What’s Happening for Free: Family Events in the Upstate
Looking for fun and free events happening in and around Greenville? You’re in the right place! This list is updated almost daily with local events where your family can play, explore, and make memories — without opening your wallet. From outdoor concerts and storytimes to seasonal festivals and community celebrations, these events are easy to enjoy and perfect for all ages.
Bookmark this list and check back often — we’re always adding new ways to have fun for free!
Free Events
| Date/Time | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| 🆓 | August 12, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Storytime on the Steps
at M. Judson Booksellers, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | August 12, 2026
6:00 pm |
The Sandlot on the Big Screen
at PKL Park, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | August 13, 2026
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm |
City of Spartanburg- Music on Main
at Morgan Square, Spartanburg SC |
| 🆓 | August 14, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
Girls' Flag Football Clinic — GirlPower Flag Football
at Southside Christian School, Simpsonville SC |
| 🆓 | August 15, 2026
8:00 am - 12:00 pm |
TD Saturday Market- Downtown Greenville
at Downtown Greenville, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | August 15, 2026
8:30 am - 12:00 pm |
TR Farmers Market- Downtown Travelers Rest
at Trailblazer Park (Travelers Rest), Travelers Rest SC |
| 🆓 | August 15, 2026
9:00 am - 10:00 pm |
India Day Greenville 2026
at Peace Center Greenville, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | August 15, 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Move Together Spartanburg: Family Exercise Series
at Morgan Square Park Downtown, Spartanburg South Carolina |
| 🆓 | August 15, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Storytime on the Steps
at M. Judson Booksellers, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | August 15, 2026
1:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
Summer's Final Bell
at PKL Park, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | August 15, 2026
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
Greenville Triumph vs. One Knoxville SC (Back to School Night)
at GE Vernova Park at BridgeWay Station, Mauldin SC |
| 🆓 | August 16, 2026
11:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Greer Farmers Market - Clean Water Appreciation
at Greer City Park, Greer SC |
| 🆓 | August 18, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Stories and Adventure - Public Service Appreciation
at The Driggers City of Greer Center of the Arts, Greer SC |
| 🆓 | August 19, 2026
10:00 am - 10:45 am |
Block Party
at Five Forks Library Branch, Simpsonville SC |
| 🆓 | August 19, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
STEM Storytime (Ages 2-5)
at Spartanburg Science Center, Spartanburg SC |
| 🆓 | August 19, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Storytime on the Steps
at M. Judson Booksellers, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | August 19, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm |
End of Summer Fellowship
at Enoree Baptist Church, Travelers Rest SC |
| 🆓 | August 20, 2026
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm |
City of Spartanburg- Music on Main
at Morgan Square, Spartanburg SC |
| 🆓 | August 21, 2026
10:30 am - 12:30 pm |
Great Southeast Pollinator Census
at Gorges State Park Grassy Ridge Access, Sapphire NC |
| 🆓 | August 22, 2026
8:00 am - 11:00 am |
Cars & Coffee
at Michelin Headquarters, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | August 22, 2026
8:00 am - 12:00 pm |
TD Saturday Market- Downtown Greenville
at Downtown Greenville, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | August 22, 2026
8:30 am - 12:00 pm |
TR Farmers Market- Downtown Travelers Rest
at Trailblazer Park (Travelers Rest), Travelers Rest SC |
| 🆓 | August 22, 2026
10:00 am |
Park Hop Playdate
at Unity Park, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | August 22, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Storytime on the Steps
at M. Judson Booksellers, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | August 23, 2026
11:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Greer Farmers Market - Community Resources
at Greer City Park, Greer SC |
Did you love this list? There’s a lot more to explore.
- Free Things to Do in the Upstate: a list of great things to do that are free or very cheap
- Find more family-friendly events on our Kidding Around Greenville Calendar