United Way to host return of Gratefull Greenville community meal Nov. 23
October 22, 2026Pull up a chair and grab a plate, Gratefull Greenville will return to Main Street on Monday, Nov. 23. Hosted by United Way of Greenville County, Gratefull Greenville is a…
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Columbia Museum of Art November 2026 exhibitions and events calendar
October 21, 2026
EXHIBITIONS Body Matters On view through January 3, 2027 The human body is essential to craft. This genre of art is rooted in physical labor, tactile knowledge, and material intimacy,…
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22nd Annual Murrells Inlet Oyster Roast scheduled for November 7
October 21, 2026
Murrells Inlet 29576 (formerly known as Murrells Inlet 2020) will host their 22nd Annual Oyster Roast on Saturday, November 7 from 11:30AM – 3:00 PM in the parking lot of…
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Registration Opens for 4th Annual 55+ Turkey Trot in Fountain Inn
October 21, 2026
Fountain Inn Parks & Recreation has officially opened registration for its 4th Annual 55+ Turkey Trot, welcoming older adults across the community to take part in the pre-holiday outdoor tradition…
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‘King of Country Comedy’ Rodney Carrington comes to Peace Center Oct. 23
October 21, 2026
The ‘King of Country Comedy’ and Toby Keith collaborator –– Rodney Carrington –– makes a return engagement at the Peace Center on Friday, October 23. A multi-talented comedian, musician, writer…
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Grand Holland Social Club Unveils ‘Haunted Dinner at Seven Oaks’ for Halloween Weekend
October 21, 2026
The Grand Holland Social Club is setting the stage for Halloween with an upscale, seasonal culinary event scheduled for Friday, Oct. 30, 2026. Titled “Haunted Dinner at Seven Oaks,” the…
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Mauldin High school to host community Trunk or Treat this Sunday
October 21, 2026
Local families seeking early, festive Halloween fun have a safe and centralized option this coming weekend as Mauldin High School opens its grounds for a community-wide Trunk or Treat on…
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Mauldin Cultural Center and To Be Read Partner for ‘Little Women’ Book Club and Theatre Experience
October 21, 2026
Local literature and performing arts will intersect next month as the Mauldin Cultural Center teams up with independent bookstore To Be Read for a collaborative Little Women Book Club experience.…
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Grand Holland Social Club to Host ‘Bourbon & Cigar Night’ Under the Oak & Vine Trellis
October 21, 2026
The Grand Holland Social Club is set to host an evening dedicated to fine spirits, tobacco, and culinary pairings this Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. The event, titled “Bourbon & Cigar…
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Fountain Inn parks and rec expands family programming, kicking off new season at activities center
October 21, 2026
Fountain Inn’s Parks and Recreation Department is broadening its community footprint, turning its neighborhood activity hub into a shared space for all generations with an expanded slate of family-centered events.…
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Mauldin’s ‘Haunted Castle’ Earns National Spotlight on Good Morning America for Jaw-Dropping Halloween Display
October 21, 2026
What started as an annual neighborhood yard haunt has officially captured the eyes of the entire country. The Haunted Castle of Mauldin, located at 503 Central Avenue, has reached a…
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Georgetown Community Theater Arts serves up spooky comedy – The Addams Family Young@Part
October 21, 2026
Get ready for a night of comical chaos, laughter, and iconic characters! Georgetown Community Theater Arts is bringing The Addams Family Young@Part to town, directed by Ronnie Hunter with choreography…
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150-plus decorated rigs: Fountain Inn prepares for 4th annual ‘Jeepers Creepers’ trunk-or-treat cruise
October 21, 2026
Downtown Fountain Inn is preparing to transform its historic core into a glowing, family-friendly Halloween block party this weekend. The city’s signature fall automotive tradition, Jeepers Creepers, officially returns for…
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Buckaroo Brew invites families to Friday story time in downtown Laurens
October 20, 2026
Buckaroo Brew is giving local families a reason to linger over their morning drinks this fall with a weekly story time series held Fridays at 11 a.m. at the coffee…
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Pops on the Plaza brings Presbyterian College choirs outdoors Oct. 29
October 20, 2026
Presbyterian College will take its choral music outside this month when the PC Choir and Vocal Select present Pops on the Plaza, a free outdoor concert set for Thursday, Oct.…
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Laurens Film Festival brings local stories to the Capitol Theatre screen Oct. 23
October 20, 2026
The City of Laurens will host the Laurens Film Festival on Friday, Oct. 23, at 6:30 p.m. at the historic Capitol Theatre, 104 E. Main St. Admission is free. The…
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Simpsonville Fine Arts Gallery to host weeklong ‘Meet the Artists’ showcase featuring live demonstrations
October 19, 2026
Art enthusiasts and downtown visitors will have an opportunity to step directly into the creative process this week as the Simpsonville Fine Arts Gallery hosts its “Come Meet the Artists!”…
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Two decades of trails: Conestee Nature Preserve to celebrate 20th anniversary with scavenger hunt and festival
October 19, 2026
For twenty years, Conestee Nature Preserve has served as the Upstate’s urban wilderness, offering hundreds of acres of wetlands, hardwood forests, and winding trails connecting neighboring communities. On Saturday, November…
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Friday night lights and loud mics: Clock Tower Taproom powers up downtown Simpsonville’s weekly karaoke scene
October 19, 2026
For locals looking to kick off the weekend with high-volume nostalgia and cold pints, Friday nights in downtown Simpsonville have found their soundtrack. Clock Tower Taproom & Billiards, located at…
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Wooden Boat Show recap: Thousands flock to Georgetown for maritime festivities and fun
October 19, 2026
A light, misty rain Saturday didn’t dampen the spirits of locals and visitors attending the 37th Annual Wooden Boat Show in downtown Georgetown. Sunday’s sunny skies kept the festivities going…
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Capital campaign begins for Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
October 19, 2026
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden Launches Capital Campaign to Complete Bridge to the Wild’s Transformational Phase Two Community support will help expand animal habitats, advance wildlife conservation, and create new ways…
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Creatures of the Dark: Conestee Nature Preserve Explores Bats, Owls, and ‘Zombie Fungus’ on Oct. 24 Night Hike
October 19, 2026
As autumn settles across the Upstate and dusk arrives earlier each evening, Conestee Nature Preserve is opening its trails after hours for one of its most anticipated seasonal traditions: the…
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Out on the strip: thirty years of scares, stitches, and spinning walls at Carolina Fashions
October 19, 2026
By Barbara LeForge, Golden Strip News Editor I’ve driven past Carolina Fashions a million times navigating around Mauldin. Yet in the six years our family has called this community home,…
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The Golden Strip’s best Trick-or-Treating hubs for Halloween 2026
October 19, 2026
The distinct magic of an Upstate Halloween night has always been unmistakable: the crisp bite in the October air, the smell of woodsmoke drifting between rooftops, and the frantic rustle…
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High-voltage Halloween: AC/DC tribute ‘Back N Black’ set to rock the Younts Center
October 19, 2026
Classic rock anthems and spooky season festivities are colliding in downtown Fountain Inn this month as the Younts Center for Performing Arts hosts its First Annual Halloween Bash featuring Back…
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Step into the Shadows this Halloween at Hopsewee Plantation
October 19, 2026
Hopsewee Plantation hosts “A Meeting of the Macabre” featuring Edgar Allan Poe and Anne Rice Prepare for an atmospheric afternoon of gothic storytelling as Hopsewee Plantation and the Traveling Literary…
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Celebrate local culture and fall fun at The Abie & Dorethia Ladson Cultural Festival!
October 18, 2026
Mark your calendars for a vibrant day of community, tradition, and autumn festivities! The Abie & Dorethia Ladson Cultural Festival is taking place on Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at…
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Friends of the Waccamaw Library to host music bingo
October 16, 2026
The Friends of the Waccamaw Library (FOWL) is hosting a music bingo fundraiser at Pawleys Tap House and Grill on November 4, 2026 (located at 13089 Ocean Highway in Pawleys…
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Steve Mays appointed new tournament director of Myrtle Beach Classic
October 15, 2026
Longtime Grand Strand golf and tourism executive to lead one of South Carolina’s premier tournaments SPORTFIVE, the organization that facilitates and operates the Myrtle Beach Classic, the Grand Strand’s annual…
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Greenville Symphony’s Mozart Among Friends spotlights hometown violinist Joanna Mulfinger
October 15, 2026
Joanna Mulfinger’s violin was already more than a century old when Mozart was born. Made by Nicolò Amati in 1653 and inherited from her mother, the instrument brings a piece…
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Ignite Theatrical brings fairytale magic to life with ‘Cinderella’ and immersive boutique at Younts Center
October 14, 2026
Magic has arrived at the Younts Center for Performing Arts as Ignite Theatrical stages Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic Cinderella, delivering an ambitious youth production paired with an immersive fairytale experience…
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Hunt for gold: BridgeWay Station launches daily golden pumpkin scavenger hunt ahead of fall festival
October 14, 2026
A festive scavenger hunt is drawing visitors across the cobblestones at BridgeWay Station this week as the mixed-use development hosts its daily “Golden Pumpkin Hunt” in the countdown to its…
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Costumes, candy, and cinema: Mauldin’s ‘Friday Night Frights’ returns to outdoor amphitheater Oct. 23
October 14, 2026
Spooky season officially takes over the center of town next week as the City of Mauldin hosts its annual family-friendly Halloween celebration, “Friday Night Frights,” at the Mauldin Amphtheater Scheduled…
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chasing autumn: where to find the best fall foliage across the Golden Strip
October 14, 2026
As mid-October ushers in crisp morning air and cooler nights, the canopy across southern Greenville County is quietly shifting from deep summer greens to vivid golds, russet ambers, and fiery…
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Pianos, pumpkins, and play: BridgeWay Station hosts fall harvest festival weekend benefiting Woodmont High athletics
October 14, 2026
BridgeWay Station is rolling out an entire weekend of seasonal celebrations this Friday and Saturday, combining live music, classic autumn attractions, and community giving for its 2026 Fall Harvest Festival…
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Acclaimed upstate author Scott Gould to speak at M. Judson Booksellers in Fountain Inn
October 14, 2026
Acclaimed Upstate author Scott Gould will visit downtown Fountain Inn on Thursday, Oct. 22, for an intimate evening reading and discussion centered on his new novel, Beneath a Fallen Sky.…
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Community canvas: The Art Haven hosts annual art show and sale at Mauldin Cultural Center
October 14, 2026
Original works from Upstate emerging artists, students, and resident instructors take center stage in the heart of Mauldin as The Art Haven School of Art hosts its Annual Art Show…
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Family fun and giving back: Adam Taylor & team hosts 4th annual fall festival at The Taylor Barn
October 14, 2026
Seasonal festivities and community outreach pair up in Simpsonville this weekend as local real estate group Adam Taylor & Team at eXp Realty welcomes families to The Taylor Barn for…
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Toasting year one: Wine and Bourbon Barn marks first anniversary in Mauldin with Oct. 24 celebration
October 14, 2026
A local destination for fine spirits, boutique wines, and curated barrel picks is celebrating a major milestone this month as the Wine and Bourbon Barn marks its first anniversary on…
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Honoring heritage and memory: BridgeWay Station to host ‘Día de los Muertos’ Day of the Dead Festival
October 14, 2026
The vibrant colors, music, and traditions of Mexico’s most poignant holiday are coming to BridgeWay Station on Sunday, Nov. 1, as the development hosts its community Día de los Muertos…
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Family Fun Under the Stars: City of Georgetown hosts free screening of Disney Pixar’s Hoppers
October 14, 2026
Pack your lawn chairs and blankets for a special evening under the stars as the City of Georgetown continues its popular Movies in the Park series! On Friday, October 23,…
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Laurens County Community Theatre opens ‘The Addams Family’ this weekend
October 14, 2026
The curtain rises Friday on Laurens County Community Theatre’s production of “The Addams Family,” the musical comedy that kicks off the theater’s 2026-27 season. Opening night is set for 7:30…
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Live Music in Whitt Cline Community Park – October 15
October 14, 2026
Join us at Whitt Cline Community Park tomorrow, October 15, at 6:00 PM for a FREE outdoor concert featuring the Forest Acres Quintet. Experience an unforgettable evening as this group…
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The 37th Annual Holiday Festival of Lights opens Nov. 13 at James Island County Park
October 13, 2026Let it glow, let it glow, let it glow! The Holiday Festival of Lights at James Island County Park officially opens on Nov. 13. The Lowcountry’s beloved holiday light show…
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Gathering at the Garden: Carolina Human Reinvestment hosts Farm-to-Table fundraising dinner
October 12, 2026
Community members, local food enthusiasts, and supporters of youth development will gather for an unforgettable evening under the stars at the annual Farm to Table Fundraising Dinner in support of…
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Out on the Strip: The Best Neighborhood Halloween Displays Across the Golden Strip
October 12, 2026
From towering 12-foot skeletons and dancing light shows to viral yard haunts, local homeowners in Mauldin, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn are turning residential streets into must-see autumn spectacles. Grab a…
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Golden Skate Hosts Inaugural Cosmic Halloween Skate Night
October 12, 2026
Simpsonville roller rink adds a retro, cosmic twist to Halloween with cash costume prizes, glow-in-the-dark fun, and treats for early skaters. Looking for a high-energy way to spend Halloween night…
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Fountain Inn Museum’s Lowcountry Boil Returns this Thursday
October 12, 2026
A beloved culinary tradition returns October 15, blending classic coastal flavors with a mission to preserve and protect local history. One of Fountain Inn’s favorite community gatherings is back on…
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Spooky Paint & Pour Brings Seasonal Magic to The Mill
October 12, 2026
Local artist Liz Dwyer hosts a guided Halloween watercolor night upstairs at Fountain Inn’s popular community gathering hub. Looking for a relaxed, creative night out to welcome the Halloween season?…
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Plants, pints & prizes at ‘Boo-tanical Bingo’ in Simpsonville
October 12, 2026
Grow Life Plant Co. and 1885 Taproom team up for a full-blown Halloween bash designed for local green thumbs. If your idea of a perfect October evening involves rare foliage,…
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