A ride through the fall foliage is always a good idea. | Photo by Upstate Outdoor Adventurer
Fall is just days away, and to help you take full advantage of the festive season, we’ve compiled our Greenville fall bucket list with 10 must-do activities:
“Gutenberg! The Musical!” is coming to Greenville(!)
Presented by The Warehouse Theatre
Jillian Hall and Shelli Delgado are Deb and Bev in “Gutenberg! The Musical!” | Photo by Will Crooks
We know what you’re thinking: “Another musical about printing press inventor Johan Gutenberg?”
We kid, because this show is one of a kind. Written by the Tony-nominated team behind “Beetlejuice,” it’s a madcap comedy that manages to be sweet, featuring two tour-de-force performers, plenty of platonic love, and lots of trucker hats.
Bonus: There is a special “celebrity” guest appearance every night of the show, opening tomorrow at The Warehouse Theatre.
Greenville Triumph and Greenville Liberty founder Joe Erwin has stepped down as chairman, but will remain an owner and board member. Erwin launched the Triumph in 2018 and Liberty in 2022, helping shape Greenville’s soccer scene. The move comes ahead of the clubs’ 2026 stadium opening at Bridgeway Station.
Civic
Want to peek behind the scenes of Greenville’s buses? Applications are open for Greenlink’s 2025 Citizens Transit Academy — a free, six-week program covering operations, safety, planning, and a facility tour. Apply by this Friday, Sept. 19.
Active
Ready to stroll? The City of Greenville hosts a free Walking Club every Monday + Thursday from 7 to 8 a.m. Parents, active adults, and anyone craving fresh air and conversation are welcome to join at Unity Park.
Outdoors
If rolling is more your style, every Tuesday from 9 to 11 a.m., join a relaxed community ride through Greenville’s neighborhoods starting at Legacy Park. All ages and skill levels are welcome — helmets required.
Community
Coming soon to a park near you — the City of Greenville teased these new neighborhood friends that will be popping up soon.
Watch
Lights, camera, Greenville? Film companies and colleges are eyeing the Upstate as the state’s next production hub. With incentives, community support, and Clemson’s growing film program, experts say Greenville has the right mix of locations and talent. Read more from The Post and Courier Greenville.
Plan Ahead
Grab your water bottles and lace up your sneakers. The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is on Saturday, Oct. 4, at Fluor Field. Walk two miles to help raise money for vital research to fund groundbreaking treatments. Register for free.
Cause
Topsoil Kitchen & Market is teaming up with Furman’s Shi Institute for a “Three Sisters Dinner” on Wednesday, Oct. 29. The $140 harvest meal highlights corn, beans, and squash grown at Furman Farm, with proceeds benefiting sustainable agriculture education. Get tickets. (Greenville Journal)
Festival
Greenville Country Music Fest launched its Rising Star Contest, giving local artists a shot to perform at the festival on Friday, Oct. 24 and Saturday, Oct. 25. Four finalists will hit the GVL Second Stage, with one winner earning the GVL Golden Plaque and spots at both the Greenville and Carolina Country Music Fests in 2026. (The Post and Courier Greenville)
Featured Deal
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Announced
Meet: GVLtoday’s Best. From pet-friendly places to fitness centers, we’re asking for your insight on the top-tier spots GVL has to offer. Nominate your favorite businesses now through Friday, Oct. 3.
Job
Ready to kickstart your career in digital media sales remotely? We’re looking for a Sales Coordinator to fuel our fast-paced sales team, with a competitive salary, premium benefits, unlimited PTO, and real growth opportunities to boot. Apply to join our team.
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Plan Ahead
Are you gingerbready for it?
How many Greenville Easter eggs can you spot? | Photo by GVLtoday
We may have started this newsletter talking about fall, but we’re looking even further ahead to the holiday season.
The Residence Inn/SpringHill Suites in Downtown Greenville is once again hosting the Greenville Gingerbread Exhibit, and organizers are looking for 50 talented bakers to bring the magic to life. Whether you’re a seasoned pastry chef, a weekend hobbyist, or a budding junior baker, this is your chance to showcase your creativity in cookie and candy form.
This year’s competition offers three categories:
Professional
Amateur
Junior Baker — new for 2025
Applications are due by Oct. 31, and the whimsical creations will be on display from Dec. 3 to Dec. 25.
The Buy
ASTR the Label’s scarf tie sleeveless sweater, newly added to Nordstrom. Look effortlessly put together as you go from morning meetings to after-work drinks in a top that perfectly transitions from summer to fall.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
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