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2025 Clemson Blood Bowl | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Clemson University | Show your pride and save lives — plus, donors score an exclusive sweatshirt (while supplies last).*
Culinary Institute of the Carolinas Open House | 9-11 a.m. | Greenville Technical College - Northwest Campus, 8109 White Horse Rd. | Free | Turn your passion for cooking into a career with the help of expert chef instructors and access to high-tech kitchens, baking and pastry labs, and fine dining and banquet spaces.*
“An American in Paris” | Saturday, Nov. 22-Sunday, Nov. 23 | Times vary | Peace Center | $25+
Friday, Dec. 5
The Nutcracker | Friday, Dec. 5-Sunday, Dec. 7 | Times vary | Peace Center | $29.70+ | Get your tickets now for International Ballet’s spectacular production of The Nutcracker, December 5–7 at the Peace Concert Hall with live music by the Greenville Symphony Orchestra.*
“Holiday at Peace” is presented by United Community Bank. | Photo by Jeremy Flemming
Have you been to “Holiday at Peace” yet? If so, you know it’s a festive gem in Greenville’s holiday season landscape.If not, you’ve just found yourself a new Christmastime tradition.
Back this year at the Peace Concert Hall on December 12-13 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 14 at 2 p.m., it’s perfect for ages seven and up.
This year’s program sparkles with talent, like:
Michael Maliakel, fresh off a historic three-year run as “Aladdin” on Broadway
Lissa de Guzman, known for playing Elphaba in the national tour of “Wicked”
Olivia Donalson, star of the hit Broadway musical “Six”
Michael McCrary and the Michael McCrary Vibe Dancers
The Mauldin High School Drumline
Tickets start at $27.50 and are available now. Snag yours — or order some as an early gift — and get ready to experience some serious holiday magic.
The state-of-the-art campus will serve ~1,300 students. | Renderings by Moody Nolan
Number
$60 million. That’s how much Legacy Early College plans to invest in a new 55-acre campus on West Marion Road in Berea, replacing its West Washington Street and Bramlett Road campuses. Construction begins in March 2026 with plans to open in fall 2027, replacing its West Washington Street and Bramlett Road campuses. (Greenville Journal)
Opening
The Peace Center will open the Coach Music Factory — a two-story, standing-room-only music venue inside the renovated historic Roe Coach Factory — in early 2026. The club-style space will host genres from rock to R&B, with opening acts announced for early next year. Scroll to The Wrap to find out who. (Greenville Journal)
Development
Mauldin City Council voted 4-3 to rezone 33 total acres near Fork Shoals and Ashmore Bridge roads for Cottage Green, a multifamily community with up to 527 units, including cottages, duplexes, and garden-style apartments. (Greenville Journal)
Announced
Weird Al is bringing his Bigger & Weirder 2026 Tour to Bon Secours Wellness Arena on Saturday, May 30. Expect a full multimedia show, an eight-piece band, and special guest Puddles Pity Party. Want in early? Presale signups are open now on Weird Al’s website.
Today Is
Opening day for United Community Bank Ice on Main. The downtown tradition returns to Village Green by City Hall with an opening ceremony today at 4 p.m. Before you hit the ice to show off your triple axel,here’s what you need to know.
Quoted
“Fact: you’re not going to want to cook the morning after Thanksgiving.” That’s what Swamp Rabbit Cafe says about its holiday preorders — including cinnamon rolls — which close this Friday at 5 p.m. See our full list featuring other local spots with turkey and fixins to-go.
Pro Tip
Is your small business ready for the holiday rush? Huntington National Bank offers tailored financial solutions and expert advice to help boost sales in-store and online. Start preparing today to enjoy your best holiday season yet. Learn more.*
Home
Your home equity is yours. With Unison’s Equity Sharing Agreement, you can turn it into cash without monthly payments or interest. Use the funds to renovate, travel, pay off debt, or invest in your future.*
Finance
Tired of missing credit card payments? You can now schedule them straight from your checking or savings account (think: set it and forget it). This new feature is available in the Greenville Federal Credit Union online and mobile banking platforms.*
Travel
Flying out of Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport this holiday season? Avoid the travel rush by packing smart, reserving airport parking ahead of time, and arriving at least two hours before departure. Less stress, more smooth travels from GSP. Learn more.*
Featured Home
Experience “like-new” living without the wait. This single-story home offers 9-foot ceilings, an open floor plan, and a fully fenced backyard. Located near everyday conveniences with access to neighborhood pools, playground, and amenities — modern comfort in one of Greenville’s fastest-growing areas.*
Shop
Meet DUER jeans — aka the world’s most comfortable pants. Each pair blends classic denim with 360-degree stretch, moisture-wicking fibers, and antibacterial treatment. DUER jeans are made to move, not constrict, dig in, or pinch. Explore the collection.*
Health
Worried about hearing clearly at upcoming holiday gatherings? Try this best-selling hearing aid with dual processors for outstanding speech clarity. See if you qualify for the 45-day no-risk trial + experience effortless hearing for the holidays.*
Seasonal
Got something big happening this winter? From new menus to limited-time promos, make sure your message lands in front of our thousands of highly engaged local subscribers. Get started on our business promo portal with zero long-term contract.
Travel
Travel
Catch a show, explore the arts in Columbia, SC
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Perfect for couples or solo travelers, Columbia’s arts scene promises memorable experiences. | Photos provided by Columbia Museum of Art, South Carolina State Museum, and Experience Columbia SC
Columbia, SC offers a vibrant mix of cultural experiences for visitors seeking something unique:
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Tickets to the first shows announced at Coach Music Factory go on sale this Friday, Nov. 21:
G. Love & Spacial Sauce | Saturday, Feb. 7 | 8 p.m. | This American hip-hop blues band is known for its distinctive fusion of hip-hop, blues, funk, and soul.
The Lone Bellow | Friday, March 27 | 8 p.m. | Since their acclaimed 2013 debut, this group has appeared on “The Tonight Show,” “Austin City Limits,” and “The Late Show,” topped Americana charts, and headlined storied venues from Carnegie Hall to the Ryman Auditorium.
The Infamous Stringdusters | Sunday, April 26 | 8 p.m. | This Grammy Award-winning bluegrass quintet has recently emerged as proprietors behind their newly found independent record label, Americana Vibes.
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