Are you hoping do a little flower picking at a pick-your-own flower farm? Spring has sprung with rows and rows of beautiful blooms at flower farms near Greenville, SC and in Western North Carolina. These are the UPick flower farms that will welcome you and your kids to a feast of color, and an opportunity to pick your own gorgeous blooms.
Searching for cheap things to do over spring break? Spring Break fun doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. There are plenty of things to do to in the Greenville area and at home that will quickly fill up the downtime during the break and even better, don’t require a ton of energy or planning. Read on to discover ten cheap things to do in Greenville this spring break.
Did you know Spartanburg is close to several destinations that are perfect for a family vacation? You can drive to all these locations in 8 hours or less saving the price of airline tickets. Keep reading to find out which places are less than a day’s drive from Spartanburg.
Where can you bring the kids for an educational adventure close to home in Upstate, SC? From historic mill sites and battlefield hikes to nature observations and scientific discoveries, Greenville offers so many opportunities to learn while having fun. So, get out of the books and out for a family learning adventure! Even better, many of these adventures are free or very low cost.
The Children’s Museum of the Upstate Spartanburg offers educational fun for children five and under.
Have you visited the awesome indoor entertainment complex, The Big E, in Gaffney, SC? We sent a local mom for a fun day with her family! She shares what her family loves about The Big E in Gaffney, SC and all of the activities you will find there.
Plant Stella is one of those downtown Greenville spots that makes you slow down and smile. Whether you’re strolling through Falls Park or exploring Main Street, this little oasis is the perfect place to pause with your kids (or your teen!) and soak in something beautiful — and delicious.
Give back in the Great Outdoors at Pisgah Project Day in Brevard, NC. In 2025, 500 volunteers completed 25 projects in a single day.
The SC Festival of Flowers Signature Topiary Display runs June 1–30 throughout Uptown Greenwood, SC and features 55 unique living sculptures.
If your kids (or teens!) love to skate, scooter, or ride bikes, there’s a brand-new spot in Clemson you’ll want to add to your list. The skatepark at Clemson Park and Community Gardens is officially open — and the excitement from the local community is real.
We spent some time at the new park to get the full story.
