Here are nine events happening Friday, Feb. 17-Sunday, Feb. 19
EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
Laissez les bons temps rouler. It’s officially Mardi Gras weekend, and Greenville has no shortage of events to celebrate leading up to Fat Tuesday (Tuesday, Feb. 21) — from a masquerade party to a Sunday brunch. ⚜️
Here are nine events happening Friday, Feb. 17-Sunday, Feb. 19:
Friday, Feb. 17
Mardi Gras Masquerade Party | Friday, Feb. 17 | 7:30-11:30 p.m. | The L, Larkin’s Catering & Events, 211 E. Broad St., Ste. B, Greenville | $25-$325 | Be transported to Bourbon Street and the spirit of Mardi Gras in your best mask for this party featuring a DJ, Nola-inspired apps, Hurricanes and a cash bar, and special entertainment.
Reedy Reels Film Festival | Friday, Feb. 17-Sunday, Feb. 19 | 5-10 p.m. | South Carolina Children’s Theatre, 153 August St., Greenville | $0-$180 | See 59 films by independent filmmakers at this eighth annual film festival.
Switch-A-Roos Children’s Consignment Sale | Friday, Feb. 17-Sunday, Feb. 19 | Times vary | Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr., Greenville | Free entry | Shop children’s clothing, shoes, accessories, baby equipment, toys, and maternity clothing at this semi-annual consignment sale.
Saturday, Feb. 18
Mardi Gras Party | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 2-4 p.m. | Fiction Addiction, 1175 Woods Crossing Rd., Greenville | $0-$5 | Stop into this Upstate bookstore for Nola-style cocktails made by local author Sam Slaughter, writer of “Are You Afraid of Dark Rum? And Other Cocktails for 90’s Kids” and receive free beads.
The Planets | Saturday, Feb. 18-Sunday, Feb. 19 | Times vary | Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville | $20-$85 | Explore the music of “The Planets” by Gustav Holst paired with NASA visuals and hear from Maestro Edvard Tchivzhel and Maggie Connelly, a Planetarium Specialist from Roper Mountain Science Center.
The Great Futures Masquerade Ball | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 6-10 p.m. | Kroc Center Ballroom, 424 Westfield St., Greenville | $50 | Dress to impress for this formal Mardi Gras themed event with hors d’oeuvres, dancing, and a choice selection of silent auction items — free childcare will be provided.
Sunday, Feb. 19
Mardi Gras Mambo | Sunday, Feb. 19 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | 1105 W Bramlett Rd., 1105 W Bramlett Rd., Greenville | $49.99 | Feast on an all you can eat brunch prepared White Wine & Butter’s Chef Michael Sibert featuring cajun classics like Jambalaya and beignets plus groove live music from The Reedy River Jazz Band.
Synergy Twins | Sunday, Feb. 19 | 2 p.m. | Tetrad Brewing Co., 603 E. Stone Ave., Greenville | Free entry| Sip on craft beer and jam to electric violin covers on the patio.
What Is Noise | Sunday, Feb. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Sigal Music Museum, 516 Buncombe St., Greenville | $5-$20 | This award-winning ensemble is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is passionate about building community through music.
This former Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty listing boasts our dream garden in full bloom. | Photo by Ben Ivins Photography
We Greenvillians know that spring starts somewhere between today and when the first tulip blooms — not exactly March 20. 🌷
Here’s what we’re looking forward to this season:
🍻 Downtown Alive and Main Street Fridays — starting March 16 + March 17
🏀 Women’s basketball — The Well hosts the SEC tournament and the Regional Finals of the NCAA Tournament
🧹 Spring cleaning, naturally — March is a great time to start deep cleaning indoors and make any exterior repairs if your home is headed for market*
We weren’t beading around the bush when we said Greenville had no shortage of Mardi Gras events, we were serious. Here’s our list of 11+ Greenville spots with plenty of Big Easy flair to spare, from traditional desserts and cocktails to tunes. ⚜️
Watch
Tickets are still available for the Reedy Reels Film Festival, which kicks of tomorrow night with an opening reception. Check out the lineup of 59 films you’ll see on the big screen at the South Carolina Children’s Theatre. 🎬
Arts
We love a photo op, and Greenville has two new murals (plus, a third coming soon): One in Camperdown Plaza, one at Goodwill (115 Haywood Rd.), and one to come at ReCraft (525 Haywood Rd.). Get a look and learn about each. 📸
GREAT ESCAPES
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Great Escapes: Our guide to Palm Springs, CA
Check out that skyline. | Photo by 6AM City
From feeling like a movie star on vacation to its incredible weather, activities, and food — a vacation in Palm Springs has it all.
Food: Head to Tac/Quila and pair a Jalisco Mule (tequila, lime and watermelon juices, simple syrup, ginger beer, and mint) with the Stuffed Guerito Peppers, made with chorizo, oaxaca cheese, and chipotle mayo.
Outdoors: Hike through Joshua Tree National Park where you can explore the beauty of the desert’s flora and fauna.
Bonus message from our partner: If you’re looking to book this trip, Going offers all the affordable flight hacks from your home airport. Sign up here.*
SHOP
Number
55°. That’s the optimal temperature for storing wine. So unless you enjoy keeping your humble abode chilled year round, we recommend buying a wine fridge to foster favorable conditions for long-term aging. Our pick: this sleek wine fridge with touch-panel control and capacity for 24 bottles. Cheers. 🍷 *
Sports
Super Bowl weekend may be over, but NBA All-Star Weekend kicks off Friday, Feb. 17. See the lineup of events — like tomorrow’s All-Star Celebrity Game and Sunday’s 72nd NBA All-Star Game — and get your hands on the limited edition All-Star merch before it sells out. 🏀 *
Travel
Dreaming of a tropical summer vacation? Us too. We’re eyeing this romantic villa with pristine views in Costa Rica and this charming beachfront cottage in St. Kitts. Or maybe we’ll splurge on a trip to Tahiti and stay in this beach house with a private pool. 🏝️ *
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