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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.
Greenville’s biggest Oktoberfest celebration is happening this weekend at NOMA square. Join for brat eating and beer holding contests, live music, and an authentic German atmosphere. Entry is free; food and beverages will be available for purchase on site. Dance along to live music from “Wilder Things Than Us,” “Will Matic Music,” "The Night Owls,” and “The Holzhackern Tyrolean Band.” See times at the link attached for more information on band times. Don’t forget your lederhosen!
Mauldin’s favorite town center, Bridgeway Station, is hosting its second annual Oktoberfest this weekend. Enjoy beer, eats, and live music at City Market! Bands include the David Locke Band, TC Costello on Accordion, and The Wobblers. Spectate or join games like tug-o-war or a stein holding contest. Additionally, children will love the bounce houses and obstacle courses. Let off steam with good old family fun this weekend.
Celebrate Greer’s local businesses at the Greer Arts and Eats Festival this Saturday from 10am-8pm. This family friendly event will include over 80 local vendors, food trucks, live music, a beer garden, and free kids’ crafts. Bring a blanket or picnic chair to enjoy a free show, featuring artists like Jay Hershey, Hadley Smith, Pat Cooper, and Dirty Grass Soul. Show some love to this vibrant, historic downtown! What’s not to love?
You’re invited to Simpsonville’s National Night Out this Tuesday from 6-8pm. There will be free food and beverages, bounce houses, face painting, and even a car show. First responder vehicles will be joining the car show, too. Kids will love the activities provided by the Greenville Zoo, The Children's Museum, and Herbert's Petting Zoo. It’s not too late to join the car show either! There will be prizes in various categories. Come on out for a cheap and fun way to spice up a weeknight!
It’s Halloween Trivia Night this Wednesday at Social Latititude’s Playground & Pub! Test your knowledge on all things spooky: Stranger Things, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Wednesday, Hocus Pocus, and more. Costumes are encouraged for this free, family friendly trivia night. Social Latitude offers fun things to do year round, like participating in sports simulations and ax throwing. It’s a trendy hangout spot on Woodruff Road that doesn’t require one to fight the traffic of downtown Greenville.
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