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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.
Coachella is old news; Forgefest is the place to be when it comes to music festivals. Check out their 7th annual music festival this June 20th-22nd. They’ve got a stellar musical lineup, with guests such as “Darby Wilcox,” “YahtRando” and “Wilder Things Than Us,” and more. Savor “Sassy Sides” and/or “Sammies” at Fireforge’s Kitchen, and enjoy their signature beers on tap throughout the weekend. Looking for even more music artists? Check out their VIP tickets for access to After Fireforge shows. Tickets are on sale now and more details can be found at the link below. Children under 12 may enter for free. Put your feet up, take in the tunes, and revel in the simple things this summer.
Celebrate freedom and history this Juneteenth weekend at the Mauldin Cultural Center from 5-9pm. Join the community as they share uplifting stories through live music, dance, spoken word and local history. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the performances. Smaller guests will love the face painting, activities, and playground. Let freedom ring!
July fireworks are right around the corner, but you don’t need to wait until then to see the night sky light up in a spectacular extravaganza. Check out the Balloon Glow & Laser Show at Hopkins Farm this Friday and Saturday. Join from 5-11pm for an entertaining Kids Zone, filled with games and rides, and rockin 'live music. But that’s not all! Individuals can purchase tickets to ride on a hot air balloon for an airborne adventure. Handcrafted market items and tasty goodies will also be available for purchase. Then, snuggle in for a 9 o'clock light show that is sure to dazzle. Tickets are on sale now!
Stretch out your stress during a free yoga and/or Pilates class, hosted at Unity Park. Instructors Carrie and Erin will guide the class through a 45 minute yoga session at 8:30am and a 45 minute pilates class at 9:15am. Don’t forget to bring a mat, water, and zen attitude. Meet at the Prisma Green to meet like-minded individuals under a vast blue sky.
Get out of your comfort zone and onto the dance floor during Sunday Funday: A Latin Dance Party! Swing by Camperdown Plaza from 3-7pm on Sunday for an afternoon of energetic music and friendly people. Take your friends or come alone; dances are a great place to meet new friends! Sarah G Barton Dance and #GVLgozadera invites you to an afternoon of shimmying, no experience required.
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