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Create, explore + celebrate art at Artisphere
Presented by Artisphere
From Artist Row to live music and hands-on exhibits, Artisphere brings the heart of creativity to downtown Greenville. | Photos provided by Artisphere
Get ready, Greenville.Artisphere presented by Prisma Health is back May 8-10 for a free, family-friendly weekend packed with creativity, music, and fun. Downtown streets will transform into an interactive playground celebrating art in every form.
What’s new this year?
Artist Row: Sponsored by GE Vernova and Huntington Bank, 140 artists were chosen from 1,060+ applicants. They showcase 17 artistic mediums from 34 states, including 47 first-time Artisphere participants.
Hands-on fun: Explore interactive exhibits and live demos, plus highlights like the “Hope Forward” community mural with Prisma Health led by Greenville native artist William Downs, and Fiercely Forward with Clemson University blending art, science, and tech.
Music for every taste: The Main Stage lineup spans genres from soul and jazz to indie rock, folk, and country — with artists from Greenville, Nashville, and as far as Hawaii. Check the Artisphere website for the full lineup.
Foodie finds: Two new vendors, White Wine and Butter and Califas, are joining the festival spread.
Artisphere isn’t just a festival — it’s a full weekend experience. Bring the whole family, meet incredible artists, discover new flavors, and dance to live tunes.
International Ballet’s “Coppélia” brings a whimsical finale to the season. | Photo provided by International Ballet
International Ballet wraps its 23rd season with “Coppélia” at the Peace Center’s Gunter Theatre Friday, May 1-Saturday, May 2.
This lighthearted story ballet follows Swanhilda, her fiancé Franz, and eccentric inventor Dr. Coppélius. Principal guest artists and upstate natives Logan Acker and Michael Agudelo of Ballet San Antonio lead the cast of 22 local dancers ages 14-18 who train and perform with International Ballet in Greenville. The sweetest part? Each child receives a free cake pop at intermission.
Starting this summer, public visits at Pretty Place Chapel will pause to prioritize camper safety and events. For 2026, the chapel will be closed May 22–Aug. 24. Weddings and private bookings will continue as scheduled.
Coming Soon
Raising Cane’s is one step closer to opening on Woodruff Road (across from Greenridge). The plans call for two drive-thru lanes and hours until 3 a.m., after a special exception permit to stay open late was approved by Greenville’s Board of Zoning Appeals. (WYFF 4)
Traffic
Do you have thoughts on local road safety? SCDOT is taking input through April 30 on proposed 2026 safety projects, including stretches of Pleasantburg, Wade Hampton, and Easley Bridge roads. Projects were ranked based on crash data and injury severity.
Sports
The Drive return home this week to face the Bowling Green Hot Rods in the first of five Reading All-Stars celebration games. The Reading All-Stars program, presented by Michelin, has inspired over 1.5 million Upstate students to love reading, earning them a complimentary ticket to Fluor Field. Gates open at 5:45 p.m., first pitch at 6:45 p.m. Snag tickets.*
Travel
Getting to the other Death Valley just got easier. Delta is adding nonstop flights from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Baton Rouge and New Orleans for the Sept. 5 Clemson-LSU matchup.
Eat
A World Cup of flavor is on tap with chefs Nico Abello, Dayna Lee, Carlos Baez, and Claudia Amezquita, who are serving up an eight-course, World Cup–inspired dinner on May 24 at Comal 864. Secure your seat.
Outdoors
Mountain High Outfitters will open its first Upstate store at BridgeWay Station this fall. Shop 160+ brands across the store’s 6,000 sqft of space. (Upstate Business Journal)
Real Estate
Muscadine Valley is now open in Inman, SC, featuring single-family homes starting in the $300s. The community will host its Grand Opening Weekend April 18-19, inviting guests to tour model homes, enjoy light refreshments, and explore available homesites.*
Environment
Earth Month is happening across SC, with two Columbia events bringing the community together around conservation. On April 21, Conservation Conversation at the Nickelodeon Theatre features statewide leaders sharing environmental efforts. On April 22, Conservation Night at Segra Park unites local organizations for a ballpark evening of baseball and awareness.*
Plan Ahead
Tickets are on sale now to see singer-songwriter Ani DiFranco at Asheville Yards on Saturday, May 2. Buy tickets to catch Ani’s Spirit Of Love Tour with special guest Valerie June.*
Shop
Nordstrom’s end of season saleis on. Save up to 50% off best-selling spring items, like Sanctuary’s top-rated The Perfect T-Shirt. Hurry — the sale ends tomorrow, April 15.*
This event is jam-packed with all things strawberry. Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery will kick off its Strawberry Fest festivities on Friday, April 24 at 10 a.m. and continue until 7:30 p.m.
This is one of my favorite times of the year at SRCG, with strawberry matcha, strawberry hand pies, and the strawberry chocolate cup (pictured above).
This No. 1 best-selling jelly tote bag that we’re low-key obsessed with for spring and summer. The tip-proof design keeps your tote upright, but it still folds flat to pack or store. It’s also waterproof, easy to clean, and carry-on approved — hello, beach vacay bag. Grab your favorite color (we like iridescent) and let the compliments pour in.
Do you want a sneak peek of Wine House’s new downtown location at The Daniel building? Snag your ticket to Wine House on Main’s Spring Social on Saturday, April 25. Not only do you get to be one of the first people in the new space, but you’ll also sip 25+ wines from around the world, curated for summer.
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