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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.

Get a taste of a New Orleans Mardi Gras at Fireforge’s Crafted Beer this Saturday from 1-8pm. It has it all: beer, cuisine, and live entertainment. Tuba Gin, a 6-piece jazz band, will be performing a mix of Nola blues and jazz from 2-5pm. Want to know what your future holds? Stop by Ryn Bodine’s Tarot Reading table from 1-3 for spooky insights. Additionally, the kitchen will be serving up authentic delicacies like “Muffaletta Sammies, Debris Po' Boys, Crawfish Gumbo, Red Beans & Rice, King Cake and more!” Start the new month off right with a rockin 'Mardi Gras party in your own backyard.
Beads, jazz, and bright colors set the scene for Mardi Gras, even in Greenville, SC. A family friendly Mardi Gras party is just around the corner at New Realm Brewing this Saturday at 12pm. Enjoy a lively market, live music, a scrumptious selection of food and beverages. After a drink, feel free to wander the city; NRB is located conveniently on Main Street, close to many other local shops and businesses. Laissez les bons temps rouler, or “Let the good times roll!”


“They had a look, an attitude, and a sound like no other. Sure, they were born in Jersey – but they were made in America.” Witness the formation of the rock group, the Four Seasons, in this Tony-Award winning musical at the Greenville Theatre. There’s more to Frankie Valli’s story than first meets the eye; discover how hits like “Sherry” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You” came to be. Tickets start at $45 dollars, and shows are recurring weekly from Thursday-Sunday.
Zip through the streets of Greenville during a free community bike ride! Starting this week, all are invited to join on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-12pm. Participants will meet at Legacy Park and explore local Greenville neighborhoods. It is highly recommended to bring snacks, water, and a helmet. There’s no better way to simultaneously exercise and meet people than at a community bike ride, where individuals have a shared goal of enjoying the outdoors and one another's company.


Winter Farmers Markets are the best… but they’re even better when they’re toasty, warm and cozy indoors. At Fireforge’s Crafted Brewery and Taproom, the Toasty Farmer has 30+ sellers, who offer fresh produce, seafood, tea, and more. Celebrate local food, art, and crafts with like minded souls. Enjoy it every Saturday from November-April from 11-2pm.