Stuff the calendar with holiday fun - Family events for the weekend of Nov. 25 and beyond
Whether you are shopping after Thanksgiving, settling in for some rivalry football, or plunging right into Christmas cheer, there is plenty to keep everyone busy (and make family memories) in the coming weeks. Keep up with it all with Upstate Parent’s full calendar at upstateparent.com.
Admission to SC State Parks is free Nov. 25. For details, visit southcarolinaparks.com/park-news/black-friday-2022.
The St. Francis Festival of Trees continues through Dec. 26. See the trees in the entranceways of the Courtyard Marriott Downtown (50 W. Broad St. Greenville), Embassy Suites by Hilton – Riverplace (250 Riverplace, Greenville) and Hyatt Regency Greenville (220 N. Main St., Greenville). stfrancisfoundation.com/event/festival-of-trees.
The Greenville Christmas Market is at The Grand Bohemian Lodge Nov. 25 – Jan. 1. It includes holiday-themed events, live performances and family-friendly activities, including a Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6 p.m. Nov. 25, Santa Meet & Greet opportunities and Christmas booths featuring local retailers, artisans, food and beverage and more. Hours and schedules are at greenvillechristmasmarket.com.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” continues through Dec. 11 at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets, visit scchildrenstheatre.org/rodgers-and-hammersteins-cinderella.
Nutcracker: The Exhibition opens Nov. 19 at Upcountry History Museum. The immersive experience will take visitors on a journey from The Nutcracker’s beginnings as a short story, to its artistic interpretations in literature, ballet, theater, and film. For details, visit upcountryhistory.org.
United Community Bank Ice on Main is open. Get ticket details, hours, and promotional information all season at iceonmain.com.
Disney on Ice Let’s Celebrate! continues through Nov. 27 at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. This Disney production features an international team of award-winning figure skaters, high-energy choreography, and a salute to Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as the original hosts of Disney On Ice. For tickets, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Make Holiday Crafts at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 28 at the Mauldin Branch Library and at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 29 at the Five Forks Branch Library. Ages 11 and younger. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Mini Makers: Blast Off to Space for ages 2 – 5 is at 9 a.m. Nov. 29 at TR Makers. For cost and registration, visit trmakersco.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.
Looking ahead:
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.
World WONDERLand is Dec. 10 at TCMU-Greenville (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.) and TCMU-Spartanburg (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.). Tickets are on sale now. 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.
This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Plenty of holiday fun for the Family - Calendar for Weekend of Nov. 25
