For kids
Embark on a fun-filled adventure with activities designed just for kids. From interactive museums to exciting outdoor parks, there's something for every young explorer to enjoy.
Activities
Highlighted activities or attractions, such as must-visit landmarks, unique experiences, or seasonal events
Festivals & Seasonal Events
The Great Christmas Light Show
Drive a two mile route through more than two million lights, then walk Santa’s Village at the North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex. Simple entry and evening hours.
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Festivals & Seasonal Events
Irish Italian International Festival
A one day fall festival on Main Street with two stages, food vendors, crafts, and the spaghetti eating contest. Free admission and easy street access.
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Festivals & Seasonal Events
Music on Main Concert Series at The Horseshoe
Free Thursday night summer concerts at the Horseshoe on Main Street with rotating bands, street closures for pedestrians, and an easy beachside setup.
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Festivals & Seasonal Events
A Dickens of a Christmas (Downtown Spartanburg & Morgan Square)
Downtown Spartanburg’s free holiday kickoff with Victorian carolers, living window displays, a festive market, and the city tree lighting centered around Morgan Square.
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Piedmont Interstate Fair (Piedmont Interstate Fairgrounds)
A weeklong county fair with a bright midway, agricultural exhibits, nightly music, and simple, family-friendly logistics close to downtown Spartanburg.
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Festivals & Seasonal Events
Spartanburg International Festival (Barnet Park)
A one-day cultural festival at Barnet Park with global food, music, dance, and country booths arranged for easy wandering and simple, family-friendly logistics.
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Festivals & Seasonal Events
Trick or Treat on College Avenue
A downtown Halloween walk on College Avenue with street closures, candy from local shops, and an easy route that keeps families safe and together.
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Light the Lake Fireworks over Lake Hartwell
A lakefront Fourth of July tradition where you watch fireworks reflect over Lake Hartwell from The Dike near Sunset Avenue for wide open views and easy access.
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Clemson First Friday Parade
A tradition packed with student groups, live music, and community pride along Walter T Cox Boulevard that launches Clemson’s football season in the heart of campus.
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Aiken Steeplechase at Aiken Steeplechase Racecourse
A twice yearly day of jump racing, tailgating, and open air viewing at the Aiken Steeplechase Racecourse with clear sight lines and an easy event rhythm.
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Western Carolina State Fair at Western Carolina State Fairgrounds
A fall fair with rides, rodeo nights, a demolition derby, livestock barns, exhibits, and classic food at the Western Carolina State Fairgrounds in Aiken.
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Christmas in Hopelands at Hopelands Gardens
A free nightly light walk through Hopelands Gardens with music, concessions, and a clear, accessible route that invites a slow, calm visit during the holiday season.
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