Week of Dec. 1 - 8
Saturday | December 1
MustDo: City of Greenville Poinsettia Christmas Parade | 6 p.m. | Main Street (Augusta to North) | Welcome in the holidays with over 75 musical marching units, elaborately decorated floats, + Santa Claus
Shop: Greenville Holiday Market | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Coldwell Banker Caine | Fun vendor shopping + giftaways, + bring can goods to donate to a local Greenville food bank (Santa will also be there so be sure to get a photo)
- Holiday Fair | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Greenville Convention Center | The annual Holiday Fair kicks off the Christmas shopping season in the Upstate; the Holiday Village is for crafters + the Christmas Bazaar is for commercial/retailers
- Holiday Flea | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery | Local food artisans, craftspeople, artists, + vintage sellers help you get your Christmas shopping done
ForKids: Family Fun Day | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Upcountry History Museum | $9/adults, $8/seniors, $7/children (3 + under FREE) | Celebrate the holidays Peanuts-style with Merry Christmas Charlie Brown, games + crafts, + meet Snoopy
- Safari Santa | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Greenville Zoo | Enjoy the zoo + get your photo taken with Santa (First 100 kids to have their photos taken receive a free cookie + milk)
WaterCooler: Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Atlanta Gladiators | 7:30 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $8-$20 |
Ticket: Best Christmas Pageant Ever | through Dec. 9th | Peace Center | $19/child,
Holiday: Santa Deliveries | Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays through December + Christmas Eve | Molly and Myles Ice Cream | $35 | Get two pints of ice cream + four Christmas tree cones delivered to your door by Santa himself | Reserve at mollyandmylesgreenville@gmail.com
Cause: World AIDS Day Art Show + Sale | 4 - 7 p.m. | Indigo Flow and Art Studio | Free | Art show + sale benefiting AID Upstate, with hors-d’oeuvres, beer, wine, + beverages
Dish: Vegan Brunch | 11 a.m. | The Community Tap | We Got the Beets is back with a second brunch service at The Community Tap, with a non-killer brunch menu + beermosas + mimosas
Sunday | December 2
Cause: 33rd Annual Christmas Toy Run | 12 - 3:30 p.m. | Greenville Shrine Club | Bring toys for infants through teenagers + watch the parade led by Parker Fire District + escorted by Greenville County Sheriff deputies + other law enforcement agencies
TryThis: Cosplay Workshop | 3 - 5:30 p.m. | JOANN Fabric and Craft Store | Hosted by Upstate SC Cosplay, this cosplay workshop features a tutorial by EdenAnarchy Costuming. Bring your sewing machine, wig, prop, or cosplay in progress
- Skating on the Big Ice | 1 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $6 - $8, $3/skate rental | Enjoy ice skating on the big ice with friends + family | Get a free skate rental when you donate canned goods or a case of water
Shop: GVL Punk Flea Market III: High Noon | 12 - 4 p.m. | Radio Room | Free | Vendors, artisans, + lovers of all things underground with vintage clothes, toys, art, taxidermy, jewelry, video games, comic books, vinyl records, VHS, memorabilia, + much more
- Edwardian Holiday | 1 - 5 p.m. | Carolina Music Museum | Tickets | Imagine the Christmas decorations as it would have been in the latter half of the 19th century with brisk smell of forest pines, wreaths, mistletoe, candles, + music while you shop in our themed gift shop
Holiday: Simpsonville Annual Christmas Parade | 3 - 5 p.m. | Downtown Simpsonville | See Santa + the many floats, decorated vehicles, + performance groups
Monday | December 3
ForKids: Dinner with Santa | 5:30 - 8 p.m. | Chick-fil-A Woodruff Road | Free | Santa is coming to town (Davey Morgan, a local professional photographer, will be taking pictures)
TryThis: Page Pairings | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | $30 | A book-inspired wine tasting where the qualities of each wine get paired with books that share the same spirit
Talk: Greenville During WWII at the Augusta Road Branch | 7 - 8 p.m. | Greenville County Library System - Augusta Road | Durham Hunt of the South Carolina Room presents Greenville during World War II through historic photos | Email augustaroad@greenvillelibrary.org to register
PlanAhead: A Child’s Haven Annual Benefit Breakfast | December 7 | Embassy Suites Verdae | $50 | The Benefit Breakfast raises funds for A Child’s Haven as they share their mission with the community + recognize key volunteers + supporters | Guest speaker Dick Wilkerson will speak on the economic impact of investing in early childhood programs
Tuesday | December 4
Ticket: Hamilton | Now through Dec. 16th | The Peace Center | Tickets
Network: GVL Hustle Christmas Party | 6 - 10 p.m. | Encore Gastrolounge | Tickets | Open bar of beer + wine, appetizers, Christmas cheer, + the chance to network with others
ForKids: UHM Kids Book Club | 3:30 - 5 p.m. | Upcountry History Museum | Tickets | Join Jack + Annie in their Magic Tree House adventures + games, crafts, + hands-on activities
Talk: TEDxWomen LiveStream 2018 | 6 - 9 p.m. | Coffee Underground | Admission: Make a Coffee Underground purchase | TEDWomen is celebrating how women are showing up to face challenges head on, all while empowering each other to shape the future
Wednesday | December 5
Workshop: VentureSouth: The Summit | Now through Dec. 6 | Greenville ONE + Venture Carolina Pitch Lab | Free/members | Two days full of workshops, investor meetings, keynote speakers, + trainings
Holiday: Baby Ornament Workshop | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | 1631 E North St | $12 | Expecting moms or new moms or friends of moms, join us as Jocie Pots helps you create baby’s first ornament just in time for the holiday
Laugh: Krish Mohan’s Empathy on Sale | 8 - 10 p.m. | Coffee Underground | $5/online, $10/door | Stone Grown Comedy presents Empathy On Sale as a nationally touring comedian, Krish Mohan, explores bubble culture + the current divide in today’s political climate with his sharp wit, storytelling + comedy
Thursday | December 6
MustDo: Greenville Fashion Week | Now through Dec. 8 | TBA | Tickets | Greenville Fashion Week is powered by The SOCIETY + is the best touring Fashion Experience that is transforming the industry with the leading fashion designers, entertainment, + production all under one roof
Listen: A Very Merry Christmas | 8 p.m. | Bob Jones University | $14-$16 | Choral artistry + symphonic glory combine in a joyful celebration of the season with the BJU Symphony Orchestra, choirs, + soloists
Ticket: Christmas on the Rocks | through Dec. 23rd | The Warehouse Theatre | $35 | All your favorite children from the Christmas classics including Charlie Brown, Tiny Tim, Ralphie, + more, are now grown up + getting a little drunk as they catch us up
- Laughing All the Way | through Dec. 22nd | Centre Stage | $25+ | Saturday Night Live meets Lawrence Welk meets The Carol Burnett Show, bringing audiences the ultimate feel-good Christmas variety show
- It’s a Wonderful Life | through Dec. 16th | Greenville Little Theatre | Tickets | Relive the heartwarming + uniquely American holiday story of George Bailey, Mary, Mr. Potter, + the citizens of Bedford Falls as they face the trials + joys of life
Art: Holiday Art Show & Silent Auction | 7 - 9 p.m. | Greenville Center for Creative Arts | Free | Proceeds from the auction will directly benefit Living Bread + support the programs that provide much needed mental health + nutrition counseling services for individuals with eating disorders
Holiday: Holidays at Hartness | 6 - 8 p.m. | Hartness Greenville | The community is invited to the tree lighting celebration on the iconic Grand Lawn + a gourmet food truck, live entertainment, cookie decorating, holiday beverages, + a visit from Santa
Cause: Painted Elephant Auction | Dec. 6 - 7 | Instagram Auction | Six local artists (including Joseph Bradley, Meredith Piper, + Annie Koelle) have all painted elephants handmade by rescued slaves in India | All money raised will fund a well-drilling project in India through Greer-based Water of Life
Friday | December 7
Cause: A Child’s Haven Annual Benefit Breakfast | 7 - 8:30 a.m. | Embassy Suites Verdae | $50 | The Benefit Breakfast raises funds for A Child’s Haven as they share their mission with the community + recognize key volunteers + supporters | Guest speaker Dick Wilkerson will speak on the economic impact of investing in early childhood programs
Ticket: Trans-Siberian Orchestra | 8 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | Tickets | Hallmark Channel presents The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: The Best of Trans-Siberian Orchestra + more
Holiday: Christmas in Greer Tree Lighting | 5 - 8 p.m. | Greer City Park | Holiday craft stations, inflatables, visit from Santa, live performances + more
TryThis: Macaron Workshop | 6:30 - 9 p.m. | Le Petit Croissant | $55 | Chef Vincent Caradonna will teach you everything about macarons + help you make your own custom macarons + filling from scratch | Register at 864-520-1555 or visit the shop
ForKids: Parents Night Out - Polar Express | 6 p.m. (again on Dec. 8) | KidsZone Drop-In Hourly Childcare | Tickets | A Polar Express themed night where kids get to create their own hot cocoa cup, play Polar Express bingo + candy cane hunt, ending the night with a showing of the film Polar Express | Kids wear their pjs + get $3 off
Shop: Holiday Sip & Shop | 4 - 7 p.m. | Bevello | Drinks, shopping, + fun with complimentary gift wrapping from Paisley & Paper
Saturday | December 8
Holiday: Travelers Rest Annual Christmas Parade | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Main Street Travelers Rest
Shop: 2nd Annual Holiday at the Hamptons | through Dec. 9 | Birds Fly South Ale Project | Holiday market featuring local makers + artisans, special beers, live music, + more
ForKids: S’more Stories with Santa | 4 - 5:30 p.m. | Molly and Myles Ice Cream | $10 | S’mores, stories, photos, hot cocoa + activities | Reserve your spot at mollyandmylesgreenville@gmail.com
Drink: 2nd Annual Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl | 2 - 10 p.m. | Main Street Bars | $17 | Don your ugly sweater or holiday wear + find exclusive drink specials at your favorite bars as Greenville welcomes in the holidays | Registration party at Gringos + the night ends with an afterparty at Vine Nightclub
Dance: Silent Disco | 9 - 11:30 p.m. | Mountain Goat | $8 | Everyone gets their own headphones with volume + station control so you + all your friends can dance to your beats | Pre-purchase by Dec. 3 + your ticket includes a High Life, Modelo, or coffee drink
TryThis: Sip, Sample, and Shop | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Kilwins Greenville | Drop in + enjoy complimentary Dark Chocolate Hot Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Bark, + Peppermint Fudge while you shop for the perfect gifts
Week of Dec. 9 - 15
Sunday | December 9
Dish: Brunch with Santa | 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Sawmill at North Main | Tickets | Larkin’s annual Brunch with Santa transforms Sawmill into the North Pole with winter decorations, a full brunch buffet, pictures with Santa, + reindeer food-making station for kids
- Soby’s Santa Brunch | 10:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Soby’s New South Cuisine | Treat yourself to a delicious brunch while the kids share their lists with Santa | Bring your camera to capture the moments
Watch: Sunday Movie Night: Gremlins (PG) | 6 p.m. | Birds Fly South Ale Project | Free | Grab your beanbag chairs or picnic blankets for the weekly brewery movie night
ForKids: Pictures with Santa | 1 - 3 p.m. | Blackstream Christie’s International North Main Street | Free | Get your photo taken with Santa + enjoy free hot cocoa + coffee from Coffee Underground
Monday | December 10
TryThis: Chunky Hand Knitting Throw Workshop | 7 p.m. | Sweet Sippin’ | 103 West Curtis St. | Learn how to hand knit your own soft, fuzzy throw blanket
PlanAhead: Meet a GHS Recruiter | Thursday, Dec. 13 | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. | various locations | free | Explore a career at GHS. All locations are looking for RNs with 1+ years of experience. Ⓟ
12th Annual Santa Pub Crawl | Saturday, Dec. 15 | Downtown Greenville | 5:30 p.m. - midnight | $20 donation | Grab your tackiest sweater and get ready to pub crawl for a good cause. All proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels of Greenville. Ⓟ
Tuesday | December 11
ForKids: All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth | through Dec. 15th | Greenville Little Theatre | A delightful comedy for children ages 3-13; the story of lively second-grader Lucy Lesprit, who loses her two front teeth right before she is set to whistle in the school talent show
Art: String Art | 7 - 9 p.m. | Quest Brewing Company | $32+ | An evening of crafts + drafts as you will learn how to make your own unique piece of string wall art
TryThis: Songwriter’s Circle | 7 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | Free | Hear music + talk inspiration as M. Judson welcomes Donna Kay + Monty Craig of the Carousers, Jillian Sprague, + Sloan Smith
Wednesday | December 12
Drink: 12th Annual Santa Pub Crawl | 5:30 p.m. - 12 a.m. | Main Street Downtown | $20 | Dress up as Santa or a tacky Christmas sweater or any other Christmassy attire + raise money for a good cause (All proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels)
Art: Painting with a Purpose | 7 - 9 p.m. | Painting with a Twist | $35 | Painting + partying while raising money for Children’s ADDvocacy of South Carolina
Thursday | December 13
WaterCooler: Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Florida Everblades | 7 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $8-$20 |
Holiday: Tacky Sweater Party | 6 - 8 p.m. | The Commerce Club | Free/members, $15/non-member guests | Throw on your tacky Christmas sweater + enjoy a night of drinks, light hors-d’oeuvres, + holiday cheer | Call 864-232-5600 to register
- 2018 CREW Upstate and ULI Holiday Party | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Cherry Bekaert | Register
Friday | December 14
Art: Cocktail + Art Crawl | 5 - 7 p.m. | The Village of West Greenville | Enjoy holiday cocktails + shopping as you crawl through the Village of West Greenville’s Art and Light Gallery, Flat Iron Building, + 547 Perry Art Studios
WaterCooler: Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Florida Everblades | 7:30 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $8-$20 |
Listen: Brother Oliver | 8 p.m. | SIP Whiskey & Wine Bar | Take a journey with psychic folk duo Brother Oliver as they perform a special hometown set in downtown Greenville
Holiday: Nightmare Christmas Haunted Attraction | through Dec. 23rd | Nightmare Dungeon Haunted Attraction | $25 | Enjoy a horrifying holiday twist as Santa + his evil elves have taken over the Cabin in the Woods
Saturday | December 15
ForKids: S’more Stories with Santa | 4 - 5:30 p.m. | Molly and Myles Ice Cream | $10 | S’mores, stories, photos, hot cocoa + activities | Reserve your spot at mollyandmylesgreenville@gmail.com
- Happy Feet Competition Dance Tryouts | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Nicholtown Community Center | Competition dance program for kids 9 - 16 with intermediate to advanced dance experience in several dance styles | Call 864-467-4330
Shop: Holiday Flea Round Two | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery | Local food artisans, craftspeople, artists, vintage sellers, + live music from the Travis Smith Project while you get your Christmas shopping done
Ticket: Greenville Ballet - The Nutcracker | 3 p.m. | McAlister Auditorium | $22+ | Presented by the Greenville Ballet School and Company, the Nutcracker Ballet is based on the story by E.T.A. Hoffman
Drink: Heat Wave: July in Christmas Party | 12 - 9 p.m. | Birds Fly South Ale Project | Come say Aloha to Christmas in your beautiful ugly Hawaiian garb + your tackiest swimsuit for a Heat Wave bash complete with tropical drinks, tunes, + vibes
Holiday: Music and Mulled Wine | 7 - 8:30 p.m. | Carolina Music Museum | Move through the museum with your mulled wine + hear the Christmas music as you mingle with friends old + new
Art: Art & Light Gallery Pop-Up | 10 - 4 p.m. | Art & Light Gallery | KUCA Home, Marijanna Mijacevic, + Keiko Kamata will be selling bespoke textiles, as well as wooden trays by Keiko Kamata
Week of Dec. 16 - 22
Sunday | December 16
Watch: Sunday Movie Night: Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (R) | 6 p.m. | Birds Fly South Ale Project | Free | Grab your beanbag chairs or picnic blankets for the weekly brewery movie night
Holiday: Peace Light Welcome Ceremony | 2 p.m. | Earle St. Church Baptist Fellowship Hall | Read about the tradition of the Peace Light + join Boy Scouts of America Troop 30 as they welcome the Peace Light to Greenville
Listen: Dimension, Culture Shock, 1991 | 2 p.m. - 2 a.m. | The Firmament | $20 |
- Cozy Concert: Brother Oliver | 2 - 4 p.m. | Brewery 85 | The Cozy Concert Series is an indoor performances series in which Brewery 85 hosts local musicians | Brother Oliver is a South Carolina-based musical performance project by two brothers who deliver folk-rock/psych rock high energy performances
Monday | December 17
Dish: Southern Saint Beer Pairing Dinner | 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. | The Farehouse | Taylors Mill, 250 Mill St. | $50 | A winter menu featuring four Southern dishes, each paired with a beer from 13 Stripes Brewery. See the menu here (and try not to drool).
Meet: Farmer Appreciation Night | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery | Meet the farmers who keep the cafe stocked with fresh produce, butcher meat, local goods + more. 🥕
Art: Paint Your Pet | 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. | The Unleashed Dog Bar | $55 | Registration required | Painting with a Twist will help you paint your pup | BYOB + bring your pup to play while you paint
ForKids: PJ Story Time| 7 – 7:45 p.m. | M. Judson Booksellers | $5 | Bring the little ones in their pajamas to hear Christmas classics like ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas + The Polar Express.
Holiday: Member Holiday Gala | 6 - 8 p.m. | Commerce Club | Reservations required, RSVP 864-232-5600 | Wear your holiday best + enjoy a beautiful evening at the Club with entertainment, Chef Doliget’s cuisine, + complimentary bar
Tuesday | December 18
Holiday: Christmas with the Chorale: Handel’s Messiah | 7:30 p.m. | Furman University - McAlister Auditorium | $30/adults, $15/students | Handel’s Messiah thrills audiences every time, especially the exhilarating “Hallelujah Chorus.”
Ticket: A Christmas Carol on Air | 7 p.m. | Centre Stage | $50 | Be transported back to the 1940s in America, the golden age of radio, to experience featured holiday musical performances from the era, + the beloved tale of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
ForKids: Milk and Cookies | Salvation Army Kroc Center | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. | $15.50/child, $7.50/adult | Dress up in your coziest pajamas + hear an animated reading of two Christmas classics: “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” + “The Polar Express” | Enjoy some milk + cookies + climb aboard The Polar Express
Dance: 80’s Christmas Dance | 7 - 10:30 p.m. | Greenville Swing | $3 | Intermediate lesson at 7 p.m., beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., with the dance beginning at 8 p.m. | Ugly Christmas sweaters encouraged
Wednesday | December 19
Create: Skillpop: Wood Burning Ornaments | 6:30 - 8 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery | $30 | Tabathia Smith of The Adorned Fox teaches the wood burning process and techniques, so you’ll have one more sweet ornament on your tree before Christmas.
Ornament Painting with Charla | 7 - 9 p.m. | Growler Haus Village of West GVL | $10 includes a beer + supplies | Flex those painting skills, or just enjoy an evening of holiday cheer and brews.
Cause: Home Fur the Holidays | Pickup Dec. 19 - 22, dropoff any time after Dec. 27 | Greenville County Animal Care | If you can foster an animal in need for at least six days, pick up an animal starting today to give a home for the holidays.
Thursday | December 20
Ticket: Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band | 7:30 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | Tickets
Dish: Roll-In Cuban Food Truck | 5 - 8 p.m. | Fireforge Crafted Beer | Try the authentic Cuban food truck’s dishes, like Miami Cuban sandwich and empanadas.
Celebrate: The Christmas Party | 6 - 11 p.m. | Revel | Live music, food, beer, wine + cocktails, with donations at the door for Safe Harbor.
Create: Skillpop: Watercolor Poinsettia | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery | $35 | A festive last-minute Christmas gift?
Friday | December 21
Ticket: The Nutcracker | Through Dec. 23rd | Peace Center Concert Hall | $18-$62 | See the beloved classic performed by the International Ballet + accompanied by the Greenville Symphony Orchestra
Listen: Live@Aloft with Sly Sparrow | 9 p.m. | Aloft Greenville’s WXYZ Bar | Free
Shop: Holiday Pop-Up Bazaar | 8 - 11 p.m. | The Kava Konnection | Donna of Divine Inhale and Tarah of TarahBelle Jewelry Designs will be selling handcrafted jewelry, gemstones + more
Celebrate: Winter Solstice Party + Beer Release | 2 - 10 p.m. | Fireforge Crafted Beer | Take photos with Santa, make s’mores, and try the new beer Griffin, a winter warmer with persimmons, vanilla beans, cinnamon and nutmeg.
Saturday | December 22
ForKids: S’more Stories with Santa | 4 - 5:30 p.m. | Molly and Myles Ice Cream | $10 | S’mores, stories, photos, hot cocoa + activities | Reserve your spot at mollyandmylesgreenville@gmail.com
WaterCooler: Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. South Carolina Stingrays | 7 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $8-$20 |
Shop: The Toasty Farmer Winter Market | Saturdays through Mar. 9th | The Toasty Farmer | Get your shopping fix in the offseason with farmers + artisans offering the finest in pastured meats, eggs, veggies, cheeses, pottery, soaps, body, candles, honey, desserts, + more
Listen: Framing Hanley and Shallow Side | 8 p.m. | The Firmament | $20 |
Watch: McArathon XIV: Firtreen | 12 p.m. - Dec. 23 p.m. | Birds Fly South Ale Project | 14th annual McArathon, featuring 24 straight hours of bizarre Christmas films, TV specials, all starring sentient trees
Holiday: Christmas Party | 6 p.m. - 1 a.m. | At the Depot | 1702 Rutherford Rd. | Get ready for the holidays at a cozy hole-in-the-wall spot; bring a dish to share and celebrate.
Week of Dec. 23 - 29
Sunday | December 23
TryThis: Skating on the Big Ice | 1 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $6-$8, $3/skate rental | Enjoy ice skating on the big ice with friends + family | Get a free skate rental when you donate canned goods or a case of water
Monday | December 24
TryThis: Skating on the Big Ice | 1 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $6-$8, $3/skate rental | Enjoy ice skating on the big ice with friends + family | Get a free skate rental when you donate canned goods or a case of water
Tuesday | December 25
Merry Christmas!
Thursday | December 27
ForKids: Greenville Parks and Recreation Holiday Break Camp | Dec. 27 + 28 | 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Sears Recreation Center | The days will be packed full of games, crafts, music, + more
Workshop: Community of Practice: Cafe Owner/Barista Workshop | 9 a.m. - Dec. 28 4 p.m. | Ally Coffee | $385 | For owners, managers, + lead baristas to learn/review advanced brewing + barista + tasting skills, with pointed discussions
Friday | December 28
WaterCooler: Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Florida Everblades | 7 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $8-$30 |
Holiday: Christmas in Dixie - Stan Clardy | 6 - 9 p.m. | Museum & Library of Confederate History | Free | Join Terry Grissop at 6 for children’s stories + songs, with Stan Clardy at 7 for a live concert of period seasonal music
ForKids: Parents Night Out - Kids’ New Year’s Party | 6 p.m. (also on 29th) | KidsZone Drop-In Hourly Childcare | Tickets | This week’s theme is Kids’ New Year’s Party: kids will create popsicle stick shakers, play New Years Bingo, + create Cupcake Liner Fireworks
Laugh: Donnell Rawlings Special Event | through Dec. 30 | Comedy Zone | $20+ | Ashy Larry from Comedy Central’s Chappelle’s Show, the 70’s jheri curled “Beautiful,” + numerous other characters he’s played
Listen: Live@Aloft with Kelly Jo + Buffaloe | 9 p.m. | Aloft Greenville’s WXYZ Bar | Free
Saturday | December 29
WaterCooler: Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Florida Everblades | 7 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $8-$30 |
Listen: The Grateful Brothers with The Orange Constant | 8 p.m. | The Firmament | $5
| Tribute to The Grateful Dead’s famous Europe ‘72 live album + The Allman Brothers Live at Filmore East masterpiece, as well as The Orange Constant opening the show
Week of Dec. 30
Sunday | December 30
TryThis: Skating on the Big Ice | 1 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $6-$8, $3/skate rental | Enjoy ice skating on the big ice with friends + family | Get a free skate rental when you donate canned goods or a case of water
Monday | December 31
NewYearsEve: New Year’s Eve 2019 Southern Gala | 8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. | Hilton Greenville | $100+ | Celebrate the New Year + support the National Alliance of Mental Illness Greenville | General admission features parking, red carpet reception with photography, heavy hors d’oeuvres, full open bars, dance party, + champagne toast at midnight
- New Year New Fashion | 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. | The Venue at Falls Park | $100/individual, $180/couple | Party with designers, models, photographers, hair + makeup artists while enjoying a fashion show of amazing New Year looks
- Cabernet & Confetti New Year’s Eve | 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. | SIP Whiskey & Wine | $50/individual, $90/couple | Count down the last hours of 2018 with friends + family while enjoying heavy hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, + a champagne toast at midnight
- All Access NYE 2K19 | 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. | The Firmament | Tickets | Enjoy music powered by DJ Tay + special guest DJ Money Machine with Cash
- Craft & Barrel New Years Eve Bash | 7 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. | Craft & Barrel | $10-$30 | Rock in the New Year with live music from Randomonium | Enjoy an appetizer buffet until 10 p.m. + champagne toast at midnight
- New Year’s Eve Shaken, Not Stirred | 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. | Ink N Ivy Greenville & Vine Nightclub | Two dance floors, exclusive martini + champagne bars, hors d’oeuvres, light night buffet, + champagne toast at midnight
