July PlanAhead: Your July Greenville events calendar

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Week of July 1-7

Thurs., July 1

FeaturedEvent

WaterCooler

  • Greenville Drive versus Winston-Salem Dash | Thurs., July 1 | 7:05 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | Watch the Greenville Drive take on Winston-Salem on Dollar Drink Night + get your COVID-19 vaccine at the Drive’s third vaccine event with Prisma Health. ⚾

TryThis

  • Trivia Night | Thurs., July 1 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Birds Fly South Ale Project, 1320 Hampton Ave. Ext. | Free entry | Test your knowledge to see if you can win big with the Greenville County Library System.

Dish

  • Murder Mystery Dinner: Murder at the Pizzeria | Thurs., July 1 | 6:30 p.m. | Plate 108, 108 E. Poinsett St., Greer | $55 | It’s the night before the “pizzeria’s” grand opening, and the owner of a rival pizza restaurant has been found murdered in the pantry — solve the mystery + make your own pie. 🍕

Listen

  • Live Music with My Girl, My Whiskey and Me | Thurs., July 1 | 7-9 p.m. | Quest Brewing Company, 55 Airview Dr. | $10 | Listen to the music of Kelly + George while enjoying a local brew.🍺
  • Summer Concert Series | Thurs., July 1 | 7-11 p.m. | The Spinning Jenny, 107 Cannon St., Greer | Free entry | The Well Drinkers will be performing live and accompanied by food trucks + vendors.

Civic

Biz

Fri., July 2

Holiday

Listen

  • Edwin McCain | Fri., July 2 | 7:30 pm. | TD Stage, 300 S Main St. | $40-$60 | American romantic Edwin McCain will be performing for a night of special tunes. 🎤

TryThis

  • 80s/90s Dance Party | Fri., July 2 | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. | Artistry Workshops and Gallery, 12 Andrews St. | $7 entry fee | Dance the night away with old school tunes + old friends. 💃
  • Beachin’ Fridays | Fri., July 2 | 7 p.m. | Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E. Butler Rd. | Free | Summer vibes are back with live music from Larry McNair & Friends. ⛱️

WaterCooler

  • Greenville Drive vs. Winston-Salem | Fri., July 2 | 7:05-10:30 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | Watch the big game + stick around post-game for “Light It Up” Friday Night Fireworks. 🎇

Drink

  • Five Year Anniversary | Fri., July 2-Sat., July 3 | Grateful Brew, 501 S. Pleasantburg Dr. | Free | Join Grateful Brew in celebrating their fifth anniversary with beers + dinner from Black Thai on Friday.

Featured Event

  • First Fridays Gallery Crawl | Fri., July 2 | 6-9 p.m. | locations vary | Navigate Greenville’s visual arts scene, as galleries and venues open their doors to the public – see participating galleries here.
  • Twin Creeks Lavender Farm U-Pick and Live Art Event | Now-Sun., July 4 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Twin Creeks Lavender Farm, 4638 Midway Rd., Williamston | $5 | Twin Creeks Lavender Farm is opening its acres of lavender to the public for one more U-Pick weekend — featuring live art being created in the fields, hundreds of handmade products in the farm’s new barn + more.

Sat., July 3

WaterCooler

  • Greenville Drive vs. Winston-Salem | Sat., July 3 | 7:05-10:30 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | Head to the Drive for Marvel Superhero Night + the first 1,000 fans through the gate will receive a Drive/Spiderman bobblehead. ⚾

Drink

  • Crafty Cats Brewery Grand Opening | Sat. July 3 | 4 p.m. | Crafty Cats Brewery, 1021 S. Main St., Ste. D | Celebrate the opening of the newest brewery in the West End with beer specials, live music from Brazilian American band B385, and good food.

Holiday

Sun., July 4

WaterCooler

  • Greenville Drive vs. Winston-Salem | Sun., July 4 | 6:05-10:30 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | Celebrate the 4th with Military Appreciation Night + stick around for a post-game fireworks celebration. ⚾

Holiday

Mon., July 5

Dish

  • Sizzle & Shag | Mon., July 5 | 7-10 p.m. | Plate 108, 108 E Poinsett St., Greer | $45 | Learn to create a delicious dish + then jump into a shag dance class. 💃
  • Pasta Making 101 | Mon., July 5 | 6-8 p.m. | The Cook’s Station | $60 | Learn how to make a batch of pasta dough then knead, shape, and cut your own pasta in a hands-on class. 🍝

TryThis

  • No Expectations Comedy | Mon., July 5 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Coffee Underground, 1 E. Coffee St. | Free | Check out a comedy show + sip some coffee. 🎤

ForKids

  • Kids Only Cooking Class | Mon., July 5 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Cook’s Station | $40 | Let your little ones, ages 7-12, learn how to cook pancakes + eggs in the kitchen. 👨‍🍳

Tues., July 6

ForPets

  • Bark In the Park | Tues., July 6 | 7-10:30 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | Bring your furry friend for a night of pup-up shops, dog barks, and contests. ⚾

Wed., July 7

WaterCooler

Biz

  • Biz Fuel Networking | Wed., July 7 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Wild Ace Pizza & Pub, 103 Depot St., Greer | Free | Bring your business cards and network with other local professionals.

Show

  • Comedy Night Up On the Roof | Wed., July 7 | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Sweet Sippin’, 103 W. Curtis St., Simpsonville | $12 | Sunset, fine beverages, and an ab workout from all the laughs. 🎤

ForKids

  • Ballyhoorassic Park Dino-Fest | Wed., July 7-Sun., July 25 | Hours vary | Ballyhoo Petting Zoo, 849 Norris Rd., Anderson | $8 | Check out fossils, hunt for dinosaurs, and see how farm animals are related to their prehistoric cousins. 🦖

Drink

  • Meet the Sycamore Brewing Candy Camper | Wed., July 7 | 5:30 p.m. | The Community Tap — North Main | Free entry | Check out Sycamore Brewing’s decked out Airstream trailer + savor a few brews. 🍺

Listen

  • Greenville Heritage Sound Check | Wed., July 7 | 6-9 p.m. | Peace Center Amphitheatre | Free entry | Grab a spot in the general admission area to enjoy pop/soul music from The Jacob Johnson Group.
  • Summer Music Series & Food Truck Rodeo | Wed., July 7 | 6-9 p.m. | CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park, Simpsonville | Free entry | Get food from one of several food trucks and enjoy the music of Retro Vertigo.

Week of July 8-14

Thurs., July 8

Arts

  • HOLY Hoops Workshop | Thurs., July 8 | 11-4 p.m. | Make Made Jewelry, 241 N Main St. Ste C | $140 | Make your own hand-cut metal hoops from scratch.

ForKids

  • Outdoor Paint Balloon Art | Thurs., July 8 | 11-11:45 a.m. | Greenville Library System Five Forks, 104 Sunnydale Dr. | Free | Ages 11-17 can get artistic + paint balloons on the library lawn.
  • National Freezer Pop Day | Thurs., July 8 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Gower Park, 24 Evelyn Ave. | Free | Enjoy celebratory games + freezer pops while supplies last.

Watch

  • Moonlight Movies | Thurs., July 8 | Greer City Park | Free | Grab a blanket + watch Wonder Park in the park with the family. 🎞️

WaterCooler

  • Greenville Drive vs. Aberdeen | Thurs., July 8 | 7:05-10:30 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | Grab your baseball hat, some popcorn, and watch the Greenville Drive take on Aberdeen. ⚾

Dish

  • Wine Flight and Charcuterie Tasking | Thurs., July 8 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | The Cook’s Station | $25 | Have a night on the patio and taste a flight of three Mission Grape wines + lots of charcuterie. 🍷

Fri., July 9

ForKids

  • Outdoor Paint Balloon Art | Fri., July 9 | 11-11:45 a.m. | Greenville Library System Greer, 505 Pennsylvania Ave. | Free | Ages 11-17 can get artistic + paint balloons on the library lawn.

Drink

  • Tapas & Tinis | Fri., July 9 | 7-10 p.m. | Zen, 924 S Main St. | $60 | Start the countdown to euphoria weekend with tinis and tapas. 🍸

WaterCooler

  • Greenville Drive vs. Aberdeen | Fri., July 9 | 7:05-10:30 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | Grab your baseball hat, some popcorn, and watch the Greenville Drive take on Aberdeen. ⚾

Listen

TryThis

  • Beachin’ Fridays | Fri., July 9 | 7 p.m. | Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E Butler Rd. | Free | Summer vibes are back with live music from The Cantalinas. ⛱️

Sat., July 10

Legacy

  • Carli’s Legacy | Sat., July 10 | 8:30-11:30 a.m. | Sportsclub Fitness & Wellness, 712 Congaree Rd. | Donation based | Join the Sportsclub family as they mourn the tragic loss of member + 5th grade teacher, Carli Brewer Soukup, by attending her favorite classes — BodyPump, Grit, and BodyCombat.

WaterCooler

TryThis

  • 8th Anniversary Party | Sat., July 10 | 3-9 p.m. | Quest Brewing Company, 55 Airview Dr. | $10 | Join Quest in celebrating their 8th anniversary with drinks, dinner with Resident Dogs, and live music. 🍻

Listen

Sun., July 11

WaterCooler

  • Greenville Drive vs. Aberdeen | Sun., July 11 | 3:05 p.m | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | Grab your baseball hat, some popcorn, and watch the Greenville Drive take on Aberdeen. ⚾

TryThis

  • Sunday Summer Maker’s Market | Sun., July 11 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Southernside Brewing Co., 25 Delano Dr. Unit D | Free | This market will be hosting live music, food, and shopping from local vendors. 🛍️

Mon., July 12

Dish

  • Meatless Monday Cooking Class | Mon., June 12 | 6 p.m. | Cook’s Station | $55+ | Join Chef Angelita for a delicious plant-based menu of Pimento Cheese Burgers, Sweet Coleslaw, Fruit Salad with Maple lemon glaze.

Tues., July 13

Arts

  • ARTalk | Tues., July 13 | 6-7 p.m. | Greenville Center for Creative Arts, 101 Abney St. | Free | Join artists Bill Jameson and Randy Akers for an in-person ARTalk as they discuss their exhibitions currently on display in the GCCA Main Gallery. 🎨
  • Abstract Poppies — Paint & Sip | Tues., July 13 | 6:30 p.m. | Wine & Design, 1175 Woods Crossing Rd. | $35 | BYOB to this art class and leave with an abstract painting of poppies.

TryThis

  • Stamped Boho Fringe Earrings | Tues., July 13 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Make Made Jewelry, 241 N. Main St. | $95 | Learn how to make show-stopping boho earrings with solid sterling silver.
  • Mauldin Farmers Market | Tues., July 13 | 5-8 p.m. | 101 E. Butler Rd., Mauldin | Free entry | Listen to live music, check out vendors, and get your weekly produce. 🍅

Film

  • Movies in the Park — The Jungle Book | Tues., July 13 | 7:30 p.m. | CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park, Simpsonville | Free entry | Grab a blanket + watch The Jungle Book in the park with the family. 🍿

Active

  • Walking and Riding Group | Tues., July 13 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Doodle Trail, Easley | Free | Hit the trail with other local, active folks; meet in front of the green train car (Sweet Tea Cycle). 🚲

Show

  • Pass the Mic — Open Mic Style Jam Night | Tues., July 13 | 7-10 p.m. | FR8yard, 125 E. Main St., Spartanburg | Free entry | Get your 15 minutes of fame + showcase your stuff at this open mic night. 🎤

FeaturedEvent

Wed., July 14

Listen

  • Short Story Cafe | Wed., July 14 | 6-7 p.m. | Virtual | Register here | Read and discuss the short story Birthmates By Gish Jen.

Cause

  • Cones for a Cause | Wed., July 14 | 5-8 p.m. | Abbott’s Frozen Custard, 119 E. Poinsett St., Greer | Free | Grab a custard for a portion of the proceeds to go towards helping the Make-A-Wish Foundation. 🍦

Drink

Dish

  • Let Them Eat Cheese | Wed., July 14 | 7 p.m. | The Community Tap — Trailside, 147 Welborn St. | $85 | Call to reserve your spot — (864) 236-1375 | The Community Tap is teaming up with GB&D for a Bastille celebration consisting of a 5 course meal + wine pairing. 🧀
  • Woodside Bistro Pop-Up | Wed., July 14 | 5-11 p.m. | Bar Margaret, 1269 Pendleton St. | Prices vary | Check out Woodside Bistro as they take on cocktails + the kitchen, showcasing some of their newest menus. 🍹

ForKids

  • Cartooning & Comics | Wed., July 14 | 2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Watch a live virtual drawing class for ages 6-16.
  • Outdoor Lollipops Concert | Wed., July 14 | 10-10:30 a.m. | Hughes Main Library | Free | Ages 3-8 can enjoy a story-based performance by Greenville Symphony Orchestra.

Week of July 15-21

Thurs., July 15

TryThis

  • Third Thursday with The Jamie Wright Band | Thurs., July 15 | 5-8 p.m. | Poe West, 556 Perry Ave. | Free entry | Shop from local start-up businesses, enjoy food from Automatic Taco, and listen to live music.
  • Village Quench 2021 | Thurs., July 15 | 12-6 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe, 205 Cedar Lane Rd | $150 | Join an at home sip + cycle experience.

Show

  • My Way: A Tribute to Frank Sinatra | Thurs., July 15- Sun., Aug. 8 | Centre Stage | $30-35 | My Way invites you to take a trip down memory lane with 54 of Sinatra’s beloved tunes + a live jazz band. 🎷

Watch

  • Moonlight Movies | Thurs., July 15 | 7 p.m. | Greer City Park | Free | Grab a blanket + watch The Little Rascals in the park with the family. 🍿

ForKids

  • Zoom Trivia Challenge: The Avengers | Thurs., July 15 | 2-2:45 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Tweens + teens ages 11-17 can test their knowledge on all things Avengers with the Greenville County Library System. 🦸
  • Rec & Read | Thurs., July 15 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Linky Stone Park, 24 Reedy View Dr. | Free | Explore the children’s garden, listen to a story + play.

Biz

FeaturedEvent

  • Passport to the Village | Thurs., July 15 | 8 a.m.-7 p.m. | The Village of West Greenville | $5 donation | Collect 6+ stamps from purchases made during this day of shopping — benefitting Meals on Wheels of Greenville — and get a free beer at Carolina Bauernhaus.
  • Project Host Grand Re-Opening Celebration | Thurs., July 15 | 5-7 p.m. | 525 S. Academy St. | $10 | After over a year of being closed, guests are invited to revisit Project Host for complimentary tastings, 1 complimentary drink with ticket purchase + more.

Fri., July 16

TryThis

  • Salsa at Sunset | Fri., July 16 | 6-10 p.m. | AC Hotel, 315 S Main St. | Free | Get to dancing with group salsa lessons + live music.
  • Charcuterie and Wood Trays | Fri., July 16 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | AR Workshop, 2830 Wade Hampton Blvd. Ste. 35 | Register here | Learn the art of creating a Charcuterie tray with guest instructor Lauren from Greenville Cheese Girl. 🧀
  • Date Night - Salsa at Sunset | Fri., July 16 | 5-9 p.m. | City Scape Winery, 589 Dunklin Bridge Rd. | $65 | Start the night off with salsa dance lessons and finish it with a wine tasting. 🍷

Listen

TryThis

  • Beachin’ Fridays | Fri., July 16 | 7 p.m. | Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E Butler Rd. | Free | Summer vibes are back with live music from Jump Street. ⛱️
  • 80s Theme Swing Dance | Fri., July 16 | 8-11 p.m. | The Spinning Jenny, 107 Cannon St | $7 | Dress in your favorite 80s colors and get to dancin’ at swing night.

FeaturedEvent

  • Salsa at Sunset | Fri., July 16 | 6:15-10 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza, 319 S Main St. | Free | This community dance event, hosted by Upstate International, kicks off with a dance lesson at 6:15 p.m. followed by a Live Latin band. 💃

Sat., July 17

TryThis

  • First Annual Butter Bean Bonanza | Sat., July 17 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Greenville State Farmers Market, 1354 Rutherford Rd. | Free | Enjoy the celebration of a southern dinner table staple — the butter bean.

Art

Active

  • Carolina Reaper Challenge | Sat., July 17 | 9 a.m.-5:15 p.m. | Seneca, SC | Register here | Run a 50k, the full marathon, or half marathon distance at this annual race.

WaterCooler

Drink

  • Secret Cocktail Garden Rosé Party | Sat., July 17 | 5-11 p.m. | Juniper, | Free | Help Juniper celebrate the opening of their Secret Cocktail Garden with the first 50 guests getting a free rosé flight card. 🍸

Sun., July 18

Watch

  • Summer Heat Poetry Slam | Sun., July 18 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | The Radio Room, 110 Poinsett Hwy. | $15 | The hottest spoken word acts from across the region will come together for this poetry slam + a $400 grand prize.

Mon., July 19

WaterCooler

  • Yoga in the Park | Mon., July 19 | 6:30-7:45 p.m. | Paris Mountain State Park | $8 | Enjoy a yoga class in the beautiful outdoors — park entrance not included in price + BYO mat.
  • Veteran & Community Adaptive Golf Clinic | Mon., July 19 | 10-11:45 a.m. | Topgolf | Donation based | A monthly adaptive clinic designed to introduce the game of golf to both enhance rehabilitation + optimal functioning. ⛳

Arts

  • Magnolia — Paint & Sip | Mon., July 19 | 6:30 p.m. | Wine & Design, 1175 Woods Crossing Rd. | $35 | BYOB to this art class and leave with an abstract painting of this famous Southern flower. 🍷

Show

ForKids

  • Outdoor Story Time | Mon., July 19 | 10-10:30 a.m. | Hughes Main Library | Free | Bring a blanket for story time on the front lawn of the downtown library, weather permitting. 📚

Dish

  • Monday Noodle Night | Mon., July 19 | 5-9 p.m. | The Commons | Free entry | If you’re not feeling like cooking dinner on a Monday, *noodle* over this meal from GB&D. 🍜

Drink

  • Service Industry Night | Mon., July 19 | 5-9 p.m. | The Community Tap Trailside | Free entry | Service industry members will get 20% off their bar tab. 🍺

Tues., July 20

WaterCooler

Network

  • Business & Brews | Tues., July 20 | 5:15-7:15 p.m. | Think Tank Brew Lab, 101 Airport Rd. | Free | SC Senator Ross Turner will be joining this networking opportunity for brews. 🍺

Arts

  • Acrylic Pour | Tues., July 20 | 6:30 p.m. | Wine & Design, 1175 Woods Crossing Rd. | $39 | Play with paint, BYOW, and learn how to pour acrylic. 🖌️

ForKids

  • Outdoor Story Time | Tues., July 20 | 10-10:30 a.m. | Hughes Main Library, 25 Heritage Green Pl. | Free | Bring a blanket and hang out on the library front lawn for an educational experience with stories, music, and activities. 📖

Wed., July 21

WaterCooler

Arts

  • Summer Paradise Paint Party | Wed., July 21 | 6-9 p.m. | Tetrad Brewing Company, 603 E. Stone Ave. | $35 | Enjoy a glass of your favorite wine this Wine Wednesday while painting a summer paradise beach scene.🍷

Edu

  • Lunchbox Learning with Dennis Chastain | Wed., July 21 | 12-1 p.m. | Upcountry History Museum | Free-$10 | Learn about the ancient Cherokee Path and its vital role in the cultural + natural history of SC.

Show

  • Greenville Heritage Sound Check | Wed., July 21 | 6-9 p.m. | Peace Center Amphitheatre | Free entry | Grab a spot in the general admission area to enjoy blues music from local legend Mac Arnold.
  • Summer Music Series & Food Truck Rodeo | Wed., July 21 | 6-9 p.m. | CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park, Simpsonville | Free entry | Get food from one of several food trucks and enjoy the music of the James Radford Band. 🎤

Active

  • Landmark Men’s Trail Run | Wed., July 21 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Paris Mountain State Park | Free | Get the guys together for a free trail run with The Landmark Project. 👟

FeaturedEvent

  • WOOFstock: Peace, Music & Dogs | Wed., July 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | Free | Bring your leashed pup for live music, cocktails + Batter Up cookie dough — plus, a Greenville Humane Society will have a puppy for adoption on-site. 🐾 Ⓟ

Dish

  • Pizza Night & Pasta Night | Wed., July 21 | 5 p.m. | The Cook’s Station | Prices vary | Get a taste of Italy for pizza + pasta night.

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Thurs., July 22

ForKids

  • Let’s Go Fly A Kite | Thurs., July 22 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Legacy Park, 336 Rocky Slope Rd. | Free | Have a picnic and launch flying colors into the sky.

Biz

  • How to Build a Solid Digital Marketing Foundation | Thurs., July 22 | 1 p.m. | Virtual | Register here | Join Bryan Caplan, national speaker for Big Tech, as he guides you through the tips, tricks, and strategies used by Million Dollar Marketers every day to grow their brands.

TryThis

  • Genealogy Drop In | Thurs., July 22 | 4-5 p.m. | Virtual | Register here | Join a live virtual genealogy class via Zoom if you’re interested in learning more about tracing your family tree.
  • July Upick Event | Thurs., July 22 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Sassafras Flower Farm, 255 Alex Dr., Easley | $15+ | Pick zinnias, sunflowers, marigolds, and more while listening to The Well Drinkers, enjoying food from Resident Dogs, and drinking beer + wine from The Community Tap. 🌼

WaterCooler

  • Greenville Drive vs. Greensboro | Thurs., July 22 | 7:05-10:30 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | Grab your baseball hat, some popcorn, and watch the Greenville Drive take on Greensboro. ⚾

Watch

  • Moonlight Movies | Thurs., July 22 | Greer City Park | Free | Grab a blanket + watch How to Train Your Dragon 3 in the park with the family. 🎞️

Fri., July 23

TryThis

  • Beachin’ Fridays | Fri., July 23 | 7 p.m. | Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E Butler Rd. | Free | Summer vibes are back with live music from Dana Jones & the Bruce Caldwell Project. ⛱️
  • Greenville’s White Party | Fri., July 23 | 7:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. | Zen, 924 S. Main St. | 30+ | Join in on a night of music, dancing, and fashion (in all white) with all proceeds benefiting Make-A-Wish South Carolina.
  • Third Anniversary Dance Party | Fri., July 23 | 9-11 p.m. | Savereign, 1256 Pendleton St., Ste. B | Free entry | Celebrate this Village fav’s third anniversary with a dance party with Rögg Collins.

Art

  • Monstera Earrings | Fri., July 23 | 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Make Made Jewelry, 241 N Main St. | $75 | Learn how to make monstera earrings in this fun-filled make + sip class.

WaterCooler

  • Greenville Drive vs. Greensboro | Fri., July 23 | 7:05-10:30 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | It’s Aerospace night at the Drive so grab a ticket and watch the Greenville Drive take on Greensboro. ⚾

Listen

  • Greenville Heritage Main Street Friday | Fri., July 23 | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | NOMA Square | Free entry | Get ready to rock on Main Street with Soul Intent on your Friday evening. 🎤
  • Sam Riggs | Fri., July 23 | 8 p.m. | The Radio Room, 110 Poinsett Hwy | $20+ | Singer/songwriter Sam Riggs will be taking the stage at Radio Room.

Edu

  • 2021 SC EPSCoR State Conference | Fri., July 23 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Join an educational conference for professional development, expanding your network of collaborators and much more.

Sat., July 24

WaterCooler

  • Greenville Drive vs. Greensboro | Sat., July 24 | 7:05-10:30 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | Grab your baseball hat, some popcorn, and watch the Greenville Drive take on Greensboro.

Drink

  • Hoppin’ 1 Year Anniversary | Sat., July 24 | 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m. | Hoppin’ GVL, 118 North Markley St., Ste. 102 | Free | Hoppin’ made it a year + will have rooftop music, drinks, a cornhole tournament, and wine special. 🍺

TryThis

  • Plant Swap | Sat., July 24 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Aligned With Nature, 309 Pelham St., Greer | Free | Bring a plant (or anything plant related) to swap or pick up a new one. 🎍
  • llyn strong Grand Opening Celebration | Sat., July 24 | 4-8 p.m. | llyn strong fine jewelry, 1322 E. Washington St. | Free | Drop in for bubbles, nibbles, and live music from the Synergy Twins to celebrate the new location + transformation.
  • Something to Build On | Sat., July 24 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Ground Level Gallery, 31 Stevens St. | Free | In this collection of work, Elliot Lovegrove builds on used materials and old ideas, while also asking viewers to further the work through action of their own. 🎨 Ⓟ

Listen

  • Dirty Dead at Pour Taproom | Sat., July 24 | 8 p.m. | Pour Taproom, 7 Falls park Dr. | Free | Dirty Dead is returning to Greenville for a debut + some brews.

Active

  • Beatlete | Sat., July 24 | 10 a.m. | Urban Wren | $15 | Enjoy a fun, outdoor workout class with a live DJ.

Sun., July 25

WaterCooler

  • Greenville Drive versus Greensboro Grasshoppers | Sun., July 25 | 3:05 p.m. | Fluor Field at the West End | $9+ | It’s Minor League Baseball’s Major Fun Weekend — don’t miss the Clemson Rally Cats + let your kiddos run the bases after the game. ⚾

TryThis

  • Hymns and Hops | Sun., July 25 | 5-9 p.m. | Camperdown Plaza | Free entry | A gathering for drink, song, food, and fellowship.
  • Chunky Blanket Workshop | Sun., July 25 | 12-3 p.m. | Wine & Design, 1175 Woods Crossing, Ste. 1B | $75 | Knit your very own chunky, cozy blanket — no experience required.

FeaturedEvent

  • Purchase a CauseBar at Gather GVL | Sun., July 25 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Gather GVL, 26 Augusta St. | Free | Meals on Wheels of Greenville Young Professionals will be selling their delicious CauseBars for $10 a bar to raise money for Meals on Wheels of Greenville’s emergency meal kits, which provide their clients with shelf-stable meals to use when an emergency prevents standard delivery.

Mon., July 26

Dish

  • Stir Fry Cooking Class | Mon., July 26 | 6 p.m. | Cook’s Station | $55+ | Learn the basics of authentic Chinese stir fry in this hands-on class.
  • BBQ University | Mon., July 26-Thurs., July 29 | 12-4 p.m. | Truist Culinary & Hospitality Innovation Center, 556 Perry Ave., Ste. B114 | $259 | Learn the skills you need to master a variety of grilling techniques. 🥩

Cause

  • LGBTQ All Recovery Meeting | Mon., July 26 | 7 p.m. | Favor Greenville, 355 Woodruff Rd. #303 or Zoom | Register here | Join a meeting with other LGBTQ community members.

Tues., July 27

ForKids

Dish

Biz

  • How to Leverage LinkedIn for Lead Generation | Tues., July 27 | 1 p.m. | Virtual | Register here | Mike Corso will teach the art of building a list and utilizing LinkedIn to leverage your business.
  • The Power of Skilled Trades Summit | Tues., July 27 | 8:30-10:30 a.m. | Center for Manufacturing Innovation, 575 Millennium Blvd. | Registration required | Join a deep dive into the challenges and barriers to successful employment relationships during and after transition of military to civilian to incarceration to society,

Wed., July 28

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Thurs., July 29

TryThis

  • 80’s Prom | Thurs., July 29 | 7-10 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery | Free entry | It’s time to get down on the dance floor for a throwback prom night to benefit Carolina Dance Collaborative.🕺
  • In Conversation with Rick Mulkey | Thurs., July 29 | 5:30 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | Free | Poet Rick Mulkey will be talking about his new collection of poems — “All These Hungers.” 📚

ForKids

  • Lawn Game Night | Thurs., July 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Cleveland Park | Free | Play lawn games like cornhole, spikeball, and bocce ball. 🎯

Watch

  • Moonlight Movies | Thurs., July 29 | 7 p.m. | Greer City Park | Free | Grab a blanket + watch Abominable in the park with the family. 🍿

Drink

  • Teacher Appreciation Night | Thurs., July 29 | 4-9 p.m. | The Red Horse Inn, 45 Winstons Chase Ct., Landrum | Free entry (if purchasing a beverage) | With school starting back up again, The Red Horse Inn is showing its appreciation for our teachers with wine, food, views, and music. 🍷

Dish

  • Viva Pops @ Tetrad Brewing | Thurs., July 29 | 7-9 p.m. | Tetrad Brewing, 603 E. Stone Ave. | Free entry | Enjoy free Common Pops made with Signature Juices by Viva Chicken, which is opening two locations in GVL and collaborating with local establishments.

Biz

  • Local Search Engine Optimization Strategies | Thurs., July 29 | 1 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Learn some of the most important local SEO strategies you need to help your website rank higher on Google and other search engines. 💻

FeaturedEvent

  • Viva Pops @ Tetrad Brewing | Thurs., July 29 | 7-9 p.m. | Tetrad Brewing, 603 E Stone Ave. | Free | Enjoy free Common Pops made with Signature Juices by Viva Chicken, which is opening two locations in GVL and collaborating with local establishments.

Fri., July 30

Listen

  • Greenville Heritage Main Street Friday | Fri., July 30 | 5:30-9:30 p.m. | NOMA Square | Free entry | Get ready to rock on main street with Rock and Roll Reunion for your Friday evening.
  • Brooks Dixon Band | Fri., July 30 | 6 p.m. | 13 Stripes River Lodge, 1307 Old Easley Hwy. | Free | Enjoy live music from the Brooks Dixon Band.

TryThis

  • Beachin’ Fridays | Fri., July 30 | 7 p.m. | Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E Butler Rd. | Free | Summer vibes are back with live music from Band of Oz. ⛱️

Sat., July 31

Dish

  • Tomato Sandwich Taste Off | Sat., July 31 | 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Trailblazer Dr. | Tickets | Restaurants from across the Upstate will compete to earn the coveted Big Tomato award for the 7th annual taste off. 🍅
  • Le Diner en Blanc | Sat., July 31 | Time TBD | Location TBD | $43-$53 | Bring your own champagne or wine + join a very *secret* special posh pop-up picnic event at one of Greenville’s public spaces.
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