As one of today’s premiere stand-up comedians, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginnings performing in a Las Vegas coffee house. Jo’s uniquely relatable comedy pulls inspiration from his colorful family that has reached all kinds of people and has translated into sold-out arenas around the world

GVL Fit Fest is Greenville’s ultimate fitness and music festival, bringing energy, movement, and music to Fluor Field. This one-day celebration blends workouts, live DJs, and local talent with a vibrant lineup of food trucks, restaurants, gyms, and wellness vendors.

Expect a full-body experience—train hard, dance harder, and connect with the Upstate’s best in health and lifestyle. Whether you’re into yoga, HIIT, lifting, pickleball, running, Pilates, or just here for the wellness vibes, GVL Fit Fest is where fitness meets festival.

General admission to the event is completely free although registration is required.

Additional ticket opportunities are also available at a cost –

Doors open at 6pm. Come on down for a hilarious night.

Kick off your day with a FREE barre class hosted by The Bootyshop at Gather.

This all-levels class is designed to sculpt, tone, and energize — no shoes needed, just bring your barefoot best. Stay after class to sip, socialize, and connect with your community.

✅ What to bring:
– Yoga mat
– Water bottle
– No shoes needed (barre is done barefoot or in grippy socks)
– A friend & your best energy!

🎉 Free to attend — space is limited, so arrive early to secure your spot.
Hosted by The Bootyshop.

✨ After class, keep the good vibes going — head over to Juice Box and treat yourself to a post-barre mimosa! 🥂
They’ll be serving up bubbly for purchase, perfect for sipping and socializing after your sweat sesh.

Greenville Gay Men’s Chorus presents BIG GAY BINGO—Halloween Edition, Friday, October 3 at Greenville’s Radio Room. This is the organization’s largest fundraiser of the season—packed with bingo, cabaret music acts, and outrageous fun including a costume party attendees won’t soon forget—all emceed by drag artist Rylee Hunty.

Back by popular demand, the third Annual Mountain Monarch Festival will be at Gorges State Park in Sapphire on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This free event, hosted by the park and sponsored by the Friends of Gorges State Park and other partners, will celebrate the monarch butterfly during its migration and raise awareness about the species’ declining numbers. The park lies along the monarchs’ migratory route. The butterflies can be seen in early October each year flying over the park, heading south to the high-elevation fir forests in central-southern Mexico’s Volcanic Belt, where they overwinter until early spring.

The festival will offer educational programs and exhibits as well as children’s crafts, face painting by Brevard College cheerleaders, a butterfly hike, and a Monarch Migration Passport to guide visitors through the activities. The featured speakers will be Heyward Douglas, an entomologist who is a former naturalist and has served on the Foothills Trail Conservancy’s board of directors since 1989, who will talk about visiting the wintering area for the monarchs in Mexico, and Brian Bockhahn, interpretation and education specialist for North Carolina State Parks, who will discuss “Monarch Life Cycle and Tagging.”

The event, activities and programs are free and open to the public. The event will be held rain or shine and is first-come, first-served. For event details, visit https://www.friendsofgorges.org

Join us for an afternoon of incredible music and uplifting stories!

At 4:00 pm on October 5th in the beautiful Blackman Music Hall at Converse University, Classical Healing Keys will present a #Stigma-Free Concert—a powerful hour of music dedicated to breaking down the barriers and misconceptions surrounding mental health. Music has the ability to open hearts, start conversations, and create healing spaces, and this concert will do just that.

We have an incredible line up of musicians I know you will enjoy. In addition to the music you’ll hear three brief inspiring true stories from real people about living fully with mental illness. So come, relax, and be uplifted for 60 minutes on Sunday afternoon.

DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, A SECOND PERFORMANCE TIME FOR THIS SHOW HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR 9:30PM ON OCT. 10!

Come on out for a night of fun and laughter.

Saturday October 11 is Dog Adoption Day at Hatcher Garden’s Strutt Your Mutt event.

With special guest Derrick Stroup

John Crist is one of today’s fastest-rising stand-up comedians, earning more than one billion video views, more than 7.5 million fans on social media, and sold-out shows from coast to coast — continuously charting as one of Pollstar’s Top 10 Global Touring Comedians. John has sold out the majority of his 2025 U.S. ‘Jokes For Humans’ dates and continues to add multiple shows in select cities.

His latest comedy special John Crist: Emotional Support, released February 18, showcases his skills in delivering witty, pop culture commentary through clean humor. Filmed just six miles from his childhood home in Lilburn, GA, John Crist: Emotional Support sees the viral comedian diving into the ever-changing dynamics of growing up Christian in the 90s, navigating family group texts, mediating fights on the neighborhood Facebook page and more. In its first three weeks, the special earned more than 2.1 million stand-alone views, with social media clips surpassing 20 million views, as it continues to grow in viewership.

The Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k presented by Hunter Subaru is an exhilarating fall event that beckons both seasoned athletes and recreational runners alike. Nestled within the charm and beauty of Hendersonville, North Carolina, this race offers participants a unique opportunity to challenge their limits while immersing themselves in the splendor of the autumn season. Whether conquering the half marathon’s 13.1-mile stretch or embracing the spirited atmosphere of the 8k, participants love supportive community vibe, scenic course, and post-race festivities, including the Black Bear Fall Market!

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Brooke Barry is a writer, comedian, and successful loser from South Georgia. She grew up on a farm where she was raised by dogs, which is why she has issues with codependency and drooling. Her storytelling approach to a life of tragedy turned comedy is the essence of her performances. From irrational fears, to life in a trailer park, to being kidnapped and living out of a semi-truck when she was 10 years old, her stories are as funny as they are absurd. Brooke’s stand-up performances at many venues and festivals have gained recognition across the South, including several Audience Choice Awards. She is showcasing her new hour of personal stories on her upcoming Greatest Lovin’ Bastard tour.

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Candice Guardino: Italian Bred

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!