Upcountry South Carolina

08/16/2025

Don’t miss the 3rd Annual ! 🥭

This event is complete with tickets for a free tasting of Pawpaw fruit, Educational plant walks with local experts, live bluegrass music, shopping with artisans and makers, food and beverage with local food trucks (featuring pawpaw-flavored culinary delights).

Get your tickets at the link here: www.simpletix.com/e/parking-pass-sc-pawpaw-festival-2025-tickets-219251

Date(s) & Times: Aug. 30th, 3 - 8 pm (gates open at 2:30 pm).
Location: Blue Oak Horticulture LLC, 198 Fews Bridge Road, Taylors, SC, 29687.

Photo Credit: Stephen Nix

08/15/2025

It’s the 12th Annual Dacusville Farm Show! 🚜

This two-day event features live music and shows, a kids’ zone, entertainment, tractor and farm equipment demos, and much more! Tickets are $10 (cash only) at the gate, and parking is free!

For more information on the event lineup and vendors, check out the link here: https://www.facebook.com/share/15gUdHVCuv/

Date(s) & Times: Aug. 30th - 31st, gates open at 8 am daily.
Location: 3147 Earls Bridge Rd., Easley, SC, 29640

Photo Credit: Dacusville Heritage Association

08/14/2025

This weekend, Restaurant Week continues, there's a rodeo, a gospel review, a battlefield hike, and a few concerts. You've got choices in the Upcountry!
Details on our calendar.

Free Visitors Guide

08/13/2025

More than pears, persimmons, and paw-paws at Chattooga Belle Farm. There's a Bistro, a Distillery, a store, and places to stay.
Now we that we think about it, "More than pears, persimmons, and paw-paws" would be a great book title!

08/12/2025

Restaurant Week South Carolina is Thursday, Aug. 14 and runs through Sunday, Aug. 24. It's a great opportunity to try something new! Sort by city and discover your new favorite place.

Restaurant Week South Carolina is an 11-day celebration at hundreds of participating restaurants.

08/11/2025

You've got lots of options for adventure with Wildwater Ltd, from minitrips to overnighters. https://wildwaterrafting.com/adventures/chattooga-river-rafting

The word 'Chattooga' comes from the Cherokee 'Tsatu-gi,' meaning 'he has crossed the stream' - a reminder that crossing this river has always meant something significant.

08/09/2025

Don't miss the 27th Annual Bon Dance Japanese Culture Festival, coming to McAlister Square this month! 🌸

This event has free admission and demonstrations, and you can purchase tickets for bento boxes, snacks, games, and prizes at the door! From Japanese crafts for sale to Bubble tea by local Ocha Tea Bar, there is plenty to do, see, and taste!

For more information on the event lineup and vendors, check out the link here: https://jaasc.org/events/bon-dance-festival/

Date(s) & Times: August 23rd (12 - 4:30 pm)
Location: McAlister Square, 225 S Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville, SC, 29607.

Photo Credit: Japan-America Association of South Carolina

08/08/2025

There’s always great music to be heard in the Upcountry! Check out these upcoming concerts:
🎶 Downtown Alive | Arts After Dark - Date(s) & Times: Every third Thursday (last one this season - August 21st), 5:30 - 8 pm. Location: Noma Square, 220 N Main St, Greenville, SC, 29601. Details: At the Arts After Dark tent, visitors can take advantage of the opportunity to snag one-of-a-kind pottery, jewelry, or framed paintings and drawings. Artists may even be providing live demonstrations. Learn more here: www.greenvillearts.com/event/arts-after-dark-downtown-alive/
🎶 Shinedown, Bush & Morgan Wade "Dance, Kid, Dance Tour" - Date(s) & Times: August 23rd, starting at 7 pm. Location: Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 North Academy Street, Greenville, SC, 29601. Details: Fans can expect all-star sets from the artist lineup, including fan-favorite hits and classics! More info and purchase your tickets here: www.bonsecoursarena.com/events/detail/shinedown-bon-secours
🎶 America: The Encore Tour 2025 - Date(s) & Times: August 24th, starting at 7 pm. Location: Peace Center Concert Hall, SW corner of Broad St. and Main St., Downtown Greenville, SC, 29601. Details: Multi-platinum-selling group AMERICA celebrates its 55th anniversary with the "Encore Tour 2025! Don’t miss your chance to snag tickets to this iconic show: www.peacecenter.org/events/detail/25-america
🎶 Gothic Appalachia: A Musical Showcase - Date(s) & Times: August 23rd, 7 - 10:30 pm. Location: Carolina Bauernhaus, 115 Federal Street, Anderson, SC, 29625. Details: It’s a night of mysterious, spine-tingling tunes in this rustic downtown Anderson taproom. Buy your tickets here: www.eventbrite.com/e/gothic-appalachia-music-showcase-tickets-1474959777399

Photo Credit: Metropolitan Arts Council, Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Peace Center, Carolina Bauernhaus Brewery & Winery

08/07/2025

ONE LAST SPLASH OF SUMMER!
Our friends at Nantahala Outdoor Center have a deal this month. Use code SPLASH20 for 20% off any guided raft trip or rental on any river through September 30th! Valid on reservations made now through August 31st. https://noc.com/whitewater-rafting/

08/07/2025

One of our favorite weeks is coming up: Restaurant Week!
August 14-24 is your chance to try some amazing meals. We've got a list going of best bites you can get for under $50 per person.
Ready, set, eat!

For the last 15 years, Restaurant Week SC has been serving up two to five-course meals from Clemson to Spartanburg and everywhere in between twice a year (January and August). This includes lunches, dinners, and dessert options, allowing us to try classic favorites and new dishes! We are showcasing....

08/06/2025

This looks like fun!

SOLD OUT! Check the link for other dates!

🌄SUNSET PADDLE with a RANGER!
📍Croft State Park
📅Friday, August 8
⌛7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
$25/person -- book at the link below! 👇
10 years & Older- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Boats, life jackets and paddles are provided.

08/05/2025

We like this list, especially # 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 11, and 12!

For memories that will last a lifetime, here are 12 of the best day trips in South Carolina - one for each month of the year!