Good afternoon, Greenville.
Cooler mornings, packed weekends. Here’s everything worth your time in Greenville this week.
FOOD & DRINK
A Casual Cafe With Creative Takes on Lunch Classics
Price range: $14-$15
The Cook’s Station serves up creative sandwiches and wraps that go well beyond the standard lunch lineup.
A few things to try:
Argentinean Shrimp Po’Boy: Grilled red shrimp, house-made chorizo, pickled peppers, arugula, tomato jam and, saffron aioli.
Buffalo Bacon Chicken Sandwich: Crispy chicken, buffalo cheddar, bacon, arugula, pickles and, blue cheese dressing.
Vegan Portabella Melt: Roasted portabella mushrooms, smoked pimento cheese and, caramelized onions on rye.
See the menu HERE.
COMMUNITY CORNER
The Monster Mash Hits Fluor Field
Green Monster Mash, presented by CB Caine, returns to Fluor Field Friday at 4 PM with costume-ready Halloween fun for families and their pups.
Concourse Candy Route: Kids bring a treat bag and trick-or-treat their way along the concourse from third base to first, collecting candy from participating sponsors.
Fun on the Field: The playing surface becomes a family play zone with Greenville Drive inflatables, carnival games, face painting, balloon art, cornhole, and hayrides around the warning track.
More details HERE.
🎬 FEATURED EVENTS
Thursday
🎵 MercyMe Live: The band behind ‘I Can Only Imagine’ headlines a show at Bon Secours with Jeremy Camp, while Tim Timmons and Sam Wesley open the night. 7 PM.
Murder on the Orient Express: Greenville Theatre opens Ken Ludwig’s stage adaptation of the Agatha Christie classic, set aboard a train full of suspects. Thursday-Sunday, times vary.
🎭 Masquerade Ball: BridgeWay Station’s inaugural masquerade ball brings dramatic fashion, elaborate masks, live music, and exquisite food to its striking venue, plus a little magic around every corner. 6 PM.
🎭 24th Annual New Play Festival: Centre Stage spotlights three finalist plays, selected for their originality and storytelling. The festival runs Thursday–Saturday. 7:30 PM.
Friday
🍷 Friday Night Unwind: CityScape Winery’s brand-new Wine Garden Tent opens with live music, bites from The Cork & Fork food truck, and wine by the glass, bottle, or flight. 4 PM.
🎃 Friday Night Frights: Costumed trick-or-treaters fill their bags at tents hosted by local businesses and city departments at the Mauldin Cultural Center, then settle in for a movie under the stars. 5:30 PM.
🎲 Speakeasy Casino Night: Noble Leaf Cigar Lounge goes Roaring ’20s with poker, craps, roulette, and blackjack tables, plus prizes for top players. 7 PM.
🎤 Rodney Carrington: Ranked among the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians for two decades, the actor, singer, and writer brings his stand-up to Peace Concert Hall. 8 PM.
🎤 Wild ‘N Out’s Burpie: The Wild ‘N Out cast member and Kevin Hart comedy search finalist brings his fast-paced, sarcastic real-life stories to the Comedy Zone. Friday-Saturday, times vary.
🎵 4th Annual Pickens Appalachian Folk Festival: Hagood Mill Historic Site hosts two free days of Appalachian music, artisan vendors, food trucks, and kids’ games. Friday-Saturday. Get times HERE.
Saturday
📍 SC Home Show: Home improvement pros all under one roof at the convention center. Free passes online, $10 at the door. Saturday-Sunday, times vary.
Sunday
🛩️ Hangar 28 Flight Line Farmers Market: Hangar 28 launches its first farmers and craft market, with 18 vendors set up inside the hangar, plus food and drink specials all day. 11 AM-4 PM.
🎤 LIVE MUSIC
Thursday
Smileys on the Roxx | Chris Hunt | 6:30 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Flipside | 10 PM
Radio Room | Lamont Landers | 8 PM
Blues Boulevard Jazz | Anreale | 8 PM
Friday
Smileys on the Roxx | Marvin King Revue | 6:30 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Hot As A Pepper | 10 PM
Blues Boulevard Jazz | Soulified 7 | 7:30 PM & 10 PM
Gather GVL | Second Hand News | 6 PM
Radio Room | Jacoozy | 8 PM
Seratonic | Corduroy Cadets | 8 PM
Saturday
Blues Boulevard Jazz | Groove Masters | 7:30 PM & 10 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Simple Syrup | 6:30 PM
Smileys on the Roxx | Rock Goddess | 10 PM
Coach Music Factory | Keller Williams | 8 PM
Doc’s Tavern | Human Clay | 8 PM
Sunday
Smileys on the Roxx | Broken Rekordd | 10 PM
🏈 🏒 Sports
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs Jacksonville Iceman | Bon Secours
Friday | 7:05 PM
More details HERE.
GREENVILLE INSIDER WEEKLY PICKS
🐶 Driveway Day Spa: Zoomin Groomin brings calm, professional dog grooming right to your driveway with no stressful waiting room required.
🌮 Happy Hour Hack: Matador serves nachos, tacos, Haba prawns, and more, starting at $7. Available daily from 4-6 PM and 10 PM until close.
💼 Ready to Move Up?: Move Upstate SC averages 11,000+ job postings a month across the 10-county Upstate.
🎤 Weezy Takes GVL: Multi-Grammy winner Lil Wayne plays at Bon Secours Wellness Arena Saturday at 8:30 PM.
🎃 Thrift or Treat: Shop vintage in costume and trick-or-treat at Camperdown’s GVL Vintage Market Sunday, 12–5 PM.
🍕 Slice of Progress: Cugino Forno hung its sign at the former Tanner’s Big Orange, with Neapolitan-style pizza, salads, gelato, and tiramisu coming soon.
💃 Shag & Shuffle: Experienced instructors lead line and shag lessons at SpareTime Friday at 6:30 PM, followed by a social dance with professional DJs.
📅 Mark Your Calendar: Grammy winner John Carter Cash, son of Johnny Cash, brings an intimate night of songs to The Sanctuary in West Greenville, on November 12.
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GET OUT OF TOWN
The Southeast’s Most Dramatic Canyon Is 90 Minutes Away
About 1.5 hours from Greenville, Tallulah Gorge offers some of the most dramatic scenery in the Southeast. This nearly 1,000-foot-deep canyon features stunning waterfalls and a swaying suspension bridge 80 feet above the gorge floor.
Hike the easier rim trails with multiple overlooks, or grab a free permit (limited to 100 per day) to tackle the challenging 600-stair descent to the bottom. Either way, you'll get incredible views of rushing water and rugged cliffs. Perfect for a day trip when you need a nature fix. It’s dog-friendly within designated areas.
You can also camp in the area, although it’s getting a bit chilly this time of year, with lows in the 40s.
Plan Your Visit HERE.
REAL ESTATE
FOR SALE | 3 BEDROOMS | 2 BATHROOMS | 1,655 SQ FT | $315K
This classic brick ranch sits on a corner lot of nearly half an acre in Heritage Hills, an established neighborhood known for its mature trees and roomy homesites, just 10 minutes from downtown Greenville.
What we like:
Nearly ½ acre, close to downtown Greenville
Light and bright, with a Sunscore of 92 out of 100
Easy flow through the living spaces
Corner lot with a creek border for extra privacy
Attractive price point
Lots of room to turn the backyard into something special
See this home HERE.
Thanks for reading Greenville Insider. See you next Thursday.
