Oct 1-31, 2025
Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens
October is your opportunity to sneak a peek behind the gates of some of Charleston’s loveliest private homes and gardens. Sponsored by the Preservation Society of Charleston, the Fall Tours highlight the Holy City’s distinctive cultural and architectural heritage through a series of walking tours, house and garden tours, and in-depth neighborhood tours. Come be inspired by the power of preservation.
Various locations in Charleston. Oct. 1–31, times and prices vary. preservationsociety.org/events/fall-tours
Oct 1-4, 2025
Albino Skunk Music Festival
More than a dozen musical acts take the stage during this four-day tribute to bluegrass, Americana, folk, roots, and rock music. When you’re not listening to bands such as Shinyribs, Christina Vane, The Hillbenders, and Wolf Jett, you can browse the wares of local artisans and nosh on treats from on-site food trucks. Consider camping out for the duration, so you don’t miss a single note.
The SkunkFarm, 4067 Jordan Rd., Greer. Oct. 1–4, Wed.–Sat., times vary. One-day passes, $40-$90; two- ($150) and three-day ($220) passes also available. albinoskunk.com
Oct 3-4, 2025
Beaufort Shrimp Festival
Fresh-caught shrimp is the star of this festival. It appears in a variety of dishes created by some of the area’s best-known chefs and restaurants. Friday adds an arts and crafts market by day and a concert by Billy & The Jets (a Billy Joel and Elton John tribute band) by evening. On Saturday, more crafts, live music, and a Kids Zone and magic show round out the fun.
Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, 700 Bay St., Beaufort. Oct. 3–4, Fri., 5–10pm; Sat., 11am–4pm. Free admission (tickets required for food & beverage purchases). beaufortshrimpfestival.com
Oct 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2025
TD Saturday Market
The last month of the Saturday Market is an opportunity to stock up on fall veggies and other goodies before the market closes for the season. Bring the kids in costume on October 25, when they can trick-or-treat at vendors’ booths along two blocks of Main Street. It’s always sad to say goodbye to Greenville’s favorite Saturday market, but spring will be back before you know it.
McBee & S. Main St., Greenville. Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25, Sat., 8am–noon. saturdaymarketlive.com
Oct 4, 2025
Greenville Blues Festival
For the 7th year, the Blues Is Alright Tour returns to The Well for a toe-tapping evening of musical storytelling. The stellar lineup includes soul men J-Wonn, Lenny Williams, and Pokey Bear; blues guitarist, singer and songwriter Theodis Ealey; the R&B sounds of Tucka and King George; Southern soul by West Love, aka Kelsie West; and South Carolina native Dougie Furtick, the face behind 803 Fresh.
Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville. Oct. 4, Sat., 7pm. Tickets start at $77.60. 864.241.3800, bonsecoursarena.com/events/detail/bluesfest-greenville-tickets
Oct 4, 2025
Greer Arts & Eats Festival
The Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce presents this family-friendly festival to celebrate and support local businesses. Find some of the Upstate’s best bites at the Food Court and wash them down with local brews from the Beer Garden. Enjoy the daylong lineup of live music on Trade Street, and shop local vendors at Artist Alley. Kids can indulge their inner artists with free crafts activities at the Creation Station.
Trade St., Greer. Oct. 4, Sat., 10am–8pm. Free. greerartsandeats.com
Oct 4, 2025
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association has mobilized millions of Americans in more than 600 communities across the US in the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Join the effort by getting a team together to walk the 2–3 miles and signing on sponsors to back you in raising money to find a cure for this disease that affects so many people.
Fluor Field at the West End, 945 S. Main St., Greenville. Oct. 4, Sat., 8am. Fundraising minimum $100. act.alz.org
Oct 8-19, 2025
South Carolina State Fair
Whether you go to see the livestock exhibits, thrill to the carnival rides, or cheer on your favorite little piggy in the Swifty Swine race, there’s plenty of fun to entertain the whole family at the South Carolina State Fair. CIRCUS at the Fair will be back with aerialists, clowns, and acrobats on skates. Add to that live music, plus plenty of funnel cakes and other fair fare to keep you going.
1200 Rosewood Dr., Columbia. Oct. 8–19, daily, Mon.–Fri., 11am–9pm; weekends, times vary. General admission, $20. scstatefair.org
Oct 10-12, 2025
Fall for Greenville
The tagline “Tastes, tunes, and taps” aptly sums up the weekend of Fall for Greenville. What began in 1982 as a downtown food festival has now expanded to feature 80 bands on 7 stages over its three days of entertainment. Then there’s the 50 beer taps and wine vendors, and the main attraction—more than 300 delicious bites from 60 local restaurants.
Main St., Greenville. Oct. 10–12, Fri., noon–10pm; Sat., 11am–9pm; Sun., noon–7pm. Free admission (separate charge for food & drink tickets). fallforgreenville.net
Oct 11, 2025
Paris Mountain Half Marathon
What goes up must come down. Keep telling yourself that as you tackle the slopes and switchbacks in Paris Mountain State Park during this half marathon. The challenging race takes on 2,300 feet of elevation, but the good news is you’ll enjoy stunning autumn landscapes of woods, lakes, and waterfalls along the course. Tie on your running shoes and see if you’ve got what it takes.
2401 State Park Rd., Greenville. Oct. 11, Sat., 8am. $70. runsignup.com/Race/SC/Greenville/ParisMountain
Oct 16-19, 2025
Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
It’s time to start thinking about your holiday gift list, and this annual craft fair in Asheville is a great place to get started. More than 100 artists present their wares in mediums from wood and clay to fiber, glass, and paper in a shopping experience set to live music. Be sure to check the schedule for daily craft demos.
Harrah’s Cherokee Center, 87 Haywood St., Asheville, NC. Oct. 16–19, Thurs.–Sun., 10am–5pm. Admission, $12. southernhighlandguild.org
Oct 16, 2025
Keith Urban: High and Alive World Tour
With four Grammys, 15 Academy of Music Awards, and more accolades to his credit, Australian-born singer Keith Urban will wow audiences at The Well for one special evening with hits such as “You’ll Think of Me,” “Better Life,” and “Sweet Thing” (inspired by his wife, Nicole Kidman). Urban’s openers for the performance are country singers Chase Matthews, Alana Springsteen, and Karley Scott Collins.
Bon Secours Wellness Center, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville. Oct. 16, Thurs., 7pm. Tickets start at $45.50. 864.241.3800, bonsecoursarena.com
Oct. 16, 2025
Mill Village Farms Culinary Concert
This event at Hotel Hartness begins with artisanal liqueurs followed by a multicourse culinary tasting complete with wine pairings. Live music and a live auction will benefit Mill Village Farms’s urban gardening efforts, which develop young leaders while also feeding families with fresh, healthy food. Garden and food education expert Jerri Brock will be on hand to offer tips and tricks straight from Mill Village Farms Garden.
Hotel Hartness, 120 Halston Ave., Greenville. Oct. 16, Thurs., 6:30pm. $125. fundraise.givesmart.com/e/qY18fA?vid=1l2ajr
Oct 17-Nov 2, 2025
Clue: On Stage
A dark and stormy night sets the stage for this classic whodunit, which takes place at Boddy Manor near Washington, DC. Based on the popular board game and the 1985 film, Clue: On Stage brings together six guests, all of whom are being blackmailed by their host, Mr. Boddy. When he turns up dead, a madcap race ensues to identify the killer, the weapon, and the room where the murder took place.
Greenville Theatre, 444 College St., Greenville. Oct. 17–Nov. 2, Thurs.–Sun., times vary. $35. 864.233.6238, greenvilletheatre.org
Oct 17, 19, 24, 25 & 31
Greenville Swamp Rabbits
Come early for the pre-game party to celebrate the 2025–26 season opener as the Swamp Rabbits challenge the Utah Grizzlies on Friday, October 17. As you get psyched for all the new ice action, don’t forget to reserve your tickets for the four other home games this month, including one on Halloween, when spooky tricks and treats await fans of all ages.
Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville. Oct. 17, 19, 24, 25 & 31, Fri.–Sat., 7pm; Sun., 3pm. Tickets start at $30. swamprabbits.com
October 17–19, 2025
Antiques, Fine Art & Design Weekend
Looking to be inspired by antiques and fine art? Don’t miss this annual show at the Greenville County Museum of Art, which brings in antiques and art dealers from around the Southeast and beyond. This year’s guest speaker is Caroline Gidiere, an acclaimed interior decorator and author from Birmingham, Alabama, who will give a talk based on her book Interiors for a Life in Good Taste (Friday, 9:30am, $125).
Greenville County Museum of Art, 420 College St., Greenville. Oct. 17–19, Fri., 11am–5pm; Sat., 10am–5pm; Sun., 1–5pm. Free. gcma.org
Oct 19, 2025
Hampton-Pinckney Porchfest
Pairing historic architecture with local music, Porchfest is a great way to meet your neighbors. Stroll around the Hampton-Pinckney Historic District—Greenville’s first National Historic District—admiring the nineteenth-century homes. Along the way, step up on designated porches to hear local musicians play. Sponsored by the Sigal Music Museum, the fifth year of Porchfest also features food trucks and area artisans.
Hampton-Pinckney Historic District, between Butler Ave. & Lloyd St., Greenville. Oct. 19, Sun., 1–6pm. Free. hpporchfest.org
Oct 21-26, 2025
Water for Elephants
Hailed as “stunning, emotional, heart-filled and gorgeously imaginative” by The New York Times, Water for Elephants brings Sara Gruen’s 2006 novel to the stage. Grief-stricken after the death of his parents, vet student Jacob Jankowski quits school and hops aboard a circus train. The plot thickens when he is recruited to care for the circus animals—including a recalcitrant elephant named Rosie—and develops feelings for the troupe’s married equestrian star, Marlena.
Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville. Oct. 21–26, Tues.–Sun., times vary. Tickets start at $65. 864.467.3000, peacecenter.org
Oct 24-25, 2025
Greenville Country Music Fest
Grab your cowboy hats and boots and gallop over to CCNB Amphitheatre in Simpsonville for two days of country music. It’s an all-star lineup starting on Friday, when Texas singer-songwriter Koe Wetzel takes the stage, followed by Muscadine Bloodline and Conner Smith. Saturday’s headliner is country and bluegrass crooner Zach Top. His special guests include Travis Tritt and Ian Munsick.
CCNB Amphitheatre, 861 S.E. Main St., Simpsonville. Oct. 24–25, Fri.–Sat., concerts start at noon. General admission: Fri., $96.34; Sat., $107.29. gvlfest.com
Oct 29, 2025
Three Sisters Dinner at Topsoil
Food, farming, and community come together at the second annual Three Sisters Dinner. Presented by Furman University’s Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities and Topsoil restaurant, the dinner features five courses, each of which highlights corn, beans, or squash—the “Three Sisters” that were traditionally grown together by indigenous people of Central and North America. All proceeds support the Furman Farm’s regenerative agriculture projects, student internships, and educational outreach programs.
Topsoil Kitchen & Market, 13 S. Main St., Travelers Rest. Oct. 29, Wed., 6:30–9pm. $140.56. eventbrite.com/e/the-three-sisters-dinner-with-the-shi-institute-at-furman-university-tickets-1511048509769?aff=PressRelease
Oct 29, 2025
Halloween at Heritage Park
A ghoulish time will be had by all at this family-friendly Halloween celebration at Heritage Park. Come in costume and spend the evening indulging in all the things. There will be face-painting, inflatables to bounce on, trucks to touch—oh, and did we mention free candy? Bring your spookiest Halloween spirit and join the fun.
Heritage Park, 861 S.E. Main St., Simpsonville. Oct. 29, Wed., 5–8pm. Free. simpsonvillechamber.com
Nov 1, 2025
Boozy Brunch Book Club
A book club with adult beverages and brunch? Yes, please. Especially if it takes place at LaRue Fine Chocolates, USA Today’s #1 Chocolate Shop in America. Owner and master chocolatier Elizabeth McDaniel will shake up some awesome cocktails to go with brunch, while Greenville novelist Ashley Warlick, the buyer for M. Judson Booksellers, chats about the selection of books she features at the event.
LaRue Fine Chocolates, 556 Perry Ave., Ste. B115, Greenville. Nov. 1, Sat., noon. $50 (includes a paperback book of your choosing). laruefinechocolate.com
Nov 1-2, 2025
Everything Outdoor Fest
What’s your outdoor pleasure? Whether it’s hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, fishing, disc golf, off-roading, or even yoga, you’ll find like-minded folks and immersive experiences at the annual Everything Outdoor Fest. Bring the family—including your pup—and try something new. Live music and food trucks will also be on-site at Historic Hopkins Farm.
Historic Hopkins Farm, 3717 Fork Shoals Rd., Simpsonville. Nov. 1–2, Sat., 10am–6pm; Sun., 11am–4pm. Adults, $12; kids (ages 4-12), $6. everythingoutdoorfest.com
