Our first summer events article will help you plan your June trip to the Upcountry! From music events to dining delights and outdoor activities, the hot weather can’t stop a good time in our area. Check out the chronological list below to find the best upcoming events for your next visit.
Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show
Location: Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 Academy St, Greenville, SC, 29601-2246. Date(s) & Times: June 4th, 2025 (starting at 7:30 p.m.). Don’t miss Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show concert with special guest Nikki Lane. Certified resale tickets through Ticketmaster are on sale now!
Lavender You-Pick
Location: Elf Leaf Farm, 141 N Campbell Rd, Landrum, SC, 29356. Date(s) & Times: Tuesdays – Sundays, June 4th – 30th, 2025 (9 am – 4 pm). Join them at the farm for the annual You Pick Lavender events! Dates occur throughout June and include other mid-week activities. In addition to lavender, they sell local home, bath, and culinary lavender products.
BMW Charity Pro-Am
Location: Thornblade Club, 1275 Thornblade Blvd, Greer, SC, 29650. Date(s) & Times: June 5th – 8th, 2025 (times vary). The BMW Charity Pro-Am is the only tournament on the Korn Ferry Tour where amateurs and celebrities pair up with tour professionals in a three-day better-ball competition over two courses. The lowest 65 pros (and ties) will play on Saturday and Sunday at the Thornblade Club.
Movie Night in the Park
Location: Carolina Wren Park, 112 N Main St, Anderson, SC, 29621-5609. Date(s) & Times: June 6th, 2025 (starting at 8:50 p.m.). Check out free Movie Nights at Carolina Wren Park! Bring your chair, blanket, and favorite people for an outdoor screening. More dates and movies will be coming soon!
4th Annual Rhythm on the River
Location: Dolly Cooper Park, 170 Spearman Cir, Greenville, SC, 29611. Date(s) & Times: June 7th, 2025 (1 – 8 p.m.). The family-friendly outdoor music festivities at Rhythm on the River begin with live music all day and food, desserts, and beer trucks serving your favorites. Check out the local artisan craft makers market and KidsZone, which has face painting and giant yard games. Admission & Parking are free, with a golf cart shuttle service provided for convenience!
North Main Commons Beer Festival
Location: Magnetic South Brewery, 502 N Main St, Anderson, SC, 29621-5519. Date(s) & Times: June 7th, 2025 (starting at noon). Prepare for an incredible day of craft beer, live music, and community at the North Main Commons Beer Festival. This event proudly partners with the South Carolina Brewers Guild, supporting the craft beer industry in our state. The festival showcases over 20 breweries, offering a terrific selection and sampling of craft beers.
Repticon Greenville
Location: Hejaz Shriners Temple, 119 Beverly Rd, Greenville, SC, 29609. Date(s) & Times: June 7th – 8th, 2025 (times vary). This show features everything you love about Repticon’s two days of fun and excitement! See live animals, learn more about reptiles and exotic animals, and purchase pets and pet products directly from the experts.
Clemson Triathlon
Location: Snow Family Outdoor Fitness and Wellness Center, 275 YMCA Circle, Seneca, SC, 29678. Date(s) & Times: June 21st, 2025 (7 – 11 am). The Clemson Triathlon moves into its 26th season in 2025. The course features two loops of the world-famous bike course and more flat running along the East Beach Dike. This event is the oldest existing triathlon in South Carolina and a classic tour of Clemson University.
Balloon Glow & Laser Show – Greenville
Location: Historic Hopkins Farm, 3710 Fork Shoals Rd, Simpsonville, SC 29680. Date(s) & Times: June 20th – 21st (times vary). See and ride on incredible Hot Air Balloons! Enjoy a Kids Zone with games, rides, live music, and vendor booths. Food Vendors will be present with festival-style food to choose from! Don’t miss out on the fun at Balloon Glow & Laser Show!
Freedom Celebration
Location: Big Water Marina, 320 Big Water Rd, Starr, SC, 29684-9435. Date(s) & Times: June 28th, 2025 (11 am – 10:30 pm). Lake Hartwell is the backdrop for the best fireworks show! Come early to enjoy a lake day with food trucks & local vendors, then stick around for the fireworks starting around 9 pm. Freedom Celebration is free for visitors by boat, with paid parking on the event day. $5 general parking OR $15 VIP parking (inside the gate), with shuttle access for both locations.
Greer Freedom Blast
Location: 301 E Poinsett St, Greer, SC, 29651. Date(s) & Times: June 28th, 2025 (6 – 10:30 pm). Greer’s Freedom Blast is an annual gathering that unites the community and visitors while paying tribute to our active and veteran servicemen and servicewomen. The evening is filled with live entertainment, military and veteran organizations, military vehicles, local food trucks and vendors, and many kids’ activities! The fireworks show, set to patriotic songs in City Park, starts at 10:00 pm.
There’s plenty to look forward to this season in June, and stay tuned for Parts 2 & 3 of these summer trip guides coming soon! Check out this other article on new Scenic river tubing trips on the Pacolet River for more enjoyable outdoor adventures.
By: Sarah (Moore) Gross, Contributing Author