Red, White & Boats! Upstate South Carolina Boat Show returns to Greenville Convention Center January 22-25
December 30, 2025
The Upstate SC Boat Show is back and bigger than ever. Celebrating 55 years as the region’s premier boating event, the show will take place January 22–25, 2026 at the…
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LiveWildFest returns May 2, 2026, with new venue at Firefly Distillery
December 19, 2025
Presale Tickets Launch January 8 LiveWildFest, Charleston’s homegrown health and wellness festival, returns on May 2, 2026, bringing a vibrant day of movement, mindfulness, music, and community connection. This year,…
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Weekend passes for 2026 Reedy Reels Film Festival on sale now
December 12, 2025
Do you have plans for the weekend of March 27th, 2026? Now you do. Weekend passes are now on sale for the Reedy Reels Film Festival, the Upstate’s largest Film…
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Columbia Food & Wine Festival returns April 22-26, 2026, and launches new Tastemakers patron program
December 12, 2025
Columbia Food & Wine Festival (CFWF), which returns to the Midlands April 22-26, 2026, launched Tastemakers, a patron giving circle that offers insider access to festival experiences while supporting the…
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Hispanic Alliance announces culinary and musical lineup for Homes for the Holidays Tour on December 13
December 3, 2025
The Hispanic Alliance announced the culinary and musical headliners for this year’s highly anticipated Homes for the Holidays event taking place on Saturday, December 13th. The one-of-a-kind holiday celebration transforms…
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Downtown Laurens Welcomes December with a Month of Holiday Magic
December 3, 2025
Downtown Laurens is kicking off the most magical month of the year with a festive lineup of holiday events designed to bring joy, community spirit, and small-town charm to the…
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A Very Clinton Christmas Kicks Off This Thursday in Downtown Clinton
December 3, 2025
The holiday season is about to shine a little brighter in Downtown Clinton as A Very Clinton Christmasofficially kicks off this Thursday, bringing four days of festive celebrations, family fun,…
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Christmas at LushAcres: A New Holiday Tradition Begins in Clinton
December 3, 2025
LushAcres Farm is inviting families from across Laurens County to experience the magic of the season at its First Annual Christmas at LushAcres celebration. The event will take place on…
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Broad Street UMC Hosts Christmas Market This Saturday
December 3, 2025
Broad Street United Methodist Church is gearing up for its annual Christmas Market, set for Saturday, December 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The festive indoor-and-outdoor market will feature…
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Holidays at Greenridge returns Dec. 9 with movies, Santa and giving back
December 2, 2025
Family event runs 5–8 p.m.; Happy Wheels book drive with Barnes & Noble; Greenridge invites 2026 nonprofit partners The Shops at Greenridge will kick off the season with its free,…
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Early bird pricing for Greenville Convention Center’s Holiday Fair benefitting Rotary Club of Greenville ends soon
December 2, 2025
Ticket Prices Increase by $5 on December 4th Don’t miss your chance to save on tickets for Holiday Fair benefitting the Rotary Club of Greenville, Greenville’s largest winter festival, running…
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City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department partnering with The Nickelodeon Theater to present Screen on the Green
December 2, 2025
Who: City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department and The Nickelodeon Theater What: The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department and The Nickelodeon Theater have partnered for Screen on the Green…
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Midlands Clay Arts Society 24th Annual Holiday Sale is December 4-6 at Stormwater Studios
December 2, 2025
Midlands Clay Arts Society are invited to our 24th Annual Midlands Clay Arts Holiday Sale, to be held December 4-6, 2025 at Stormwater Studios, 413 Pendleton Street, Columbia, SC. Admission…
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Historic Columbia announces December 2025 events
December 2, 2025
Historic Columbia offers a full slate of tours and programs throughout December, including Historic Holiday Tours at two landmark properties and a preservation-focused Renovation Rodeo in the Vista. PROGRAMS &…
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Joanna Christmas Parade Set for December 7
November 30, 2025
As the holiday season arrives in Laurens County, the Joanna community is gearing up for a festive tradition that brings neighbors, families, and local organizations together. The Joanna Festival Committee…
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Mark your calendars for the 5th Annual Shucked & Sauced
November 25, 2025
This quintessential Lowcountry affair will again showcase the best of land and sea in one of Charleston’s most iconic parks. Park lovers and foodies will enjoy oysters from favorite oyster…
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A Very Clinton Christmas: Four Days of Small-Town Holiday Magic
November 22, 2025
The City of Clinton and Main Street Clinton are ushering in the holiday season with A Very Clinton Christmas, a four-day celebration filled with festive events, family traditions, and the…
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Reedy’s Winter Wonderland coming Dec. 19 at Fluor Field
November 20, 2025
The Greenville Drive is bringing holiday cheer to Fluor Field this season with the launch of a brand-new family event — Reedy’s Winter Wonderland, presented by Canal Insurance. In celebration…
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The Charleston Parks Conservancy raises $275,000 at its 15th Annual Party for the Parks
November 20, 2025
The Charleston Parks Conservancy raised $275,000 at its 15th annual Party for the Parks on Saturday, November 8, 2025, supporting the care and enhancement of 26 public parks, gardens, and…
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Gray Court Set to Shine: Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony This Monday
November 19, 2025
Holiday cheer is set to fill downtown Gray Court as the community prepares for its Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Monday, November 24th at 5:30 PM on Main Street. This…
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Converse celebrates holiday season with annual Festival of Lessons and Carols
November 18, 2025
Converse University invites the Spartanburg community to joyfully celebrate the holiday season on December 4, 2025, during its Festival of Lessons and Carols in Twichell Auditorium at the Zimmerli Performance…
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Columbia’s Gingerbread House Competition returns—free family event supports local families
November 18, 2025The sweetest tradition in the Midlands returns this holiday season! The 3rd Annual SC Gingerbread House Competition, hosted by Davis Architecture at AIA Columbia (1530 Main Street, Columbia, SC), invites families, artists, bakers,…
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Choosing the Right City and Venue: What Really Matters for Multi-Day Business Conferences
November 18, 2025
By Leah Stoudemire Lawson For cities hoping to attract major conferences, understanding what event planners value isn’t just helpful. It’s essential. Behind every multi-day business conference that brings hundreds…
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Finlay Park grand re-opening – Saturday & Sunday, November 15-16
November 14, 2025
As excitement builds for the Grand Re-Opening of Finlay Park, the City of Columbia has released important details on parking, shuttle transportation and safety guidelines for the celebration set for…
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Yuletide Home Tour returns with new stops and historic highlights
November 12, 2025
The Friends of the Georgetown Library are inviting residents and visitors alike to celebrate the season with a beloved local tradition: The 23rd annual Yuletide Home Tour, set for 1-5…
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Eastside Elementary to Host Holiday Craft Fair and Holiday Market on November 16
November 11, 2025
Eastside Elementary School will kick off the holiday season early with its annual Holiday Craft Fair and Eastside Holiday Market on Sunday, November 16, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. The…
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Holiday Open House on Augusta Street
November 9, 2025Augusta Street Holiday Tradition Continues Augusta Road Business Association (ARBA) is hosting their annual celebration to kick off the holiday season. Holiday Open House will take place on Sunday, November…
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Save the Date for the City of Laurens Holiday Kick-Off Weekend
November 9, 2025
The City of Laurens is bringing the holiday spirit to the Square once again with its annual Holiday Kick-Off Weekend, happening Friday and Saturday, December 5–6, 2025. The weekend will…
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City of Clinton Gears Up for Annual Christmas Parade
November 9, 2025
The City of Clinton is once again spreading holiday cheer as plans are underway for the Annual Christmas Parade, set for Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM in downtown…
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South Carolina’s largest modular train layout to headline Greenville Convention Center’s Holiday Fair
November 5, 2025
Greenville Convention Center announced that South Carolina’s largest modular train layout display will be the centerpiece of this year’s Holiday Fair benefitting the Rotary Club of Greenville, running from Thursday,…
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Inaugural Irmo Christmas Parade – Dec 6
November 4, 2025
Get ready to usher in the holiday season with a spectacular new tradition! The Town of Irmo Events Committee announced the First Annual Irmo Christmas Parade, rolling through our streets…
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New quilt exhibition at Upcountry History Museum showcases storytelling of holiday classic in cloth
October 30, 2025
Quilts and holidays are a perfect blend, and the Upcountry History Museum’s newest exhibition, “Sue Reich’s The Quilter’s Night Before Christmas,” will take visitors on a familiar yet unique journey…
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Wingard’s Market releases details on Jingle Bell Bash and Christmastime festivities
October 30, 2025
Wingard’s Market, one of the top 100 Garden Center’s in the country that is located in the heart of Lexington, announced the details of their Jingle Bell Bash! The weekend-long…
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Hilton Head Island 2025 Lantern Parade
October 30, 2025
Get ready for volumes of light celebrating history, beauty and community spirit With an array of spectacular illuminated creations floating through the air, Hilton Head Island’s night sky and Coligny…
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Thousands Flock to Georgetown for 36th Annual Wooden Boat Show
October 28, 2025
The South Carolina Maritime Museum‘s 36th annual Wooden Boat Show weekend wrapped up after an unforgettable event that drew thousands to Georgetown’s historic downtown district. Despite weather challenges the prior week, beautiful conditions this…
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Foothills Skills and Crafts Show Returns to Piedmont Technical College
October 26, 2025
Shoppers looking to get a jump on their holiday gift lists won’t want to miss the 2025 Foothills Skills and Crafts Show, returning Saturday, November 1, to the breezeways of…
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Ghosts, ghouls, and goodies galore at Five Points Trick-or-Treat this Sunday!
October 25, 2025
The Five Points Association invites families, friends, and costumed characters of all ages to join us for our annual Five Points Trick-or-Treat event this Sunday, October 26, from 4:00–6:00 p.m.…
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One More Saturday to Savor: October 25 at the LushAcres Fall Festival
October 22, 2025
As the leaves deepen and the air turns crisp, there’s still one more weekend of autumn joy waiting — join us on Saturday, October 25, for the final full day…
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Spoleto Festival USA partners with True Tickets to bring digital ticketing to one of America’s premier arts festivals
October 21, 2025
True Tickets, the secure digital ticket delivery service reshaping audience relationships for arts and cultural institutions, has announced a new partnership with Spoleto Festival USA — the nation’s leading multidisciplinary…
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Hotter on the Hill Chili Cook-Off Brings Heat and Heart to Cross Hill
October 20, 2025
The first annual Hotter on the Hill Chili Cook-Off fired up taste buds and community spirit on October 18 at the Cross Hill Town Park. Seven teams came ready to…
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Hog and Barrel Festival returns this weekend
October 20, 2025
The Upstate’s best festival that honors all things bacon, bourbon and barbecue is back this weekend at Events at Judson Mill. The 2025 Hog & Barrel Festival kicks off on…
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Presbyterian College’s Alpha Delta Pi to Host “ADPalooza” Philanthropy Carnival
October 20, 2025
Presbyterian College’s Alpha Delta Pi sorority is inviting the community to join them for a day of fun and philanthropy at ADPalooza, a carnival-style event taking place Saturday, October 25,…
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Dominion Energy to begin performing tree trimming activities as scheduled for 2025
October 17, 2025
Dominion Energy will begin performing tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods on Monday, October 20, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
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Holiday Market at the Daniel Island Recreation Center set for November 8, 2025 from 10am-4pm
October 17, 2025
The 5th Annual Holiday Market will be held November 8, 2025, 10am – 4pm, Daniel Island Recreation Center, 160 Fairbanks Drive, Daniel Island, free entry, plenty of free parking This…
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Vendors Wanted for Broad Street UMC Christmas Market — December 6
October 15, 2025
Broad Street United Methodist Church is inviting local vendors to participate in its upcoming Christmas Market on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The church hopes to bring together artisans, crafters, small…
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More Fall Fun Ahead This Weekend at LushAcres Fall Festival
October 15, 2025
The LushAcres Fall Festival has been in full swing this season, and the fun isn’t over yet! After several exciting weekends filled with family activities, the festival continues this weekend,…
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South Carolina State Fair Underway Through October 19
October 12, 2025
The South Carolina State Fair is in full swing, running now through October 19 at the fairgrounds in Columbia. Now in its 156th year, the fair continues to blend agricultural…
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Fall Festival Fun Continues Weekends Through October at LushAcres Farm
October 12, 2025
Fall is in full swing at LushAcres Farm, where the annual Fall Festival is bringing families together for seasonal fun, pumpkin picking, and meaningful community support. The festival runs every…
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Trick, treat & trail family fun run and festival on Oct. 25
October 7, 2025
Get in the Halloween spirit with a fun-filled event for the whole family. Get ready for a spook-tacular time at the second annual Trick, Treat & Trail Family Fun Run and…
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Green Valley Country Club raises over $30,000 during inaugural Golf & Benefit Concert
October 6, 2025
Green Valley Country Club (“Green Valley”) hosted its first annual Golf & Benefit Concert on September 19th, raising more than $30,000 in support of two impactful organizations: the Meyer Center…
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