Skins Hotdogs, Multiple locations

• Since 1946, Skins has been the Upstate’s go-to for a dog, stepping into Greenville in 2000.
• Pro tip: Try your dog with the secret recipe chili and a side of homemade coleslaw.

Rambo’s Hotdogs, Food cart

• Established in 2019, catch this hot dog cart around town, slingin’ Nathan’s all-beef franks.
• Pro tip: Follow Rambo’s on Facebook to know where to find them next.

Palmetto Fine Foods, 1209 Laurens Rd.

• This joint opened in 1959 serving “chilidogs” and has expanded its offerings (think: salads and Greek specialties like gyros) while keeping the staples.
• Pro tip: If you like your hot dogs deep fried, there’s a corndog on the kids menu.

F-Mart, 4268 Geer Hwy., Marietta

• A fan describes the hot dogs at the F-Mart as “out of this world.”
• Pro tip: If hot dogs aren’t your thing, another fan called the burgers the “best in the Upstate.”

Clock Drive-In, 1844 Wade Hampton Blvd., Greenville

• Scoundrel Owner and Chef Joe Cash tells us this is the one local menu he’s bringing to a deserted island, shouting out “the hot dog all the way with half-and-half or a double chili cheeseburger.”
• Pro tip: Order the onion rings.

Petee’s Drive In, 1785 White Horse Rd, Greenville

• Serving Greenville for 40+ years, this spot is also serving up breakfast classics if you’re looking to swing by earlier in the day.
• Pro tip: You can order online.

• “Meat and Greet” July 4th Cookout + Pitmaster Party | Thursday, July 4 | 12-7 p.m. | Fireforge Crafted Beer, 311 E. Washington St., Greenville | Free entry | Nosh on ribs, chicken wings, barbecue, and seafood while listening to live music.
• Red, White, and Gather | Thursday, July 4 | 1-6 p.m. | Gather Greenville, 126 Augusta St., Greenville | Free entry | Wear your most patriotic gear for a costume contest as you enjoy live music from the Synergy Twins.
• Clemson MBA Fireworks on the Fourth | Thursday, July 4 | 6-10 p.m. | Unity Park, 320 S. Hudson St., Greenville | Free entry | Come early, bring a blanket + picnic dinner, and spend your evening honoring our country.
• Lakeside Concert with Paintjam and JDew | Thursday, July 4 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Furman University Amphitheater, 3300 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | Free entry | The Lakeside concert band performs as speed painters Dan and Harvey Dunn create artistic masterpieces right before your eyes.
• Greenville Drive vs. Asheville Tourists | Thursday, July 4 | 6 p.m. | Fluor Field, 945 S. Main St., Greenville | Celebrate our independence during the Drive’s annual Military Appreciation Day game, feat. a street party on District 356, the annual hot dog eating contest, and post-game fireworks.*

• First Fridays Gallery Crawl | Friday, July 5 | 6-9 p.m. | Various locations, Greenville | Free | Navigate Greenville’s visual arts scene each month as galleries and venues are open to the public.
• 5th Of July - Celebration and Fireworks Show | Friday, July 5 | 6-11 p.m. | BridgeWay Station, 616 Bridgeway Blvd., Simpsonville | Free entry | If you didn’t get enough fireworks on the Fourth, BridgeWay is extending the party to the fifth.

• Urban Sketchers | Saturday, July 6 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Conestee Nature Preserve, 840 Mauldin Rd., Greenville | Free | Practice on-location drawing while meeting fellow architects, artists, and drawing enthusiasts.

• Are you headed to fireworks at Unity Park? Here’s a schedule of events + parking details. If you can’t find free parking in a nearby lot, free shuttles will be provided from paid garages downtown.

• One million. That’s how many trail users have registered on the trail counters along the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail, which the City of Greenville calls a “major milestone.” An estimated two million pedestrians and cyclists will use the trail by the end of 2024.

• Kid Rock, Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, Brantley Gilbert, Travis Tritt, and Big and Rich with Gretchen Wilson are among the artists taking the stage at the Rock the Country Music Festival at the Anderson County Sports and Entertainment Center on Friday, July 26 + Saturday, July 27. Save 25% on tickets now through Sunday, July 7 using the code “FOURTH.”

• Before you head out in your golf cart, do you know the rules of the road? Our friends at CHStoday broke down SC’s laws for golf carts + low-speed vehicles.

• Fireworks and celebrations can be fun for people, but scary for pets. Greenville County Animal Care has tips for keeping your animals safe during the celebrations today — including updating their identification tags, keeping them away from fireworks, and securing their environment. Following these tips can help put your mind at ease about leaving Fido behind while celebrating with fireworks at Unity Park.

• School’s out, but that doesn’t mean the learning has to stop. It’s never too early to teach your kids about budgeting money, so why not kick things off this summer? Start here.*

• Tired of hard water deposits + grime around your faucets? Simply soak a rag in distilled white vinegar, wrap it around the base of the faucet for a few hours, then use the same rag to wipe the area clean. Or, you could call Two Maids of Greenville at 864-626-3343 for help.*

• Yesterday, we told you that the City of Greenville received the USDOT RAISE Grant for the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail, but it was actually Greenville County. See the full list of recipients + learn more on USDOT’s site.

Clemson MBA Fireworks on the Fourth | Thursday, July 4

Independence Day Celebration with the Greenville Drive | Thursday, July 4

Bonus: Kids bike parade | Saturday, July 6