The holiday season brings plenty of joy, yet it can be tough for many families in the Upstate. Kits for Kids GVL gives our community a way to help children and teens in foster care and families facing food insecurity. The project is fully volunteer-led, and Kidding Around Greenville is proud to help organize it […]
Thinking about heading to the Boiling Springs Christmas Parade? We have all the information on the parade, plus nearby restaurants where you might want to grab breakfast before the parade or lunch afterward.
Are you looking for places to shop locally in Spartanburg to support local small business owners? Spartanburg is home to many unique small businesses offering everything from special services to food products to clothing to pet products. For those of you wanting to shop on Small Business Saturday (the day after Black Friday), we’ve compiled this list of 40+ local Spartanburg businesses to guide your wallet.
Are you looking for places where young children can volunteer in Spartanburg? We’ve come up with several places where young kids can volunteer, as well as places where kids can take donations in Spartanburg. Peruse the list and find a Spartanburg location that will motivate your child to give.
It’s that time of year again—when the Grinch slips out of his cave and into Greenville, SC, stirring up trouble in the most festive way. If your family wants to snap a photo, share a laugh, or just soak up some Who-ville vibes, we’ve put together the ultimate list of Grinch appearances happening around Greenville this season.
Looking for some free things to do this holiday season in Greenville? Christmas can be a little hard on the budget. So we’ve rounded up top picks that are both friendly to your wallet and fun for your family during your holiday break. Add a few to your calendar to get you out of the house and away from the shopping frenzy.
Can you imagine living in a town where everyone decorated for Christmas and it was like somewhere out of a Hallmark Channel movie? Well, my friends such a place does exist and it’s not that far away from the Upstate. If you are looking for the ultimate light display, McAdenville, NC is it. Enjoying it will only cost you gas money to get there, and once you arrive – you won’t believe your eyes.
Have you visited the Greenville Christmas Market at the Grand Bohemian Lodge? Beautifully decorated with a splendorous merging of southern Christmas charm with a micro version of a traditional European Christmas markets, this open-air market is certain to spark holiday joy in even the Grinchiest of us. The market hosts dozens of local vendors, live music, serves holiday-themed food and beverages, and even offers the opportunity for your little one to visit with Santa to give him that very special list. You can explore the market from November until January 2024.
Looking for a new holiday tradition this year? 2020 has taken some of our favorite holiday events and things to do, but there are new things to enjoy, like Appalachian Christmas at Earthshine Lodge. Kidding Around contributor, Liene, has all the information about staying at the lodge, Christmas activities, llama hikes, brunch with Santa and whole lot more.
Love watching holiday classic movies on the big screen? Good news! You can watch classic holiday movies at Regal Cinemas this year for just $5. It’s all happening weekend starting November 26th, 2023 through Christmas Eve! Bring the family for a budget-friendly day out with some of your favorite Christmas movies. We have the schedule and all the details!
