Fall means festivals - Family fun for the week of Oct. 6
Looking for things to do across the Upstate? Fall means it’s time for festivals, family events and memory making. Take a look at this week’s events and find oh so much more at upstateparent.com. Throughout October, look for fall activities, family travel ideas, seasonal fun and more.
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Media Arts Education and Career Day, part of the Tryon International Film Festival 2023, is 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Oct. 6 at Tryon Fine Arts Center. The event is for aspiring artists in grade 6 – adult. For registration and details, visit tryoninternationalfilmfestival.com.
From Wires to Waves: A Study in History and Communications is 9 a.m. – noon Oct. 6 at TR Makers Co. Recommended for ages 5 – 12. For details, cost and registration, visit trmakersco.org/product/msall-f23-k2.
Zoo Tots: Not So Scary Spiders for ages 2 – 4 is Oct. 6 and 7 at the Greenville Zoo. For details and registration, visit greenvillezoo.com.
Jurassic Quest is at Harrah’s Cherokee Center in Asheville Oct. 6 – 8. The event includes life-like dinosaurs, interactive science and art activities including a fossil dig and real fossils, a “Triceratots” soft play area for the littlest explorers, bounce houses and inflatable attractions, photo opportunities and more. For tickets and details, visit universe.com/events/jurassic-quest-harrahs-cherokee-center-asheville-asheville-nc-812-tickets-2F0Z8D.
Oktoberfest is at NOMA Square in Greenville Oct. 6 and 7. For details, visit nomasquare.com.
A Ghost Pop-Up Workshop is 1 – 6 p.m. Oct. 6 at A Cut Above Maker Space in Spartanburg. All ages are welcome. The cost is $16 per child. For registration and details, visit acutabovemakerspace.com.
Starry Nights programs are Oct. 6 at Roper Mountain Science Center. “Legends of the Night Sky” is at 4:30 p.m., “Cosmic Colors” is at 6 p.m. and “Ultimate Universe” is at 7:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are required. For details, visit ropermountain.org.
“Charlotte’s Web” is presented through Oct. 8 at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. Recommended for grade 3 and older. For details and tickets, visit scchildrenstheatre.org/charlottes-web.
Denver Downs Fall Festival continues Thursdays – Sundays through Nov. 12 at Denver Downs Farm. For details, visit www.denverdownsfarm.com.
Music in the Woods is 2 – 4 p.m. Saturdays in October at Paris Mountain State Park. For details, visit southcarolinaparks.com/products/10003660.
Festifall is Oct. 7 – 8 at Walnut Grove. Experience life in 1781 during the American Revolutionary War with live demonstrations of cooking, weaving, games and music. Tickets are good for the entire weekend's activities, including the Saturday night Bluegrass concert. Wristbands will be given for return admission. Tickets at the gate are $15 per adult and $10 per child. For details, visit spartanburghistory.org/festifall.
The Aunt Het Festival is 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Oct. 7 in Fountain Inn. The event includes a car show, children’s activities and more. For details, visit fountaininnchamber.org/aunt-het-festival.
The Cook’s Station Fall Festival is 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Oct. 7. The event includes live music, food samples and a tent sale. Visit thecooksstation.com.
The Pumpkintown Fire Department Fall Festival is 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Oct. 7 at the Table Rock Wesleyan Camp in Pickens. The event is a fundraiser for the Pumpkintown Fire Department. Shop from more than 100 crafters. The event also includes food and entertainment. Get the details at facebook.com/events/1936737230036874.
Kroc Fest is 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Oct. 7 at Kroc Greenville. The event includes activities for all ages. Register online for the floating pumpkin patch. Admission is free but there are costs associated with some activities and vendors. For details, visit krocgreenville.org/KrocGreenville/2023-kroc-fest.
Five Forks Animal Hospital’s Fall Fest and anniversary celebration is 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Oct. 7. The event includes free face painting and a bounce house, plus local vendors, food trucks, the Greenville Swamp Rabbits mascot and more. One person (must be in attendance at Fall Fest) will receive one annual exam checkup with core vaccinations, annual bloodwork, one dental cleaning (extractions not included) and flea, tick, and heartworm prevention for their pet. Visit fiveforksanimalhospital.com and instagram.com/fiveforksanimalhospital.
A free, family-friendly Halloween party is at 11 a.m. Oct. 7 at Southernside Brewing. For details, visit eventbrite.com/cc/nightmare-before-miracle-southernside-2597119.
The Village Launch Market is noon – 4 p.m. Oct. 7 in West Greenville on Burdette Street and Pendleton Street. For details, visit villagelaunch.org/village-launch-market.
Well Walkers is offered Tuesdays and Thursdays in October, except Oct. 12, at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. During the Oct. 31 event, the community is also invited to “Walk with a Doc.” From 9 – 11 a.m., Dr. Andrea Smith of Bon Secours St. Francis Primary Care Downtown will be on site to offer education about nutrition, preventative health, and chronic disease management. She will be available to walk a lap with anyone wanting to discuss the topic or ask any related questions. The arena concourse will be open from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. for anyone who wants to have a temperature-controlled space to exercise. Each loop around the concourse is a quarter mile. Well Walkers is a free event with no registration or prior notice required. Free parking for participants is provided in the VIP lot at the arena, located off Church Street. For details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Looking ahead:
Bank of America Fall for Greenville presented by Pepsi is Oct. 13 – 15 in downtown Greenville. Save time and buy taste tickets in advance. The event includes children’s activities, food, music and more. Details are at fallforgreenville.net.
Spartanburg Soaring International Kite Festival is Oct. 14 at Barnet Park. For details, visit chapmanculturalcenter.org/spartanburg-soaring.
A Fall Color Walk is at 9 a.m. Oct. 28 at Paris Mountain State Park. For details and registration, visit southcarolinaparks.com/products/10003183.
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