Spartanburg Events Calendar
Find Spartanburg events and things to do, including concerts, art walks, sporting events and nightlife entertainment. Be sure to also check out our outdoors guide for the Upstate and a listing of museums and galleries.
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Friday, February
21, 2025
Push and Pull: New Work
Spartanburg artist Robert Urban’s latest mixed media works use trees “as a metaphor for family and the relationships we all hold dear within the family circle and beyond.” The contemporary landscapes will be shown in the “Push & Pull: New Work” exhibit Jan. 7 through Feb. 22, 2025, in the Solomon Gallery of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg.
An artist’s reception will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, as part of Spartanburg ArtWalk. The reception and exhibition viewing are free and open to the public. The 30-plus pieces in the show will be offered for purchase with prices ranging from $150 to $5,000.
“Nature, and specifically trees, are used as metaphors to represent the passage of time, within nature itself, of course, but also within our human relationships – our family, friends and communities,” says Urban, originally from Wisconsin. “The exhibition title refers to the many different forces and ways that we experience either a ‘push’ or a ‘pull’ – our interactions within nature, relationships and our communities.”
Saturday, February
22, 2025
Say It Loud
8th Annual Six Hours on the Ridge
Push and Pull: New Work
Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
Ranging from a rare 1840 poem jar by enslaved potter David Drake (c. 1800 – c. 1870) to an evocative
2020 abstract painting by Frank Wimberley (born 1926), the GCMA African-American Collection spans
180 years of American history, highlighting such artists as Romare Bearden, Beauford Delaney, William H. Johnson, Jacob Lawrence, Alison Saar, Merton Simpson, Henry Ossawa Tanner, Kara Walker, Hale Woodruff, and many more. A selection of these important works can be found in the museum’s current exhibition Say It Loud.
Six Hours on the Ridge is back for its 8th year! Are you up for the challenge? This annual race features the 6 mile JFA trail with just over 800 feet of elevation gain and fast rolling single track making it the perfect setting for this endurance event. Riders will ride as many laps as they are able within the 6 hour time window.
This race has sold out the past two years so don’t delay sign up today!
THERE WILL BE NO DAY OF REGISTRATION.
Spartanburg artist Robert Urban’s latest mixed media works use trees “as a metaphor for family and the relationships we all hold dear within the family circle and beyond.” The contemporary landscapes will be shown in the “Push & Pull: New Work” exhibit Jan. 7 through Feb. 22, 2025, in the Solomon Gallery of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg.
An artist’s reception will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, as part of Spartanburg ArtWalk. The reception and exhibition viewing are free and open to the public. The 30-plus pieces in the show will be offered for purchase with prices ranging from $150 to $5,000.
“Nature, and specifically trees, are used as metaphors to represent the passage of time, within nature itself, of course, but also within our human relationships – our family, friends and communities,” says Urban, originally from Wisconsin. “The exhibition title refers to the many different forces and ways that we experience either a ‘push’ or a ‘pull’ – our interactions within nature, relationships and our communities.”
On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.
Sunday, February
23, 2025
Say It Loud
Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
Family Art Adventure
Say What?! Poetry Slam and Open Mic
Ranging from a rare 1840 poem jar by enslaved potter David Drake (c. 1800 – c. 1870) to an evocative
2020 abstract painting by Frank Wimberley (born 1926), the GCMA African-American Collection spans
180 years of American history, highlighting such artists as Romare Bearden, Beauford Delaney, William H. Johnson, Jacob Lawrence, Alison Saar, Merton Simpson, Henry Ossawa Tanner, Kara Walker, Hale Woodruff, and many more. A selection of these important works can be found in the museum’s current exhibition Say It Loud.
On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.
If the weather outside is frightful, brighten up your weekend with a winter landscape painting activity designed to inspire creative thinking. Recommended for ages 5 and older.
Read or perform your own original poems, plus hear great local and touring poets. Sundays 7:30pm-9:45pm. Open Mic–$5. Feature & Slams –$10.
Wednesday, February
26, 2025
Say It Loud
Ranging from a rare 1840 poem jar by enslaved potter David Drake (c. 1800 – c. 1870) to an evocative
2020 abstract painting by Frank Wimberley (born 1926), the GCMA African-American Collection spans
180 years of American history, highlighting such artists as Romare Bearden, Beauford Delaney, William H. Johnson, Jacob Lawrence, Alison Saar, Merton Simpson, Henry Ossawa Tanner, Kara Walker, Hale Woodruff, and many more. A selection of these important works can be found in the museum’s current exhibition Say It Loud.
Thursday, February
27, 2025
Say It Loud
True Home Open Mic at Flood Gallery
Ranging from a rare 1840 poem jar by enslaved potter David Drake (c. 1800 – c. 1870) to an evocative
2020 abstract painting by Frank Wimberley (born 1926), the GCMA African-American Collection spans
180 years of American history, highlighting such artists as Romare Bearden, Beauford Delaney, William H. Johnson, Jacob Lawrence, Alison Saar, Merton Simpson, Henry Ossawa Tanner, Kara Walker, Hale Woodruff, and many more. A selection of these important works can be found in the museum’s current exhibition Say It Loud.
Uncensored expression: anyone is invited to step up to share song, music, poetry, comedy, rants & raves!
The most eclectic open mic around, in a welcoming gallery setting! 6 pm signup, perform 6:30-8:30 pm.
Friday, February
28, 2025
NOE Fishing Expo
Say It Loud
Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet
The NOEoutdoors Fishing Expo is a place for all those who fish or enjoy the outdoors. It is a 3-day event that showcases tons of vendors that range from tackle, gear, and boats! The show is located in Greenville, SC at the Greenville Convention Center. There are many different reasons to come to the NOEoutdoors Fishing Show: From the live weigh, in from the 2-day bass tournament during the expo to the many different great deals from vendors and our awesome giveaways. The first 200 people in the door both Saturday and Sunday get free fishing gear as well as a Rod give away every hour on the hour! This is a great show for the whole family, and we look forward to having you there!
Ranging from a rare 1840 poem jar by enslaved potter David Drake (c. 1800 – c. 1870) to an evocative
2020 abstract painting by Frank Wimberley (born 1926), the GCMA African-American Collection spans
180 years of American history, highlighting such artists as Romare Bearden, Beauford Delaney, William H. Johnson, Jacob Lawrence, Alison Saar, Merton Simpson, Henry Ossawa Tanner, Kara Walker, Hale Woodruff, and many more. A selection of these important works can be found in the museum’s current exhibition Say It Loud.
Come on out to the Greenville Convention Center to experience art like never before. Step into the captivating world of Van Gogh and Monet as their masterpieces come to life. Join us for Beyond Van Gogh & Beyond Monet on February 28th-March 30th. These stunningly beautiful exhibitions blend Van Gogh’s and Monet’s most celebrated works with cutting-edge projection technology and specially curated musical soundtracks to tell the stories of two of history’s most enduring and influential artists in a completely unforgettable cinematic multimedia experience. Wander through iconic works as they come alive around you, including beloved classics such as Van Gogh‘s “The Starry Night,” “Sunflowers,” and “Café Terrace at Night” and Monet’s “Water Lilies Series, “Impression: Sunrise,” and “Poppies.”
Show Schedule:
Mondays-Thursdays: 10a-8p
Fridays & Saturdays: 10a 9p
Sundays: 10a-7p
Parking will be $10 CASHLESS. We also accept Apple/ Google Pay. Parking will be made available off Exposition Drive.
Saturday, March
1, 2025
NOE Fishing Expo
Say It Loud
Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet
Rocky Cove Railroad Exhibit
The NOEoutdoors Fishing Expo is a place for all those who fish or enjoy the outdoors. It is a 3-day event that showcases tons of vendors that range from tackle, gear, and boats! The show is located in Greenville, SC at the Greenville Convention Center. There are many different reasons to come to the NOEoutdoors Fishing Show: From the live weigh, in from the 2-day bass tournament during the expo to the many different great deals from vendors and our awesome giveaways. The first 200 people in the door both Saturday and Sunday get free fishing gear as well as a Rod give away every hour on the hour! This is a great show for the whole family, and we look forward to having you there!
Ranging from a rare 1840 poem jar by enslaved potter David Drake (c. 1800 – c. 1870) to an evocative
2020 abstract painting by Frank Wimberley (born 1926), the GCMA African-American Collection spans
180 years of American history, highlighting such artists as Romare Bearden, Beauford Delaney, William H. Johnson, Jacob Lawrence, Alison Saar, Merton Simpson, Henry Ossawa Tanner, Kara Walker, Hale Woodruff, and many more. A selection of these important works can be found in the museum’s current exhibition Say It Loud.
Come on out to the Greenville Convention Center to experience art like never before. Step into the captivating world of Van Gogh and Monet as their masterpieces come to life. Join us for Beyond Van Gogh & Beyond Monet on February 28th-March 30th. These stunningly beautiful exhibitions blend Van Gogh’s and Monet’s most celebrated works with cutting-edge projection technology and specially curated musical soundtracks to tell the stories of two of history’s most enduring and influential artists in a completely unforgettable cinematic multimedia experience. Wander through iconic works as they come alive around you, including beloved classics such as Van Gogh‘s “The Starry Night,” “Sunflowers,” and “Café Terrace at Night” and Monet’s “Water Lilies Series, “Impression: Sunrise,” and “Poppies.”
Show Schedule:
Mondays-Thursdays: 10a-8p
Fridays & Saturdays: 10a 9p
Sundays: 10a-7p
Parking will be $10 CASHLESS. We also accept Apple/ Google Pay. Parking will be made available off Exposition Drive.
On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.
Sunday, March
2, 2025
NOE Fishing Expo
The NOEoutdoors Fishing Expo is a place for all those who fish or enjoy the outdoors. It is a 3-day event that showcases tons of vendors that range from tackle, gear, and boats! The show is located in Greenville, SC at the Greenville Convention Center. There are many different reasons to come to the NOEoutdoors Fishing Show: From the live weigh, in from the 2-day bass tournament during the expo to the many different great deals from vendors and our awesome giveaways. The first 200 people in the door both Saturday and Sunday get free fishing gear as well as a Rod give away every hour on the hour! This is a great show for the whole family, and we look forward to having you there!