Things to Do This Month Near Greenville, SC

Are you looking for things to do this month or even this weekend in Greenville, SC? From concerts to shows to children’s programming, sporting events, festivals, and free events, there is almost always a great answer when you’re searching for things to do near you, at least there is when you live in South Carolina’s Upstate!

Never be bored and never miss an event your family will love! We’re highlighting some of the coolest, most unique, most interesting, and most popular events this month. But, don’t forget to check out our FULL event calendar for even more amazing options. Here’s what to do this month near Greenville, SC.

What’s happening this month in Greenville, SC?

This article includes:
Things to Do This Weekend in Greenville, SC
Theater, Shows, and Sporting Events
Free Things to Do This Month in Greenville, SC
Educational Things to Do and Events
Things to Do With Younger Kids
Our Top Picks: Don’t Miss These Events in Greenville
Travel Highlight

For things to do this month in Spartanburg, SC, see our Monthly Event Guide to Spartanburg, SC.

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Things to Do This Weekend Near Greenville, SC

The weekend is about here and you’re ready for some fun in the Upstate. But what’s happening this weekend? We know! Here are some great events happening on the weekends this month.

Weekly Events

Starry Nights at Roper Mountain Science Center Planetarium, Friday Nights
TD Saturday Farmers Market, Downtown Greenville, Saturdays May 6th, 2023 – October, 2023
Simpsonville Farmers Market, Saturdays May 13th – September 30th, 2023
Saturday Night Lights, Tryon International Equestrian Center, Weekly
TR Farmers Market, Saturdays, May 6th – September 30th, 2023

May

Indie Craft Parade Mini Market, May 26th – 28th, 2023
McLadke Spring Fling, May 27th, 2023

June

Summer Reading Kickoff Party, Hughes Main Library, June 2nd, 2023
American Red Cross Wellness Day, June 3rd, 2023
End of Season Block Party, South Carolina Children Theatre, June 3rd, 2023
APA Fest, June 4th, 2023

BMW Charity Pro-Am Golf Tournament, June 8th – 11th, 2023
Zoo Fest: Greenville Zoo, June 10th, 2023
Knotty-N-Natural Hair Fest, June 10th, 2023
Greenville Fun Fest 2023, June 11th, 2023

Park Hop Playdate at Holmes Park, June 16th, 2023
A Mid-Summer’s Fairy Fest, June 17th, 2023
Southernside’s Summer Luau, June 17th, 2023

Greenville Shakespeare Company’s: Midsummer Night’s Dream, June 23rd, 2023
Sunflower Festival at Denver Downs, June 24th-25th, July 1st, 2nd, 8th, and 9th, 2023
Greer Freedom Blast, June 24th, 2023
Public U Pick: Sassafras Flowers, June 25th, 2023

Looking for more ways to fill your weekend with things to do?

If the scheduled events and festivals aren’t piquing your interest, try these great things to do on the weekend with the family.

• Take an Ultimate Summer Day Trip!
• Search for fairies at Bullington Gardens in Hendersonville, NC.
• Check out these waterfalls that do not require a hike!
• Go bird watching at Lake Conestee Nature Preserve.
• Check out one of these awesome things to do in summer near Greenville.
• Walk these 15 beautiful gardens in Greenville as they start to bloom.
• Camp out in the cool weather at these kid-friendly campgrounds.
• Make your kid feel special with these date night ideas with your kids.
• Learn about the Upstate at the Upcountry History Museum.
• Explore the universe at the RMSC Planetarium’s Starry Nights programming.
• Try out rock climbing with these indoor places for rock climbing near the Upstate!
• Grab a delicious ice cream at one of these local ice cream shops.
• Play at these indoor play areas with your young children!
• Watch a $2 movie at Regal Cinemas.
• Visit the Greenville Zoo.
• Things to Do Outside
• Things to Do Indoors

Theater, Shows, and Sporting Events

Theatre

You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, May 27th – 28th, 2023 ; June 3rd- 4th, 2023

Greenville Triumph

VS. Union Omaha, June 10th, 2023 @ 7 pm
VS. Chattanooga Red Wolves, June 21, 2023 @ 7:30 pm

Greenville Liberty

VS. Wake FC, May 30, 2023, @ 7:30 pm
VS. NC Courage, June 2, 2023, @ 7 pm
VS. Charlotte Independence, June 6, 2023, @ 7 pm
VS. Asheville City, June 28, 2023, @ 7 pm

Greenville Drive

VS. Hickory, May 30th – June 4th, 2023 @ 7 pm (Sunday game at 3 pm)
VS. Greensboro, June 13th – June 18th, 2023 @ 7 pm (Sunday game at 3 pm)

Free Things to Do Happening This Month

We love free things to do! The events below happening in the Upstate are all “free” meaning they have no admission charge to attend.

Tuesday in Town: Greer Farmers Market, Tuesdays May 2nd – August 29th
End of Season Block Party, South Carolina Children Theatre, June 3rd, 2023
Make-A-Wish-Granting Celebration, June 3rd, 2023
Moonlight Movies at Greer City Park, June 8, 15, 22, 29 2023
Family Golf Day @ Greer Golf, June 10th, 2023
Southernside’s Summer Luau, June 17th, 2023
Park Hop Playdate, Tyger River Park, June 27th, 2023