Events Calendar

The engaging and talented host of Thursday evening’s South Carolina’s Public Radio show, “On the Keys,” David Kiser spends this Thursday night with us and let’s his fingers do most of the talking. An accomplished organist, David has set himself the goal of playing and recording every pipe organ in our state. We don’t want you to think that David is AWOL from SC Public Radio—he records his show, so be with us and hear his fingers talk! With only 80 seats available, call 864-520-8807 to make your reservations early ($15 for adults, $5 for students.)

Just a year ago—almost to the day— we had a standing room crowd for the American Songbook Holiday featuring one of America’s great guitarists, Steve Watson, along with Ian Brachitta on bass, drummer Rick Dilling, and jazz vocalist Wendy Jones, all set to make your holiday even more memorable! Great music styled by this master musician and his friends! And, of course there will be songs of the season, maybe even a sing along, so tune your pipes! Last year we were sold out, so you’ll want to get your tickets early! Oh, almost forgot, in the spirit of the season—maybe a glass of mulled wine, some cookies? $15 for adults, $5 for students. Call 520-8807 to make your reservations.

Even if you have heard the Celtic harp, the beautiful smaller sibling of the grand orchestral harp that John Wickey plays as the Principal Harpist for the Greenville Symphony, you must hear this gorgeous instrument in the accomplished hands of this artist. He might take you to Scotland or to Ireland—this harp speaks fluently both musical languages—or maybe to another magical music place, but you’ll go home with the haunting beauty of the Celtic harp. Come, join John on Wednesday, December 18, at 7:30pm at the Carolina Music Museum. With only 80 seats available, call 864-520-8807 to make your reservations now ($15 for adults, $5 for students).

GREENVILLES #1 NYE BAR CRAWL THE LAST 5 YEARS…..

Your wristband gains you access to 4-6 Downtown Greenville bars , FREE entry to crawlers ($20-40 to non crawlers per bar )

Bars : Macs Speed Shop (6-9 registration only)

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES :

Live Music

Drink Tickets

Appetizer Buffet

Champagne Toast

VIP viewing of ball drop

Drink Specials

Food Specials

You will receive a list upon check-in with all venues, specials, offerings for night !!!!

Don’t drop the ball on your New Year’s Eve plans. Join us at UP on the Roof as we ring in the new year with a party that’s sure to be out-of-this-world.

We’ll be celebrating all night long with cosmic cocktails featuring Skyy Vodka, as well as beer and wine specials. And don’t miss out on stellar samples and giveaways from our friends at Aperol, Espolon Tequila and Wild Turkey Bourbon (while supplies last). Plus, when the clock strikes midnight, we’ll be toasting 2020 with a sparkling sip.

To keep the futuristic-themed festivities going, DJ Santi will be spinning the best tunes in the galaxy alongside entertainment by Greenville’s hottest performance artist. (Literally – we’ve got a fire breather coming!)  One thing’s for sure, this New Year’s Eve party is going to be lit! And when hunger strikes, we’ll have a limited menu available with indoor and outdoor seating options.

There’s no denying it, the team at UP on the Roof is shooting for the moon to ensure you kick off the new decade right. Avant-garde attire is encouraged, but if a themed outfit isn’t your thing, just dress to impress and show the world that your future is bright.

This is a 21 and over futuristic fete. No under-aged guests will be admitted. Arrive early to guarantee entry. If we reach maximum capacity, guests will only be allowed UP on a one-out, one-in basis. No exceptions, please plan accordingly.

Celebrate the New Year at the Hilton Greenville and support the National Alliance of Mental Illness Greenville and Tell Every Amazing Lady about Ovarian Cancer!
B & R Events, LLC presents New Year’s Eve 2020 Southern Gala, a black tie optional event.

Join us at Zen, in downtown Greenville, to ring in the New Year in style! This year we’ve partnered with the Homewood Suites by Hilton (our newest neighbor) for special holiday room rates. Please call Jodi Goertz at 864.900.2544 to secure your room today! Be sure to note you are attending Zen’s New Year’s Eve Bash. Overnight stay includes a complimentary evening social to kick off the night and a hot breakfast to cap off the morning.

Your $87.50 General Admission Ticket Includes:

Live DJ in our Studio and Loft

Balloon Drop at Midnight

3 Drink Tickets (good for beer, wine, liquor or champagne)

Heavy hors d’oeuvres from Good Life Catering

Photobooth

Casino Tables in the Lounge Casino

Party favors

Live streaming of the NYC ball drop

Your $1000.00 VIP Table for 8 Includes:

Reserved Table for 8 Guests (That’s only $125.00 per person)

2 Bottles of Champagne

Live DJ in our Studio and Loft

Balloon drop at midnight

Heavy hors d’oeuvres from Good Life Catering

Photo booth

Casino Tables in the Lounge Casino

Party favors

Live streaming of the NYC ball drop

3 Drink tickets (good for beer, wine, liquor or champagne)

Doors open at 8:30 p.m. || Dance until 1:00 a.m.

Must Be 21 Years Old or Older

Reedy River Grand Ball, the city’s largest all-inclusive New Years Eve event, packed with live music by top touring artists, a production & dance floor like you’ve never seen before, champagne pouring aerialists, unlimited drinks (top-shelf spirits, beer & wine) + catering by Rick Erwins, hotel packages, table service options and so much more! This all-inclusive celebration will launch you into a new decade feeling like Gatsby himself. You’ve got one chance to welcome a new decade the right way, where will you be when the ball drops?

Visit ReedyRiverGrandBall.com for tix & info!

Topgolf is celebrating the arrival of 2020 by throwing one of our biggest parties of the year. Enjoy live entertainment, a chef-inspired menu and an unforgettable midnight celebration. Upgrade to the VIP experience for exclusive access to a premium holiday dinner buffet and a bottle of bubbly* to share with friends.

Spend your last hours of 2019 at an exquisite rooftop bar in downtown Greenville. Count down with friends, family and loved ones at SIP Whiskey and Wine Bar and lounge under the stars, you’ll be happy you did!

Tickets include:

Heavy hors d’oeuvres

Food Stations throughout

Music By Trey Stevens from 10pm -1am

Champagne Toast at Midnight

Ice Carving

MUST BE 21+ TO ATTEND

NO REFUNDS – ALL SALES FINAL

Restaurant will operate Normal Service till 7 and Reopen at 9:30 pm

Who says nights out are only for the weekend? El Thrifty always has something fun planned for a weekday pick-me-up! Flex your knowledge on trivia nights, try your hand at bingo, or just kick back and enjoy an El Thrifty margarita. Check out our weekly events and specials below!

Tuesday’s – El Trivia Noche 
7-9pm 
With a new theme every week, we’ll keep you on your toes. Gather your best (and brightest!) pals on a team and come show us what you’re made of. Winners will receive great prizes, and you can join us ahead of the fun from 4-6 for happy hour.

Wednesday’s – Enjoy $4 original margaritas and bottomless chips and salsa!
All day

Thursday’s – Babes + Bingo 
6-8pm 
Join us for Babes + Bingo on Thursday’s with half-off wine bottles starting at 6, great happy hour deals, and awesome prizes! No signup fee required, just show up with all your best babes and be ready for a great time.

Come be swept away by the fiery, romantic music created by the Phoebus Ensemble on woodwinds & keyboard. Virtuoso vigor will be demonstrated by soloists of national and international acclaim in our intimate gallery venue. Katherine Needleman is the Principal Oboe of the Baltimore Symphony & is one of the most sought-after oboists in the world. She will be making a special appearance because of our personal connection. Igor Begelman is a clarinetist of virtuosity & imagination, both of which have earned him an impressive list of prizes, including the Avery Fisher Career Grant. Larisa Gelman is the current VP of Community Impact at the Peace Center. An accomplished & dynamic performer of the bassoon, she has been featured in performance at home & abroad. Lisa Kiser is a vivid soloist & chamber musician. She has been awarded impressive prizes both in her native Korea & the US.

Onya Mann hosts nearly 20 talented drag performers including Vegas Van Dank, Erica Chanel, Misster Cosplay, Lolita Van Dank, Crystal Brooks, Amelia Apathy and many Special Guests!
Come party with us to benefit Izzie’s Pond and Barker Rescue Project. All proceeds from ticket sales go directly to the rescues!

There will be a food vendor in the general admission area and Seoul Republik food truck arrives at 9!

VIP tickets are available and include heavy hors d’voures from Reeves Catering, admission to the exclusive VIP lounge, VIP show seating, gift pack, and meet and greets with the performers!

Come early to see our showcase of local artists!

Doors open at 7 with artists and vendors, VIP perks begin at 7:30, and performances start at 8:30!

You are invited to attend a performance that brings to life Greg Jarrell’s book, A Riff of Love: Notes on Community and Belonging. Facilitated by a jazz quintet of Greg, vocalist Dawn Anthony and friends, the music and stories explore doing justice and building community among the master improvisers who live on the margins of our cities.
Saturday, February 8, 6:30—9:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m., Jazz Concert
8:00 p.m., Community Conversation
About the book: A Riff of Love: Notes on Community and Belonging is a five-star Amazon book that uses jazz as a metaphor for the Jarrells’ experience with neighbors, community, poverty, housing, and race since moving to Enderly Park, Charlotte, in 2005 .

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Mardi Gras/Fat Tuesday Party to Benefit the Greenville Jazz Collective

Greenville, SC – February 19, 2020 – Most “Mardi Gras” celebrations take place on the weekends before or after Fat Tuesday but rarely on the actual TUESDAY, according to an informal survey of Greenvillians who enjoy dressing up and partying for a cause.

The Greenville Jazz Collective, in partnership with Chicora Alley (downtown location), want to rectify this tragic situation. No offense to other Mardi Gras parties around town but where can a person go on the actual “Fat Tuesday” to let their proverbial freak flag fly? Here’s a solution that’s just waiting to become a Greenville party tradition:

“Chicora Alley will host a Mardi Gras-themed party on TUESDAY, February 25th to benefit the nonprofit Greenville Jazz Collective with live jazz from 6PM to midnight, food and drink specials, and Chicora’s (soon to be) World Famous Fat Tuesday Gumbo,” according to the nonprofit’s executive director, Bruce Burney.

The party is open to the public ($10 cover) and Chicora is donating 15% of proceeds from the night’s sales to support the very active cultural organization and its many programs, including the Youth Jazz Ensemble, the Furman/GJC Summer Jazz Camp, and the JazzEd Ensemble, which visits elementary, middle, and high schools throughout Greenville and the Upstate to educate students about this uniquely American art form.

“Ben Dixon and the folks at Chicora have long been supportive of our efforts and the restaurant serves as a kind of hub of activity for us, hosting a monthly open jazz jam and 17-piece Big Band concert on the first and third Wednesdays of every month, respectively,” says Burney. “We are very thankful for their commitment and hope that Greenville party-goers will come out on this special weeknight to have fun and help out a great nonprofit at the same time,” he added.

The Greenville Jazz Collective was incorporated as a 501c3 nonprofit organization in 2013 and is dedicated to the performance, presentation, understanding, and appreciation of the jazz tradition and modern improvised music.

Contact:
Bruce A. Burney
[email protected]
Greenville Jazz Collective
129 Cleveland Street
Greenville, SC 29601
(828) 577-4306/(864) 214-6810

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$30 ticket includes one entry and access to heavy hors d’oeuvres and entertainment. A cash bar will also be available. If possible, please purchase ticket(s) by Saturday, March 21st, so we can provide the catering service with an accurate headcount (though tickets will be available until March 28th). Classmates are welcome to bring a guest with the purchase of an additional ticket. Adults only.

Also, for those interested, there will be a tour of the GHS campus, led by the Prinicpal and Staff. Tour will commence on Saturday, March 28th at 10:00am in the front office entryway and last approximately 2 hours.