Are you brave enough to take a New Year’s plunge? | Photo by @comet_me_bros
Ring in 2026 with a First Day Hike at Paris Mountain State Park tomorrow, Jan. 1. The annual New Year’s Day tradition invites visitors to start the year outdoors with a guided hike, earning them a commemorative sticker while supplies last — or, if you’d rather swim, scroll to The Wrap.
Two Greenville bars are closing before 2026: self-serve bar Hoppin’ in the West End and brewery Carolina Bauernhaus in The Village. Click on each business name to read the closing message.
Announced
Endeavor will also close after nearly 10 years, with its last day of business on Friday, Feb. 27. The coworking space located in ONE City Plaza cited lease and market realities, thanking its team, members, and community for bringing its mission to life.
List
If you’re looking for last-minute New Year’s plans, we’ve got you covered. Find our full list of festivities happening tonight in our Plan Ahead.
Number
2,500. That’s about how many potholes Greenville’s Asphalt Repair Crew patches each year — often within 24 hours of being reported. The team drives mapped routes daily to catch problem spots before they worsen. To report one, call or text 864-232-CARE or email cares@greenvillesc.gov with the nearest address or intersection.
Active
Sleep in tomorrow, and then start 2026 at the New Year’s Day Champagne 5K at BridgeWay Station. The noon start includes champagne at the finish for the ultimate cheers to the new year.
Featured Deal
Now is the perfect time to join the YMCA of Greenville. Through the end of January, new members can enjoy a $0 joining fee and access everything needed to prioritize health and well-being. Members also receive discounts on family programs. Join at any YMCA of Greenville branch or online.*
Fun Fact
Did you know GVLtoday has dozens of sister newsletters across the US? Each one delivers local news, restaurant picks, and hidden gems just like we do. Next time you’re headed out of town, find your destination’s newsletter and explore our recs to plan your trip.
Trivia
Calling all historians, APUSH students, and know-it-alls. Have you put your knowledge of US trivia to the test by taking our dang-near-impossible quiz? Go ahead and try to get a perfect score, we dare you.
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Wellness
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The Buy
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Brave the cold at the Paris Plunge on New Year’s Day tomorrow at Paris Mountain State Park. Participants jump into Lake Placid to support Friends of Paris Mountain, with prizes for best costume and warm treats after your dip.
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