Things to do across the Upstate and beyond! December 2023
December 2023
Things to do across the Upstate and beyond!
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Friday, Dec. 1
Zoo Tots: Counting Creatures for ages 2 – 4 is at the Greenville Zoo. For details and registration, visit greenvillezoo.com.
The Spartanburg Youth Theatre “A Christmas Carol” at 4:30 p.m. at the Chapman Cultural Center. The show is best for ages 8 and older. 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.
Starry Nights programs are 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.
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.
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s “Mary Poppins” is presented at 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets and details, visit scchildrenstheatre.org.
The Pickens Christmas Parade is at 7 p.m. on Main Street. For details, visit cityofpickens.com.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit swamprabbits.com.
“The Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville” is presented by Carolina Ballet Theatre at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center. For details, visit peacecenter.org/events.
The Mauldin Theatre Company’s Holiday Spectacular is at 7:30 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is at 8 p.m. at Greenville Theatre. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Saturday, Dec. 2
Breakfast with Santa is 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at Rivers End Restaurant at the Nantahala Outdoor Center. Dress up in your favorite pajamas and get ready for a morning filled with fun and festivity. Reservations are required. Tickets are available at noc.com/events/breakfast-with-santa.
Zoo Tots: Counting Creatures for ages 2 – 4 is at the Greenville Zoo. For details and registration, visit greenvillezoo.com.
Breakfast with Santa is at 9:30 a.m. at the Ray Hopkins Senior Center in Mauldin. For details and tickets, visit mauldinchamber.org.
$5 Holiday Classics: “The Polar Express” is at Regal Cinemas. For tickets and details, visit regmovies.com/static/en/us/promotions.
“Tacky the Penguin,” a Tell-Me-a-Story-Theatre show is at 10 and 11 a.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For details, visit scchildrenstheatre.org/tell-me-a-story-theatre-2.
STEM Career Saturday is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Science Center. To register, visit spartanburgsciencecenter.org/stem-career-saturdays.
The Holiday Flea is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Swamp Rabbit Café. Shop with local artisans. For details, visit swamprabbitcafe.com/event.
An Ornament Making Workshop: Wonderland Feathered Friend is 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. at TR Makers Co.. For details, cost and registration, visit trmakersco.org.
Author story time – Join author Brittany Brackett for story time at 11 a.m. at
Barnes & Noble on Haywood Road. Brackett will read from her book, “My Safe Place.” For details, visit stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780062162480-0.
The 26th Annual Santa on the Chimney event is at Chimney Rock State Park. Santa will rappel down the Chimney each hour on the hour from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Between trips down the Chimney, Santa will meet up with Mrs. Claus and take a break to pose for photos with attendees. Santa's elves will lead a hike to Hickory Nut Falls for explorers of all ages. Live animal ambassadors and their naturalist counterparts will make appearances on the Outcroppings Deck. Breakfast with the Elves is 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Old Rock Café. For details, visit chimneyrockpark.com/event/26th-annual-santa-on-the-chimney.
The Spartanburg Youth Theatre “A Christmas Carol” at 2 and 6 p.m. at the Chapman Cultural Center. The show is best for ages 8 and older. For tickets, visit spartanburgyouththeatre.com/upcomingproduction or call 864-582-ARTS (2787).
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s “Mary Poppins” is presented at 2 and 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets and details, visit scchildrenstheatre.org.
“The 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 Mauldin Christmas Parade is at 2 p.m. For details, visit mauldinchamber.org.
The Pendleton Christmas Market is 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. on the Village Green in Pendleton. For details, visit pendletonchristmas.com.
The Poinsettia Christmas Parade is at 6 p.m. on Main Street in Greenville. For details, visit events.greenvillesc.gov/1571/Holiday-Happenings.
Teddy Bear Toss Night – The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit swamprabbits.com.
The Mauldin Theatre Company’s Holiday Spectacular is at 7:30 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is at 8 p.m. at Greenville Theatre. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Sunday, Dec. 3
The Spartanburg Youth Theatre “A Christmas Carol” at 2 p.m. at the Chapman Cultural Center. The show is best for ages 8 and older. For tickets, visit spartanburgyouththeatre.com/upcomingproduction or call 864-582-ARTS (2787).
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s “Mary Poppins” is presented at 2 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets and details, visit scchildrenstheatre.org.
“The 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.
The Simpsonville Christmas Parade is at 3 p.m. For details, visit simpsonvillechamber.com.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is at 3 p.m. at Greenville Theatre. Visit greenvilletheatre.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. Selections include Polar Express, Holiday Sing-along, Sleigh Ride, Bells of Christmas and Christmas Music for Orchestra. Tickets are available at the door and are $10 each for adults and $5 each for students/seniors. Visit carolinayouthsymphony.org.
$5 Holiday Classics: “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (PG13) is at Regal Cinemas. For tickets and details, visit regmovies.com/static/en/us/promotions.
Brighten the season for patients at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital at Good Night Lights at 7 p.m. During the event, community members gather to shine flashlights or blink car lights toward patients’ windows to help send well wishes, positive thoughts and holiday cheer as the children “answer back” with their own flashlights. Participants are encouraged to decorate their cars to help spread the holiday spirit. The event starts promptly at 7 p.m. at 701 Grove Road, Greenville. Participants will be directed to a parking deck beside the Children’s Hospital, where patients can see their lights and greetings. For more details, visit GoodNightLightsGVL.org.
The Mauldin Theatre Company’s Holiday Spectacular is at 7:30 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
The Greer Christmas Parade is at 2:30 p.m. This year’s theme is Christmas in Candyland. For details, visit greerrelief.org/featured-events.
Monday, Dec. 4
Tuesday, Dec. 5
Mini Makers: Teddy Bear Picnic is 9 – 10 a.m. at TR Makers Co. Recommended for ages 2 – 5 with a grown-up. For details, cost and registration, visit trmakersco.org.
“Tacky the Penguin,” a Tell-Me-a-Story-Theatre show is at 10 and 11 a.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For details, visit scchildrenstheatre.org/tell-me-a-story-theatre-2.
Preschool Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Tell Me About It Tuesday: Leopards is at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the Greenville Zoo. Included with admission. For details, visit greenvillezoo.com.
A Polar Express Party is at 4:30 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Materials are available for the first 100 children younger than 12. See details at spartanburglibraries.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/313/Dickens-of-a-Christmas.
Wednesday, Dec. 6
STEM Story Time for ages 5 and younger is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Science Center. For details, visit spartanburgsciencecenter.org/events.
Baby Story Time is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for 18 months and younger. Ask for tickets at the children’s entrance starting at 9:30 a.m. See details at spartanburglibraries.org.
Toddler Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. Ages birth – 3. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
The Fountain Inn Christmas Parade is at 5:30 p.m. For details, visit fountaininnchamber.org.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit swamprabbits.com.
Thursday, Dec. 7
LEO Santa, a holiday toy drive conducted by off-duty law enforcement officers and firefighters, begins at 6 a.m. and continues through 10 a.m. Dec. 8 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. Fill patrol cars with gifts for children in need. For details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Stadium Golf Tour is 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. at Clemson Memorial Stadium. The event is for all ages. Entry is timed, but guests can stay to enjoy the experience for as long as they want. The course traditionally takes two to three hours to complete. General admission, which includes 18 balls, starts at $65. VIP packages, which include additional balls, a swag bag as well as food and beverage items from the clubhouse, start at $100. For tickets and details, visit StadiumGolfTour.com.
A Library Book Fair is at 3:30 p.m. at the Landrum Library. Ages 1 – 12. Make a bookmark and pick a free book. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Simply Bright – The 5th Annual Simpsonville Tree Lighting Ceremony is 6 – 6:30 p.m. in downtown Simpsonville. Visit facebook.com/events/1307404810659525.
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s “Mary Poppins” is presented at 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets and details, visit scchildrenstheatre.org.
The Mauldin Theatre Company’s Holiday Spectacular is at 7:30 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is at 7:30 p.m. at Greenville Theatre. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
The Governor’s School Composer Showcase is at 7:30 pm at the SCGSAH Campus, Smith Recital Hall. This event is free and open to the public. Join on campus or live on YouTube. Visit scgsah.org.
Friday, Dec. 8
Stadium Golf Tour is 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. at Clemson Memorial Stadium. The event is for all ages. Entry is timed, but guests can stay to enjoy the experience for as long as they want. The course traditionally takes two to three hours to complete. General admission, which includes 18 balls, starts at $65. VIP packages, which include additional balls, a swag bag as well as food and beverage items from the clubhouse, start at $100. For tickets and details, visit StadiumGolfTour.com.
A Holiday Open House is 10 – 11 a.m. at the Hughes Main Library. For details, visit greenvillelibrary.org.
Holidays at the Zoo opens today from 4 – 8 p.m. at the Greenville Zoo. It continues Dec. 8 – 10, 15 – 23, 24 – 25 and 26 – 30. Immerse yourself in thousands of dazzling lights, festive decorations, and cheerful music while you journey through the Greenville Zoo. For tickets and details, visit greenvillezoo.com/322/Holidays-at-the-Zoo.
Teens Make: Holiday Gifts at 4 p.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. Ages 12 – 18. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
The Pendleton Christmas Market is 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. on the Village Green in Pendleton. For details, visit pendletonchristmas.com.
Teen Make: Snow Globes at 4:30 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Ages 12 – 18. See details at spartanburglibraries.org.
Holiday Laser Shows are at 4:30 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Roper Mountain Science Center. Advance ticket purchases are recommended. For details, visit ropermountain.org.
Kringle Holiday Village is 5 – 8 p.m. at Fluor Field. Funds raised support the direct needs of the students, families and teachers of Alexander Elementary School all year. Enjoy shopping, food, entertainment, children’s activities, a silent auction and more. Held inside the 500 Club Biergarten, tonight’s opening festivities will be an all-ages event. Get tickets and learn more at kringleholidayvillage.com.
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s “Mary Poppins” is presented at 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets and details, visit scchildrenstheatre.org.
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.
The Mauldin Theatre Company’s Holiday Spectacular is at 7:30 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is at 8 p.m. at Greenville Theatre. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Saturday, Dec. 9
Stadium Golf Tour is 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. at Clemson Memorial Stadium. The event is for all ages. Entry is timed, but guests can stay to enjoy the experience for as long as they want. The course traditionally takes two to three hours to complete. General admission, which includes 18 balls, starts at $65. VIP packages, which include additional balls, a swag bag as well as food and beverage items from the clubhouse, start at $100. For tickets and details, visit StadiumGolfTour.com.
World WONDERLand is 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at TCMU-Greenville and TCMU-Spartanburg. From the shores of Madagascar to the snowy landscapes of Antarctica, families can enjoy, participate in and learn about the ways winter holidays are celebrated all over the world. Both museums will be open for play, and Santa Claus will visit. For information and tickets, visit tcmupstate.org/worldwonderland.
A Very Grinchy Family Fun Day is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Upcountry History Museum. For details, visit upcountryhistory.org.
Saturday Safari: Tracks and Scat for ages 5 – 7 is at 10 a.m. at the Greenville Zoo. For details and registration, visit greenvillezoo.com.
Saturday Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. Best suited for ages 5 and younger. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
An Ornament Making Workshop: Gnome for the Holidays is 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. at TR Makers Co.. For details, cost and registration, visit trmakersco.org.
Kringle Holiday Village is 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Fluor Field. Funds raised support the direct needs of the students, families and teachers of Alexander Elementary School all year. Inside the stadium, participate is visits with Santa, Kinderland Express train rides around the ball field, a variety of inflatables, hands-on craft activities in Santa’s Workshop, shows on the main stage, face painting, magic acts, juggling, balloon artists, a stilt walker, reindeer robot and more. For adults, the 500 Club Biergarten features holiday vendors, ice carving demos, booths featuring a wide variety of international holiday traditions, live music, and festive food and drink. Brunch with Santa is available today as a separate, ticketed event. Get tickets and learn more at kringleholidayvillage.com.
Merry Market with Santa is 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Nantahala Outdoor Center. Shop handcrafted treasures made by local artisans and see Santa. For details, visit noc.com/events/merry-market-with-santa.
A Critter Checkup is 10 a.m. – noon at WNC Nature Center. Sign up for a vet checkup for your child and their favorite stuffed animal. Vet techs and veterinarians will be present to examine stuffies and issue a special health certificate. Children, parents, and plushies are then free to explore the WNC Nature Center. Tickets are $10 – $15. For details, visit wildwnc.org/events.
TD Saturday Market Holiday Edition is 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in downtown Greenville. For details, visit saturdaymarketlive.com.
$5 Holiday Classics: “Elf” is at Regal Cinemas. For tickets and details, visit regmovies.com/static/en/us/promotions.
The City of Greer Holiday Arts Fair is 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. inside the Center for the Arts (804 Trade St.). Admission is free. Visit cityofgreer.org/o/prt/page/arts-fairs.
The Holiday Flea is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Swamp Rabbit Café. Shop with local artisans. For details, visit swamprabbitcafe.com/event.
The 12 Crafts of Christmas is 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. at A Cut Above Maker Space in Spartanburg. The event includes workshops for adults and kids. Visit with Santa from 11 a.m. – noon. For, visit acutabovemakerspace.com. To register, visit shop.vintagewarehousespartanburg.com/store/category/12%20Crafts%20of%20Christmas.
The 26th Annual Santa on the Chimney event is at Chimney Rock State Park. Santa will rappel down the Chimney each hour on the hour from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Between trips down the Chimney, Santa will meet up with Mrs. Claus and take a break to pose for photos with attendees. Santa's elves will lead a hike to Hickory Nut Falls for explorers of all ages. Live animal ambassadors and their naturalist counterparts will make appearances on the Outcroppings Deck. Breakfast with the Elves is 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Old Rock Café. For details, visit chimneyrockpark.com/event/26th-annual-santa-on-the-chimney.
Family Fun Day Workshop: DIY Holiday Ornaments is 1 – 4 p.m. at the Spartanburg Art Museum. The cost is $10. For details, visit spartanburgartmuseum.org.
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s “Mary Poppins” is presented at 2 and 7 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets and details, visit scchildrenstheatre.org.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is at 2 and 8 p.m. at Greenville Theatre. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Cookies, Cocoa, and Craft with Conestee is 3 – 4:30 p.m. at Conestee Nature Preserve. To register, visit conesteepreserve.org/events.
The Pendleton Christmas Market is 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. on the Village Green in Pendleton. For details, visit pendletonchristmas.com.
Holiday Laser Shows are at 4:30 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Roper Mountain Science Center. Advance ticket purchases are recommended. For details, visit ropermountain.org.
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.
The Mauldin Theatre Company’s Holiday Spectacular is at 7:30 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
The Governor’s School Winter Dance Performance is at 7:30 pm at the Peace Center. For tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
Sunday, Dec. 10
Stadium Golf Tour is 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Clemson Memorial Stadium. The event is for all ages. Entry is timed, but guests can stay to enjoy the experience for as long as they want. The course traditionally takes two to three hours to complete. General admission, which includes 18 balls, starts at $65. VIP packages, which include additional balls, a swag bag as well as food and beverage items from the clubhouse, start at $100. For tickets and details, visit StadiumGolfTour.com.
Kringle Holiday Village is 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Fluor Field. Funds raised support the direct needs of the students, families and teachers of Alexander Elementary School all year. Inside the stadium, participate is visits with Santa, Kinderland Express train rides around the ball field, a variety of inflatables, hands-on craft activities in Santa’s Workshop, shows on the main stage, face painting, magic acts, juggling, balloon artists, a stilt walker, reindeer robot and more. For adults, the 500 Club Biergarten features holiday vendors, ice carving demos, booths featuring a wide variety of international holiday traditions, live music, and festive food and drink. Brunch with Santa is available today as a separate, ticketed event. The festivities conclude today at 5:45 p.m. with a Grand Finale Holiday Fireworks show. Get tickets and learn more at kringleholidayvillage.com.
$5 Holiday Classics: “The Grinch” is at Regal Cinemas. For tickets and details, visit regmovies.com/static/en/us/promotions.
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s “Mary Poppins” is presented at 2 p.m. at South Carolina Children’s Theatre. For tickets and details, visit scchildrenstheatre.org.
The Mauldin Theatre Company’s Holiday Spectacular is at 2 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
The Governor’s School Winter Dance Performance is at 2 pm at the Peace Center. For tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
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.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is at 3 p.m. at Greenville Theatre. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Christmas at the Barn is at Eden Farms. Celebrate the season and raise funds for Happy Hooves Therapeutic Equestrian Center. For details, visit edenfarms.net.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 3:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit swamprabbits.com.
Monday, Dec. 11
A Teen Holiday Party is at 5 p.m. at the Middle Tyger Library. Ages 12 – 18. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
The Governor’s School Jazz Orchestra Concert is at 7:30 pm at the SCGSAH Campus, Smith Recital Hall. This event is free and open to the public. Join on campus or live on YouTube. Visit scgsah.org.
Tuesday, Dec. 12
Tell Me About It Tuesday: Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches is at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the Greenville Zoo. Included with admission. For details, visit greenvillezoo.com.
The Spartanburg Christmas Parade is at 6:30 p.m. For details, visit spartanburgjaycees.net/2023-christmas-parade.
Wednesday, Dec. 13
Baby Story Time is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Best suited for 18 months and younger. See details at spartanburglibraries.org.
Hora del Cuento en Español is at 10 a.m. at the Cyrill-Westside Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Play-Doh Club meets at 11 a.m. at the Inman Library. Ages 2 – 6. Materials available for the first 30 participants. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Music Sandwiched In is presented by Spartanburg Philharmonic at 12:15 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library Headquarters. The event is free Lunch is available for purchase or you can bring your own. Visit spartanburgphilharmonic.org.
TAG (Teen Advisory Group) meets at 4:30 p.m. online and at the Spartanburg Main Library. Ages 12 – 18. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit swamprabbits.com.
Thursday, Dec. 14
The Polar Express Party is at 10 a.m. at the Berea Library. Best for ages 12 and younger. The story time is followed by crafts, games, and cocoa. For details, visit greenvillelibrary.org.
A Teen Board Game Party is at 4:30 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Ages 12 – 18. See details at spartanburglibraries.org.
Family Craft Night: Winter Holidays is 5 – 7 p.m. (drop in) at the Five Forks Library. Visit greenvillelibrary.org.
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.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is at 7:30 p.m. at Greenville Theatre. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Friday, Dec. 15
Homeschool Day: A Very Grinchy Christmas is at 1:30 p.m. at the Upcountry History Museum. For details, visit upcountryhistory.org.
View the Geminids Meteor Shower at PARI – Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. Overnight cabin and camping packages are also available. For details and registration information, visit pari.edu.
Holly Jolly Science is 1:30 – 5 p.m. at Roper Mountain Science Center. For details, visit ropermountain.org.
The Pendleton Christmas Market is 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. on the Village Green in Pendleton. For details, visit pendletonchristmas.com.
Holiday Laser Shows are at 4:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. at Roper Mountain Science Center. Advance ticket purchases are recommended. For details, visit ropermountain.org.
Greenville Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday At Peace is at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center. For details and tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is at 8 p.m. at Greenville Theatre. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Saturday, Dec. 16
The Holiday Flea is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Swamp Rabbit Café. Shop with local artisans. For details, visit swamprabbitcafe.com/event.
An Ornament Making Workshop: Angelic Wonders is 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. at TR Makers Co.. For details, cost and registration, visit trmakersco.org.
Merry Market with Santa is 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Nantahala Outdoor Center. Shop handcrafted treasures made by local artisans and see Santa. For details, visit noc.com/events/merry-market-with-santa.
Free Family Saturday is 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Spartanburg Science Center. For details, visit spartanburgsciencecenter.org/events.
$5 Holiday Classics: “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (PG13) is at Regal Cinemas. For tickets and details, visit regmovies.com/static/en/us/promotions.
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is at 2 and 8 p.m. at Greenville Theatre. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
The Mauldin City Singers’ Sounds of the Season is at 3 and 7 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
Holiday Laser Shows are at 4:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. at Roper Mountain Science Center. Advance ticket purchases are recommended. For details, visit ropermountain.org.
The Pendleton Christmas Market is 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. on the Village Green in Pendleton. For details, visit pendletonchristmas.com.
Make and Be Merry is 6 – 9 p.m. at the Greenville Center for Creative Arts. Tickets are $25 – $35 for members and $35 – $45 for nonmembers. Each childcare ticket costs $25 and one ticket is required per child. Celebrate GCCA’s Arts School with desserts and mini workshops while children participate in winter holiday themed arts activities with The Children's Museum of the Upstate's Community Engagement team. Activities will use common recyclable items to make holiday sweater collages and snow globe crafts. For tickets, visit artcentergreenville.org/events/make-and-be-merry.
Cirque du Soleil BAZZAR opens Under the Big Top, Charlotte Motor Speedway in Charlotte. The show continues on select dates through Jan. 14. For details and tickets, visit cirquedusoleil.com/usa/charlotte/bazzar/buy-tickets.
Greenville Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday At Peace is at 7:30 p.m. at the Peace Center. For details and tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
Sunday, Dec. 17
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
The Mauldin City Singers’ Sounds of the Season is at 3 p.m. at the Mauldin Cultural Center. Visit mauldinculturalcenter.org.
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is at 3 p.m. at Greenville Theatre. Visit greenvilletheatre.org.
Greenville Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday At Peace is at 3 p.m. at the Peace Center. For details and tickets, visit peacecenter.org.
$5 Holiday Classics: “The Polar Express” is at Regal Cinemas. For tickets and details, visit regmovies.com/static/en/us/promotions.
Monday, Dec. 18
Tuesday, Dec. 19
Skate, Roll and Stroll, a free ice skating event with accommodations for all ages and abilities, is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Mini Makers: Mini Whos of Whoville is 9 – 10 a.m. at TR Makers Co. Recommended for ages 2 – 5 with a grown-up. For details, cost and registration, visit trmakersco.org.
Preschool Story Time is at 10:30 a.m. at the Boiling Springs Library. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Wednesday, Dec. 20
STEM Story Time for ages 5 and younger is at 10 a.m. at the Spartanburg Science Center. For details, visit spartanburgsciencecenter.org/events.
Teens Watch “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-verse” at 3 p.m. at the Spartanburg Main Library. Ages 12 – 18. See details at spartanburglibraries.org.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit swamprabbits.com.
Thursday, Dec. 21
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Friday, Dec. 22
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit swamprabbits.com.
Saturday, Dec. 23
The Holiday Flea is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Swamp Rabbit Café. Shop with local artisans. For details, visit swamprabbitcafe.com/event.
$5 Holiday Classics: “The Grinch” is at Regal Cinemas. For tickets and details, visit regmovies.com/static/en/us/promotions.
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 7 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit swamprabbits.com.
Sunday, Dec. 24
Monday, Dec. 25
Tuesday, Dec. 26
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Wednesday, Dec. 27
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Skate, Roll and Stroll, a free ice skating event with accommodations for all ages and abilities, is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Play-Doh Club meets at 11 a.m. at the Inman Library. Ages 2 – 6. Materials available for the first 30 participants. For details, visit spartanburglibraries.org.
Thursday, Dec. 28
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Friday, Dec. 29
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Saturday, Dec. 30
Skating on the Big Ice is at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For times, tickets and details, visit bonsecoursarena.com.
Sunday, Dec. 31
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play at 6:05 p.m. at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. For tickets, visit swamprabbits.com.
This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Things to do across the Upstate and beyond! December 2023
