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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Help us make our children’s Holiday Season brighter!
Next time you are at the studio pick a child to donate a gift to from the tree. Once you have chosen your child let the front desk know who you are buying for. Once you have purchased the item(s) from that child’s wishlist bring back the gift unwrapped, place it under the tree and let the front desk know.
Gifts are due by November 29th.
“The Julie Valentine Center is a nonprofit organization that provides free, confidential services to sexual assault and child abuse survivors and their families. As a community organization, we depend on the community to enable us to provide these services to our neighbors.”
For more information on the Julie Valentine Center: https://www.julievalentinecenter.org/
https://www.facebook.com/events/958579684343026/
‘Tis the Season for giving! Please join us in collecting NEW and UNWRAPPED toys this holiday for our partners at #ToysForTots. Your donations may be dropped off at the Front Desk of our hotel until Friday, December 14th! #GreenvilleMarriott #AuroONE #MakeADifference #HolidaySpirit
https://www.facebook.com/events/504021090100802/?event_time_id=504021140100797
Christmas at Biltmore Daytime Celebration*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Sunday, January 6, 2019 (daily)
*Included with estate admission.
*Does not include “Candlelight Christmas Evenings”
Experience the holidays wreathed with the wonder of Biltmore. Our celebration presents Christmas on a grand scale with more than 55 trees decorated by our talented staff, accented with miles of ribbon, garlands, and lights. Festive menus in our restaurants and holiday wine tastings make for a memorable visit.
Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas
https://www.facebook.com/events/148458802536575/?event_time_id=247333685982419
Looking for a unique gift for the holidays? Stop by Milliken Art Gallery on Thursday, November 29 and Friday, November 30 for our annual holiday art sale! Artwork includes pieces from students, faculty, and alumni including paintings, sculptures, prints, photography, ceramics, jewelry, and more! Cash and checks accepted.
https://www.facebook.com/events/325139968086430/?event_time_id=325139981419762
Looking for the perfect holiday gifts? Visit us at the Annual Holiday Fair at the Greenville Convention Center where we will be vending this year! Find us at booth 905 near the entrance!
Thursday November 29: 10am-8pm
Friday, November 30: 10am-8pm
Saturday, December 1: 10am-6pm
https://www.facebook.com/events/686410475062940/
Duo Design Studio and Art Houzze invite you to Puttin’ on the Glitz – Holiday Open House on Thursday, December 6 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM and on Friday, December 7 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Join us at Duo Design Studio for bubbles, bites, baubles, beautiful artwork and so much more.
Enjoy a visit to Christmas pasts from the 1840s to the 1890s. Each room contains antique and reproduction decorations and traditions. Four live trees, one of which will be decorated with traditional Appalachian decorations, hand made by our SMH over History club.
Admission at the door $9 adults, $5 children/students, free for WNC Historical Association members and A-B Tech students.
Group tours may be requested at 828-253-9231
Special 12 Days of Christmas Scavenger Hunt for children.
https://www.facebook.com/events/316661532481360/?event_time_id=316661619148018
At our Holiday Oyster & Pizza Party in Travelers Rest, we will kick off the holiday season with great music from three local bands: My Girl My Whiskey & Me, Trapfire Brothers and Murdercat.
The adventurous will be rewarded with unique flavor combinations, a relaxed camp-fire atmosphere, and craft beer and wine available.
Two ticket options available:
$25.00 per person to enter, includes food (menu below), or
$5.00 per person entry fee to see the show and make food and beverage purchases al a carte.
Tickets will not be mailed. Will Call for all online ticket sales will be available at the welcome table near the front gate the day of the event.
Host Chefs | Steve & Cheryl Kraus
Upcountry Provisions Restaurant | Travelers Rest
Guest Chef | Greg McPhee
The Anchorage | Greenville
Each ticket includes:
Welcome glass of Prosecco
1 Brick Oven Pizza
1 Bucket of Half Dozen Grilled Oysters
Sauce and Cracker Bar
Cash bar
Desserts and additional buckets of oysters available for purchase.
https://www.facebook.com/events/323329521552499/
- Nearly one million twinkling lights
- Countless decorative images
- Holly Jolly Christmas Parade
- Animated Story Tree
- Animal Characters
- Nightly visits with Santa (start at 6:00PM through December 23)
- Warm memories and holiday cheer around the Jingle Bell Bonfire
- Hot cocoa, s’mores and other festive foods available for purchase
While you may spot a few night owls during Lights, most of our residents will be off-exhibit to catch some zzz’s.
Join us as we’re Rockin Around Trade Street! Kick off the holiday season with drink specials, food tastings, holiday crafts, pictures with Santa, Sip & Shop events, Smores, storytelling, and more! We’re excited to announce the showing of Elf on the big screen!
This event is to promote downtown businesses and, as such, we are not looking for vendors at this time. Thank you.
Rockin’ Around Trade Street is a family friendly event for all ages, but due to City of Greer festival ordinances, please leave your furry friends at home!
https://www.facebook.com/events/245850786278232/
Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.
Santa is coming to Eva Hurley State Farm! Join us on Thursday, November 29th from 5-7pm for complimentary photos with Santa, cookies and cocoa.
https://www.facebook.com/events/201536734113642/
Candlelight Christmas Evenings*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Saturday, January 5, 2019 (Select Dates)
*Check website for availability/dates
*By reservation only.
*Pricing varies by date.
Candlelight, firelight, and live music bring holiday warmth to the extravagant holiday décor of Biltmore House, creating an evening to remember. Evening guests can also take advantage of Antler Hill Village & Winery to enjoy free wine tastings. Advance reservations are required for evening visits.
Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas
https://www.facebook.com/events/2014125145534975/?event_time_id=2167409576873197
What: Greenville Clemson Club’s Holiday Toy Drive
When: Drop In Thursday, November 29 from 5:30-9:30
Where: Spare Time at 822 Congaree Rd, Greenville, SC 29607
Entry: A donation or a new, unwrapped toy
Who: Everyone, this event is family friendly
Goals: 500 Toys & $2500 in Donations
Other Details:
– Curb-side drop off available
– Amazon wish list available: http://a.co/1NybezC
– Meet and mingle with Clemson Celebrities including CJ Spiller, Tajh Boyd, Patrick Sapp, and others
– All donations go to local charities
– $5 game zone card given per person with entry
– 20% discount on any food for dine-in guests
– $4 tall Bud Light and football/game day food specials
https://www.facebook.com/events/1897380283645103/
The Christmas House is Celebrating it’s 45yr of Decorating for our Community! We will have over 100,000 lights and displays to see this year. We are a drive-through event only. We do not charge, but there is a donation box if anyone wishes to help with expenses. So come out and see the sights and hear the sounds of Christmas at The Christmas House!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1255645907923088/?event_time_id=1255646027923076
Upstate Holiday Light Show will be opening on Thanksgiving Night through New Years Eve! Located at Greenville-Pickens Speedway; bring the whole family to the biggest interactive LED light show in the Upstate!! Meet Santa at his workshop, Petting Zoo, Pony Corral & Ice Skating Rink!
**LIKE & SHARE to WIN 2 Car Passes, Winners announced weekly**
Sunday – Thursday 5:45 – 10PM
Friday & Saturday 5:45 – 11PM
Petting Zoo:
(Included)
Open Everyday
Ice Rink:
Thursday – Sunday
$5 Cash (Includes Skates)
Pony Corral:
Thursday – Sunday
$5 Cash
Santa Land:
$5 to Visit (Cash)
Starting in December 14th, 15th, 16th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd
Concessions open everyday (Bring Cash)
PRICES:
Tickets are available at the door & online at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/upstate-holiday-light-show-tickets-52499435224
Prices are just $20 for the whole car! (This includes cars, trucks, mini van, or suv.)
$45 for passenger vans
$75 for buses.
Cash & Credit Cards are accepted at the Ticket Booth.
Please visit http://upstatelights.com or give us a call at 864-295-5764 if you have any questions!
https://www.facebook.com/events/504731386693705/?event_time_id=504731506693693
Come out and get your picture taken with Santa.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1751613038289126/?event_time_id=1751613151622448
Looking for a unique gift for the holidays? Stop by Milliken Art Gallery on Thursday, November 29 and Friday, November 30 for our annual holiday art sale! Artwork includes pieces from students, faculty, and alumni including paintings, sculptures, prints, photography, ceramics, jewelry, and more! Cash and checks accepted.
https://www.facebook.com/events/325139968086430/?event_time_id=325139991419761
Holiday Lights Display
https://www.facebook.com/events/678011099229782/?event_time_id=678011192563106
Just In time for Christmas! Walhalla Art Works will be here with some cool holiday inspired stencils. Christmas special is 2 pallet decorations for $30. One for you and one to gift!
https://www.facebook.com/events/492077071303624/