STEM Story Time
2023-12-20 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Spartanburg Science Center, 200 E. Saint John St., Spartanburg, SC, 29306, United States
Come listen to a STEM story read by Education Director, Miss Mae, every other week! They will read a book and have open play time for FREE! Every participant will recieve a STEM bookmark punchcard. After every four STEM storytime visits, you and your child will recieve a FREE book during your fifth visit!

Trail Clean up with SPACE
2024-01-04 08:00 - 17:00 | SC
Join SPACE at the Upper Chinquapin Greenway on January 15 to pick up litter along the Graham Rd. or join the group to walk along the trails and remove invasive species. If you are interested in the invasive species removal, please bring your own heavy duty work gloves.

2024-01-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Spartanburg Science Center, 200 E. Saint John St., Spartanburg, SC, 29306, United States
Join the Spartanburg Science Center as Dr.King will join them from Smith Animal Hospital to talk about Veterinary Medicine and her work as a Vet. Dr. King cares for many different types of animals from dogs to chickens to bearded dragons! Dr.King is also the Vet for the Spartanburg Science Center. The SSC are so excited for her to talk to everyone about what she does daily and what it takes to be a Vet! If you want to be a Veterinarian one day or just love animals, this session is for you! Entry fee is $10.

MLK Walk As One
2024-01-13 | 151 Ribault St, 151 Ribault St, Spartanburg
The 2024 Walk As One Event will begin and end at the YMCA located at 151 Ribault Street. The annual Walk As One event is a time to gather and walk with someone you may not know as we explore Our City. The event as part of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Celebration Week in Spartanburg.

Shuck Cancer Oyster Roast @FR8Yard
2024-01-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Fr8yard, 125 E Main St, Spartanburg, 29306, United States
FR8Yard is teaming up with The Back 9 to raise funds for The Cancer Association of Spartanburg & Cherokee Counties. On Saturday, January 13th, come enjoy an awesome oyster roast at the Upstate’s premiere outdoor venue.

United Way of the Piedmont’s MLK Day of Service
2024-01-15 | SC
Volunteer with a nonprofit during the MLK National Day of Service on Monday, January 15! Nonprofits can register a Day of Service by January 5 and volunteers and sign up to participate on the United Way’s website to help Emerge Family Therapy paint a mural or Habitat for Humanity organize their store!

Volunteer with PAL in Duncan Park!
2024-01-15 09:00 - 13:00 | SC
Join PAL: Play. Advocate. Live Well and the Trees Coalition to improve one of Spartanburg’s beautiful green spaces, Duncan Park. PAL advocates for active living, promotes healthy eating, and fosters health equity. The Trees Coalition inspires Upstate communities to care for our native trees and eradicate invasive species.

Celebrating Families Interactive Workshop with Triple P
2024-01-26 16:30 - 18:00 | 501 Howard Street, Suite A Spartanburg, SC 29303, 501 Howard Street, Suite A, Spartanburg, SC, 29303
Celebrating Families is back and better! BirthMatters has partnered with Triple P for an Interactive Workshop about positive parenting skills. Come start the New Year by learning new techniques to help improve your parenting skills. There will be games, food, and prizes on January 26th from 4:30 PM – 6:00.
When you RSVP and attend our Celebrating Families on the 26th. You will receive a special door prize!
Get Tickets Here

18th Annual Laugh for a Child
2024-02-02 | SC
Healthy Smiles of Spartanburg’s 18th Annual Laugh for a Child featuring local dentists and businesses competing for the Golden Crown Award. This year’s theme is Grin Ole Opry. Voting on contestant’s posters begin in November and last until February 2, 2024. Contestants will reveal their videos for final voting the night of the event at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium’s “The Hall.” Keep on pickin’ and a grinnin’ with Southern Station Band.

18th Annual Laugh for a Child
2024-02-02 18:30 - 22:00 | Spartanburg Auditorium – “The Hall”, 385 N. Church Street, South Carolina
Healthy Smiles of Spartanburg’s 18th Annual Laugh for a Child featuring local dentists and businesses competing for the Golden Crown Award. This year theme, Grin Ole Opry. Voting on contestant’s posters begin in November – February 2, 2024. Contestants will reveal their videos for final voting the night of the event, February 2, 2024 at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium’s “The Hall” beginning at 6:30 PM. Keep on pickin and a grinnin with Southern Station Band. Email willism@sccsc.edu or catesk@sccsc.edu for sponsorship or ticket opportunities.

Walker Wakefield, Oyster Roast at RJ Rockers
2024-02-04 12:00 - 17:00 | RJ Rockers, 226-A W Main Street, Spartanburg, SC
12- 5pm

Jeff Goshorn, Phish Fry at Fr8yard 12-5pm
2024-02-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Fr8yard, 125 E Main St, Spartanburg, 29306, United States
February 10th: Phish Fry at Fr8yard 12-5pm

Kids night out at SDS
2024-02-10 17:00 - 21:00 | SDS
Feb 10th: Bob Allsbrook, Kids night out at SDS 5-9pm

Mardi Gras Party at Chapman Cultural Center
2024-02-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Chapman Cultural Center, 200 East Saint John street, Spartanburg, SC, 29306, United States
February 16th: Stacy McBride, Mardi Gras Party at Chapman Cultural Center 7pm

BRUH Mentor's Sneakerball Gala
2024-02-24 | Chapman Cultural Center, 200 East Saint John street, Spartanburg, SC, 29306, United States
The purpose of the Sneaker Ball Gala is to highlight the great achievements within BRUH Mentor and celebrate the many mentors that are a part of their mission. The success of the BRUH Mentor Sneaker Ball Gala will be credited largely to the volunteers and supporters who give their time, money, and resources to support their mentoring programs.

Hope Center for Children: Winter Gala
2024-02-24 | SC
SAVE THE DATE for An Evening in the Enchanted Forest! On Saturday, February 24, 2024, Hope Center for Children will host its first Winter Gala at the Magnolia Grand from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event will feature a chef-prepared dinner, dancing, interactive cocktail-making, dazzling raffle items, and a silent auction.
The Winter Gala sets to raise $250,000 to support the programs and services provided by Hope Center for Children. Tickets are $125 per person and will be on sale soon. Guests must be 21 or older.
Stay tuned for more information and a special link to secure your tickets.

BRUH Mentor: Sneakerball Gala
2024-02-24 | SC

Bond Street Wine Fundraiser (details to come)
2024-02-24 | SC

Hope Center for Children's Winter Gala
2024-02-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Magnolia Grand, 106 West Broad Street, Spartanburg, South Carolina

St. Patty's Day Party at The Grill (details to come)
2024-03-09 | SC
St. Patty’s Day Party at The Grill (details to come)

2nd Annual Run for Kids’ Sake 5K & 1 Miler
2024-03-09 09:30 - 11:00 | Lake Conestee Nature Park, 840 Mauldin Rd, Greenville, SC, 29607, United States
Our first fundraising event of the year will be the 2nd Annual Run For Kids’ Sake on Saturday, March 9th, beginning at 9 AM. Through sponsorships, donations, and event registrations, funds will be raised for mentoring relationships for underserved children right here in our community.
The 5K run will take participants through a scenic route within Lake Conestee Nature Park, in Greenville, SC. The route may include well-maintained trails, boardwalks, and possibly some challenging yet rewarding terrains. The 1-mile fun run takes a more leisurely path within the park, ensuring a family-friendly atmosphere. This shorter route allows children, beginners, and those looking for a more relaxed experience to join in the festivities.
Get Tickets Here

Science of Wine - Presented by Spartanburg Science Center
2024-03-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Spartanburg Science Center, 200 E. Saint John St., Spartanburg, SC, 29306, United States
Join the Spartanburg Science Center on Thursday, March 21 for everyone’s favorite event – The Science of Wine! Travel around the museum to different tasting stations throughout the evening, and explore the Center. Tickets are $45 and include tastings and a grazing board.
This event is presented by Bond Street Wines. The Science Center will be open from 5-8pm at 200 East St. John Street during the event on 3/21.

Ridge Gallery Art Walk
2024-03-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Ridge Gallery, 146-C E. Main St, Spartanburg, SC, United States
Join us in celebrating Nancy Corbin’s dynamic new work in her show. Her show, Altogether, uses abstracted figures, color and texture in multiple layers, creating a conjuring of the artist’s thoughts and dreams informed by historical ties and current events.
Connect with other local artists, share ideas and enjoy the refreshments!

Best of Broadway
2024-03-23 19:00 | Twichell Auditorium
We’re getting pumped for ‘Best of Broadway’ with Spartanburg Little Theatre & The Spartanburg Philharmonic this Saturday! Get ready for a concert experience like no other live from Twichell Auditorium at 7pm.
Scintillating strings and soaring vocals – the bright lights of Broadway come to the Hub City. Featuring our friends at the Spartanburg Little Theatre, enjoy a one-night-only performance of memorable, well-loved Broadway tunes together with the live music of your Spartanburg Philharmonic. Another magical arts partnership to brighten your spring and add a celebratory new note to our 95th Season.
They’re nearly SOLD OUT so don’t wait to get your tickets!

Reading for Transformation, presented by Speaking Down Barriers
2024-03-25 19:00 | Hub City Bookshop, 186 W Main Street, Spartanburg, SC, 29306, United States
Speaking Down Barriers’ “book club” where they discuss selected reading material.
The Reading for Transformation discussion for March will be next Monday, March 25th in person and online via Zoom at 12 noon at Hub City Bookshop & Press in Spartanburg (186 W Main St.) and again at 7p online only.
The book for the month is The Night is Long but the Light Comes in the Morning: Meditations for Racial Healing by Catherine Meeks.

The Magic of Math with Dr. Spivey
2024-03-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Chapman Cultural Center, 200 East Saint John street, Spartanburg, SC, 29306, United States
It’s Spartanburg Science Center’s last STEM Spotlight Saturday until next fall! April’s event is called the Magic of Math with Dr.Spivey from Wofford College. We will learn all about the amazing things you can do with math (pssst! It includes bubbles and fun games).

Registration is only $10!

Rally YP - Young Leaders & Young Professionals
2024-03-28 17:30 - 20:30 | Denny’s Tower (top floor/atrium), 203 E Main St, Spartanburg, SC, 29319, United States
Join us for an exciting in-person event, Rally YP, on Thursday, March 28 starting at the Denny’s Corporate Headquarters – 17th floor. Get ready to network with fellow young professionals, and learn how you can plug in to the YP community in Spartanburg!
Through a reinvigorated partnership, United Way Young Leaders, Urban League of the Upstate Young Professionals, and Spartanburg Young Professionals are joining forces to support a comprehensive community of young professional involvement in Spartanburg centered around advocacy, networking, mentoring, leadership, development, and engagement. It all starts at Rally YP!
At the event, leaders from each organization will take the stage to give insight on upcoming initiatives and events through which you can get involved. Plus, the event will serve as the launch for a Spartanburg wide YP survey meant to collect your feedback for how you want to be a part of this growing community.

Healing Us: A racial affinity space
2024-04-05 18:00 - 20:30 | SC
Healing Us is a racial affinity space hosted by Speaking Down Barriers for Black folx to come together and center their healing absent of the white gaze. Speaking down barriers holds this space with the hopes that this will allow individuals to freely and bravely express themselves.

Speaking Down Barriers' Community Dinner
2024-04-06 18:00 - 19:30 | UU of Spartanburg, 210 Henry Place, Spartanburg, SC, 29306, United States
Speaking Down Barriers wanted to create and provide a space for people of all walks of life in our community to gather and collectively speak on things happening around us. Whether it be locally or across the globe, there are many conflicts happening that find their ways into our discussions with family and friends. Some of the discussions are very challenging to have due to personal feelings, impact or lack of information. It is our hope that those who attend can be brave and grieve the way they see fit while also being brave enough to be vulnerable and have these discussions amongst fellow members of our community.

Spartanburg Science Center's Eclipse Watch Party
2024-04-08 13:30 - 16:30 | Spartanburg Science Center, 200 E. Saint John St., Spartanburg, SC, 29306, United States
Go to the Spartanburg Science Center to watch the solar eclipse! Snacks, drinks, and Eclipse glasses will be provided. This is a free event, but please register and make sure to bring a picnic blanket, lawn chair, or anything else you need to enjoy a day outside.

Space is limited, so please register to ensure your spot.
You might also consider purchasing a dinner after the Eclipse watch party, which can be reserved through one of the 3 options on the Spartanburg Science Center events page.
