Events

Red White and Boom!

2010

Art Walk - Every Thursday

Art Walk returns every third Thursday of the month in 2010

Visitors may stroll using a self-guided map provided at each gallery.

Time: 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Galleries on the tour include

  • Wet Paint Syndrome at Hillcrest Specialty Row
  • Spartanburg Art Museum at Chapman Cultural Center
  • Gallery 155 at 155 East Broad Street
  • Carolina Gallery at 145 West Main Street
  • MYST at 154 West Main Street
  • 151 West Main Street and
  • West Main Artists Cooperative at 578 West Main Street

All venues are free and open to the public. For more information call (864) 585-3335 or visit www.carolinagalleryart.com

Jazz on the Square - Every Friday

Fridays, 5:30 to 7:30 pm
April and May, September and October
Morgan Square

Start the weekend early with your friends and coworkers in the heart of downtown. The square fills quickly with the sounds of jazz created by area musicians. This event provides a casual, intimate, park-like setting that winds up early enough for you to take in dinner at one of the many nearby restaurants.

Music on Main - Every Thursday

Thursdays, 6:00 - 9:00 pm
April through August
Denny's Plaza

Experience an eclectic array of live music which includes a weekly lineup that varies from country to reggae. The beautiful, outdoor setting offers a relaxing, yet, festive atmosphere for an evening out while you listen to live music, dance or just enjoy quality time with friends.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Celebration

January 18
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

This celebration began more than a decade ago with just a small group of people gathered around City Hall's flagpole. The purpose was to reflect on the words and message of Dr. King's life. The celebration now hosts national speakers and over 3,000 participants.

Retail Therapy

Fall Dates
September 16th
October 21st
November 18th

Downtown Shops
5:30pm - 7:30pm

These participating stores will help you shop your stress away with great clothes, shoes, accessories and light refreshments.
Chelsea's Downtown
The Lemon Peel
The Runway
Three Sisters
Petite Armoire
Two Doors Down
Couture Closet
Pink On Main
EK Perfumes
DK Boutique * After you shop, head to Blues Blvd. to enjoy 1/2 price Mojitos and Martinis!

Downtown Classic Criterium

Friday, April 30th Ð 4:00 pm
Downtown Main Street

Come see cyclists from all over the nation and the world compete in the Downtown Classic Criterium, an officially-sanctioned, half-mile bicycle course unique for its cobblestone start/finish line, open-air plaza center and dangerous sharp right turns.

Spring Fling Weekend

April 30th - May 2nd
Friday, April 30th - 6pm to 10pm
Saturday, May 1st - 11am to 9pm
Sunday, May 2nd - 1pm to 7pm

Come see cyclists from all over the nation and the world compete in the Downtown Classic Criterium, an officially-sanctioned, half-mile bicycle course unique for its cobblestone start/finish line, open-air plaza center and dangerous sharp right turns.

Hub City Farmer's Market

Open May 15 through October, every Saturday 8:00am - Noon
Magnolia Street Train Station
Wednesday Market open June through October
4:00pm - 6:00pm - Daniel Morgan Square

Begin your Saturday with a healthy start by visiting the Hub City Farmers' Market. Purchase fresh produce and beautiful cut flowers from local farmers. Listen to live music while you shop and expand your skills by learning a new cooking technique at the weekly cooking class.

Assault on Mt. Mitchell

Monday, May 24th
Begins in front of Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium at 6:30 am

Go the distance on your bicycle by covering over 100 miles and climbing more than 11,000 feet to reach the peak of Mount Mitchell, the highest point in the Appalachian Mountains. If you prefer the sidelines, join the early morning crowds as we give the competitive cyclists a rousing sendoff up the mountain.

Red, White, & Boom Celebration

Saturday, July 3rd
6pm to 10pm
Barnet Park

Celebrate Independence Day a little early with an annual event organized by Spartanburg Community College. Come enjoy the most dazzling fireworks display in Spartanburg.

Carolina Panthers Training Camp

Dates and Times To Be Announced
Wofford College

The Carolina Panthers Training Camp enables fans to enjoy NFL football up close and personal. All practice sessions are free and open twice daily to the public. Each practice session lasts between 90 minutes and two hours.

The Creative Taste of Spartanburg

Saturday, September 4, 2010
5pm to 10pm
Main Street, Downtown Spartanburg
Visit www.spartanburgcreativeenergy.com for details.

Come and sample a variety of creative foods and wines during Spartanburg's Creative Food and Wine Festival. Held in the heart of downtown, the festival is a signature event of the Creative Energy Campaign and is open to the public.

The Spartanburg Downtown Association Fall Fashion Show

Friday, September 24 at Noon
Extended Stay Hotel Outdoor Courtyard
Lunch included with ticket.
Tickets sold in participating shops downtown.

See the latest fall fashions from the shops and boutiques in downtown Spartanburg.

Spartanburg International Festival

Saturday, October 2nd - 11am to 6pm
Barnet Park

Experience flavorful cuisines from around the world, participate in arts and crafts and shop in the Gypsy Market while visiting downtown Spartanburg. This annual, international festival hosts over 30 nations.

South Carolina State Hog Rally

October 7th - 10th

Wofford College Homecoming

Friday, October 29th
Morgan Square

Enjoy Wofford's downtown street party and high-energy pep rally with live entertainment and refreshments. This signature alumni event is open to all Wofford friends.

Veteran's Day Parade

Thursday, November 11th, 4:00 pm
Morgan Square

Parade begins at Carver Jr. High School and ends at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium/p>

Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas

Date and Time To Be Announced
Wofford College

Watch the nation's oldest and most prestigious high school football allstar game in America, played in Spartanburg to benefit Shriners Hospitals across the nation.