These HUGE Greenville Christmas Events Start This Week!

This week's curated lineup of events in Greenville is here for you!

Good Morning Greenville!

I ended up missing some time last week due to the holidays so sorry if you haven’t heard from us in a little time! I’m back and ready to bring you some great events heading into December!

Let’s not waste any time and get right into it today!

-Josh Nicol

🎄 Christmas Inn Our Town – Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony 🎅

📅 When: Tuesday, December 3rd Starting at 5:00pm

🏢 Where: Fountain Inn Splash Pad - 108 N Main St

Kick off the holiday season with Fountain Inn’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony! Enjoy live performances leading up to the lighting of the Fountain Inn Tree, and don’t miss a special appearance by Santa himself, straight from the North Pole, to flip the switch!

Cozy up, bring your holiday cheer, and join us for this magical evening to celebrate the start of the season!

🎄 Greer City Park’s Spectacular Christmas Celebration! 🎅🏼

📅 When: Friday, December 6th from 5:00pm - 8:00pm

🏢 Where: City of Greer Events - 301 E Poinsett St. Greer, SC 29651

Mark your calendars for Friday, December 6, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and join us at Greer City Park for one of the Upstate’s most magical holiday events! Santa himself will be making a grand entrance to kick off the holiday season in style.

🎭 Don’t miss enchanting live performances on the Amphitheater Stage from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, followed by Santa’s grand arrival at 7:10 PM!

🎄 Holiday Arts Fair – Shop Local, Stay Cozy!

📅 When: Saturday, December 7th From 10:00am - 2:00pm

🏢 Where: 804 Trade St. Greer, SC 29651

Join us inside the Center for the Arts for the Holiday Arts Fair, where you can browse approximately 20 artist vendors offering unique, handmade gifts perfect for the season.

🌮 Food trucks will be on-site in the parking lot, so you can grab a delicious bite while you enjoy a warm, festive shopping experience indoors.

Support local artists and find one-of-a-kind treasures for everyone on your list! Don’t miss this cozy holiday market!

The First Interactive Nutcracker in History – Presented by TDS Dance Studios! 🎭

📅 When: Saturday, December 7th From 6:00pm

🏢 Where: McAlister auditorium - 3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville, SC

Experience the magic of The Nutcracker like never before with this first-of-its-kind interactive performance designed for children of all ages! Let your little one's eyes light up as they immerse themselves in the beauty, humor, and excitement of this enchanting ballet.

What to Expect:
 Act I: Entertainment, action, humor, and stunning scenery
 Act II: Interactive fun! With an Interactive Golden Box (available with your ticket), your child will receive props to use during character dances and a character autograph book.
🎉 Autograph Party: After the show, meet Clara, the Mouse King, and other characters up close, and collect their autographs!

🚨 Tickets Go On Sale: September 20th at 9:30 AM—set your alarm and don’t miss out!

Other Events Happening In The Local Lowdown

Thursday

🎄 VIP Party to Benefit Rotary Charities - Get ready to celebrate the season in style! Break out your fancy holiday attire and join us for a night of festive elegance and indulgence at this exclusive VIP reception.

Friday

🔥 Celebrate Yule at Carolina Bauernhaus! - Step back in time to honor one of the oldest winter solstice festivals, Yule, a celebration of the Sun’s return and the land’s rebirth. Join Carolina Bauernhaus for a festive evening filled with music, crafts, and holiday cheer!

🎨 First Fridays – Explore Greenville’s Art Scene! - Discover the best of Greenville’s visual arts at First Fridays, a monthly event where galleries and venues open their doors to the public from 6:00 – 9:00 PM.

Saturday

 🎁 Merry Little Market 2024 - Get ready for a day of holiday shopping and cheer at the Merry Little Market 2024! Find the perfect handmade gifts for everyone on your list while supporting over 40 local small businesses.

How excited are you about these events? Which ones are catching your interest, or what other types of events do you want to see more of? Reply to this email and let us know!

We’ll be back Wednesday to give you a date night idea and even more events coming up this week to use for your next night out so stay tuned!!

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