Inside: A list of events happening soon that are perfect for family night in Greenville, SC, and across the Upstate.
As my kids grow and begin heading off to college, one of the things I am most thankful for—and honestly wish we had done even more of—is simple, low-key time spent out having fun together. We did it frequently when they were little, but somewhere in the busyness of life, those easy family outings slowly gave way to long homework nights, teen jobs, and plans with their own friends.
Here in the Upstate, we are so lucky to have incredible, accessible options right in our backyard—from free outdoor movies at Unity Park and live music on the lawn in Greer or Simpsonville, to vibrant, family-friendly theater downtown. I created this guide to help you grab those sweet, simple moments while you can, slow down the clock, and enjoy a memorable Family Night Out with the people who matter most.
These Events Are Perfect for Family Night
| Date/Time | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| 🆓 | September 23, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm |
Wednesday Movie Night on the Big Screen
at PKL Park, Greenville SC |
September 23, 2026
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Wednesday Movie Night on the Big Screen
at PKL Park, Greenville SC |
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| 🆓 | September 24, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Family Craft Night
at Five Forks Library Branch, Simpsonville SC |
September 25, 2026
4:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
Friday Starry Nights at Roper Mountain Science Center
at Roper Mountain Science Center, Greenville SC |
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| 💙 | September 25, 2026
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
Denver Downs Fall Festival- Opening Weekend
at Denver Downs Farm, Anderson SC |
| 💙 | September 25, 2026
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Donkey River Farm: Flannels, Firepits and Farm Animals
at Donkey River Farm, Liberty SC |
| 🆓 | October 1, 2026
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Moonlight Movies: Wicked (2024)
at Falls Park on the Reedy, Greenville SC |
October 2, 2026
4:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
Friday Starry Nights at Roper Mountain Science Center
at Roper Mountain Science Center, Greenville SC |
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October 2, 2026
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
Denver Downs Fall Festival- 🎃Pumpkin Nights
at Denver Downs Farm, Anderson SC |
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| 💙 | October 3, 2026
7:00 pm - 8:45 pm |
James and the Giant Peachat South Carolina Children's Theatre, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | October 5, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
Fall Movie Night - Fox and the Hound
at Heyday Sandwiches and cocktails, Greenville SC |
| 🆓 | October 6, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
National Night Out
at Allison Park, Lyman SC |
| 🆓 | October 8, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:45 pm |
Hocus Pocus Halloween Movie Night
at Middle Tyger Library, Lyman SC |
October 9, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm |
Fall Moonlight Movie - Hocus Pocus
at Greer City Park, Greer SC |
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October 10, 2026
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm |
Greer150 Ghost Tours: Trade Street Tour
at Greer Heritage Museum, Greer SC |
Want more fun events?
Check out our Kidding Around Events Calendar, full of all the fun things happening in the Upstate.
