December 2022 events calendar and things to do in Greenville and the Upstate
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Thursday, Dec. 1
LEO Santa, a holiday toy drive conducted by off-duty law enforcement officers and firefighters, is 6 a.m. Dec. 1 – 10 a.m. Dec. 2 at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Drop off unwrapped, newly purchased toys curbside outside of the GSP International Airport Box Office at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. The event coincides with two Greenville Swamp Rabbits home games, and officers will be on hand for live demonstrations. It is hosted by the Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Audacy, and police and fire agencies throughout Greenville County. Fill patrol cars with gifts for children in need. For details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Neighborhood Night is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Upcountry History Museum. Admission is free and will include story times for younger visitors and limited book giveaways for children. For details, visit upcountryhistory.org.
Defenders For Children's Miracle Bash is 5:30 – 9 p.m. at Southernside Brewery. The fundraiser event includes music, face painting, and more. For tickets, visit southernsidebrewing.com/events-%26-music.
The Mauldin Tree Lighting is at 6 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center Amphitheater. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
“Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” is at 8 p.m. at Centre Stage. For tickets, visit centrestage.org/miracle-on-34th-street.
“A Charlie Brown Christmas” is presented at Flat Rock Playhouse’s Leiman Mainstage. Tickets are $20 – $33 each. For tickets, call 828-693-0731 or visit flatrockplayhouse.org.
Friday, Dec. 2
“The Polar Express” Party for ages 12 and younger is at 10:30 a.m. at the Hughes Main Library. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
The Spartanburg Youth Theatre presents “Annie Jr.” at 4:30 p.m. at the Chapman Cultural Center. For tickets, visit spartanburgyouththeatre.com/upcomingproduction or call 864-582-ARTS (2787).
The Pendleton Christmas Market is 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. on the Village Green in Pendleton. For details, visit pendletonchristmas.com.
Night of Lights is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. on Main Street in Greenville. The tree lighting is 6:15 – 6:30 p.m. For details, visit events.greenvillesc.gov/1571/Holiday-Happenings.
Christmas at Heritage Park is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. For details, visit facebook.com/events/1810212412676249.
Silent Disco is at the Wyche Pavilion at the Peace Center. For details, visit peacecenter.org/events.
“Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville” is presented by Carolina Ballet Theatre at 7 p.m. at the Peace Center. For details, visit peacecenter.org/events.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” is presented at 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets, visit scchildrenstheatre.org/rodgers-and-hammersteins-cinderella.
The Pickens Christmas Parade is at 7 p.m. on Main Street. For details, visit facebook.com/events/1270409877045141.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
“A Christmas Carol” is presented by Mauldin Theatre Company at 7:30 p.m. at Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
“Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” is at 8 p.m. at Centre Stage. For tickets, visit centrestage.org/miracle-on-34th-street.
“A Charlie Brown Christmas” is presented at Flat Rock Playhouse’s Leiman Mainstage. Tickets are $20 – $33 each. For tickets, call 828-693-0731 or visit flatrockplayhouse.org.
Saturday, Dec. 3
The Holiday Flea is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Swamp Rabbit Café. Shop with local artisans. For details, visit swamprabbitcafe.com/event.
Miracle at Southernside Holiday Family Fest is 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. at Southernside Brewery. The event includes face painting, juggling elves, magic, children’s entertainment and more. Visit southernsidebrewing.com/events-%26-music.
A Cookies with Santa Party is 1 – 3 p.m. at Fiction Addiction. For tickets, visit
eventbrite.com/e/cookies-with-santa-kids-holiday-party-tickets-449623605307.
The Spartanburg Youth Theatre presents “Annie Jr.” at 2 and 6 p.m. at the Chapman Cultural Center. For tickets, visit spartanburgyouththeatre.com/upcomingproduction or call 864-582-ARTS (2787).
The Mauldin Christmas Parade is at 2 p.m. For details, visit mauldinchamber.org.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” is presented at 2 and 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets, visit scchildrenstheatre.org/rodgers-and-hammersteins-cinderella.
“Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville” is presented by Carolina Ballet Theatre at 2 and 7 p.m. at the Peace Center. For details, visit peacecenter.org/events.
The Pendleton Christmas Market is 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. on the Village Green in Pendleton. For details, visit pendletonchristmas.com.
Christmas at Heritage Park is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. For details, visit facebook.com/events/1810212412676249.
The Poinsettia Christmas Parade is at 6 p.m. on Main Street in Greenville. For details, visit events.greenvillesc.gov/1571/Holiday-Happenings.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
“A Christmas Carol” is presented by Mauldin Theatre Company at 7:30 p.m. at Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
“A Charlie Brown Christmas” is presented at Flat Rock Playhouse’s Leiman Mainstage. Tickets are $20 – $33 each. For tickets, call 828-693-0731 or visit flatrockplayhouse.org.
Sunday, Dec. 4
The Spartanburg Youth Theatre presents “Annie Jr.” at 2 p.m. at the Chapman Cultural Center. For tickets, visit spartanburgyouththeatre.com/upcomingproduction or call 864-582-ARTS (2787).
“Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville” is presented by Carolina Ballet Theatre at 2 p.m. at the Peace Center. For details, visit peacecenter.org/events.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” is presented at 2 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets, visit scchildrenstheatre.org/rodgers-and-hammersteins-cinderella.
“A Christmas Carol” is presented by Mauldin Theatre Company at 2 and 7:30 p.m. at Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
Carolina Youth Symphony’s Holiday Concert, sponsored by the Rotary Club of the Reedy River Greenville, is at 3 p.m. at McAlister Auditorium at Furman University. Admission is free. Visit carolinayouthsymphony.org.
The Simpsonville Christmas Parade is at 3 p.m. For details, visit simpsonvillechamber.com.
“Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” is at 3 p.m. at Centre Stage. For tickets, visit centrestage.org/miracle-on-34th-street.
Christmas at Heritage Park is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. For details, visit facebook.com/events/1810212412676249.
“A Charlie Brown Christmas” is presented at Flat Rock Playhouse’s Leiman Mainstage. Tickets are $20 – $33 each. For tickets, call 828-693-0731 or visit flatrockplayhouse.org.
Tuesday, Dec. 6
A “Frozen” party is at 10 a.m. at the Five Forks Branch Library. Ages 3 – 10. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Dickens of a Christmas is 6 – 9 p.m. in Spartanburg. The event includes a market, Polar Express train rides, and more. Visit cityofspartanburg.org/dickens-of-a-christmas.
The Gingerbread Jamboree is 6 – 7 p.m. at the Center for the Arts in Greer. View gingerbread house contest entries and visit with Santa. Admission is free. Visit cityofgreer.org/828/Cultural-Arts-Events.
Wednesday, Dec. 7
Teen Chef – No Bake Holiday Treats for ages 12 – 18 is at 3:30 p.m. at the Chesnee Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Christmas Crafts at Hogwarts for ages 6 – 12 is at 3:30 p.m. at the Travelers Rest Branch Library. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
The Fountain Inn Christmas Parade is at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 7. For details, visit fountaininnchamber.org.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Thursday, Dec. 8
A holiday open house for ages 5 and younger is 10 – 11 a.m. at the Hughes Main Library. It features Christmas stories, crafts, carols, games, and a visit with Santa. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Teens: Watch “The Nightmare Before Christmas” at 4 p.m. at the Cowpens Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Five Forks Flicks is at 6 p.m. at the Five Forks Branch Library. The event includes snacks and a screening of “The Muppet Christmas Carol.”Wear your favorite holiday sweater. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
“Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” is at 8 p.m. at Centre Stage. For tickets, visit centrestage.org/miracle-on-34th-street.
Friday, Dec. 9
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve is at 3 and 7:30 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
The Pendleton Christmas Market is 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. on the Village Green in Pendleton. For details, visit pendletonchristmas.com.
Christmas at Heritage Park is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. For details, visit facebook.com/events/1810212412676249.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” is presented at 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets, visit scchildrenstheatre.org/rodgers-and-hammersteins-cinderella.
The International Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center. The performance is with the Greenville Symphony Orchestra and the Greenville Youth Chorale. For tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
“A Christmas Carol” is presented by Mauldin Theatre Company at 7:30 p.m. at Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
“Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” is at 8 p.m. at Centre Stage. For tickets, visit centrestage.org/miracle-on-34th-street.
Saturday, Dec. 10
World WONDERLand is at TCMU-Greenville (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.) and TCMU-Spartanburg (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.). From Las Posadas in Hispanic cultures to Omisoka and the Lunar New Year, families can participate in and learn about winter holidays celebrated all over the world. The entire museum will be open for play and have activities, crafts, learning opportunities and more. Santa Claus will also be on hand. For tickets, visit tcmupstate.org/worldwonderland.
TD Saturday Market Holiday Edition is 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in downtown Greenville. For details, visit saturdaymarketlive.com.
Lollipops Concert: Georgia Music is at 10 a.m. at the Hughes Main Library and at 11:30 a.m. at the Taylors Branch Library. This story-based performance features Greenville Symphony Wind instruments and South Carolina Children's Theatre’s Traysie Amick. Best for ages 3 – 8. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Family Fun Day is 10 a.m. – noon at the Upcountry History Museum. The event includes holiday-themed game and craft stations, stories, and more. For details, visit upcountryhistory.org.
The City of Greer Holiday Arts Fair is 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Center for the Arts (804 Trade St.). Shop for holiday gifts and visit with Santa. Admission is free. Visit cityofgreer.org/828/Cultural-Arts-Events.
The Holiday Flea is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Swamp Rabbit Café. Shop with local artisans. For details, visit swamprabbitcafe.com/event.
A “Polar Express” pajama party is at 1 p.m. at the Middle Tyger Library. Sip warm chocolate, munch on popcorn and treats and ride along on this magical adventure. Wear pajamas and bring a blanket/pillow. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” is presented at 2 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets, visit scchildrenstheatre.org/rodgers-and-hammersteins-cinderella.
“A Christmas Carol” is presented by Mauldin Theatre Company at 2 and 7:30 p.m. at Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
The Riverside High School Speech & Debate team presents an old-fashioned, live radio (off-air) production featuring an adaptation of Charles Dickens' “A Christmas Carol” and other tales of the season at 3 p.m. in the Riverside High auditorium. Hear more than 50 students and coaches entertain with 1940s era skits and commercials between the acts. Tickets are $5 each. Email riversidespeechboosters@gmail.com.
The Pendleton Christmas Market is 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. on the Village Green in Pendleton. For details, visit pendletonchristmas.com.
Christmas at Heritage Park is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. For details, visit facebook.com/events/1810212412676249.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Tonight’s game features the 2022 Teddy Bear Toss. Donate a stuffed animal for children in need. For tickets, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
The International Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center. The performance is with the Greenville Symphony Orchestra and the Greenville Youth Chorale. For tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
Governor’s School Presents: Winter Dance Performance at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center. For tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
“Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” is at 8 p.m. at Centre Stage. For tickets, visit centrestage.org/miracle-on-34th-street.
Sunday, Dec. 11
Sesame Street Live! Make Your Magic is at 2 and 5:30 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Governor’s School Presents: Winter Dance Performance at 2 p.m. at the Peace Center. For tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” is presented at 2 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets, visit scchildrenstheatre.org/rodgers-and-hammersteins-cinderella.
“A Christmas Carol” is presented by Mauldin Theatre Company at 2 p.m. at Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
Christmas at the Barn is 2 – 5 p.m. at Eden Farms. For details, visit happyhoovessc.com/christmas-at-the-barn.html.
The International Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” at 3 p.m. at the Peace Center. The performance is with the Greenville Symphony Orchestra and the Greenville Youth Chorale. For tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
The Red & Green Christmas Youth Party and Toy Drive is presented by Butterfly Outreach and Dragonfly Outreach from 3 – 5 p.m. at the Cannon Centre in Greer. For details and ticket information, visit facebook.com/events/5894508890607040.
“Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” is at 3 p.m. at Centre Stage. For tickets, visit centrestage.org/miracle-on-34th-street.
Christmas at Heritage Park is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. For details, visit facebook.com/events/1810212412676249.
Monday, Dec. 12
“The Polar Express” Party for ages 6 and younger is at 10 a.m. at the Travelers Rest Branch Library. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Teen Harry Potter Trivia Night is at 4 p.m. at the Middle Tyger Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Tuesday, Dec. 13
“The Polar Express” Party for ages 6 and younger is at 10 a.m. at the Berea Branch Library. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
“Treasure Island” is at 10:30 a.m. at Greenville Theatre. This is a musical adaptation that is suitable for all ages. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Stories with Santa is at 6 p.m. at the Anderson County Library. Join Santa for stories and pictures. Bring a camera for a free photo op with Santa. Registration required. For details, visit andersonlibrary.org.
The Spartanburg Christmas Parade is at 6:30 p.m. For details, visit spartanburgjaycees.net/2022-christmas-parade.
Wednesday, Dec. 14
“The Polar Express” Party for ages 6 and younger is at 10 a.m. at the Greer Branch Library. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
“Treasure Island” is at 10:30 a.m. at Greenville Theatre. This is a musical adaptation that is suitable for all ages. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Teen Tabletop Extravaganza is at 4 p.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Thursday, Dec. 15
“Treasure Island” is at 10:30 a.m. at Greenville Theatre. This is a musical adaptation that is suitable for all ages. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Family gift making is at 3:30 p.m. at the Landrum Library. Make a gift for a family member. All supplies included. For ages 6 – 12. Registration is required. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
Family Craft Night: Winter Holidays is 5 – 7 p.m. (drop in) at the Five Forks Branch Library. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
“Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” is at 8 p.m. at Centre Stage. For tickets, visit centrestage.org/miracle-on-34th-street.
Friday, Dec. 16
“The Polar Express” Party for ages 6 and younger is at 10 a.m. at the Taylors Branch Library. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
“Treasure Island” is at 10:30 a.m. at Greenville Theatre. This is a musical adaptation that is suitable for all ages. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
Christmas at Heritage Park is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. For details, visit facebook.com/events/1810212412676249.
Greenville Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday at Peace is at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center. For tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
“Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” is at 8 p.m. at Centre Stage. For tickets, visit centrestage.org/miracle-on-34th-street.
Saturday, Dec. 17
The Holiday Flea is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Swamp Rabbit Café. Shop with local artisans. For details, visit swamprabbitcafe.com/event.
“Treasure Island” is at 10:30 a.m. at Greenville Theatre. This is a musical adaptation that is suitable for all ages. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Mauldin City Singers present Sounds of the Season at 3 and 7 p.m. at Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
Christmas at Heritage Park is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. For details, visit facebook.com/events/1810212412676249.
Greenville Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday at Peace is at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center. For tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
“Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” is at 8 p.m. at Centre Stage. For tickets, visit centrestage.org/miracle-on-34th-street.
Sunday, Dec. 18
Mauldin City Singers present Sounds of the Season at 3 p.m. at Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
Greenville Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday at Peace is at 3 p.m. at the Peace Center. For tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
“Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play” is at 3 p.m. at Centre Stage. For tickets, visit centrestage.org/miracle-on-34th-street.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
Christmas at Heritage Park is 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. For details, visit facebook.com/events/1810212412676249.
Monday, Dec. 19
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets, and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
A teen winter break party is at 4 p.m. at the Middle Tyger Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
A teen holiday party is at 6:30 p.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Tuesday, Dec. 20
Toddler Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Upcountry History Museum. Visit the land of sweets through the holiday exhibition, The Nutcracker, and explore the world of dinosaurs or start a wild rumpus with the Wild Things. For details and registration, visit upcountryhistory.org.
Homeschool Colonial Christmas is at 10:30 a.m. at the Landrum Library. Registration is required. Ages 6 – 12. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Skate, Roll, and Stroll is available today. For times, tickets, and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
LEGO Club is at 3:30 p.m. at the Landrum Library. Ages 2 – 12. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Wednesday, Dec. 21
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets, and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
Thursday, Dec. 22
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets, and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
Friday, Dec. 23
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
Monday, Dec. 26
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets, and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
Tuesday, Dec. 27
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets, and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
Wednesday, Dec. 28
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Tonight’s game features Paw Patrol night. For tickets, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
Thursday, Dec. 29
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets, and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
Friday, Dec. 30
Noon Year’s Eve Party is 11a.m. – noon at the Anderson Main Library. Enjoy games, dancing, and a balloon drop at noon. For details, visit andersonlibrary.org.
Magic Moment: Noon Year’s Eve is at TCMU-Greenville. For details, visit tcmupstate.org/event/magic-moment-noon-years-eve.
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Skate, Roll, and Stroll is available today. For times, tickets, and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Holidays at the Zoo, presented by AM-PM Farms, is at the Greenville Zoo. The event includes thousands of lights, festive decorations and music. Entry is limited. Reservations are strongly recommended. Visit greenvillezoo.com.
ARTS
Winter Break Workshops are offered by South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For details visit, scchildrenstheatre.org.
Winter classes for grades pre-K – 12 are offered Jan. 9 – Feb. 20 at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For details visit, scchildrenstheatre.org.
TR Makers Elf Shop – A Gift Making Camp for ages 5 – 13 is 9 a.m. – noon Dec. 19 – 21. Create four thoughtful gifts for friends and family, frost cookies and make holiday ornaments. Visit trmakersco.org.
The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities, a public, residential high school for artistically talented students, is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 school year and arts-immersive, overnight summer programs. All South Carolina residents in grades 6 – 11 are eligible to apply online at scgsah.org. The priority deadline for Arts Odyssey, Dance Immersion and Introduction to Filmmaking is Dec. 19. The priority deadline for Academy, Summer Dance and the tuition-free Residential High School is Jan. 13, 2023. Applications will still be received after these deadlines until all openings are filled. Financial assistance is available for all programs through the Governor’s School Foundation.
Spartanburg Youth Theatre offers classes for grades K4 – 12. For full class listings and to enroll, visit spartanburgyouththeatre.com or call 864-585-8278.
Engage in music at the Lawson Academy of the Arts – Private lessons and group classes are offered for musicians of all ages and levels with instruction from Converse University professors and student-teachers. Learn to play piano or enroll in an ensemble. For details, call 864-596-9022.
Arts programs are at TR Makers. Programs include homeschool classes, Mini Makers for ages 2 – 5, StoryVenture for grades 1 – 5, afterschool classes and more. For cost and registration, visit trmakersco.org.
Display Your Art – The Back Door Art Gallery in Fountain Inn has a kids’ art wall. Children ages 12 and younger can hang one piece of their art for free for one month. For specifications and contact information, visit backdoorartgallery.com.
Music Adventure Classes are at 10 a.m. Mondays at Swamp Rabbit Café. Classes are geared for pre-K – K but all ages are welcome. The cost is $15 per class ($5 for each additional sibling) and includes a coffee and pastry. For details and registration, visit @musicadventure on Instagram or email musicadventureforkids@gmail.com.
FAMILY FUN, LEARNING, AND MORE
Little Learners Club, available from the Greenville County Library System, is designed especially for children under age 5 to encourage the development of kindergarten readiness skills using the Palmetto Basics. Details are at greenvillelibrary.org/kids/little-learners-club.
Free Books – Greenville First Steps has launched a pilot of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Greenville County. Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is an early literacy program that mails free age-appropriate books each month to registered children from birth to age 5. Currently in Greenville County, children in 29690, 29611, and 29669can sign up for Imagination Library. Registration is available at ImaginationLibrary.com.
Story Time is at 10 a.m. Thursdays at Barnes and Noble at Greenridge. For details, visit stores.barnesandnoble.com/store/2221.
Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice is open at Upcountry History Museum through Jan. 29, 2023. Designed for young explorers ages 3 – 10, the bilingual (Spanish and English) exhibit features three distinct sections that build on a child’s innate curiosity about dinosaurs: Land of Fire (a warm dinosaur habitat), Land of Ice (a cold dinosaur habitat), and a Field Research Station (complete with a Big Dig experience). For details, visit upcountryhistory.org.
Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak is open at Upcountry History Museum through March 5, 2023. Visitors of all ages will experience the fantastical imagination of Maurice Sendak as they explore over 50 pieces of original artwork and step into the pages of his beloved books. For details, visit upcountryhistory.org.
Family Story Time for ages birth – 5 is Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. at the Pendleton and Lander Memorial Libraries, Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. at the Powdersville Library, and Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. at the Anderson Main Library. Visit andersonlibrary.org.
Preschool and Toddler Story Times are offered at Spartanburg Library locations. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Preschool Story Time for ages 3 – 5 is at 9:15 and 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Anderson Main Library. Visit andersonlibrary.org.
Toddler Storytime for ages 18 – 36 months is at 9:15 and 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays at the Anderson Main Library. Visit andersonlibrary.org.
Preschool Storytimes for ages 2 – 5 are offered at the Pickens County Library. Call 864-850-7077 or visit pickenscountylibrarysystem.com.
STRIDES, a nonprofit program, offers individualized instruction for ages 6 – 20 who need to catch up before school starts. Students with disabilities or ESOL are welcome. Virtual instruction is available. In-person or virtual tutoring is available at Cherrydale, Fountain Inn, Greer, Boiling Springs or Easley. For details, call 864-246-9898 or stridestutor.org.
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Miracle Pop Up is daily through Dec. 31 at Southernside Brewing Co. The site will have holiday decor and Christmas spirit, including kid-friendly activities and treats. Visit southernsidebrewing.com.
MOMS Club of Spartanburg and MOMS Club of Spartanburg-North offer support for all moms in the area. The groups have regular park plays, library visits, potlucks, mom crafts, kid crafts, book club, Moms Night Out, community service projects, seasonal activities and more. For more information email, momsclubofspartanburg@gmail.com or northspartanburgmoms@gmail.com.
This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Upstate Parent December 2022 Events and Things to do Calendar