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Whether you’re visiting for the first time or have spent years in the Greenville area, The Local 5 Newsletter is your one stop destination to find out what you don’t want to miss this weekend in the Upstate.
Every Thursday, we will highlight our ‘top 5 musts’ that will include everything from restaurants, activities, parks, concerts and festivals that are all right here in beautiful Greenville, SC.
Humans are wired to create beautiful things and appreciate beautiful things. If you want to be inspired, check out this year’s annual Artisphere 2026. This 3 day festival celebrates art, whether it be a visual, a performance, or a culinary dish. Entertainment includes poetry readings, dances, vocalists, instrumentalists, and even a circus. And the best part… entry is completely free! Come see why this huge festival ranked #4 Best Art Festival by USA Today Readers Choice.
Thursday is that sweet spot of the week where you can almost taste the weekend. Make the most of it during Simpsonville’s Summer Music Series and Food Truck Rodeo. During the month of May, come out to support a different band each Thursday; next week will host Firewater. After 6pm, enjoy a picnic thanks to local food trucks. (Please note that outside food and drinks are prohibited). If you can, you should stop by the Ice Cream Station afterwards for a sweet ice cream treat that hits the spot.
Sing your heart out during Friday night Karaoke at Saluda Lake Landing. Located just 15 minutes from downtown Greenville, Saluda Lake Landing is a picturesque lake spot that includes a fishing dock, boat ramp, and cafe. Now, individuals will have a chance to hop up on stage for karaoke every Friday from 6pm-9pm, beside a beautiful lake. No need for perfect vocals; kick back and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with no judgement.
Looking for something fun to do this Mother’s Day? Check out MayFest at The Mill 2026 for free music, raffles, and family fun. Proceeds from food and drink sales will benefit Pynkalicious, a breast cancer awareness group. The bands playing on Sunday will be Highway 25 and The Vinyl Junkies, whose names sound pretty cool. Kick back and relax during this free family outing!
Buy your mamma something nice this Sunday at the Kava Konnection’s Mother’s Day Vendor Market. Kava, which is located on Wade Hampton Blvd., was created to be a non-alcoholic community space. They have South Pacific kava, mocktails, specialty coffee, and teas, in addition to a hopping social calendar. So, if you have any special moms in your life right now, you can swing by their market from 4pm-10pm on Sunday. You never know what you’ll find.
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