Are you looking for things to do in Downtown Greenville, SC? Here at Kidding Around Greenville, our goal is to make sure people in Greenville can always find something to do, whether they are looking for a free activity, an experience of a lifetime, or a way to spend a fun weekend. We love our city and all it has to offer. This guide has everything you need to enjoy time in Downtown Greenville, SC and its updated for 2026!
Quick Guide: Downtown Greenville, SC in 2026
Explore the best things to do in Downtown Greenville all in one place – from iconic attractions and scenic parks to museums, restaurants, events, and family-friendly fun right in the heart of the city.
Plan your visit by exploring:
• Top attractions & landmarks
• Free things to do downtown
• Parks, trails & outdoor spots
• Shows, sports & entertainment
• Downtown dining & local favorites
• Parking + visitor tips
Exploring Downtown Greenville, SC
Downtown Greenville has some of the best museums in the upstate, is home to the Greenville Zoo, offers supreme walkability, and features the postcard-worthy Falls Park on the Reedy and Liberty Bridge. There is nothing quite like being downtown.
Falls Park and Liberty Bridge
Everyone in Greenville needs to be sure to visit Falls Park and the iconic Liberty Bridge that is suspended over the Reedy River Falls. During the warmer months, you may find free outdoor movies, plays, family festivals, and other events in the park. Grab your picnic basket and set it up beside the Reedy River for a fun summer day. Don’t forget to take a photo by Greenville’s famous Medusa Tree.
Main Street
Don’t miss a stroll down Main Street in downtown Greenville. Grab a coffee at one of our local coffee shops such as Coffee Underground, browse books at M. Judson Bookstore, and find an assortment of candy bins at the Mast General Store. Make sure to bring your camera, with beautiful backgrounds found in places like Camperdown Plaza and all along Main Street, you will need it!
HIGHLIGHT FOR KIDS: Don’t forget to find the Mice on Main.
Swamp Rabbit Trail
Start in Cleveland Park and follow the Swamp Rabbit Trail from Cleveland Park, beside the Rock Quarry Garden, through Cancer Survivor Park, to Falls Park, and over to the Children’s Garden at Linky Stone Park (approximately 40 minutes walking or 15 minutes biking, one way).
This path will take you past some of Greenville’s most popular parks, interesting art installations, and the Liberty Bridge.
Greenville Zoo
The Greenville Zoo is located right in the heart of the city of Greenville. The zoo is full of shade and has play spaces for children, and it is a great addition to any itinerary if you are visiting Greenville.
Museums in Downtown Greenville
Four notable Greenville museums are located at Heritage Green in downtown Greenville.
- The Children’s Museum of the Upstate: Families with children will want to plan at least 4 or more hours for their children to explore the 3 floors of exhibits at TCMU. Be aware that the bottom floor is full of water exhibits, so you may want to save that floor for last.
- The Upcountry History Museum is a great place to explore local history and has seasonal exhibits for children.
- The Sigal Music Museum has an extensive collection of historic pianos and harpsichords, including a piano played by Chopin.
- The Greenville County Museum of Art is free to visit and focuses on American art. It has a large collection of watercolors by Andrew Wyeth.
Tours of Downtown Greenville
For the history buffs and food lovers, you can also take several different tours of Downtown Greenville with Greenville History Tours with John Nolan. We LOVED their At the Chef’s Table food tour of downtown, it was fantastic (both belly and mind).
If you’re not in the mood to walk during your tour, take a Segway tour with Greenville Glides Segway Tours! Your legs will thank you later.
You’ll also find some interesting foodie and explorative tours on our list of 20+ Greenville, SC Tours, many of which are downtown.
Ride the Downtown Trolley
If you are looking for an easy (and FREE) way to travel around Downtown Greenville while also seeing the sights, check out the Trolley! All you need to do is find a trolley stop, and you can even track the trolley with the GreenLink app. The trolley operates year-round and on Fridays from 4–11 pm, Saturdays from 10 am–11 pm, and Sundays from 10 am–8 pm.
Free Things to Do in Downtown Greenville, SC
We like free things to do, and there are a lot of them right in Downtown Greenville! You could spend a whole day and not spend a dime. Here’s a list of free things to do in Downtown Greenville.
- Free Mini Golf at McPherson Park- You can play some free, 18-hole mini golf while enjoying the lovely park. You will want to bring your ball and putter. You can even host a mini golf party there!
- Mice on Main– Sometimes you just want to take a stroll down gorgeous Main Street. Finding bronze mice on the way is an excellent bonus and will keep the kids busy!
- Explore the gardens that are found around Downtown Greenville! There are multiple professionally designed gardens to spend some time in that do not even cost a penny. Even when not in bloom, there is still beauty found in the rocks, waterfalls, and evergreen foliage.
Hughes Main Library
The Greenville County Library System’s headquarters is Hughes Main Library, and it’s located on Heritage Green in Downtown Greenville. The large library is a great place to spend some time reading books, using the computer, playing with friends, or taking part in one of the library’s free programs for children, families, and adults. It is even open on Sunday afternoons!
Watch a Show, Concert, or Sporting Event
Greenville offers plenty of high-quality theatre and opportunities to experience the performing arts, including full Broadway performances at the Peace Center. You will also find several sports teams that make Greenville their home, including the Greenville Drive baseball, the Greenville Triumph soccer, the Greenville Liberty soccer, and the Greenville Swamp Rabbits hockey!
Here’s a list of the popular event venues in Greenville, SC that include nearby dining and parking options.
- Peace Center – The Peace Center hosts classical and professional musicians, ensembles, and orchestras in addition to a full slate of Broadway performances.
- Bon Secours Wellness Arena – At the Bon Secours Wellness Arena, you can purchase tickets to hear famous pop musicians, attend large shows such as Monster Jam, and even catch an ice hockey game.
- Fluor Field– Home to the Greenville Drive minor league baseball team, Fluor Field also regularly offers special events.
- Greenville Theatre – The Greenville Theatre showcases local talent with a wide selection of dramas and musicals each year.
- South Carolina Children’s Theatre – The South Carolina Children’s Theatre performs multiple mainstage performances each year at their Bell Mainstage located downtown at 153 Augusta Street (across from Gather GVL).
- Alchemy Comedy offers weekly improv comedy shows at Coffee Underground.
- The Comedy Zone is where to go for some of the best professional comedic performances.
- Centre Stage offers performances like musicals, comedies, dramas, and events that spark magic. They have performances year-round.
Entertainment Venues Near Downtown Greenville
If you’re looking to have some fun, Downtown Greenville is the place to go. With escape rooms, indoor playgrounds, and mini golf courses, the downtown area has something fun for the entire family!
- Group Therapy Pub & Playground is an excellent way to tap into your inner child while also enjoying some adult-friendly drinks! The pub offers large-scale, interactive art installations, indoor mini golf, and special events!
- Escape Artists Greenville– If you’re craving the opportunity to solve a mystery, then Escape Artists will give you that with their detailed escape rooms.
- Flying Rabbit Adventures is the place to go if you’re a thrill seeker! This high ropes and zip line course is located right off Laurens Road near the Greenville Zoo.
- Take Off Mini Golf – Located at the Downtown Airport, this mini golf course is situated on the outskirts of an airport! You can watch the planes come and go as you play a round or two.
- Fireforge Crafted Beer is much more than a brewery! They consistently have live music, bingo nights, and family-friendly events.
Restaurants in Downtown Greenville
Downtown Greenville has excellent dining options. Here’s a restaurant guide for Downtown Greenville, SC to help you find exactly the meal and experience you’d like.
If you’re heading out with your significant other, check this list of great choices for date night restaurants in Downtown Greenville, SC. Try CAMP restaurant, one of the most highly rated Greenville restaurants, or Scoundrel, which earned a Michelin Star in 2025! Maybe make the night even more romantic by pairing it with drinks at Up on the Roof before heading to Salsa at Sunset during the summer months.
If you’re seeking a little culinary experience, you can try out the Greenville Culinary Tours At the Chef’s Table.
Downtown Greenville During the Holidays
Greenville is magical during the holiday season, and there are lots of unique things to do. Ride on Santa’s sleigh, go ice skating, or check out professionally decorated trees while sipping cocoa.
- Holiday Things to Do in Downtown Greenville, SC
- Ice on Main
- The Greenville Christmas Market at The Grand Bohemian
- Holiday Lights at the Greenville Zoo
Parks in Downtown Greenville, SC
- Falls Park: Liberty Bridge, waterfall on the Reedy, many paths for walking along the river and gardens, right in the heart of Downtown Greenville, along Main Street
- Unity Park: Large nature-themed playground in walking distance from Falls Park. The park has two parks, a splash pad, and a large communal grassy area to laze in.
- Cleveland Park: Two large playgrounds, access to the Swamp Rabbit Trail, home of the Greenville Zoo
- Linky Stone Park Children’s Garden: This Sweet little park is hidden away in Downtown Greenville with pretty gardens and whimsical fairytale features for children
- Paris Mountain State Park: Just north of downtown Greenville and near the Blue Ridge Mountains, this park offers great hiking trails and even swimming in Lake Placid in the summer.
Where to Park in Downtown Greenville
You’re headed downtown with a long list of fun things to do, but where should you park? Fortunately, Greenville has tons of affordable garages and plenty of street parking. Here’s a guide to where to park in downtown Greenville.
Events Happening in (& near) Downtown Greenville, SC Soon!
The Greenville Zoo’s family-friendly Halloween tradition returns with trick-or-treating, Dragon Alley, Ghost Town, and a glowing light tunnel. Costumes encouraged!
Dates & Hours: October 14th – 31st, 2026; 3 pm – 8 pm
Open Halloween from 1 pm – 4 pm
- Trick-or-Treat Upgrade required per participant
- Limited discounted tickets online – buy early
- $2 upcharge at the ticket booth
- Bring your own trick-or-treat bag
- Boo Babies (ages 0–2) are free, but candy requires an upgrade
- Children must be with an adult
JBF Greenville Fall & Winter Children’s Consignment Sale
Kids grow fast. Shopping for everything they need doesn’t have to break the budget!
Shop JBF Greenville’s Fall & Winter Sale, October 21–24 at Hejaz Event Center, where local families come together to buy and sell thousands of new and gently loved children’s items—all in one convenient place.
Families can shop for Fall & Winter clothing, shoes, toys, books, baby gear, strollers, nursery furniture, bikes, outdoor play, maternity, holiday items, gifts and more at prices well below retail.
Whether you’re looking for the next size up, stocking up on baby essentials, getting a head start on Christmas shopping, or just love finding a great deal, JBF makes it easier to stretch your family’s budget while giving great kids’ items another life.
EVENT DETAILS
📅 October 21–24, 2026
📍 Hejaz Event Center | 119 Beverly Rd., Greenville, SC 29609
🎟️ Early Access shopping available Wednesday, October 21
💗 FREE General Admission shopping October 22–24
🚗 FREE parking
FREE General Admission tickets are available online, or shoppers can choose an Early Access ticket to shop before the public sale begins.
Come see what thousands of local families are buying, selling and passing along at JBF Greenville!
JBF Greenville Fall & Winter Children’s Consignment Sale
Kids grow fast. Shopping for everything they need doesn’t have to break the budget!
Shop JBF Greenville’s Fall & Winter Sale, October 21–24 at Hejaz Event Center, where local families come together to buy and sell thousands of new and gently loved children’s items—all in one convenient place.
Families can shop for Fall & Winter clothing, shoes, toys, books, baby gear, strollers, nursery furniture, bikes, outdoor play, maternity, holiday items, gifts and more at prices well below retail.
Whether you’re looking for the next size up, stocking up on baby essentials, getting a head start on Christmas shopping, or just love finding a great deal, JBF makes it easier to stretch your family’s budget while giving great kids’ items another life.
EVENT DETAILS
📅 October 21–24, 2026
📍 Hejaz Event Center | 119 Beverly Rd., Greenville, SC 29609
🎟️ Early Access shopping available Wednesday, October 21
💗 FREE General Admission shopping October 22–24
🚗 FREE parking
FREE General Admission tickets are available online, or shoppers can choose an Early Access ticket to shop before the public sale begins.
Come see what thousands of local families are buying, selling and passing along at JBF Greenville!
Join us for a relaxing, uplifting, and creative Beading Workshop! This beginner friendly workshop is open to children of all ages, and parents too!
Learn how to make beaded jewelry with high quality materials and techniques. Express yourself and collaborate with others. Make and take home as much as you like in the 1-hour workshop.
A weekday mid-morning time workshop is perfect for Homeschoolers or Preschoolers! Parents who are not creating are welcome to stay in the workshop area or may shop/ browse around Gather (outdoor food court). Younger children may need parent presence during the workshop. Class size up to 7 people, additional seating available for other family members.
$30 per person. See more details and register through the Etsy link provided. Contact Kristina 240-793-7123 for questions or details.
Afternoon Explorations- September 17, 2026 – May 7, 2027
Begin your visit in the Environmental Science and Sustainability Building, where you’ll find The Water Story and Sustainable Future exhibits as well as the highly popular Nature Exchange
Explore Harrison Hall of Natural Science, where you’ll discover a wide variety of plants, animals, and invertebrates in the Indoor Rain Forest and Rainforest Classroom, have the chance to pet stingrays, sea stars, and horseshoe crabs in the Marine Lab, and learn about South Carolina’s major ecosystems in the Ecology Lab
- Step back in time on the Living History Farm and discover what it was like to live in the Backcountry of 19th-century South Carolina.
- Have a larger-than-life adventure as you search for young and adult dinosaurs on our ever-popular Dinosaur Adventure Trail
- Tap into the power of imagination through creative play at the Pirate Adventure and Dinosaur Playgrounds
- Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature as you stroll through the Butterfly Garden
👉PURCHASE TICKETS HERE> Afternoon Explorations
And don’t miss our themed Special Event Days held throughout the year that include:
- October 16 – Science Magic
- November 20 – Fall on the Farm
- December 11 – Grinchy Christmas
- January 15 – Winterfest
- February 19 – Future Engineers
- March 12 – Dinosaur Adventure
- April 23 – A Pirate’s Life for Me
Click Here to Learn more about Roper Mountain Science Center and all of its fantastic programming!
The Greenville Zoo’s family-friendly Halloween tradition returns with trick-or-treating, Dragon Alley, Ghost Town, and a glowing light tunnel. Costumes encouraged!
Dates & Hours: October 14th – 31st, 2026; 3 pm – 8 pm
Open Halloween from 1 pm – 4 pm
- Trick-or-Treat Upgrade required per participant
- Limited discounted tickets online – buy early
- $2 upcharge at the ticket booth
- Bring your own trick-or-treat bag
- Boo Babies (ages 0–2) are free, but candy requires an upgrade
- Children must be with an adult
We’re hosting a night of Line & Swing Dancing at Gather GVL on October 22nd! Whether you’re a pro or have two left feet, we’ve got you covered—we’ll have instructors teaching both styles every hour from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. (No Cover Charge)
Grab a blanket and settle in for a free outdoor screening of Rocky III at the Moonlight Movies series in Falls Park! Showings run Thursday evenings through September and October, with Poppington’s Gourmet Popcorn available each week.
Afternoon Explorations- September 17, 2026 – May 7, 2027
Begin your visit in the Environmental Science and Sustainability Building, where you’ll find The Water Story and Sustainable Future exhibits as well as the highly popular Nature Exchange
Explore Harrison Hall of Natural Science, where you’ll discover a wide variety of plants, animals, and invertebrates in the Indoor Rain Forest and Rainforest Classroom, have the chance to pet stingrays, sea stars, and horseshoe crabs in the Marine Lab, and learn about South Carolina’s major ecosystems in the Ecology Lab
- Step back in time on the Living History Farm and discover what it was like to live in the Backcountry of 19th-century South Carolina.
- Have a larger-than-life adventure as you search for young and adult dinosaurs on our ever-popular Dinosaur Adventure Trail
- Tap into the power of imagination through creative play at the Pirate Adventure and Dinosaur Playgrounds
- Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature as you stroll through the Butterfly Garden
👉PURCHASE TICKETS HERE> Afternoon Explorations
And don’t miss our themed Special Event Days held throughout the year that include:
- October 16 – Science Magic
- November 20 – Fall on the Farm
- December 11 – Grinchy Christmas
- January 15 – Winterfest
- February 19 – Future Engineers
- March 12 – Dinosaur Adventure
- April 23 – A Pirate’s Life for Me
Click Here to Learn more about Roper Mountain Science Center and all of its fantastic programming!
The Greenville Zoo’s family-friendly Halloween tradition returns with trick-or-treating, Dragon Alley, Ghost Town, and a glowing light tunnel. Costumes encouraged!
Dates & Hours: October 14th – 31st, 2026; 3 pm – 8 pm
Open Halloween from 1 pm – 4 pm
- Trick-or-Treat Upgrade required per participant
- Limited discounted tickets online – buy early
- $2 upcharge at the ticket booth
- Bring your own trick-or-treat bag
- Boo Babies (ages 0–2) are free, but candy requires an upgrade
- Children must be with an adult
A wickedly good time is back at Fluor Field for monsters of all ages, including your pups! Gather your family, round up your friends, and put on your best costumes for your favorite Halloween tradition, Green Monster Mash, presented by Coldwell Banker Caine. Enjoy an unforgettable afternoon filled with: Trick-or-Treating through the concourse with Costumed Characters, including Jesse and Woody from Toy Story and Jack Skellington and Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas; the Spooky Clubhouse with family-friendly scares; and family play zone on the field. Dress up in your best Halloween costume; step aboard for hayrides on the warning track; and enjoy live entertainment.
The Howl-O-Ween Hangout, presented by Noble Dog Hotel, gives pups their own special place to join the fun on the first-base side of the stadium, with Noble Dog Hotel and its partners hosting activities especially for canine guests.
Green Monster Mash is a Halloween celebration for the entire family, including the tail-wagging, four-legged members.
Thank you to our partners: CB Caine, Publix, Noble Dog Hotel, and VEG ER for Pets!
Friday nights are for space exploration at Roper Mountain Science Center. Friday Starry Nights invite families to relax under the stars inside the planetarium and enjoy immersive astronomy shows that change throughout the evening. It’s an easy, engaging way to spark curiosity about the night sky, whether it’s your first visit or a returning favorite. On clear nights, be sure to head over after your show to the Charles E. Daniel Observatory refractor to see through the telescope!
👉Get your tickets here > Roper Mountain Science Center
Friday Nights in August
4:30 PM- Magic Treehouse
6:00 PM – Astronut
7:30 PM – James Webb Space Telescope: The Story Unfolds
Friday Nights in September
4:30pm – Starry Nights – Cosmic Adventure
6:00pm – Starry Nights – Solar Superstorms
7:30pm – Starry Nights – A Race Through Space
Friday Nights in October
4:30pm – Starry Nights – Spooky Science
6:00pm – Starry Nights- Solar Superstorm
7:30pm – Starry Nights – A Race Through Space
Location:
T.C. Hooper Planetarium
Roper Mountain Science Center, Greenville, SC
Find out more about Friday Starry Nights and why we LOVE this planetarium in our review of RMSC!
Enjoy a special spooky science Friday Starry Nights at Roper Mountain Science Center during their 4:30 pm showing.
Roper Mountain Science Center presents a Laser Show set to the music of Halloween: Frights & Lights in the Giant Dome Theater and Hooper Planetarium. Back by popular demand, favorite artists and bands come alive through laser light in the planetarium. For safety reasons, no late entries will be permitted.
Friday – 10/23/26
6:00pm – Laser Show – Halloween: Frights & Lights
7:30pm – Laser Show – Stranger Things: The Final Act
📍 Location: Roper Mountain Science Center, 402 Roper Mountain Road, Greenville, SC
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Parents, enjoy an evening out while the kids travel back to the totally awesome 1980s! Each Parent’s Night Out features a brand-new retro-inspired art project packed with bright colors, creative building, and hands-on fun. Kids will create a finished masterpiece to take home, enjoy pizza, and make memories with friends.
Attend one…or collect all four!
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- 🌴 Neon Sunset Shadow Box – Create a vibrant 3D sunset scene complete with palm trees, geometric shapes, and retro neon colors. (August 28)
- 📼 Cassette Tape Treasure Box – Transform a wooden keepsake box into a colorful vintage cassette tape that’s perfect for storing tiny treasures. (September 25)
- 📻 Boom Box Build – Design and construct a larger-than-life retro boom box using cardboard, paint, and mixed-media materials. (October 23)
- 💡 Pixel Glow Box – Build a glowing pixel-art night light inspired by classic 1980s arcade games using colorful translucent beads and LED lights. (December 4)
No two Parent’s Nights Out are the same, so kids can join us for four completely different creative adventures!
Ages: 5–11
Time: 6:00–9:00 PM
Includes: All art supplies, pizza dinner, games, and a finished project to take home.
Join songwriter Eliza Lynn and instrumentalist Mike Alexander for a concert of original gospel songs written during Eliza’s years of graduate theological study. The evening will include familiar sing-alongs and many acoustic instruments: guitar, banjo, upright bass, and dobro.
Eliza and Mike are recording Eliza’s 5th album of original music featuring gospel songs of lament and praise.
Special Guest: Chelsea Fraser, songwriter and poet
Oktoberfest as the Greenville Swamp Rabbits host the Jacksonville Icemen at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
📍 Location: Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 North Academy Street, Greenville, SC
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The countdown has begun…Ballet Greenville’s “Madame TuTu’s Nightmare at the Museum” is just one week away at the Peace Center’s Gunter Theatre, October 23-24! Get ready for an exciting evening of ballet with a very UNIQUE twist! From the iconic beat of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” to the rockin’ sounds of Guns-N-Roses, the music will keep you moving from beginning to end. So come tour the museum with Annabelle, a cell phone obsessed teenager, to view Poison Ivy, Riddler, the Adams family and many more of your favorite classic villains! BEWARE! The museum COMES ALIVE as the museum closes and the doors lock. It’s a show you won’t want to miss! And don’t let the name fool you…Nightmare is totally kid-friendly!
Roper Mountain Science Center presents a Laser Show set to the music of Stranger Things: The Final Act in the Giant Dome Theater and Hooper Planetarium. Back by popular demand, favorite artists and bands come alive through laser light in the planetarium. For safety reasons, no late entries will be permitted.
Friday – 10/23/26
6:00pm – Laser Show – Halloween: Frights & Lights
7:30pm – Laser Show – Stranger Things: The Final Act
📍 Location: Roper Mountain Science Center, 402 Roper Mountain Road, Greenville, SC
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“Obey The Crave Presents Cars and Coffee at BridgeWay Station” and “Cars & Coffee of the Upstate” are happy to announce their 2026 schedule of events. For 2026, there will two locations. Keep an eye on Cars & Coffee of the Upstate Facebook page for all current information. Be sure to check out our review of Cars & Coffee
JBF Greenville Fall & Winter Children’s Consignment Sale
Kids grow fast. Shopping for everything they need doesn’t have to break the budget!
Shop JBF Greenville’s Fall & Winter Sale, October 21–24 at Hejaz Event Center, where local families come together to buy and sell thousands of new and gently loved children’s items—all in one convenient place.
Families can shop for Fall & Winter clothing, shoes, toys, books, baby gear, strollers, nursery furniture, bikes, outdoor play, maternity, holiday items, gifts and more at prices well below retail.
Whether you’re looking for the next size up, stocking up on baby essentials, getting a head start on Christmas shopping, or just love finding a great deal, JBF makes it easier to stretch your family’s budget while giving great kids’ items another life.
EVENT DETAILS
📅 October 21–24, 2026
📍 Hejaz Event Center | 119 Beverly Rd., Greenville, SC 29609
🎟️ Early Access shopping available Wednesday, October 21
💗 FREE General Admission shopping October 22–24
🚗 FREE parking
FREE General Admission tickets are available online, or shoppers can choose an Early Access ticket to shop before the public sale begins.
Come see what thousands of local families are buying, selling and passing along at JBF Greenville!
Each Saturday morning from early May through late October, two blocks of downtown Greenville’s Main Street are transformed into the TD Saturday Market, a vibrant open-air marketplace in the heart of the city.
The market features more than 75 vendors offering seasonal produce, prepared foods, and handcrafted goods, creating a lively community gathering space every week.
LEARN MORE HERE 🥕 Greenville Saturday Market, SC – Official Website | Official Website
Find special market happenings each week right here > Market Happenings | Greenville Saturday Market, SC – Official Website
Check for cancellations and special events on the TD Saturday Market Instagram
What to Expect
- Fresh, seasonal produce from farms located within 100 miles of Greenville
- Locally produced and prepared food items
- Handmade crafts and artisan goods
- Vendors encouraged to use locally sourced materials for crafts
Experience
The TD Saturday Market draws thousands of visitors each week who come to shop, explore, and connect with local growers, makers, and artisans in a welcoming downtown setting.
Why Visit
It’s a long-standing Greenville tradition that highlights local agriculture, craftsmanship, and community. The market offers a chance to experience the best of the region in one place every Saturday morning.
Grab your neon and crank up the creativity—it’s time to head back to the raddest decade ever! Each Saturday features a brand-new oversized, 1980s-inspired masterpiece, so campers can join us for a single morning of creative fun or come to all four and build an incredible retro art collection.
From pop art portraits and graffiti lettering to giant sunglasses and an epic boom box, campers will explore painting, drawing, collage, and sculpture while discovering the bright colors, bold patterns, and playful style that made the ’80s unforgettable.
Big art. Bold colors. Totally awesome.
Saturday Art Camp Schedule🖼️ August 29 – Pop Art Self-Portrait
Transform your own photo into a bold, colorful 1980s-inspired masterpiece.
🎨 September 26 – Giant Graffiti Initial
Create an oversized, mixed-media version of your first initial bursting with neon colors and retro patterns.
😎 October 24 – Giant 1980s Sunglasses
Design a larger-than-life pair of funky shades filled with bright colors, bold patterns, and totally rad details.
📻 November 21 – Giant Boom Box
Build an epic oversized mixed-media boom box using paint, cardboard, and layers of creative texture.
Register for your favorite Saturday—or collect all four for the ultimate Totally Rad art experience!
Get hands-on with QLab, the industry-standard sound design software! Students will design the sound for a “spooky scene” with a SCCT sound designer, then perform it for their peers as both designer and board op. Laptop work is provided hands-on.
Bring your littles to the front steps of M. Judson for our twice-weekly story time! Enjoy some wonderful picture books read aloud to the crowd by our very own booksellers, and children will even get a sweet treat to go. If you catch them on a rainy day or cold day, storytime is held inside in the children’s section toward the back of the store. Keep up with changes to the schedule here> Book Store & Coffee Shop in Downtown Greenville Check out our Review of Storytime on the Steps at M. Judson Booksellers!
Beginner-friendly knitting class taught by Allyson and Debbie of the SC Knitting Guild. Families will learn the basics of knitting, including how to cast on, create the knit stitch, and bind off their project.
Head up to Paris Mountain State Park for a laid-back Saturday afternoon of live music at the newly rebuilt, solar-powered amphitheater! “Music in the Woods” is hosted by the Friends of Paris Mountain and offers free live music (after regular park admission) in a beautiful outdoor setting — a great way for the whole family to spend a fall afternoon outdoors. Benny Hagerty will be performing
The Greenville Zoo’s family-friendly Halloween tradition returns with trick-or-treating, Dragon Alley, Ghost Town, and a glowing light tunnel. Costumes encouraged!
Dates & Hours: October 14th – 31st, 2026; 3 pm – 8 pm
Open Halloween from 1 pm – 4 pm
- Trick-or-Treat Upgrade required per participant
- Limited discounted tickets online – buy early
- $2 upcharge at the ticket booth
- Bring your own trick-or-treat bag
- Boo Babies (ages 0–2) are free, but candy requires an upgrade
- Children must be with an adult
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