ANNUAL EVENTS
The Greenville News Run Downtown
The Greenville News run downtown is a 5k run/walk which takes place annually on the last Saturday in January. The race, known for its fast course, is a Palmetto Grand Prix Event as well as a 5k State Championship Event. for more information, call the City of Greenville Special Events at (864) 467-4485 or visit www.greenvilletrackclub.com
Carolina First Reedy River Run
The Carolina First Reedy River Run attracts over 1,000 competitors. This event features a 5k run/walk, children's fun run, and a RRCA Championship 10k race. New this year is a youth mile run for runners age 7 to 14. Call Greenville Events at (864) 467-5780 for more information or visit www.greenvilletrackclub.com
ARTISPHERE (presented by Carolina First)
Artisphere, the International Arts Festival of Greenville, presents a diverse menu of experiences that center around the arts, both visual and performing, at both indoor and outdoor venues. The public can purchase the art work of high-quality artists from around the country. Artisphere includes children's educational activities and an International Kitchen with cuisine served by local restaurant vendors. For more information call (864) 271-9398 or visit www.artisphere.us
BELLSOUTH RED WHITE & BLUE
Bellsouth Red, White & Blue is a true 4th of July celebration of our nation's birthday. The festival includes children's activities, games, rides, two stages featuring regional and national musicians, a variety of American cuisine and, of course, a spectacular fireworks display..
ART in the PARK
The centerpiece of this visual arts event is a gallery-styled exhibition of original works by local and regional artists. Art enthusiasts can also browse through the rows of artists' booths offering a variety of work for sale. Seminars of interest to artist and art lovers are scheduled throughout the two-day festival. Call Upstate Visual Arts at (864)232-4433
FALL for GREENVILLE
As one of the region's largest and most successful events, this award winning festival attracts guests from the Upstate of South Carolina and far beyond. The event features 42 of Greenville's finest restaurants offering a wide variety of cuisine. Highlights include a chili cook-off, ice carving competition, waiters' race, cooking demonstrations, live music and much more. Call Greenville Events for more details at (864) 467-5780 or visit online at: www.greenvilleevents.com
GREENVILLE POINSETTIA CHRISTMAS PARADE
The season of Christmas shines bright on downtown Greenville when adults and children line the strrets to watch the Greenville Poinsettia Christmas Parade, an annual holiday event. This spectacular event presents more than 80 entries featuring floats, marching bands, dancers and, of course, Santa Clause himself. The entire event is festively illuminated by holiday lights. Call the City of Greenville Special Events at: (864) 467-4484.
