Upcountry South Carolina

05/30/2026

🌿 This week’s Saturday Spotlight Snaps take us to Keowee-Toxaway State Park.

Known for its scenic mountain views, peaceful forest trails, and access to Lake Keowee, this state park is a favorite for hiking, camping, and reconnecting with nature. Visitors can explore miles of trails, from easy walks to more challenging routes, with rewarding overlooks along the way.

Whether you’re planning a quick afternoon adventure or a full weekend getaway, Keowee-Toxaway State Park offers plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors. Tag us in your Upcountry adventures for a chance to be featured next!

Check out more info on the park here: https://southcarolinaparks.com/keowee-toxaway

Location: 108 Residence Dr, Sunset, SC, 29685

Hours of operation: 9 am - 6 pm, daily (extended to 9 pm during Daylight Saving Time)

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05/29/2026

Music, food, and downtown Greenville views 🎶

The Greenville Jazz Fest returns this June with live performances spanning jazz, swing, blues, and more across multiple outdoor stages. With free admission and a full weekend schedule, it’s one of the Upcountry’s signature summer events.

Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or planning a night downtown, Greenville Jazz Fest is an easy addition to your summer plans.

💡 Tip: Arrive early to explore downtown dining and secure a good spot near the stages.

To learn more, click the link here: https://www.greenvillejazzfest.com/

Location: Main Street, Greenville, SC

Date(s) & Times: June 12th – 13th (Friday, (4 - 10 pm) and Saturday, (11 am - 9 pm).

Event/Photo Credit: Greenville Jazz Collective, Greenville Events & Cultural Arts

05/28/2026

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05/27/2026

Kinda reminds me of an iceberg, but with teeth!
Glad Big Al is behind that glass.

😁 Big Al’s got his summer smile on, and that can only mean one thing… feeding season is back! 🐊

Join us every Wednesday and Sunday at 2:15 p.m. starting June 10 (weather permitting) for alligator feedings and training sessions, where you can watch one of the zoo’s biggest personalities enjoy his lunch while learning more about these incredible reptiles.

‼️☀️ Planning to visit the zoo more than once this summer? The 2026 Summer Pass is here! For $50, enjoy unlimited zoo admission from June 1 through September 8. For more details, visit ⬇️

https://www.greenvillezoo.com/238/Summer-Pass

05/26/2026

We usually hear from the locals, “Why do you call it the Upcountry? This area is called the Upstate!”

This area has gone by many names: the Backcountry, the Upcountry, the Piedmont, and now the Upstate.

Here's why we call it the Upcoutry:

We usually hear from the locals, “Why do you call it the Upcountry? This area is called the Upstate!” This area has gone by many names: the Backcountry, the Upcountry, the Piedmont, and now the Upstate. We use the term Upcountry, as we promote, among other things, the history of the area. Since ...

05/24/2026

One of the Upcountry’s premier sporting events returns this summer ⛳

The BMW Charity Pro-Am presented by TD SYNNEX offers tournament play, celebrity pairings, community events, and opportunities to experience championship-level golf up close. Since its founding, the tournament has raised millions for regional nonprofits, making it one of the area’s most impactful annual events.

To learn more or buy tickets, click the link here: www.bmwgroup-werke.com/spartanburg/en/charity-golf.html

Location: Thornblade Club (1275 Thornblade Blvd, Greer, SC, 29650) and Country Club of Spartanburg (2500 Country Club Road, Spartanburg, SC, 29302).

Date(s) & Times: June 1–7, 2026 (times vary by date/location).

Event/Photo Credit: BMW USA

05/21/2026

A Bluegrass Festival, Shakespeare in the Park, Scottish Games, and a food truck roundup? It's all happening this weekend in the Upcountry!
Details on our calendar: https://upcountrysc.com/upcountry-events/

05/20/2026

Waterfall Wednesday! Today you get 8 waterfalls that are EASY to get to. Tag so we can see your adventures!
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05/19/2026

We went rafting on the Chattooga with NOC.com. Designated the South's first National Wild & Scenic River in 1974, the Chattooga is one of the premier whitewater rafting rivers in the Eastern United States. Made famous in the movie "Deliverance," the Chattooga is one of the longest and largest free flowing mountain rivers in the Southeast that remains in a relatively undeveloped condition.

05/18/2026

Always one of our favorites!
Did You Know: South Carolina actually produces more peaches than Georgia, and Cherokee County—which includes Gaffney—historically served as one of the country's largest peach providers.

Be sure to check out a list of all of our events on our website!