Welcome to your Things to Do this Weekend: December 6-8 post…
Weather Forecast
Friday: Cloudy, high of 58 & low of 41
Saturday: Sunny, high of 58 & low of 38
Sunday: Partly cloudy, high of 51 & low of 44
Complete forecast click here
Friday, December 6th
Holiday Fair at TD Convention Center 10am-8pm
It’s the 49th annual holiday fair! Shop from the Upstate’s largest holiday arts, crafts and gift show featuring 350+ crafters and vendors from 15 states. They’ll also be open on Saturday 10am-6pm. For more info click here.
Cost: $6 for adults, $4 for seniors 60+ & FREE for kids; purchases TBD
Holiday Laser Show at Roper Mountain Science Center 4:30-9pm
It’s back for the 2nd annual! The holiday laser shows are every Friday and Saturday night (4 showtimes each night) through December 21st. You can buy your tickets here.
Cost: $8 or $4 for members
Night of Lights on Main Street in Downtown GVL 5-8pm
Count down with Mayor White as they light the official Christmas tree and turn on all of the holiday plaza lights. This is FREE event that will feature food trucks and local vendors, live music and a special visit from Santa Claus. The official tree lighting will be at 6:30pm on Main Street (from Broad Street to Court Street.) PS, stop by Ice on Main for a special glow skate. All skaters receive glow sticks and a voucher to return to the rink at a discounted rate.
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
First Friday with Metropolitan Arts Council 6-9pm
Navigate through the Upstate’s art scene! All participating galleries and venues will be open from 6-9pm. You can click here for the complete list.
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
Sithmas: A Star Wars Christmas Party at Liability Brewing Co. 5-10pm
Join them for a Star Wars themed Christmas party! This FREE event will feature the movie soundtracks, Star Wars board games and costumes are encouraged. They’ll also be kicking off their toy drive, so bring a gift will get you a FREE sticker of the Liability Stormtrooper. See you on Friday!
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
Christmas in the Park at Trailblazer Park in Travelers Rest 5-7pm
It’s the first annual Christmas in the Park celebration! They’ll have FREE rides on the Polar Express Train and enjoy a FREE cup of hot chocolate and cookies. Santa will also be in the pavilion ready for photos with festive music, Christmas caroling and food trucks.
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
The Great Gatsby Prohibition Party at 13 Stripes Brewery 7pm-midnight
Celebrate the repeal of prohibition with a roaring 20’s party! They’ll have tons of beer, period themed attire, food and treats from BelAmazing Confections, prizes for the best dancer and more.
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
Saturday, December 7th
Yarn Trunk Show at London Fog Stitchery 10am-3pm
Come shop from two local yarn experts! They’ll also have baked goods to snack on while you shop.
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
Safari Santa at Greenville Zoo 11am-1pm
Come enjoy the zoo and take your photo with Santa! This FREE event will offer the opportunity to visit with Santa at the zoo. PS, the first 100 children will receive FREE milk and cookies!
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
Holiday Sip & Shop at Adrenaline Dance Fitness 11am-1pm
Shop from 5 local small businesses while you sip! They’ll have a complimentary mimosa bar, a big raffle and more. Check out all the vendors here.
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
3rd Annual Holiday at the Hampton with Birds Fly South 2-8pm
Shop from a curated holiday market featuring local makers and artisans! They’ll have plenty of special draft, bottle and canned beers along with music.
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
Poinsettia Christmas Parade along Main Street in Downtown GVL 6-7:30pm
Join the City of Greenville for their annual parade along Main Street! The night will be filled with floats and performances. For more than 75 years, the parade has signaled the start of the Christmas season in Greenville. The route stretches along Main Street from Augusta to North streets.
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
Sunday, December 8th
Pop Up in The Village Holiday Market with The Art Cellar at Artisans Traders 12:30-5:30pm
Shop from 20+ local artists! This pop up market will take place at Artisan Traders on Pendleton Street (right across from The Anchorage.)
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
A Holly Jolly Christmas at Centre Stage 3pm
Celebrate the holiday season with their new Christmas variety show! Showtimes are Thursday-Saturday at 8pm (select 2pm performances) and Sunday at 3pm. The holiday show will run through Saturday, December 21st. You can buy your tickets here.
Cost: tickets start at $25.50
Christmas at Heritage Park in Simpsonville 5:30-8:30pm
Celebrate the holiday season with Christmas at Heritage Park! You’ll get to visit with Santa, cozy up by a fire pit and a Polar Express style train. Can’t make it? This event will also take place Friday and Saturday and all next weekend.
Cost: FREE; purchases TBD
For even more things to do this weekend around Greenville click here. You can also check out our events calendar here.