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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.
"Animation is often misunderstood as childish entertainment, but in reality, it has the power to touch hearts, provoke thoughts, and inspire imagination." - Walt Disney. Come ready to be inspired this weekend at Anime Town 2025, Greenville’s largest anime convention. This event features voice actors from Dragon Ball Z, My Hero Academia, Genshin Impact, Chainsawman, Death Note, and more. Exhibits include panel discussions, costume demonstrations, souvenir tents, and voice actor Q & As. Come dressed as your favorite anime character, and enter the cosplay contest. This convention runs from Friday to Sunday. Purchase your tickets today using the link below!
If you enjoy improv comedy, you need to check out Alchemy Comedy Theater in downtown Greenville. Every Thursday-Saturday, they host live improv shows like “Local Legends,” “The Great Big Game Show,” “Improv All-Stars,” “Stand-Up Meets Improv,” and more. Sit back and enjoy unforgettable nights of clever quips and eccentric personalities. Additionally, the theater allows individuals to bring in food and beverages from Coffee Underground, a connected coffee shop and restaurant, making for a truly comfortable viewing experience. Tickets are only $10, an unbeatable price for never-before-seen entertainment in the heart of downtown Greenville.
Legend has it that Peter Pan may not have arrived in Neverland simply by flying to the “second star on the right, and straight on till morning.” Discover Peter Pan’s complicated past during Centre Stage’s production of Peter and the Starcatcher. Peter and a crew of orphans have been shipped off to an evil king. There, they meet a Starcatcher named Molly who must protect the treasure on board, until the ship is seized by a pirate named Black Stache (later Captain Hook). Join the epic battle between good and evil for only $35 a ticket.
Take this weekend by the horns, and channel your inner cowboy with a visit to PBR’s Velocity Tour at the Bons Secours Wellness Arena. Witness professional bull riders compete for time against fierce and muscular bulls in the ring. This fast growing sport has captured the attention of Greenville natives for the past 8 years, and enthusiasm for this event continues to grow. Tickets start at $15. If you haven't had a chance to see the show yet, this is your year!
Don’t throw away your shot: Hamilton is coming to the Peace Center this February. Being that it is a Grammy Award Winner, 11 time Tony Award Winner, Pulitzer Prize Winner, and more… It's kind of a big deal. Hamilton follows the life of founding father, Alexander Hamilton, as he navigates fighting for his life, love, and liberty in the midst of a rapidly changing America. Its hip-hop, jazz, and R&B style sets it apart, and makes history come alive. Tickets start at $69, depending on seat location. Enjoy!
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