Want to welcome the New Year in an unforgettable way? Consider taking in the first sunrise of 2022 atop Grandfather Mountain in North Carolina! This annual event allows you to rare opportunity to not only visit and hike within the Grandfather Mountain park outside normal hours, but also gives you the breathtaking view of a… Read more »
Ice Skating in Upstate SC
It is that time of year – ice skating in the Upstate has returned! We’ve got all the top skating rinks, so lace us your blades and let’s go! Greenville Look no further for a picturesque outdoor skating experience than “Ice on Main.” Tucked in front of Courtyard Marriott, on Village Green in Downtown Greenville,… Read more »
Ancestry of the Gingerbread Man
“Run Run as fast as you can. You can’t catch me. I’m the Gingerbread Man!” Did you know Gingerbread is an ancient desert? In fact, the first known recipe for gingerbread was dated back to 2400 B.C! The cookies became popular in the 14th century Europe and it is here that the hard cookies started… Read more »
Downtown Greenville Holiday Events
Ready for holiday fun? Downtown Greenville comes ALIVE during the holiday season! So let’s plan our your holiday schedule! The biggest event of the area has to be The Poinsettia Christmas Parade. It’s the grand kick-off for all things Christmas! For over 75 years, this parade has been wonderful spotlight for local talent. There will… Read more »
Happy Thanksgiving!
Hope you have a blessed Thanksgiving Holiday!
Winter Lights at North Carolina Arboretum
Starting in November 17th and lasting until New Year’s Day will be the return of the popular Winter Lights event in Asheville, North Carolina! Held at the North Carolina Arboretum from 6-9 PM daily, this holiday event is an open-air format which allows you to immerse yourself in the wonder and magic of Christmas in… Read more »
Jaw Dropping Picnic Spots
Looking to get out of the house? How about a picnic? Pack your favorite sandwich and hop in the car! There are far too many scenic places to come near mentioning all options for your day out and about, but we have a few favorites to note in our amazing Upstate backyard. Caesars Head… Read more »
Tamassee DAR School’s BBQ Cookoff
Looking for a way to get a great meal plus the added bonus of knowing you are helping a great cause? Then put the Tamassee DAR School’s BBQ Cookoff for November 6th on your calendar! There will be several BBQ contestants hoping to win the bragging rights of first place for 2021. Lunch plates will… Read more »
Upcountry History Museum Exhibit: War Dogs
The Upcountry History Museum located in Greenville, South Carolina not only has excellent permanent exhibits but also welcomes a variety of interesting changing exhibits. Once of which centers around man’s best friend. Beginning October 30th, this local museum will be host to the exhibit “War Dogs: Never Above You, Never Below You, Always Beside You”. … Read more »
2021 Autumn Color
Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina are blessed with many weeks of eye-catching Autumn color, drawing millions of sightseers down the Blue Ridge Parkway to marvel at the diverse hues. Whether you are trekking along a mountain trail or driving down Scenic Highway 11, during the autumn months every mountain and foothill is… Read more »
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