Are you thinking of heading to Downtown Greenville to catch a Broadway show, sporting event, or other fun activity at one of the theater, sports, or entertainment venues in Greenville, SC? Whether you’re heading to a show at the Peace Center, a concert at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena, or a Greenville Drive game at Fluor Field, we have the info you need to make the most of your night (or day) out on the town like where to park and eat at each venue.
Searching for ‘tot times near me’? Or maybe ‘toddler times near Greenville, SC’? Tot Times are awesome for little ones and their parents – kids get to play during a designated time just for them, whether it’s at a museum, bounce house, or gym. And parents know their kids are safe and enjoying the time to get out energy. We’ve rounded up the best places for Tot Times around Greenville – so pick a few and let your mini-hurricane get out some energy.
Are you looking for a new park to explore in downtown? KAG contributor and local mom, Deborah, has the scoop on Pinkney Fludd Park and some other exciting ways to enjoy your time downtown. Pinckney Fludd Park offers a fun playground, climbing structure and more, all within a short walk of Heritage Green.
What you’ll find at Pinckney-Fludd Park
The small neighborhood park of Pinckney Fludd is on Pinckney Street just up from the beautiful, historic district of Hampton-Pinckney. The first house in this district was built by William Pinckney McBee, Vardry McBee’s son, before the Civil War, so you can expect mature trees and a wide street in a quiet neighborhood.
Just three minutes away from Heritage Green, this park makes the perfect addition to a day at the Children’s Museum or the Hughes Main Library!
Parking for the Pickney Fludd Park is conveniently located on Pinckney Street right in front of the gate. The park is fully enclosed and includes a basketball net as well as a picnic table and shaded bench. The new playground equipment did not disappoint!
My boys loved trying to climb across the playground without ever touching the ground. They even made it a race by timing themselves. As your children tryout the playground’s climbing structures, they will build confidence, determination, and important motor skills.
The go-round was a highlight to the playground. You can safely spin around in it very quickly, and even when you stop pushing it, it will continue to turn around slowly when children are in it. My son was super excited when he noticed the “space ship.” He called it this because of the clear dome at the top of the slide. These kinds of features really ignite the imagination of a child!
More to do after you visit the park
After the playground, we decided to drive down to the Greenville Train Station and were thrilled to watch a long train pulling all sorts of military vehicles! Trains and tanks – how can you go wrong!
Last, but not least, this park is only a block from two trolley stops on the Arts West line, or green line. Catch a free ride downtown to the farmer’s market from 10 am – 2 pm on Saturdays.
Or, enjoy our exciting downtown Thursday through Sunday evenings. Be sure to download the Trolley Tracker app so you know exactly when the next trolley will arrive.
Grab a basketball and bring your entire family out for a fun day or evening together!
Looking for the best fried chicken in Greenville, SC? Think local. I’d much rather spend my time and money at a local restaurant and enjoy a chicken sandwich, knowing that the owners thoughtfully consider their ingredients and that my purchase goes right back into the local economy.
Greenville has a bunch of awesome places to get chicken sandwiches – and our readers told us exactly where to go. So skip the drive-thru and head to one of these local gems.
Stressing about soaking up the very last of summer break and need ideas of things to do with your family in or near Greenville, SC? We’ve got the perfect summer break bucket list for you!
If the last couple weeks of summer break have snuck up on you and you’re blanking on ideas of things to do with your kids that haven’t yet done or just need some places to make those memories before sending kids back to school, we’ve put together some ideas for you based on cost (because budgeting matters, right?).
If you need a new date night idea or something one-of-a-kind for your next event, we’ve got the perfect idea for you. Alchemy Comedy Theater in Greenville, SC will make you laugh so hard your stomach hurts. Every show is different. Every show is hilarious. And every show will keep you on your toes.
Overview of Alchemy Comedy
Located inside Coffee Underground in downtown Greenville, Alchemy Comedy Theater has been making people laugh since 2011. Weekly offerings include a combination of improv, stand up, and sketch comedy.
All shows are live and incredibly energetic and interactive, featuring different local performers each week. The atmosphere is also laid-back and casual—no stuffiness about it. Coffee Underground offers food, coffee, and alcoholic beverages on its menu for patrons to enjoy before, during, and after the show.
What Alchemy Comedy Offers
Alchemy Comedy Theater offers a variety of different shows, classes, and special events throughout the year. You can even hire them for your next event!
Comedy Shows: Improv, Stand-Up, and Sketches
Fans of shows like “Whose Line is it Anyway” and skits on the “Tonight Show” will love Alchemy’s improv shows. I have no idea how they come up with things so quickly that are so funny. They’re truly unique comedic experiences.
If you attend, you may even get the opportunity to participate in the fun on stage! It’s been said that the more shows you attend, the funnier everything gets. All upcoming improv, stand-up, and sketch comedy shows can be found on Alchemy Comedy’s calendar.
Improv Comedy Classes
The Alchemy Comedy Theater offers improv classes throughout the Greenville area. Each 6-week long class is held weekly from 6:30-9:00 pm. There are a variety of classes based on experience, but in order to reach the next level, you need to graduate from the previous class. The only graduation requirement is to attend at least 4 of the six classes.
However, there’s no comedy or theater experience needed in order to take Improv 101. Alchemy Comedy Students also get free admission to their shows while enrolled in a class! You can read more about their classes on Alchemy’s website.
Comedy Workshops and Shows at Your Next Event
You can also hire Alchemy Comedy for your next event! Whether it’s for business or personal fun, the theater offers group workshops, private shows, and even performances. These specialty workshops are great for businesses, students, and birthday parties. They even did a private show for TEDx Greenville. Read more details about hiring Alchemy Comedy.
Are you looking for a styled picnic service or sleepover party rentals in Greenville, SC? Wondering “Where can I find sleepover party rentals near me?” One of the better things to become a trend in the last few years is styled slumber parties and picnics. Gone are the days of a simple sleeping bag or picnic blanket being enough to wow a crowd and these small business owners are rising to the task.
This list of talent includes people who can create a themed slumber party for your child, a themed grown-up slumber party, a themed picnic party, and even someone who can help you with a beautiful picnic celebration on the beaches of the low country.
Whether you have a reason to celebrate, or you just want to celebrate making it through the week, the help you need is on this list!
Photo Credit: Pampas and Picnics / Dream House Sleepovers
Themed Indoor Slumber Parties & Sleepovers
These businesses will come to your home or party venue and set up a teepee-style tent and air mattress for each child, along with matching themed items. If you don’t see the theme you are interested in, don’t hesitate to ask.
These sleep-over setups require an area of approximately 6 feet by 4 feet per tent. The huge gain in popularity means that the availability of services books up quickly, and planning a month or more in advance might be required.
Things typically included in a slumber party setup:
A teepee
A Mattress and fully decorated bed
Themed Accessories
Battery-operated fairy lights, LED neon lights or other lighted accents
A decorated tray table
Throw pillows or cushions
Blankets
A nameplate, chalkboard name boards, or cafe board
Additional themed accessories
*For health reasons bed pillows are not supplied by most service providers
Sensational Sleepovers(Charlotte Area) What makes them unique: They also offer balloon arches and other balloon statement pieces.
The Cost: Packages start at $319 for a 3 child setup, with more packages available online.
Available themes:
Dare to Dream – Unicorn Theme
City of Lights – Parisian Theme
Into The Woods or Campfire Bites – Camping Theme
Glamor Girl
Bear Hugs
Wonderland
Secret Garden
Charli – TikTok Theme
Game On – Gamer Theme
FIFA Fever – Soccer
Sleepy Hollow
Sports Connection
Glamourous Outdoor Tent Services
Looking for a fun date night option, without needing a babysitter? What about glamping in your backyard with your special person? Or if you need a mom escape, you can do it all alone! Glamping is made simple with services that set up and decorate for whatever the occasion is.
Tented Greenville Did the themed kids’ sleepover setups make you wish you were a kid again? Unfortunately, we don’t have a time machine, but Tented Greenville can help you with their luxurious tent setups. With their help, you can throw your grownup slumber party, romantic date night, or a backyard mom escape.
Add some fancy meat and cheeses to that glamping setup with a Custom made Charcuterie Board!
Picture Perfect Picnic Setup Services
Glamourous picnics are the new trend in social gatherings! Add a charcuterie board, and you have an instagramable feast for the eyes, and the stomach!
This Upstate picnic service offers you custom seating for your meal, along with the option of a crafty keepsake. Pakita Picnics includes a customized menu card for each setting, and their Moroccan-themed set-up is fantastic to see in person. It would undoubtedly make any meal special.
Picnic & Company If you just want to make one phone call and have it all taken care of at once, Picnic & Company is the only Upstate all-inclusive picnic service. They will do everything from the table setup and decor to the food and refreshments. Your work begins and ends when you reserve them to handle your special picnic.
Pampas and Picnics (Charleston) I can’t think of a better way to end a beach trip with your family than a sunset picnic on the beach. Who has room to bring all the extra stuff on a beach trip for something like this, though? The good news is you can leave it to Christine with Pampas and Picnics. She can even guide you to the perfect source of food for the picnic! She’s kind of a local expert. Enjoying a glamorous picnic on the beach should be on everyone’s bucket list; I’m adding it to mine!
If you’re wondering “Where are the best and most beautiful places to kayak near me?”, then we have you covered! Kristina enjoys kayaking with her kids and lists out some great places to get on the water kayaking in Greenville, SC and the Upstate.
Lake Robinson
I can’t remember where my love of kayaking started but it’s been such a fun activity for my family in the Upstate that we go often in the summer.
I’ve been kayaking with my two kids since my youngest was about three years old. Admittedly, I was nervous the first time I took them out but once I got the hang of it, we had a blast.
I rented tandem kayaks (a double kayak with a jump seat, perfect for little kids) the first few times I went out with them but then got my own Perception tandem…and then bought a couple more.
I go every chance I can. So, if you love kayaking, Greenville, SC has plenty to offer!
If you like to SUP (stand-up paddleboarding), this list will be helpful also!
Tips for Kayaking With Kids
Here are a few things to keep in mind:
Make sure everyone wears a PFD (personal flotation device). This is for the safety of all. PFDs are a hot topic in the kayaking community but it’s not a chance you want to take when kids are involved. Places that rent kayaks will almost always have them available.
Bring enough snacks and water. Smaller kids can’t paddle and you’ll need to occupy them if they get fussy if you can’t find someplace to beach the kayak and let them get out and play around in the water.
Bring sunscreen and reapply it often. I’ve gotten sunburned more times than I should have.
Have a map of the lake/river, whistle, and first aid kit for safety reasons.
Research the area ahead of time to know if you need a permit to kayak and if you can swim in the lake or not. We tell you here what we know about each location.
Lastly, Paddle SC is a great, local resource for paddling in the Upstate.
Places to Kayak Near Me: Upstate, South Carolina
Lake Placid in Paris Mountain State Park
No private boats on Lake Placid but canoe and kayak rentals are available for a small fee. You can also swim there. The lake is really small and good for a beginner kayaker. Experienced kayakers will get bored.
Fees: Yes, you’ll pay a fee to enter the park unless you have a SC State Parks pass. Rentals are a separate fee. Address: 2401 State Park Road, Greenville Distance from Greenville: In Greenville
Saluda Lake
Saluda Lake is a 331-acre reservoir where you can stand up paddle board, kayak, and canoe. You can also rent kayaks from various outfitters at the lake. Launch at Buckskin Road in Easley for free access.
Fees: You can pay around $7 to put in at Fins on Saluda Address: 605 Motor Boat Club Road, Greenville Distance from Greenville: miles
Pinnacle Lake and Lake Oolenoy in Table Rock State Park
Pinnacle Lake and Lake Oolenoy, a 36-Acre lake and a 67-acre lake (respectively) with a boat ramp on Lake Oolenoy. Canoes, kayaks, and pedal boats are available for rental on Pinnacle Lake for a fee and you can bring your own kayak to Lake Oolenoy.
This lake is a great kayaking spot and is a nice spot for a beginner’s skill level. Canoeing and kayaking with kids on Pinnacle Lake is a great memory maker!
Fees: You’ll pay a fee to enter the park unless you have an SC State Parks pass. Rentals are a separate fee. Address: 158 Ellison Lane, Pickens Distance from Greenville: 40 minutes
Lake Cunningham & Lake Robinson
Lake Cunningham and Lake Robinson, 200-acre and 800-acre lakes (respectively) are very calm and great for beginners. There’s a place to rent kayaks near the entrance to Lake Robinson.
Fees: A boating permit is required and costs $5 for residents per outing or $30 per year. Address: 2544 Mays Bridge Road, Greer (Lake Robinson); 2844 N. McElhaney Road, Greer (Lake Cunningham) Distance from Greenville: 25 minutes
Upper Saluda River
Paddling SC has several trips you can take on the 70-mile stretch of the Upper Saluda River around Greenville. The access points at Dolly Cooper Park and Timmerman Road are the ones I see most mentioned in local kayaking groups. A local business, the Saluda River Rambler, will shuttle kayakers and their boats along the river, which is a fantastic option. They also rent yaks!
Fees: None; separate fee for the shuttle Address: See access points for the Upper Saluda River Distance from Greenville: Dolly Cooper Park is 15 minutes from Greenville
Broadway Lake
A public boat ramp provides access to the 300-acre Broadway Lake in Anderson. Swimming is permitted.
Fees: $2 per boat launch fee Address: Between US 76 and SC 28, Anderson Distance from Greenville: 45 minutes
Lake Bowen
Lake Bowen is a sizeable 1,534-acre with two boat ramps and 33 miles of shoreline. This is a huge body of water, so plan accordingly. Read more about Lake Bowen in our KA review.
Fees: Daily boating fees range from $20-$40 depending on if you’re a resident of Spartanburg County. Address: 8515 Highway 9, Inman Distance from Greenville: 40 minutes
Boyd’s Millpond
Boyd’s Millpond is a small lake in Laurens County that is perfect for kayaks since boats with motors no larger than 15 horsepower are allowed here. There is one public access boat ramp.
Fees: None Address: Boat ramp is at Karl H. Dixon Memorial Park. The park is located on Boyd’s Mill Pond Road just off SC Highway 252. Distance from Greenville: 45 minutes
Green River
The Green River in Saluda, NC is great fun for a kayaking trip. We went tubing there and lots of people were kayaking, enjoying the smaller rapids. You’ll need to figure out how to get you and your kayaks back to your car though if you kayak this river since it’s a one-way, downstream route. Or you can call one of the local outfitters and arrange kayak rentals or transportation.
Fees: None Address: Put in at Fishtop Access, 2302 Green River Cove Rd, Saluda, NC Distance from Greenville: An hour
Green River
Lyman Lake
Lyman Lake is part of Spartanburg County Parks, kayakers are welcome to explore the water here. Boating is by permit only.
Fees: The fee for the watercraft is $60 a year for Spartanburg County residents, $120 a year for all other in county in-state residents Address: 200 Lyman Lodge Rd Distance from Greenville: 35 minutes
Lake Rabon
You can kayak at Lake Rabon but no swimming is allowed.
Fees: Permits are required for boating- $35 for non-county residents Address: The entrance to Lake Rabon is located on State Highway 252 in western Laurens County, approximately 5 miles from the Laurens District 55 High School, which is on US Highway 76. Distance from Greenville: 45 minutes
Lake Russell
Access the lake on the South Carolina side through Calhoun Falls State Park, which has a boat ramp. Swimming is permitted.
Fees: You’ll pay a fee to enter the park unless you have a SC State Parks pass and you’ll need your own kayak. Address: 46 Maintenance Shop Road, Calhoun Falls Distance from Greenville: An hour and 20 minutes
Lake Craig in Croft State Park
You can use your own kayak or rent one at Lake Tom Craig at Croft State Park. See what Maria thought about Croft State Park. Swimming is not permitted.
Fees: You’ll pay a fee to enter the park unless you have a SC State Parks pass Address: 450 State Park Cross Road, Spartanburg Distance from Greenville: One hour
Congaree Canoe Trail
Paddle through the scenic river, water trails, and floodplains at Congaree National Park in Columbia and see all kinds of wildlife like snakes, maybe a wild hog or two, turtles, owls, and even gators. Put in at the Kingsnake Trailhead or take a kayak tour with Carolina Outdoors. Read our review of Kayaking in Congaree National Park.
Fees: None Address: 100 National Park Road, Hopkins Distance from Greenville: 90 minutes
Congaree Canoe Trail
Lake Issaqueena
This lake is part of the Clemson Experimental Forest. Reader Emily alerted us to the location of the boat ramp:
“The boat ramp for Issaqueena Lake is on Issaqueena Lake Road. It’s a dirt road. I would suggest going in on the Six Mile side. It’s not very far from the entrance of the road on that side. There is a creek crossing if you go in from the Central side. My VW Jetta can make it through the whole path so it’s not anything crazy that requires 4wd, although it would make the drive easier.”
Fees: None Address: Old Six Mile Road, Clemson Distance from Greenville: An hour
Lake Keowee
This 18,500-acre mountain Lake Keowee offers it all – boating, kayaking, fishing, and swimming. It’s a developed lake, which means there are tons of homes on the lake, which means a lot of boat traffic. Just be aware of this if you’re trying to kayak and don’t like big wake waves.
Fees: There are fees for county park access but nowhere else. Address: See this link for boat ramps and access points Distance from Greenville: At least an hour depending upon which boat ramp you use.
Lake Hartwell
Head to Lake Hartwell State Park for kayaking, where you can put in at one of the two boat ramps. Kayak rentals are available from local outfitters at the lake. This is also a really popular lake for larger boats so kayakers just need to be aware of the implications of wakes and other issues that present themselves when lots of boats are around. Swimming is permitted.
Fees: Small fee per person to enter the state park unless you have an SC State Parks pass Address: 19138-A Hwy 11 S, Fair Play Distance from Greenville: 45 minutes
Fees: The boating permit fee is $40 a year for Spartanburg County Residents, and $80 a year for all other instate county residents. Address: 100 Cooley Dock Road, Inman Distance from Greenville: 35 minutes
Lake Cooley
Oconee State Park
Oconee State Park offers a swimming area and a lake to go kayaking. You can also rent kayaks and canoes.Read what a local mom thought of Oconee State Park.
Fees: Small fee per person to enter the state park unless you have an SC State Parks pass. Rentals are a separate fee. Address: 624 State Park Road, Mountain Rest Distance from Greenville: 90 minutes
Lake Murray
There are three public boat ramps to Lake Murray through Dreher Island State Park. This is a busy lake so kayakers need to be careful when it comes to watching out for boats and large wakes.
Fees: Fee per person to enter the state park unless you have a SC State Parks pass Address: 3677 State Park Road, Prosperity Distance from Greenville: 90 minutes
Lake Murray
Sesquicentennial State Park
Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia, SC has a small lake that’s perfect for trying out the sport. You can even rent kayaks at the park for just $5.
Fees: Park admission (free for State Park Pass holders, or $6 for adults and $3.75 for kids) plus $5 if renting a kayak. Address: 9564 Two Notch Rd, Columbia SC 29223
Lake Lure
Where parts of Dirty Dancing were filmed, Lake Lure is just an hour from Greenville but feels a world away with the beauty of the area. There is a small beach there as well as boat ramps. You can also rent kayaks and other boats/paddleboards.
Fees: Non-motorized boat permits are $25/day or $50/week Address: 2948 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC Distance from Greenville: An hour
Lake Tugalo
A beautiful lake on the border of South Carolina and Georgia that is calm and serene. You can swim there. The boat ramp is also used by the whitewater companies to pick up the rafters so it’s fun to see all of them there (but it makes for less parking since they use big buses). Also, the road to the ramp is dirt so it’s a little rocky.
Fees: None Address: Tugalo Boat Ramp, Bull Sluice Rd, Long Creek Distance from Greenville: 90 minutes
Lake Jocassee
If you love kayaking, Greenville, SC has one of the best spots to get out on the water within driving distance. If you made it through this list, then congratulations, you get to learn that Lake Jocassee is the best place to kayak in our area (if not the whole state). When I am looking for places to kayak near me, It’s my favorite.
It’s a lake of stunning beauty with a rainforest climate, that can’t be beat! The water is clear as can be and swimming is permitted. There are five boat ramps and public access is through Devils Fork State Park. You also can rent kayaks from local outfitters.
Fees: There is an entry fee per person to enter the state park unless you have an SC State Parks pass. Rentals are a separate fee. Address: 161 Holcombe Circle, Salem Distance from Greenville: 90 minutes
Lake Jocassee
Looking for more water fun?
Here are Upstate SC lakes if you need some other options for water recreation.
Are you looking for a fun, yet challenging escape room in Greenville, SC? With unique storylines and challenging puzzles, escape rooms have steadily been growing in popularity over the last decade. We gathered a list of escape rooms throughout the Upstate that are perfect for date nights, birthday parties, teambuilding exercises, and other group events. Time to pause that mystery podcast you’ve been listening to for hours and unlock your inner Sherlock Holmes to solve all the clues before time runs out!
Before heading to the escape room venue, it is highly recommended (and sometimes required) to book your appointment ahead of time.
Many of the escape rooms in the Upstate have an age limit or require a parent to accompany any minor. Some rooms are not recommended for children due to the theme.
Please contact the escape room you wish to attend for additional rules, pricing, booking an appointment, and information about their location.
Escape Rooms in Greenville County
Escape Artists Greenville- Downtown– 209 East Stone Avenue, Greenville | 864.509.9305 Offers 6 private escape rooms of varying levels of difficulty. Requires at least 2 players to complete (some rooms require a minimum of 4 players). Players under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, with some themes being inappropriate for younger players. Read our Kidding Around review of Escape Artists Greenville to see if Bethany beat the clock!
Escape Artists Greenville- Hampton Station– 1320 Hampton Avenue, Bay 11C, Greenville | 864.509.9305 Offers two 60-minute private escape rooms. Escape rooms require a minimum of 2 players, with an 8-player maximum.
Breakout Games– 614 North Main Street, Greenville | 864.326.0190 Offers 8 private escape rooms with varying difficulty levels. Require a minimum of 2 players to play. Open to all ages (under 14 must be accompanied by an adult).
Trapped in the Upstate– 556 Memorial Drive Extension, Suite D, Greer | 864.416.1539 Offers 6 private escape rooms that require at least 2 players. Puzzles take about 60 minutes each. The minimum age to play alone is 13. Children under 10 are welcome, but some puzzles are not appropriate for younger players due to difficulty and theme. Read our Kidding Around review of Trapped in the Upstate for more details.
Servus VR–928 South Main Street, Greenville | 864.509.1077 Offers 11 virtual reality escape games. Games require at least 2 players, with options for 2 player, 3 player, and 4 player games. Games run for 60 minutes.
Spartanburg County Escape Rooms
Escape Room Adventures and Virtual Reality– 1220 John B White Sr Boulevard, Spartanburg | 864.586.5086 Offers 6 escape rooms of varying levels of difficulty. Games require a minimum of 2 players. In addition, several VR escape games are available. Recommended age is 12 and older. Anyone under 18 must have a parent sign a waiver, and under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Escape Room Adventures requires an appointment.
Trapped in the Upstate, Greenville SC
Pickens County Escape Rooms
Seneca Escape Zones– 115- C Eagles Nest Drive, Seneca | 864.557.9663 Offers 3 escape rooms of varying levels of difficulty. A minimum of 2 players is required for each game, and each room holds up to 6 people. Puzzles are designed for ages 10 and up. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Book an escape room before attending the location.
The Escape Quest– 277 Market Street, Seneca | 864.626.5995 Offers 4 escape rooms of varying levels of difficulty. 2 players are required for 2 of the three rooms offered. Recommended party size is 4 – 8 players. Booking ahead is highly recommended, walk-in gameplay is not guaranteed. Each escape room is approximately 60 minutes. Children are allowed as long as accompanied by an adult.
Anderson County Escape Rooms
Electric City Escapes– 4103 Liberty Highway, Anderson | 864.328.9908 Offers 4 escape rooms with varying levels of difficulty. Three rooms are appropriate for all ages. The Mystery Parlor is PG13. The games are 60 minutes long. Booking online is recommended.
Do you have a favorite escape room in Greenville or the Upstate?
Have you enjoyed a performance at the Peace Center? Broadway productions are just one of the many events hosted at this stunning theatre in Greenville, SC. The event space regularly hosts comedians, musicians, symphony and ballet performances, and special events.
The Peace Center currently has three event spaces where you can catch some fabulous theatre productions and musical acts. The Peace Concert Hall usually houses the biggest productions, like Broadway performances and major musical acts. You will find more intimate performances and special events in the Gunther Theatre adjacent to the main hall.
The Peace Center also has an outdoor performance space right on the Reedy River, the Peace Pavillion. There, you can boogie to the White Claw summer concert series and other special events. Occasionally throughout the year, you will find speakers and Peace Talk events in the Ramsaur Studio.
WICKED at the Peace Center
Peace Center Broadway Productions 2023-2024
It is pretty hard to make it to New York City to see a Broadway production, especially when you have kids. No worries, because the Peace Center hosts several Broadway performances each year, many of which are Tony Award-winning productions!
These showings make an excellent date night or even go by yourself for some quality alone time. All of the shows are highly technical and have all the glitz, spectacular set design, and highly acclaimed actors and actresses that you would find on Broadway.
The Peace Center Broadway 2023-2024 season includes:
The Peace Center hosts some of the world’s most popular and iconic musicians and comedians throughout the year. The larger performances are usually held in the Peace Concert Hall. This event space has three levels, including the orchestra, the founder’s circle (the first piece of the balcony), and the third balcony.
The acoustics are some of the best around, everything sounds better there because of the fabulous architectural design. Seating at the event space is comfortable, so the enjoyment is elevated.
If you are a classical music or jazz lover, then you will find some of the best symphony performances at The Gunter Theatre and the Peace Concert Hall throughout the year! They even have keynote speakers and special symphony events like Harry Potter and the Sorcerors Stone in Concert.
You can also watch spectacular ballet productions, including annual performances of The Nutcrackerby the International Ballet each winter. These performances are stunning, and a wonderful way to get your children interested in performance arts.
Peace Pavilion White Claw Concert Series
Enjoy live music right on the Reedy River at the Peace Center’s White Claw Concerts at the Peace Pavilion. These outdoor concerts are pretty popular, so tickets tend to sell out quickly!
Food purchases from The Wyche can be brought into the venue, so if you’re looking to snack and drink while you listen to excellent music, this is the place! You can also drink alcohol during the White Claw concerts, so be sure to get your 21+ wristbands at The Wyche or the box office before the show begins.
The seats at this venue are lawn seating, so we recommend bringing blankets, chairs, or seat cushions so that you are comfortable. You can also pay a little extra for Genevieve’s Seating, where you will have access to an air-conditioned lounge, a cash bar, a balcony view of the Reedy River, and private restrooms.
Things to Know Before You Go
The Peace Center is highly accessible and offers various accommodations to make all of its guests comfortable, including wheelchair accessibility, sign language interpreters, and assistive listening. Learn more about additional Performance accessibility on the Peace Center website.
Food and drink are not allowed inside the venue spaces except for the outdoor Peace Pavilion.
You are not allowed to take photos inside the concert halls, so keep your cell phones silent and take in the memory!
Some shows are appropriate for children, but that is at the discretion of the parents. The Peace Center does recommend that children 5 and under not attend performances.
Dining at Genevieve’s: Restaurant Inside the Peace Center
You can hold a table at Genevieve’s if you would like to have dinner and drinks before the event. This full-service restaurant is a great way to start your date night. The restaurant is open two hours before the event showtime. It is also open between the matinee and evening show during Broadway performances.
There are also several excellent restaurants in the area surrounding the Peace Center. You will find some of the best restaurants in our Guide to Restaurants in Downtown Greenville, including reviews and recommendations based on various criteria.
The only way to safely purchase Peace Center tickets for Broadway shows and musical acts is directly through the Peace Center event page or from the box office. If you would like to purchase a subscription package for the Peace Center Broadway productions, you can do that as well. The subscription gives you discounted tickets, premium seating options, and early access if you need additional tickets.
It is best to steer clear of third-party sellers to avoid annoying price hikes and the risk of receiving unusable tickets.
There is free parking along Main Street and crossing side streets. Public parking garages in the area can be found in our KA Guide to Parking in Downtown Greenville. The Poinsett Garage and River Place Garage are two of the closest parking garages to the Peace Center.
During events, there are several paid parking lots in the vicinity, including directly across the street beside Grill Marks.
By 2030, the Peace Center plans to expand through its AMP project. This expansion is a huge undertaking that is going to transform several buildings around the main theatre, further solidifying Greenville as an art and music epicenter of the SouthEast.
The expansion will house the Coach Music Factory, a multi-genre music venue in addition to a listening room and lounge, The Mockingbird. The Peace Center plans to renovate several buildings in the process with the AMP vision. Keep an eye out for more information about the 2030 Vision Plan.
Peace Center 300 West Broad Street, Greenville 864.467.3000 Box office hours: Monday – Friday: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
