire, and collaboration, this Summer Supper Series brings together guest chefs from around the region to craft an unforgettable evening alongside Indaco’s culinary team, and we’re grateful to be welcome Chef Graham House of Luminosa (Asheville, NC) for our June dinner. Graham has established himself as a beacon of culinary excellence in the Asheville food scene, renowned for his unwavering commitment to local purveyors, producers, and farmers and his dedication to sustainable and innovative practices.

Hosted on Sunday, June 22 at 6 p.m. on our covered outdoor patio, indulge in a 5-course, family-style menu, featuring live-fire grilling and seasonally-inspired dishes, plus thoughtfully curated beer pairings with each course.

Seats are limited for this intimate dining experience, so reserve your spot now!

Tuesday, June 24, 2025
The Rare Pair
Jun 24 @ 6:30 pm
The Loft at Soby’s

An evening of indulgence awaits at The Rare Pair, where some of the world’s finest whisk(e)y meets the unparalleled richness of American and Japanese Wagyu beef. This exclusive dining and spirit experience brings together two master chefs—Orchid Paulmeier and Nico Abello—blending the elegance of French culinary artistry with the bold, vibrant flavors of the Philippines.

With only 24 seats at the table, this intimate yet laid-back fine dining experience is designed for those who appreciate exceptional food, expertly paired spirits, and great company. There are no white tablecloths, no stiff atmosphere—just top-tier flavors, a welcoming vibe, and an unforgettable journey through whisk(e)y and beef, complemented by indulgent sides, expertly paired wines, and the perfect balance of bold and refined flavors.

Begin the evening with a craft cocktail and canapés before diving into a multi-course feast. Indulge in expertly seared Wagyu, kissed by flame and served alongside flavorful, family-style sides—each course thoughtfully paired with high-end whisk(e)y neat pours courtesy of Suntory Global Spirits and exquisite wines curated by Jackson Family Wines. You’ll be among the first to taste euphoria’s Knob Creek 20th Anniversary Single Barrel and other premium selections, along with intimate on-site experiences.

Set against a backdrop of mellow tunes and warm hospitality, The Rare Pair is more than just a dinner—it’s a celebration of contrast and connection, where tradition meets innovation, and luxury meets the fire of the open flame.

Limited seating. Unforgettable flavors. A rare experience, indeed.