What's happening this weekend in Greenville? (12/04-12/07)

Good afternoon, Greenville!

Are y’all hoping for a white Christmas like I am? I’ll admit, I’m not usually a big snow fan—living in Denver cured me of that—but there’s something magical about seeing a little snowfall on Christmas Day. Sitting by the fire with a holiday cocktail while the flakes drift down? It’s been about 15 years since we last had one in the Upstate, so who knows… maybe this is the year.

Let’s get to it!

Harry’s Hoagie Shoppe

Price range: $8 - $14

Some days you just want a sandwich that hits—stacked high, fresh, and made by people who genuinely care about what they’re serving. If you’re craving that kind of no-nonsense, high-quality hoagie, Harry’s Hoagie Shoppe in Greenville deserves a spot on your list.

Here’s what people keep coming back for:

📫 1700 E North, Greenville
🕓 11 AM - 5 PM /closed Monday)

It’s the kind of place where the bread makes the sandwich, the ingredients do the talking, and you leave already planning your next visit. Whether you want a quick lunch or a go-to hoagie spot, Harry’s is worth checking out.

Just an FYI, we don't make money from these deals - we just love sharing good finds with our community.

Happy Hour

If “comfort food and a drink” is your love language, Tupelo Honey has you covered. Enjoy ½-off starters—think warm biscuits, fried green tomatoes, crispy Brussels, fried pickles, and more. Sip your way through $2 off drafts, bottles, & cans, $2 off wine by the glass, and $5 well spirits.

Plus, the daily specials keep things interesting:
Mimosa Monday: $2 off all regular and mega ’mosas
’Tini Tuesday: $3 classic gin/vodka martinis & cosmos
Wine Wednesday: ½-off wine bottles
Tequila Thursday: $6 Tupelo Honey Margarita

Where: Tupelo Honey
When: Monday - Friday | 4 - 6 PM

Clare’s Creamery

Clare’s Creamery in Greenville is celebrating a major national milestone after earning three National Awards of Excellence at this year’s Ice Cream Clinic, along with the prestigious Grand Master Ice Cream Maker title.

The locally owned creamery took top honors with Blue Ribbon awards for both Chocolate and Strawberry, two of its most popular flavors. Clare’s also received a Red Ribbon award for Honey Vanilla, further solidifying its reputation for quality and craftsmanship.

The Ice Cream Clinic is a respected national competition that evaluates products on flavor, texture, and overall excellence. Earning multiple awards in a single year is a rare achievement—made even more meaningful with the addition of the Grand Master distinction.

For Greenville, the recognition puts a hometown favorite on the national stage, highlighting the growing impact of small-batch, locally crafted treats.

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Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies

These Nutella Chocolate Chip Cookies are perfect for this time of year. They look like your classic soft, chewy chocolate chip cookie—until you bite in. That’s when the magic happens: a warm, melty pocket of Nutella right in the center. They’re rich, gooey, and just the right amount of indulgent. If you love chocolate, these are impossible to share… but I guess you can try. Get the recipe

We handpick events in and around Greenville. From premium to free events including comedy, festivals and live music.

The Nutcracker | Peace Center
Friday & Saturday | 7:30 PM
Sunday | 3 PM

Greenville's favorite holiday tradition is back. International Ballet and Artistic Director Vlada Kysselova brings The Nutcracker to life with her pre-professional company, academy students, and special guest artists.

Every Christmas Story Ever Told | Centre Stage
Thursday & Friday | 7:30 PM
Saturday & Sunday | 3 PM

Three actors speed through every Christmas story you know—A Christmas Carol, The Nutcracker, and plenty more—in one fast-paced comedy show. Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some) mixes classic holiday tales with improvisation and audience interaction, turning traditional stories sideways with unexpected twists. If you want your holiday theater with more laughs than sentimentality, this is the show for you.

Shuler King | The Comedy Zone
Friday | 7 PM & 9 PM
Saturday | Sold out
Sunday | 6 PM

Shuler King is likely the only comedian and funeral director working the circuit today—an origin story as unique as his voice. Raised by strict but loving parents and shaped by his surroundings, he delivers raw, relatable comedy rooted in real life. He believes humor comes from shared pain just as much as from joy, and audiences feel that connection. King first took the stage as a college freshman and hasn’t slowed down since. Now one of comedy’s fastest-rising names, he’s known for high-energy performances and viral social media videos that fans can’t get enough of.

Jessica it’s All Good | The Comedy Zone
Sunday | 7 PM

Jessica It's All Good does it all - comedy, emceeing, and DJing at venues across the country. She's hit stages at The Punchline, Comedy Zone, and Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club. This award-winning entertainer just published "The Cure For Stage Fright," which hit #1 in Women Authors on Amazon this May.

Poinsettia Christmas Parade | Downtown Greenville
Saturday | 6:30 - 8 PM

Kick off the season at the 2025 Poinsettia Christmas Parade! For more than 75 years, this Greenville tradition has filled Main Street with twinkling floats, music, and holiday cheer. The parade begins at 6:30 PM on Saturday, December 6, running from Augusta Street to North Street—arrive early to grab a great spot.

Nights of Lights | Downtown Greenville
Friday | 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Grab the family and head downtown to watch 25,550 LED lights flip on at once when our massive 30-foot Christmas tree officially kicks off the holiday season. Mayor White and WYFF 4's Jane Robelot will handle the countdown, so you'll want to show up before 6 PM to snag a good spot in front of M. Judson Booksellers. The actual lighting happens between 6 and 6:15 PM, and trust us – you don't want to miss that moment. While you're there, grab dinner from the food trucks, let the kids drop off their Santa letters, and maybe even snap a photo with the big guy himself.

Simpsonville Christmas Parade | Downtown Simpsonville
Sunday | 3 - 5 PM

Simpsonville’s Christmas Parade runs Main Street south, starting at N.E. Main and S. Pliney Circle—come celebrate with lights, music, and holiday cheer.

Smiley’s on the Roxx | Streeting September | 6:30 PM
Smiley’s on the Roxx | Adjacent Hays | 10 PM
Radio Room | Liam St. John | 8 PM

Smiley’s on the Roxx | The Time Bandits | 6:30 PM
Smiley’s on the Roxx | Funcle | 10 PM
Blues Boulevard Jazz | Java Band | 7:30 PM & 10 PM
Old School Tavern | Funk Nation | 8 PM

Blues Boulevard Jazz | Darrin Jackson | 7:30 PM & 10 PM
Radio Room | Southern Culture on The Skids | 8 PM
Doc’s Tavern | Eric Weiler Band | 8 PM
Smiley’s on the Roxx | Almost Vintage | 9 PM

Smiley’s on the Roxx | Acid Reflux Band | 6:30 PM
Smiley’s on the Roxx | Broken Rekordd | 10 PM

🏈 ⚾ Sports

Greenville Swamp Rabbits VS Orlando Solar Bears | Bon Secours Arena
Friday | 7:05 PM

Just a quick sleigh ride from Greenville, McAdenville, NC flips the switch each December and becomes Christmas Town U.S.A. Since 1956, this tiny spot west of Charlotte has gone full Clark Griswold—pulling in 600k+ visitors a year to wander, drive, and gawk at its glowing streets. From Dec 1–26, 5:30–10 PM, expect caroling bells, twinkling displays, and enough holiday cheer to power Santa’s whole operation. Whether you cruise through or stroll with the fam, McAdenville is built to deliver core-memory Christmas moments.

Consider arriving early, and walking is recommended to take in the full experience. Also, go during the week if you can, since it’s less crowded.

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