It’s hard to believe 2026 is just around the corner. Now is the time to make plans to celebrate on New Year’s Eve. We’re here to help with 35+ ways to ring in the new year with your friends and family.
Noon Year’s Eve | 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | The Children’s Museum of the Upstate | $5+ | DJ PreK is leading the dance party in the morning with a giant balloon drop when the clock strikes noon.
Around the World NYE at The Pub | 5 p.m. | The Pub for What Ales You | Free entry | Celebrate hourly ball drops with mini toasts and international cuisine.
“Stranger Things” New Year’s Watch Party | Wednesday, Dec. 31 | 7-11:30 p.m. | Social Latitude | $35+ | Get ready to say goodbye to Hawkins and 2025 all at once.
Après-Ski Party | Wednesday, Dec. 31 | 9 p.m. | Camino Wine Merchant | $80 | Grab your festive attire for a late-night dance party, or click the button below for details about the LolaCeli pop-up dinner happening earlier.
NYE at the AC | Wednesday, Dec. 31 | 9 p.m. | AC Hotel | $210+ | Your ticket includes a top-shelf open bar, and a chef-prepared menu with three unique experiences under one roof.
adidas Employee Store Holiday Open House | Thursday, Dec. 18-Friday, Jan. 2 | Times vary | adidas Employee Store | Free | For a limited time, you can enjoy exclusive employee pricing — up to 50% off — on the latest styles, shoes, and gear for everyone on your gift list (open to the public, no reservation or pass needed).*
December Promotion | 6 a.m. | TBC Locations, Piedmont | Free | Let’s sleigh this season — donate blood, unwrap a holiday sweatshirt + $30 in TBC Rewards this weekend.*
Greenville Christmas Market | Thursday, Dec. 18-Sunday, Dec. 28 | Times vary | Grand Bohemian Lodge | Free entry
Holidays at the Zoo | Thursday, Dec. 18-Saturday, Jan. 3 | 4-8 p.m. | Greenville Zoo | $9+
Nights of Lights | Thursday, Dec. 18-Wednesday, Dec. 31 | Times vary | CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park, Simpsonville | $12+
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The City of Greenville is planning a road diet for Townes Street between Elford Street and Park Avenue. The project will add a protected two-way bike lane, 20+ parking spaces, and safety upgrades. Work could start this spring, last about two months, and cost roughly $200,000. (Greenville Journal)
Ranked
No. 13. That’s where Greenville ranked on Reader’s Digest’s list of the “16 Best Places to Travel in 2026 for Memory-Making Adventures,” joining international destinations like Brussels, Milan, Seoul, and Kenya, among others.
List
Speaking of accolades, Greenville is among four SC cities — along with Summerville, Beaufort, and Mount Pleasant — that are finalists for Parade Magazine’s America’s Favorite Small Towns. Voters can help decide the winner.
Sports
The Greenville Triumph hired Dave Dixon as its next head coach, bringing ~30 years of experience. Dixon will lead the club as it prepares to move into GE Vernova Park, the new stadium under construction at BridgeWay Station.
Legacy
The Greenville Drive announced that Frank White, the oldest living former Greenville Black Spinners player, died. White was honored at the inaugural Black Spinners Celebration Game in 2022, and he also played for the Kansas City Monarchs during his career.
Travel
Flying from GSP for the holidays? Stay prepared for the holiday rush by packing smart, pre-booking your airport parking to save money + hassle, and arriving at least two hours before your scheduled departure. Less stress, more travel from GSP. For more details, explore our GSP Airport guide.*
Biz
Los Angeles-based City National Bank opened a new Downtown Greenville office in the 1 North Main building, expanding its commercial banking presence in the Carolinas. It now employs ~120 people across its Greenville and Charlotte locations, serving middle-market businesses across the Southeast. (Upstate Business Journal)
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If you’re a Costco shopper, you know about the $1.50 hot dog. But are you in on these other 10 lesser-known hacks all Costco shoppers should know about? We’re talking deals on everything from travel to tires.*
A 2026 planner to keep track of your events, to-dos, goals, and more. We love this best-selling weekly option that includes 12 months of monthly and weekly pages for easy planning + scheduling. Or, opt for this flower-adorned daily planner with monthly tabs, metal cover protectors, and a page for expense tracking.
I had a wonderful time surprising my mom with her Christmas gift last night at Books over Drinks. We had a chance to hear from Kristine Eckart, the author of “Meet Me at Luke’s,” an illustrated guide to my mom’s favorite show, “Gilmore Girls.”
If you’re shopping for someone who loves books, I included M. Judson events as a local pick in our gift guide, and you don’t have to worry if it’s too late to ship in time.
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