How to avoid the tourists this weekend (and prep for Monday)

T-Minus 3 days until the Total Solar Eclipse.But, we know you already know that.

From eclipse glass safety (it matters, y’all), to where to watch, we’ve put together basically everything you need to know about Monday. (Click on the title to read).
1️⃣ Where to go for the Total Solar Eclipse in the Upstate
2️⃣ Planning to catch the eclipse from the top of a parking garage? Read this.
3️⃣ Fake vs Real: Your guide to safe solar eclipse glasses
4️⃣The history of solar eclipses, and when you’ll see one again
5️⃣These breweries are brewing special Eclipse beers (COLAtoday)

It’s going to be a zoo out there leading up to Monday. One million peopleare expected to visit the state + all hotel rooms in Greenville are sold out. Here’s how to hang out like the local you are this weekend + avoid the tourists.

How to sound like an eclipse expert
RMSC’s Eclipse Extravaganza! is sold out for Monday, but tickets for Saturday + Sunday are still available for only $10.

The pre-eclipse programming includes a Full Dome Eclipse Show at the T.C. Hooper Planetarium, education pop-up stations, NASA ambassadors talks, Citizen Science projects and more. Become an eclipse expert, so you + your family are ready to watch on Monday.

How to party like a local
Growler Haus grand opening party | Saturday | 12 Lois Ave in the Village of West Greenville | 12 p.m. – 12 a.m. | Live music, special beers by local breweries + food specials. You’ll want to experience this first, we promise. Block party ft. Padenrich Station | Saturday | Upstate Craft Beer Co. | 5 – 8 p.m.

Summer House Party | SIP Whiskey and Wine bar | Saturday | 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. | Three different house DJ’s to keep the party rolling through the night.
Pilates and Pints | Sunday | Brewery 85 | 1 – 3 p.m. | $10
... plus 16 more events. 🎉

Just get me outta here
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