February is full of excitement across Greenville and the Lowcountry, with events that appeal to every interest and age. From captivating theater productions and live concerts to bustling festivals, sports games, and festive Valentine’s celebrations, there’s no shortage of ways to make the most of the month. Whether you’re looking for a night out, a family-friendly activity, or a unique date idea, February offers something for everyone.
Thru Feb 15, 2026
Heroes of the Fourth Turning
A Pulitzer Prize finalist, this play by Will Arbery speaks to the heart of a country divided. When four young conservatives gather to celebrate their mentor’s new appointment as president of a small Catholic college, a happy reunion spirals into a clash of politics, with each character fighting to be understood. This is a drama that will make you think twice before judging others.
Warehouse Theatre, 37 Augusta St., Greenville. Thru Feb. 15, Thurs.–Sat., 8pm; Sun., 3pm. General admission, $35; reserved seats, $40. warehousetheatre.com
Feb 1, 2026
Lowcountry Oyster Festival
The world’s largest oyster festival rolls out in the Lowcountry this month when more than 45,000 pounds of the beloved bivalves are trucked to the grounds of Boone Hall Plantation near Charleston. But wait—there’s more: expect live music, oyster shucking and eating contests, adult libatons, the Pluff-a-Palooza kids’ area, and even a food court for those who—perish the thought!—don’t eat oysters.
Boone Hall Plantation, 1235 Long Point Rd., Mt. Pleasant. Feb. 1, Sun., 10am–5pm. $25. lowcountryhospitalityassociation.com/oyster-fest
Feb 5-8. 2026
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents The Greatest Show on Earth
See riders take a spin on the world’s tallest unicyle (34 feet). Watch the Flying Caceres Troupe defy gravity on the Criss-Cross Flying Trapeze. Thrill to four acrobats rotating 30 feet above the ground in the Double Wheel of Destiny, and hold your breath as the Human Rocket blasts out of a cannon at 65mph. These are just a few of the adrenaline-packed acts you’ll see when the circus comes to town.
Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville. Feb. 5–8, Thurs.–Sun., times vary. Tickets start at $30.65. bonsecoursarena.com
Feb 5-8, 2026
Winter Chautauqua
By bringing history to life through interactive theater performances and compelling discussion, Chautauqua gathers people together to celebrate our culture’s diversity. This month’s shows portray author and journalist Ernest Hemingway, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1954. Bringing this larger-than-life character to the stage is John Dennis Anderson, performance studies scholar and Professor Emeritus in Communication Studies at Boston’s Emerson College.
Various Upstate locations. Feb. 5–8, times vary. Free (reservations required). Historycomesalive.org/winter-chautauqua
Feb 6, 2026
Emmaline “Be My Valentine” Tour
Candlelight, roses, and the smoldering voice of young jazz-pop vocalist and violinist Emmaline Campbell amounts to a surefire evening of romance at The Mockingbird listening room. Campbell, who got her start on social media, will perform a setlist of original love songs and her viral versions of swoon-worthy classics. If you weren’t in love before the concert, you just may be by the time it’s over.
The Mockingbird at the Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville. Feb. 6, Fri., 7:30pm. $55. peacecenter.org
Feb 7-22, 2026
The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe
In 1950, C.S. Lewis penned this timeless tale of four children’s adventures in the magical world of Narnia. It’s still relevant today, as the SC Children’s Theatre brings this epic battle of good versus evil to its stage. In the White Witch’s icy land of eternal winter, how the siblings display courage, sacrifice, and ultimately triumph over evil remains an inspiring and uplifting story.
South Carolina Children’s Theatre, 153 Augusta St., Greenville. Feb. 7–22, Sat.–Sun., times vary. $15. scchildrenstheatre.org
Feb 7, 2026
Love and Special Sauce: Lemonade 20th Anniversary Tour
The first act booked at Greenville’s new standing-room-only concert venue, Coach Music Factory, G. Love and Special Sauce is renowned for a laid-back, rootsy sound that incorporates elements of hip-hop, blues, funk, and soul. The trio delivers energetic live performances, led by front man Garrett Dutton’s (aka G. Love) unique vocal delivery, which blends rap-like spoken words with bluesy crooning.
Coach Music Factory at the Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville. Feb. 7, Sat., 7:30pm (standing room only). $44. peacecenter.org
Feb 10-15, 2026
Hell’s Kitchen
A new musical from 17-time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys, Hell’s Kitchen features some of Keys’s best ballads in the process of telling the story of rebellious 17-year-old Ali and her struggle with her overprotective mother. With the help of a neighbor who introduces the teen to the transformative power of music, Ali manages to find her purpose and her place in the world.
Peace Center, 300 S. Main St., Greenville. Feb. 10–15, Tues.–Sun., times vary. Tickets start at $71.50. peacecenter.org
Feb 11, 13, 15 & 19, 21 & 22, 2026
Greenville Swamp Rabbits Hockey
If your Valentine is a sports fan, why cuddle up together to watch the Swamp Rabbits hit the ice? This month, you can choose from matches against the Atlanta Gladiators, the SC Stingrays, the Savannah Ghost Pirates, and the Tulsa Oilers. The game on February 15 also happens to be mascot Stomper’s birthday, so there will be extra fun and shenanigans.
Bon Secours Wellness Arena, 650 N. Academy St., Greenville. Feb. 11, 13, 15, 19, 21 & 22, Thurs.–Sat., 7:05pm; Sun., 3:05pm. Tickets start at $36.50. swamprabbits.com
Feb 11, 2026
Julie Valentine Luncheon
Founded to provide hope and healing to those impacted by child abuse or sexual assault, the Julie Valentine Center presents its annual luncheon, this year celebrating the theme The Space to Heal with guest speaker Amanda Nguyen. The first Vietnamese and Southeast Asian woman in space, Nguyen has become an activist for the rights of sexual assault survivors. Hear her inspiring story of resilience and healing, which she recounts in her book, Saving Five.
Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr., Greenville. Feb. 11, Wed., noon. $100. julievalentinecenter.org
Feb 11, 2026
LaRue Cookie Decorating Party
Cookies make a great Valentine’s gift, and you can get a head start by making your own at LaRue at The Commons. Sign up for their cookie decorating party, where you’ll get all the supplies you need to decorate 6–7 baked cookies with hearts, flowers, or whatever adornments illustrate your idea of romance. All this and a glass of bubbly, too.
LaRue at The Commons, 147 Welborn St., Greenville. Feb. 11, Wed., 6pm. $25. Laruefinechocolate.com
Feb 12-15, 2026
Children of Eden
Parents, children, and faith are the themes examined in this retelling of the Bible’s Book of Genesis. A musical by Stephen Schwartz and John Caird, Children of Eden takes the audience through the stories of Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, and Noah and the flood. In each act, characters deal with the difficulty of choice and the pain of letting go of those you love.
Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E. Butler Rd., Mauldin. Feb. 12–15, Thurs.–Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 3pm. $25. mauldinculturalcenter.org
Feb 12-15, 2026
Love Letters
A fitting subject for February, Love Letters delves into the power of written connection. The relationship of Andrew and Melissa, childhood friends turned soulmates, comes to light via a lifetime of poignant letters. You can’t help but be deeply touched by the tenderness of this play, which captures the beauty of love in its many forms. Bring your honey and make this production part of your Valentine’s Day celebration.
Centre Stage, 501 River St., Greenville. Feb. 12–15, Thurs.–Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 3pm. $18. centrestage.org
Feb 12, 2026
Pasta Class with Naked Pasta
Here’s your chance to add a new culinary skill to your kitchen repertoire in the new year by learning to make pasta from scratch. In the Valentine’s edition of Naked Pasta’s class, you’ll make and fill heart-shaped ravioli. The class includes snacks, libations, hands-on instructions—and you get to eat what you make. Why not bring your sweetie and make it a date?
Naked Pasta, 404 Cedar Lane Rd., Greenville. Feb. 12, Thurs., 6pm. $75. nakedpastasc.com
Feb 13-15, 2026
Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
Whether you’re an outdoorsman, a hunter, an animal lover, or a conservation advocate, there’s something for all wildlife and nature buffs at this Lowcountry festival, which has been going strong since 1983. The weekend’s lineup includes birds of prey flight demos, a sheep- and duck-herding demos, and, of course, the beloved Dockdogs Competitions. In addition, art enthusiasts will appreciate the fine art exhibits, while foodies will frequent the chef demos.
Various locations in Charleston. Feb. 13–15, Fri.–Sat., 10am–6pm; Sun., 10am–5pm. Single-day admission: Fri. or Sat., $45; Sun., $40; 3-day admission, $95. sewe.com
Feb 14, 2026
Cupid’s Chase 5K
Why not start off the morning of Valentine’s Day by enhancing the lives of people with disabilities? That’s who this annual 5K benefits. Dust off those running shoes and come out for a fully accessible, pet-friendly 5K. Runners, walkers, and participants with baby strollers and wheelchairs are all welcome. Held in myriad cities across the US, the annual Cupid’s Chase 5K raises funds for Community Options, a nonprofit based in New Jersey.
Unity Park, 320 S. Hudson St., Greenville. Feb. 14, Sat., 8am check-in; race begins at 10am. $45. runsignup.com/CupidsChase5KGreenville
Feb 14, 2026
Valentine’s Day Concert
If love songs make your heart sing on Valentine’s Day, snag tickets for this concert, featuring world-renowned pianist Emile Pandolfi as the headliner. He’ll be joined by stage couples Mary Freeman and John Brigham, as well as Broadway actress Siri Howard and Max Quinlan, Greenville Theatre’s producing artistic director. From musical theater tunes to contemporary Broadway hits, the concert will be a celebration of love.
Greenville Theatre, 444 College St., Greenville. Feb. 14, 7:30pm. $45. greenvilletheatre.org
Feb 21, 2026
Deep Winter Blues Festival
Chase away your winter blues with Hagood Mill’s toe-tapping musical version. Held in the site’s new enclosed Heritage Pavilion, the concert will feature a bevy of blues’ artists from around the region. As part of the Hagood’s Third Saturday Events, the festival will be accompanied by live demonstrations of Appalachian crafts and traditional folk arts from weaving to blacksmithing. Check online for the musical lineup.
Hagood Mill, 138 Hagood Mill Rd., Pickens. Feb. 21, Sat., 10am–4pm. $8 in advance; $10 at the gate. visithagoodmill.com/third-saturday-events
Feb 21, 2026
Sweetheart Charity Ball
Dress to impress for an elegant evening of dining, dancing, and raising money to help your homebound neighbors in need. Meals on Wheels Greenville sponsors the 31st annual Sweetheart Ball, which will feature a cocktail hour followed by a three-course dinner, and an opportunity to bid on items in the silent auction. After dinner, take to the dance floor, where a live band will provide the music.
Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr., Greenville. Feb. 21, Sat., 6–11:30pm. Individual tickets, $175. mealsonwheelsgreenville.org
Feb 23-Mar 1, 2026
Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival
If you’re looking for a reason to head to the coast, this weeklong celebration of all things seafood is a good one. The spirit of the South comes alive on Hilton Head Island through its culinary culture. Each day is filled with different events, from chef demos and evening bonfires to wine dinners and family fishing experiences. There’s even a two-hour excursion that includes instruction on shrimping, oystering, and crabbing.
Various locations on Hilton Head Island. Feb. 23–Mar. 1, daily, times and prices vary for individual events. hiltonheadseafoodfestival.com
Feb 27-Mar 1, 2026
Southern Home and Garden Show
Spring is just around the corner, and there’s no time like the present to get going on all those home and garden projects you’ve been planning. At this popular annual show at the Greenville Convention Center, you can find experts to help you realize those renovation, landscaping and interior design projects. Check out the chef demos on the Southern Kitchen Stage, browse the Artisan Market, and visit the Designer Showcase for decorating inspiration.
Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr., Greenville. Feb. 27–Mar. 1, Fri.–Sat., 10am–7pm; Sun., noon–5pm. Admission, $8; parking, $10. southernhomeandgardenshow.com
