Kyle here. We’re officially in the throes of December and with it, festive holiday events.
Kick off the weekend with the lighting of downtown Greenville’s 30-ft Christmas tree at the Night of Lights this Friday before catching the Poinsettia Christmas Parade down Main Street on Saturday. Wrap your weekend with some local shopping at the Washington Street Holiday Market.
Here are nine events happening Friday, Dec. 2-Sunday, Dec. 4 :
Friday, Dec. 2
Night of Lights | Friday, Dec. 2 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Outside M. Judson Booksellers, 130 S. Main St., Greenville | Free | Watch Main Street light up while you rock around the City of Greenville’s 30-ft Christmas tree adorned with 25,550 LED lights, plus enjoy food trucks, vendors, live music, and Santa.
Briton Court Sample Sale | Friday, Dec. 2 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Greenville Country Club, 239 Byrd Blvd., Greenville | Free | Stock up on a new wardrobe at this sample sale featuring up to 80% off retail and gifts with purchases.
Indie Craft Parade Holiday Pop-Up Shop | Friday, Dec. 2-Sunday, Dec. 4 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Makers Collective, 2909 Old Buncombe Rd., Greenville | Free | Shop a mix of handmade art, home goods, jewelry, and children’s items from 25+ makers.
Saturday, Dec. 3
Poinsettia Christmas Parade | Saturday, Dec. 3 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Main Street, Downtown Greenville | Free | Find your spot on Main Street to catch this year’s lineup of holiday floats and activities.
Santa’s Little Christmas Rave | Saturday, Dec. 3 | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. | Southernside Brewing Co., 25 Delano Dr., Greenville | Free entry | Sip on seasonal cocktails + craft brews among floor to ceiling holiday decor.
Furman Army ROTC presents Rudoph’s Ruck and Toy Drive | Saturday, Dec. 3 | 8:30-10:30 a.m. | Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail entrance at Furman Lake, 3300 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | Free | The cadets of the Paladin Battalion will host a ruck march and toy drive — run a 5K or 10K and bring a new toy for patients at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital.
Sunday, Dec. 4
Greenville Designer Jewelry Show | Sunday, Dec. 4 | 12-5 p.m. | Greenville Center for Creative Arts, 101 Abney St., Greenville | Free | The inaugural Greenville Designer Jewelry Show features 19 professional jewelry makers from SC and NC.
Washington Street Holiday Market by Village Launch and Modal | Sunday, Dec. 4 | 2-6 p.m. | Swanson’s Warehouse, 12 N. Irvine St., Greenville | Free | This holiday market will feature Village Launch vendors, live music, and local sips and bites from Sum Bar, Fireforge Crafted Beer, and Hester General Store.
Carolina Youth Symphony Holiday Concert | Sunday, Dec. 4 | 3-4 p.m. | McAlister Auditorium, 3300 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | Free | Listen to the sounds of the symphony, concert and repertory orchestras performing works by Anderson, Bizet, Mannheim Steamroller, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and more.
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Planning a getaway? Check out Atlanta, GA, a historic city with world-class arts, eats, and experiences.
Why go? The Georgia Aquarium — the largest aquarium in the country and among the largest in the world — is an awe-inspiring spot that’s perfect for the entire family.
Act like a local: Eat your way along Buford Highway, making sure to enjoy the pillowy, budget-friendly Dim Sum at Dim Sum Heaven.
Where to stay: This charming home that’s within walking distance to the Atlanta Zoo and the BeltLine.
Bonus message from our partner: If you’re looking to book this trip, Scott’s Cheap Flights offers all the affordable flight hacks from your home airport. Sign up here.*
The perfect gift doesn’t exi — meet our local makers gift guide. Browse unique, handmade gifts crafted right here in Greenville by sellers on Etsy. We’re talking high-quality leather wallets, a Christmas village mantelpiece, and watercolor travel kits. Get shopping. 🎁
Wellness
It’s officially December. The key to keeping your spirits up and avoiding seasonal affective disorder this time of year? Sunlight. Magic up more sunshineindoors with a light therapy lamp. This glare-free mood light is height and angle adjustable, while this subtly designed lamp lets you adjust light warmth and brightness. ☀️*
Pets
A holiday gift your pet (or your friend’s pet) will love: a monthly BarkBox filled with treatsand toys, all customized to your pup. There’s even monthly themes — we can’t wait to see what cuteness the December box will bring. 👀*
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