July 4th-Celebrate Our Nation!
No matter where in the Upcountry you are this July 4th, there is sure to be a celebration near you. Fountain Inn Fireworks Spectacular with performances by Cravin Melon, food trucks, kids entertainment and fireworks. July 2 at 6pm. July 4th Celebration
Spartanburg’s Home for Arts, Culture, and SO much more!
Chapman Cultural Center is Spartanburg’s one-stop shop for arts and cultural events, performances, exhibits, and educational programming in Spartanburg County. If you’re unfamiliar with the center, it features a variety of independent museums, galleries, and other cultural organizations located inside
Strawberry Hill USA
With strawberry season in full swing, there is no better time to visit Strawberry Hill USA Farm on the national scenic byway, Highway 11, in Chesnee for some freshly-picked, juicy strawberries straight from the farm. Strawberry Hill USA is a multigenerational
Peaches and Berries Guide
Looking for road side stands? How about pick-your-own-fields? What about delicious recipes? We've got a guide will will help you find all of this and more! The Peaches & Berries Guide covers what is in season, where to find it, how to store the
Spring Events 2022 for UpcountrySC
There is no better time to visit the Upcountry than when our area is bursting with flowers and sunshine. Here's a roundup of Spring events to put on your calendar. Old Time Jam + Camping Weekend - April 15-16 Hagood Mill will
45th Annual Pendleton Spring Jubilee
Take a break from spring cleaning and experience a weekend event unlike any other that is so much more than just an ordinary art festival. For 45 years, the organizers have poured their passion and knowledge into this event, with the intention of
First Day Hikes
Kick-off the new year with a First Day Hike! Many state parks are offering hikes. Visit the South Carolina State Park's Programs and Events webpage and filter for 01/01/2022 to 01/01/2022 to find one that interest you. One of our favorites takes
Holiday Lights & Events-fun for the whole family!
A fun family outing is to head to one of the special events or light displays in the area. The Pendleton Christkindlmarkt Held for 3 weekends (Nov 26 - Dec 11), downtown Pendleton features homemade crafts, art, baked goods, holiday music and
Christmas in Gaffney
December 10th will kick off Christmas in Gaffney with “A Storybook Christmas.” Come watch as the stories unfold in the city of Gaffney’s annual nighttime Christmas parade, where participants will decorate their entries to the theme of their favorite storybook.
Skating in the Upcountry
Ice skating? In the Upcountry? There sure is! There are fun and family-friendly ice rinks that are built during the holiday season (as you know, it's not very cold here). They open in late November and run into January with each
