07.03.2023

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Your guide to Unity Park fireworks

What you need to know about Fourth of July fireworks at Unity Park

Mayor Knox White calls it a “new Greenville tradition.” | Video by The City of Greenville

Happy almost Independence Day, GVL. Tuesday, July 4, is shaping up to be a busy day downtown, so here’s what you need to know before you head out for Clemson MBA Fireworks on the Fourth at Unity Park.

Parking

If you’re headed to Unity Park, you can park for free in the city lots surrounding Unity Park. Tabernacle Baptist Church + The Kroc Center, across from the park, will offer paid parking.

GVL_Unity_Park_Trolley_Map_Fireworks_July2023 — Plan to ride the free Greenlink Trolley if you park downtown. | Map via The City of Greenville

Downtown parking garages will operate with a $5 special event rate + there are two ways to get to Unity Park:

Free Greenlink Trolleys will shuttle you to Unity Park.
You may walk via the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail, however the trail will be closed temporarily after the fireworks show so Greenville Fire can clear the area of fireworks debris. Note: Pets, roller skates, skateboards, bikes, and other forms of personal transportation are not allowed due to security and safety restrictions.

As you’re making parking plans, keep in mind there’s also a sold out Greenville Drive game at Fluor Field. Pro tip: Use the city’s interactive parking map to help you find a spot.

Schedule

Make note of these important times:

4 p.m. | Greenlink Trolley shuttles begin service from downtown to Unity Park.
6 p.m. | The Company Band takes the stage.
7:30 p.m. | The 246 Army Band will perform, beginning with the Honor Guard and National Anthem.
9:30 p.m. | Fireworks
10:30 p.m. | Greenlink Shuttles resume service back downtown from Unity Park.

Food

Bring your own food to picnic at the park — blankets, chairs, and coolers are allowed, but leave your tents and umbrellas at home. (Note: This is an alcohol-free event.)

Local food trucks will also line Mayberry Street. Click the button below for the full list of vendors.

Plan your Fourth feast

Events

Monday, July 3

Red, White & Blue Skate & Run | Monday, July 3 | 6-7 p.m. | The Community Tap Trailside, 147 Welborn St, Greenville | Free | As Trailside Trotters and Trailside Blazers combine for the holiday week, wear your red, white, and blue to hit the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail.
Greenville Vegan Chef Challenge | Monday, July 3-Monday, July 31 | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | Multiple locations | Menu prices vary | All month long, indulge in new vegan options at restaurants across Greenville.

Tuesday, July 4

Fourth of July Celebration | Tuesday, July 4 | 2-11 p.m. | Hoppin’ GVL, Greenville | Free entry | Sip on drink specials and listen to live music while you wait for Greenville’s fireworks display, which can be viewed from the rooftop.

Wednesday, July 5

Greenville Drive Baseball vs Rome | Wednesday, July 5 | 7:05 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 South Main St., Greenville | $9-$20 | Cheer on the Drive during their holiday week homestand against the Braves.

Thursday, July 6

First Friday | Friday, July 7 | 6-9 p.m. | Locations vary | Free | Navigate Greenville’s visual arts scene each month as galleries and venues are open to the public.

More Independence Day events

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News Notes

Open

Anonymous Burgers is now open in Greer’s Cartwright Food Hall, serving smash burgers, salads, and other American-style fare in the former Empanada Shack booth.

Drink

Kung Fu Tea opened its second Greenville location, serving bubble teas, milk teas and slushees at 233 N. Main St., No. 11 (the former Sweetberry Bowls location near Menkoi Noodle House). You can also get a taste at Kung Fu Tea’s Haywood Road location. (Upstate Business Journal)

List

“Romance and relaxation” are on the menu in Greenville according to US News and World Report, which named our city “One of the 34 Best Couples Vacations,” lauding the ambiance at the AC Hotel + CAMP. We’d say we’re in good company, considering we’re listed among destinations like Paris, Turks and Caicos, Cancun, and Napa Valley.

Featured

HGTV highlighted 20+ things to do in Greenville in its new travel guide. From M. Judson Booksellers to Scoundrel to Southernside Brewing Co., explore the suggestions.

Eat

Having family over for the Fourth? Pro tip: This hearty, flavorful breakfast recipe comes together in a flash and feeds a crowd. Just add coffee (or mimosas).*

Drink Up

Cheers to the Red, White, and Blue

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Sip and celebrate America. | Photo by Rick Erwin’s Greer

All month long, we’re celebrating beverages and beverage makers in our community with our annual Drink Up campaign.

Up first: We’re highlighting Rick Erwin’s Greer’s “Stars & Stripes Cocktail,” which landed on Forbes’ list “25 Perfect 4th of July Cocktails.”

With PAMA pomegranate liqueur on the bottom, Tito’s and cream of coconut in the middle, and topped with Tito’s and blue curacao, you can sip on this festively layered cocktail.

Click the button below to explore the full list.

Cheers

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Danielle

From the editor

I agree the AC Hotel is a perfect spot for some romance, seeing as I chose to get married there. One of my favorite memories was getting to watch fireworks coming from Fluor Field during our rooftop reception. I wonder if a bride will experience the same magic tomorrow night during Fourth of July at the ballpark.

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