What to do on a rainy day in Greenville

We asked you how you spend your time on a rainy day in Greenville. From sipping on a brew at a local coffee shop or shopping for a new book, here’s what you said.

A baseball stadium with a rainbow in the sky.

The calm after the storm. | Photo by Bonnie K.

Are you only happy when it rains? Whether you love or hate the rain, it happens everywhere, and Greenville is no exception. We asked you, our lovely readers, how you spend your rainy day in Greenville, so grab your umbrellas and let’s dive in.

Greenville County Museum of Art and The Cook’s Station, 420 College St. + 515 Buncombe St., Greenville | “Get lost in the paintings followed by beverage and food at The Cook’s Station after!” — Michelle B.

☔️ Art not your thing? Check out or full list of local musuems.

Greenville State Farmers Market, 1354 Rutherford Rd., Greenville| “It’s the only one that’s in a building so you can get all your favorite local things even in the rain!” — Carie R.

M. Judson Booksellers, 130 S. Main St., Greenville | “I go exploring inside M. Judson Booksellers.” — Michael K.

☔️ Consider picking up a book by a local author.

TRee House Cafe & Studio, 27 S. Main St., Travelers Rest | “I take my granddaughter to TReehouse Studio and paint with a latte! They have the nicest people there.” — Laura M.

Hughes Main Library, 25 Heritage Green Pl., Greenville | “The large windows are perfect for watching the rain fall down while getting cozy on the couches and a reading borrowed book!” — Heather R.

Grand Bohemian Lodge, 44 E. Camperdown Way, Greenville | “I like to walk through the Grand Bohemian Lodge and have a drink at the lobby bar!” — Sue F.

Coffee shops, Various locations | “I grab a coffee and get some work done.” — Katie K.

Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery, 205 Cedar Lane Rd., Greenville"I go to Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery because there are more parking spaces and fewer children!” — Diane D.

☔️ Are you looking for kid-friendly activities to save for a rainy day? Our friends at Kidding Around Greenville have you covered with 60+ things to do inside.

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