Vendor Applications Now Open for Clinton’s Rhythm on the Rails Festival on April 25
February 21, 2026
The City of Clinton is now accepting vendor applications for its annual Rhythm on the Rails festival, set to take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to…
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Boot Scootin auditions open at Younts Center for Performing Arts
February 20, 2026
The Younts Center for Performing Arts is calling for local talent as it prepares for its upcoming production of Boot Scootin’ Boogie: A Live Country Music Experience. This high-energy country…
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Motown Magic Comes to Fountain Inn for One Night Only
February 20, 2026
Residents of the Golden Strip are invited to take a soulful trip down memory lane this Saturday as the Younts Center for Performing Arts welcomes Motown – A Tribute Concert.…
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Main Street Fountain Inn Seeks Local Acoustic Musicians for Community Events
February 18, 2026
Main Street Fountain Inn is inviting local acoustic musicians to be part of the city’s vibrant downtown event lineup. Organizers are currently seeking solo artists and small acoustic acts interested…
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Mauldin Gears Up for Annual Blues & Jazz Festival on April 18
February 18, 2026
Festival season in the Upstate will kick off in style this spring as the City of Mauldin prepares for its annual Blues & Jazz Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026.…
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Mauldin Gears Up for Annual Blues & Jazz Festival on April 18
February 18, 2026
Festival season in the Upstate will kick off in style this spring as the City of Mauldin prepares for its annual Blues & Jazz Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026.…
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Schedule announced and tickets on sale for 2026 Reedy Reels Film Festival
February 18, 2026
The 2026 Reedy Reels Film Festival will bring 85 films to the South Carolina Children’s Theatre during the last week of March. Tickets start at $10 for single film sessions…
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Main Street Laurens to Celebrate 30 Years with Birthday Gala & Annual Meeting
February 18, 2026
Main Street Laurens is inviting the community to celebrate a major milestone at its 30th Birthday Gala & Annual Meeting on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at The Magnolia Room. The…
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Local wild game feast returns for 18th annual ‘Cattails & Cocktails’
February 15, 2026
The Georgetown County Historical Society will host its 18th annual Cattails & Cocktails event on Saturday, March 21, celebrating the region’s rich hunting and fishing traditions with a community feast.…
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Lander Wind Ensemble Continues America 250 Tribute at Upcoming Concert
February 15, 2026
Lander University invites the Greenwood and Lander communities to attend the first performance of the Lander University Wind Ensemble forthe Spring 2026 semester. The concert will take place Tuesday, Feb.…
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Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art announces 2026 Fall series; Membership packages now available
February 13, 2026
The Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art (PIFMA) has unveiled its 2026 Fall Series lineup, featuring a diverse array of tribute performances and national touring acts beginning this October.…
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Staycation Savvy: Your 2026 Guide to Spring Break in the Golden Strip
February 13, 2026
As the school year hits the home stretch, families across the Upstate are preparing for a well-deserved intermission. For those in our local community, the dates are officially set: Greenville…
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Local Businesses in Fountain Inn Partner with Schools for February Profit Shares
February 13, 2026
Throughout the month of February 2026, several Fountain Inn businesses are partnering with the community to host “Profit Share” days. These events, many of which coincide with Fountain Inn High…
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National Endowment for the Arts awards grant to Chamber Music Charleston for semiquincentennial project, “Echoes of the Saint Cecilia Society”
February 12, 2026
Chamber Music Charleston (CMC) has been awarded a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts in support of a major new initiative, Echoes of the Saint Cecilia Society. This…
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Finlay Park announces “Finlay Fridays” concert series
February 12, 2026
WHO: Finlay Park WHAT: The City of Columbia’s Finlay Park will be hosting “Finlay Fridays,” a concert series that takes place live in the park every Friday starting Friday, February 20, 2026 and…
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Harbison Theatre presents Girls Night Out with Ellen Skrmetti
February 12, 2026
Harbison Theatre will welcome audiences for an evening of laughter, connection and candid storytelling with Girls Night Out with Ellen Skrmetti on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. The…
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Savor the Flavor: Restaurant Week comes to historic Georgetown!
February 11, 2026
Get ready to treat your taste buds! The Georgetown Business Association is officially rolling out the red carpet for Restaurant Week, and you’re invited to experience the very best of…
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Laurens County Museum to Host Open House for Magnolia Room Event Space
February 11, 2026
The Laurens County Museum will host a drop-in open house for its Magnolia Room on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 12 to 3 p.m., inviting the public to explore the…
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Love in the Upstate: Your Guide to Valentine’s Day 2026 in the Golden Strip
February 10, 2026
The Golden Strip is set to sparkle with romance this Valentine’s Day, offering a diverse array of options for every type of celebration. From intimate dinners to lively social events,…
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Community Turns Out in Big Way for The Lumberyard’s Successful Reopening
February 9, 2026
(see photo gallery below) After a brief closure and ownership transition, The Lumberyard has officially reopened—welcomed back by a strong show of support from the community that has helped turn…
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Come say farewell to Riverbanks’ brothers
February 9, 2026
Two of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s young gorillas, Moyo and ZaKota, are preparing for a big move. Born at Riverbanks in 2018, the pair will relocate to Dallas Zoo in…
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Ties, Tiaras, and Disco: Daddy Daughter Dances Sweep the Golden Strip
February 9, 2026
February has officially arrived, bringing with it a flurry of sequins, corsages, and “best-dressed” dads as the cities of the Golden Strip prepare for their annual Daddy Daughter dances. From…
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Local Mah Jongg enthusiasts offering classes in Murrells Inlet
February 9, 2026
Michelle Burton and Michele Zucker of the Mah Jongg Connection in Pawleys Island are teaching Introductory Mah Jongg classes at the Murrells Inlet Community Center to help individuals interested in…
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Gameday in the Golden Strip: Where to watch Super Bowl LX
February 8, 2026
Tomorrow at 6:30 p.m., the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will take the field at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, but the local energy will be right here in…
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City of Simpsonville Advances Agreement for New Management at CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park
February 7, 2026
The City of Simpsonville has taken an initial step toward selecting a new management group for the CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park, with a final decision expected at the City…
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ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic golf tournament is recruiting volunteers for May PGA stop
February 6, 2026
Pick from nine volunteer areas to be involved at the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic May 6-10 If you’d like to get involved with the 2026 ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, scheduled…
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“Freedom Fighters of Calhoun County” docudrama premieres in Cameron, SC February 8th
February 5, 2026
“Freedom Fighters of Calhoun County” Film premiere at Cameron Auditorium Sunday afternoon, February 8th, a new revolutionary war docudrama, “Freedom Fighters of Calhoun County,” will have a premiere screening at…
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March events at the Columbia Museum of Art
February 5, 2026
Columbia Museum of Art March 2026 Calendar EXHIBITIONS Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil On view March 21 through June 28, 2026 Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil…
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Support the heart of our home: Why shopping local matters
February 5, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher While the landscape of Front Street evolves, the impact of where you choose to spend your dollar remains constant. Small businesses are more than just shops…
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Swamp Fox Players announce ticket sale for the musical comedy “Nunsense”
February 5, 2026
Tickets for the musical comedy Nunsense are on sale for the Swamp Fox Players’ upcoming performance schedule in March at the Georgetown Strand Theatre. Directed by Karen Morello, the show will run March…
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GJFF reschedules The Sea for March 1
February 4, 2026
The next Pop-Up Movie from the Greenville Jewish Film Festival is the South Carolina premier of “The Sea” on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 4 pm at Camelot Cinemas in…
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Laurens County Community Theatre Adds New Performance of Finding Nemo Jr. After Snow Cancellations
February 2, 2026
The Laurens County Community Theatre is moving full speed ahead with its production of Finding Nemo Jr. after winter weather forced the cancellation of two performances this past weekend. Due…
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It’s Showtime: Mauldin Youth Theatre Brings Beetlejuice Jr. to the Cultural Center
February 1, 2026
The Mauldin Cultural Center is about to get a little more strange and unusual as the Mauldin Youth Theatre prepares to take the stage with their production of Beetlejuice Jr.…
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Peter Fletcher concert cancelled due to weather
January 30, 2026The Friends of the Georgetown Library have announced the cancellation of Saturday evening’s free concert with classical guitarist Peter Fletcher, due to potential severe weather conditions. FOGL President Robert Willey…
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Original artwork, nostalgic displays highlight arrival of Bugs Bunny and friends at Upcountry History Museum
January 28, 2026
On Saturday morning, January 31, 2026, Bugs Bunny, Road Runner, Tweety Bird, and Sylvester won’t just be cartoons on your television screen, they and fellow Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies…
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Kawonu Golf Club architect Andrew Green receives Golf Digest award
January 28, 2026
Green earns Best Renovation of the Year honors as Kawonu prepares for 2027 opening Kawonu Golf Club, the private golf-only club under construction near Greenville, South Carolina, announced that course…
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Waccamaw Library to screen documentary on purple martins in South Carolina
January 26, 2026
Film Is Part of 2026 SC Hammock Coast Birding Festival This movie is definitely “for the birds”! As part of the fourth annual SC Hammock Coast Birding Festival, the Waccamaw…
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Children of Eden Comes to Life at the Mauldin Cultural Center
January 24, 2026
The Mauldin Cultural Center is inviting the community to experience an epic and heartfelt musical this winter as the Mauldin Theatre Company presents Children of Eden, running February 12–15, 2026.…
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Simpsonville’s Daddy Daughter Date Night Returns February 13
January 24, 2026
Dads and daughters in Simpsonville are invited to share a special evening together at the annual Daddy Daughter Date Night on Friday, February 13, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.…
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St. Pat’s in Five Points announces 2026 band lineup
January 22, 2026
Columbia, South Carolina’s largest one-day festival returns Saturday, March 14 with 25+ acts across five stages All roads lead to Five Points on Saturday, March 14, as St. Pat’s in…
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Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art announces Lee Minton Signature Series and student outreach programs
January 21, 2026
This February, the Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art (PIFMA) kicks off its annual Lee Minton Signature Series, a winter tribute to the festival’s founder. The 2026 lineup features…
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Laurens County Community Theatre to Bring Finding Nemo Jr. to the Stage
January 21, 2026
The Laurens County Community Theatre (LCCT) will dive into a family-friendly adventure with its upcoming production of Finding Nemo Jr., opening Friday, January 30, with a 7:30 p.m. curtain. Performances…
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Brookgreen Gardens offers quarterly Sip and Sculpt series
January 18, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens is offering a unique experience for visitors who want to unleash their creativity while sipping on their favorite beverage with its quarterly Sip and Sculpt series. Whether…
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Taking Chances: A New Season of Georgetown Tidal Tales Returns to the Stage
January 18, 2026
By Karen Owens, Publisher What happens when you mix raw, personal storytelling with a live audience and a mission to do good? You get Georgetown Tidal Tales—an evening of authentic…
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Mark Your Calendars: Tacos ‘n Tequila is back April 12
January 14, 2026
The Upstate’s biggest single day celebration of the amazing taco is coming back this April. Get ready to party as the Tacos ‘n Tequila Fiesta presented by Lunazul Tequila is…
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Presale tickets now available for LiveWildFest 2026
January 13, 2026
Presale tickets are officially on sale for LiveWildFest 2026, Charleston’s homegrown health and wellness festival, returning May 2, 2026, at a new venue, Firefly Distillery (4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston).…
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Riverbanks roars into 2026 with new lions, Free Fridays, and can’t-miss events
January 13, 2026
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is kicking off 2026 with the arrival of two young African lions, the return of Free Fridays for local residents, and a full lineup of events…
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Coming in February: The Return of Harvesting Heritage to St. Helena Island
January 13, 2026
Harvesting Heritage: Gathering Ground featuring Chef Amethyst Ganaway Saturday, Feb. 21 | 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and 6 – 8:30 p.m. The South Carolina State Museum will return to…
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Constellation Concert: Music in the Observatory
January 13, 2026
Sponsored by First Citizens Bank THIS Thursday, Jan. 15 | 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Guests are invited to experience live music in the museum’s Observatory with this returning concert series featuring…
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Columbia Museum of Art February 2026 exhibitions and events calendar
January 8, 2026
EXHIBITIONS Keith Haring: Radiant Vision On view through February 15, 2026 Keith Haring (1958–1990) emerged as a shooting star of the New York art scene in the 1980s. His signature…
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