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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Moretti’s Pizzeria & Bar to Donate Portion of Sales to ‘Let There Be Mom’ Charity
October 21, 2026
Local diners can support Upstate families facing serious illness this Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, simply by ordering lunch or dinner. Moretti’s Pizzeria & Bar, located at 783 E. Butler Rd.…
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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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Winners announced for the 37th Annual Georgetown Wooden Boat Show
October 21, 2026
Downtown Georgetown hosted the 37th Annual Wooden Boat Show over the weekend, celebrating maritime craft, community spirit, and classic craftsmanship along Front Street and the waterfront. Organizers with the South…
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Two Saturdays remain to enjoy the LushAcres Farm fall festival
October 21, 2026
Families who have not yet made it out to the LushAcres Farm fall festival in Clinton still have time, and the calendar is to thank for it. October 2026 has…
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Last chance to catch ‘The Addams Family’ at Laurens County Community Theatre
October 21, 2026
Laurens County Community Theatre’s production of “The Addams Family” enters its final weekend, giving theatergoers three more opportunities to see the musical comedy that opened the theater’s 2026-27 season. The…
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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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Festival of Trees returns to Laurens County Museum with only three spots left
October 20, 2026
The Laurens County Museum is preparing for its annual Festival of Trees, and organizers say time is running short for anyone hoping to take part. According to the museum, only…
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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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Free porch concert fundraiser returns to Shandon neighborhood
October 19, 2026
South Carolina Philharmonic Youth Orchestra members perform on November 8, 2026. For the second year, members of the South Carolina Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (SCPYO) will perform a free pops concert…
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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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Stage lights and local ties: Greater Mauldin Chamber to host ‘Business After Hours’ celebrating Mauldin Theatre Company’s milestone Season X
October 19, 2026
Local business leaders and arts enthusiasts will gather this Thursday for an evening of creative networking and milestone celebrations as the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce hosts its latest Business…
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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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Congaree Land Trust welcomes the Midlands to ‘Oysters for Acres’ Event
October 19, 2026
Congaree Land Trust (CLT) will host Oysters for Acres on Wednesday, November 18, at The Millstone at Adams Pond. Tickets are on sale now for this fall conservation celebration. The…
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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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Spooky season hits high gear with 10 Days of Community Thrills
October 19, 2026
The countdown to Halloween in the Golden Strip is officially on, and you won’t have to wait until October 31 to break out the costumes. Over the next ten days,…
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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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Simpsonville fire department and DEA to host pre-holiday drug take back event on Oct. 24
October 19, 2026
As local households begin preparing for seasonal family gatherings and holiday visitors, the Simpsonville Fire Department is teaming up with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to help residents clear unneeded…
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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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Acclaimed upstate author Scott Gould to speak at M. Judson Booksellers in Fountain Inn
October 17, 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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Meta brings national AI accessibility initiative to Columbia, providing free smart glasses to blind veterans
October 15, 2026
Meta is bringing its nationwide artificial intelligence accessibility initiative to South Carolina’s Midlands this week, partnering with the American Council of the Blind to provide free Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses…
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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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Celebrating Italian-American Heritage Month: authentic tastes and traditions across the Golden Strip
October 14, 2026
October is National Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month, honoring the enduring contributions, heritage, and culinary traditions of Americans of Italian descent. Across Mauldin, Simpsonville, and Fountain Inn, you don’t need…
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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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Prayer breakfast to honor Laurens County first responders Oct. 26
October 14, 2026
Laurens County first responders are invited to a prayer breakfast held in their honor Monday, Oct. 26, at 8 a.m. at the Ag Center. The breakfast is open to all…
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Fall festival returns Oct. 24 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Clinton
October 14, 2026
Westminster Presbyterian Church will host its free fall festival Saturday, Oct. 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the church, 1387 Highway 56 South, in Clinton. Over the years, the…
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Columbia Italian Festival moves to Saturday, October 17 due to weather
October 13, 2026
Festival will remain at Finlay Park with Italian food, entertainment, vendors and activities Due to the increasingly unfavorable weather forecast for this weekend, organizers of the Columbia Italian Festival have…
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Lake Murray Country kicks off holiday shopping season with Annual Open House
October 13, 2026
Capital City/Lake Murray Country will kick off the holiday shopping season with its annual Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale on Tuesday, November 10, from 9 a.m. to 4…
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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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Youth Cast Brings ‘Cinderella’ to the Younts Center Stage
October 12, 2026
Fountain Inn’s rising performers shine downtown as Rodgers & Hammerstein’s beloved fairy tale captivates local audiences. A timeless fairy tale has found new life on the historic Younts Center stage,…
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