Boom! Upstate Parent July 2023 Calendar: Things to do for kids and parents

Chris Worthy
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Saturday, July 1

The TD Saturday Market is 8 a.m. – noon in downtown Greenville. For vendors, children’s events and more, visit saturdaymarketlive.com.

The South Carolina Sunflower Festival is at Denver Downs Farm in Anderson. Date-specific tickets are required. Tickets include access to 30+ farm attractions and games, vendor market, photo props, and 1 cut sunflower per adult ticket or child ticket to take home. For tickets and details, visit denverdownsfarm.com/sunflower-festival.

“Cinderella: Enchanted” is presented at 2 and 8 p.m. at Flat Rock Playhouse. This is a fresh take on a timeless classic, for children and adults. For tickets, visit flatrockplayhouse.org/cinderella.

Fountain Inn Fireworks Spectacular begins at 6 p.m. on Main Street. A free children’s area includes inflatable games, a foam party and more. For details, visit fountaininn.org/393/Fireworks-Spectacular.

Fireworks at Hartness in Greenville SC
Fireworks at Hartness in Greenville SC

Family, Fun and Fireworks Celebration is 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the Hartness Grand Lawn. The event includes food trucks, music and children’s activities. For details, visit hartnessliving.com/family-fun-fireworks.

Sunday, July 2

The South Carolina Sunflower Festival is at Denver Downs Farm in Anderson. Date-specific tickets are required. Tickets include access to 30+ farm attractions and games, vendor market, photo props, and 1 cut sunflower per adult ticket or child ticket to take home. For tickets and details, visit denverdownsfarm.com/sunflower-festival.

“Cinderella: Enchanted” is presented at 2 p.m. at Flat Rock Playhouse. This is a fresh take on a timeless classic, for children and adults. For tickets, visit flatrockplayhouse.org/cinderella.

Monday, July 3

Monday Movie: “High School Musical” is at 11 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Bring a friend for Friendship Bingo at 2:30 p.m. at the Cowpens Library. Materials available to the first 30 participants. Tickets for entry will be required to play and will be handed out at the door. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

A LEGO Block Party is at 4:30 p.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Ages 12 and younger. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Tuesday, July 4

Summer movies – “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” and “Clifford the Big Red Dog” are shown at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

The City of Spartanburg’s Red, White and Boom celebration is at Barnet Park. For details, visit cityofspartanburg.org/324/Red-White-Boom.

The city of Spartanburg's Red, White and Boom Fourth of July celebration took place on Sunday at Barnet Park. The event featured patriotic music performed by the Spartanburg Jazz Ensemble and a fireworks display. Triton Heard, 2, and his dad Ervin Heard, of Moore at the event.
The city of Spartanburg's Red, White and Boom Fourth of July celebration took place on Sunday at Barnet Park. The event featured patriotic music performed by the Spartanburg Jazz Ensemble and a fireworks display. Triton Heard, 2, and his dad Ervin Heard, of Moore at the event.

Clemson MBA Fireworks on the Fourth is 6 – 10 p.m. at Unity Park in Greenville. The event is free and includes live music and more. Visit greenvillesc.gov/2006/Clemson-MBA-Fireworks-on-the-Fourth.

Wednesday, July 5

Summer movies – “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” and “Clifford the Big Red Dog” are shown at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

A Teen K-Pop & K-Drama Party at 3 p.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. Ages 12 – 18. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Thursday, July 6

Maker Day: Chalk It Up for ages 5 – 11 is 9 a.m. – noon at TR Makers Co. For details and registration, visit trmakersco.org.

Watch “The Goonies” at 1 p.m. at the Chesnee Library. Ages 12 – 18. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

A STEM Structure Challenge is at 3 p.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. This activity is most suitable for the 6-12 age group and materials will be provided for the first 40 participants.. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Furman University’s Lakeside Concert is at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Visit furman.edu/academics/music/camps-conferences/music-by-the-lake.

Friday, July 7

Maker Day: Walk the Plank for ages 5 – 11 is 9 a.m. – noon at TR Makers Co. For details and registration, visit trmakersco.org.

Starry Nights and Laser Days of Summer programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. “Take Flight” is at 4:30 p.m., “Invaders of Mars” is at 6 p.m. and “Solar Superstorms” is at 7:30 p.m. Laser “Pink Floyd: The Wall” is at 9 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit ropermountain.org.

Saturday, July 8

The TD Saturday Market is 8 a.m. – noon in downtown Greenville. For vendors, children’s events and more, visit saturdaymarketlive.com.

The South Carolina Sunflower Festival is at Denver Downs Farm in Anderson. Date-specific tickets are required. Tickets include access to 30+ farm attractions and games, vendor market, photo props, and 1 cut sunflower per adult ticket or child ticket to take home. For tickets and details, visit denverdownsfarm.com/sunflower-festival.

Saturday Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Ages 5 and younger. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Toddler Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Upcountry History Museum. Explore the world of Eric Carle. For details and registration, visit upcountryhistory.org.

Sunday, July 9

The South Carolina Sunflower Festival is at Denver Downs Farm in Anderson. Date-specific tickets are required. Tickets include access to 30+ farm attractions and games, vendor market, photo props, and 1 cut sunflower per adult ticket or child ticket to take home. For tickets and details, visit denverdownsfarm.com/sunflower-festival.

Monday, July 10

Make bird masks at 2:30 p.m. at the Cowpens Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

A LEGO Block Party is at 4:30 p.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Ages 12 and younger. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Tuesday, July 11

Summer movies – “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and “The Paw Patrol” are shown at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Mini Makers: Tots on the Go for ages 2 – 5 is 9 – 10 a.m. at TR Makers Co. For details and registration, visit trmakersco.org.

Wednesday, July 12

Sing Along with Dr. Jean, a musical event with acclaimed singer, author, teacher, and creator of the favorite Tooty Ta, is at 10 a.m. at the Five Forks Library. Ages 3 – 7. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.

Summer movies – “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and “The Paw Patrol” are shown at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Puppet Show: “Three Billy Goats Gruff” is at 2 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Thursday, July 13

Maker Day: Galaxy Quest for ages 5 – 11 is 9 a.m. – noon at TR Makers Co. For details and registration, visit trmakersco.org.

Interactive Movie: “Moana” is at 10:30 a.m. at the Five Forks Library. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.

Moonlight Movies is at Greer City Park. For details, visit cityofgreer.org/740/Moonlight-Movies.

Furman University’s Lakeside Concert is at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Visit furman.edu/academics/music/camps-conferences/music-by-the-lake.

Friday, July 14

Maker Day: Knights, Castles and Dragons for ages 5 – 11 is 9 a.m. – noon at TR Makers Co. For details and registration, visit trmakersco.org.

Park Hop Play Date is 10 a.m. – noon at Mauldin City Center Park. For details, visit parkhop.org.

Family friendly hikes at Paris Mountain State Park in Greeville SC
Family friendly hikes at Paris Mountain State Park in Greeville SC

Join a Creek Ranger Hike at 10 a.m. Paris Mountain State Park. Take a nature walk with a ranger and wade into Mountain Creek. Using a park net, search for dragonfly nymphs and salamanders, plus many more animals that call Paris Mountain home. Water shoes are encouraged. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For fees, details, and registration, visit southcarolinaparks.com/products/10003610.

Starry Nights and Laser Days of Summer programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. “Take Flight” is at 4:30 p.m., “Invaders of Mars” is at 6 p.m. and “Solar Superstorms” is at 7:30 p.m. Laser “Rolling Stones” is at 9 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit ropermountain.org.

Saturday, July 15

The TD Saturday Market is 8 a.m. – noon in downtown Greenville. For vendors, children’s events and more, visit saturdaymarketlive.com.

Mini Makers: Tots on the Go for ages 2 – 5 is 9 – 10 a.m. at TR Makers Co. For details and registration, visit trmakersco.org.

Mommy and Me Art Club is at 10:30 a.m. at A Cut Above Maker Space in Spartanburg. Ages 18 months – 4 years. For cost, registration and details, visit acutabovemakerspace.com.

Make a tic-tac-toe game in a hands-on workshop at select Lowe’s stores. Register by July 14 at lowes.com/events/register/tic-tac-toe-grill-game.

Make Your Own Candy Dispenser – 1 – 3 p.m. at A Cut Above Maker Space in Spartanburg. Ages 6 and older. For cost, registration and details, visit acutabovemakerspace.com.

Watch “Paw Patrol: The Movie” at 2 p.m. at the Middle Tyger Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Monday, July 17

A LEGO Block Party is at 4:30 p.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Ages 12 and younger. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Tuesday, July 18

Toddler Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Upcountry History Museum. Explore the world of Eric Carle. For details and registration, visit upcountryhistory.org.

Summer movies – “The Bad Guys” and “Playing with Fire” are shown at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

An Art Party is at 7 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Learn about abstract art and unleash your inner artist by creating your own abstract painting. This activity is open to the first 24 participants and is most suitable for ages 6 – 12. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Wednesday, July 19

Summer movies – “The Bad Guys” and “Playing with Fire” are shown at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Oreo Explosion is at 2 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Taste test wacky Oreo flavors and brainstorm cookie combinations. This program is most suitable for ages 6 – 12. Materials available to the first 24 participants. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Thursday, July 20

Moonlight Movies is at Greer City Park. For details, visit cityofgreer.org/740/Moonlight-Movies.

Laser Days of Summer programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. Today’s shows are at 6, 7:30 and 9 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit ropermountain.org.

Furman University’s Lakeside Concert is at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Visit furman.edu/academics/music/camps-conferences/music-by-the-lake.

Friday, July 21

A Turtle Trail Naturalist Hike is at 10 a.m. at Paris Mountain State Park. Take a hike on the Turtle Trail with a ranger, practicing the skills of a naturalist. Ages 8 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For details, fees and registration, visit southcarolinaparks.com/products/10003852.

Laser Days of Summer programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. Today’s shows are at 4:30, 6, 7:30 and 9 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit ropermountain.org.

Saturday, July 22

The TD Saturday Market is 8 a.m. – noon in downtown Greenville. For vendors, children’s events and more, visit saturdaymarketlive.com.

SC Bricks Brick Con - A LEGO® Fan Event is 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Five Forks Library. Tickets are free and available at eventbrite.com/e/sc-bricks-brick-con-a-lego-fan-event-tickets-651236454767. F or more information, visit scbricks.com.

Saturday Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Ages 5 and younger. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Laser Days of Summer programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. Today’s shows are at 6, 7:30 and 9 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit ropermountain.org.

The 80th Birthday Party for Dr. Mac Arnold was held at the Anderson Civic Center on July 20, 2022. Mac Arnold takes the time to thank guests and the community.
The 80th Birthday Party for Dr. Mac Arnold was held at the Anderson Civic Center on July 20, 2022. Mac Arnold takes the time to thank guests and the community.

Tunes in the Park, featuring Mac Arnold, is at Greer City Park. For details, visit cityofgreer.org/172/Events.

Monday, July 24

Monday Movie: “Inside Out” is at 11 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

A LEGO Block Party is at 4:30 p.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Ages 12 and younger. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Tuesday, July 25

Mini Makers: Gizmos and Gadgets for ages 2 – 5 is 9 – 10 a.m. at TR Makers Co. For details and registration, visit trmakersco.org.

Summer movies – “Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank” and “Sing 2” are shown at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Preschool Paint Palooza is at 11 a.m. at the Landrum Library. Let your little one get messy and creative at this special paint class for children ages 2 – 6. Contact the Landrum Library to register. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Summer Reading Finale Pizza Party is at 4 p.m. at the Woodruff Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Wednesday, July 26

Summer movies – “Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank” and “Sing 2” are shown at select Regal theaters. See details at regmovies.com/static/en/us/smx.

Pizza Mania is at 2 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Taste pizzas from local pizzerias to determine the best pizza in town. This activity is open to the first 24 participants and is most suitable for ages 6 – 12. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Thursday, July 27

Maker Day: Super Hero for ages 5 – 11 is 9 a.m. – noon at TR Makers Co. For details and registration, visit trmakersco.org.

Summer Reading Wrap-Up: Indoor Pizza Picnic is 2 – 4 p.m. (drop in) at the Inman Library. Ages 6 – 12. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Zuber Petting Zoo is at 2 p.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Ages 12 and younger. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Summer Reading Finale: Family Fort Night is at 2 p.m. at the Middle Tyger Library. Ages 6 – 12. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Moonlight Movies is at Greer City Park. For details, visit cityofgreer.org/740/Moonlight-Movies.

Laser Days of Summer programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. Today’s shows are at 6, 7:30 and 9 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit ropermountain.org.

Furman University’s Lakeside Concert is at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Visit furman.edu/academics/music/camps-conferences/music-by-the-lake.

Friday, July 28

Maker Day: Thunder Lizards for ages 5 – 11 is 9 a.m. – noon at TR Makers Co. For details and registration, visit trmakersco.org.

Join a Creek Ranger Hike at 10 a.m. Paris Mountain State Park. Take a nature walk with a ranger and wade into Mountain Creek. Using a park net, search for dragonfly nymphs and salamanders, plus many more animals that call Paris Mountain home. Water shoes are encouraged. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For fees, details, and registration, visit southcarolinaparks.com/products/10003610.

Summer Reading Finale is at 10:30 a.m. at the Pacolet Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Laser Days of Summer programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. Today’s shows are at 4:30, 6, 7:30 and 9 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit ropermountain.org.

Salsa at Sunset is at Camperdown Plaza. For details, visit upstateinternational.org.

Saturday, July 29

The TD Saturday Market is 8 a.m. – noon in downtown Greenville. For vendors, children’s events and more, visit saturdaymarketlive.com.

Family Fun Day is 10 a.m. – noon at the Upcountry History Museum. Explore the world of Eric Carle. For details and registration, visit upcountryhistory.org.

Summer Reading Finale is at 1 p.m. at the Cowpens Library. The Cowpens Fire Department will be on site with their hoses, so dress to get wet. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Meet the author at 3 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Meet Lora Beth Johnson, YA sci-fi author of “Goddess in the Machine.” Hear her talk about the writing process, ask her questions and then get your books signed. The first 50 teens will receive a copy of “Goddess in the Machine” and a themed Book Box. For teens ages 12 – 18 or entering grades 7 – 12. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Laser Days of Summer programs are at Roper Mountain Science Center. Today’s shows are at 6, 7:30 and 9 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit ropermountain.org.

Harry Potter Trivia, presented by Greer Cultural Arts Council/Greer Children's Theatre, is at 7 p.m. at the Center for the Arts in Greer. The event includes a costume contest and more. Tickets are $18 each. For details and registration, visit showtix4u.com/event-details/74974.

Monday, July 31

Summer Reading Finale: Kindness Rocks is at 3 p.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. Celebrate the end of Summer Reading by painting kindness rocks together. This activity is most suitable for ages 6 – 12 and materials will be available to the first 50 participants. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

Teen Summer Reading Finale is at 4 p.m. at the Middle Tyger Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

A LEGO Block Party is at 4:30 p.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Ages 12 and younger. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.

This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Boom! Upstate Parent July Calendar: Things to do for kids and parents