Find Spartanburg events and things to do, including concerts, art walks, sporting events and nightlife entertainment. Be sure to also check out our outdoors guide for the Upstate and a listing of museums and galleries.

Interested in adding an event to our calendar? Please click the green “Post Your Event” button below.

Sunday, September 24, 2023
OneSpartanburg Beautiful mini-grants
Sep 24 all-day
online

Do you, your neighborhood group, or other community organization have a beautification project you’d like to tackle? Apply for a Keep OneSpartanburg Beautiful Community Beautification Mini-Grant before Sept. 30 and help improve Spartanburg County’s environment. The work of our community’s Keep America Beautiful affiliate is directly tied to the OneSpartanburg Vision Plan.

Monday, September 25, 2023
OneSpartanburg Beautiful mini-grants
Sep 25 all-day
online

Do you, your neighborhood group, or other community organization have a beautification project you’d like to tackle? Apply for a Keep OneSpartanburg Beautiful Community Beautification Mini-Grant before Sept. 30 and help improve Spartanburg County’s environment. The work of our community’s Keep America Beautiful affiliate is directly tied to the OneSpartanburg Vision Plan.

Tuesday, September 26, 2023
OneSpartanburg Beautiful mini-grants
Sep 26 all-day
online

Do you, your neighborhood group, or other community organization have a beautification project you’d like to tackle? Apply for a Keep OneSpartanburg Beautiful Community Beautification Mini-Grant before Sept. 30 and help improve Spartanburg County’s environment. The work of our community’s Keep America Beautiful affiliate is directly tied to the OneSpartanburg Vision Plan.

Wednesday, September 27, 2023
OneSpartanburg Beautiful mini-grants
Sep 27 all-day
online

Do you, your neighborhood group, or other community organization have a beautification project you’d like to tackle? Apply for a Keep OneSpartanburg Beautiful Community Beautification Mini-Grant before Sept. 30 and help improve Spartanburg County’s environment. The work of our community’s Keep America Beautiful affiliate is directly tied to the OneSpartanburg Vision Plan.

Power Up 101
Sep 27 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
OneSpartanburg, Inc. Office - Milliken Board Room

Join us for Power Up 101 to learn about the initiative and resources that are available to you as a small business owner in Spartanburg County.

Participants are encouraged to attend Power Up 101 after completing the initial intake form, but this is also a great refresher course for existing participants who want to maximize their benefits.

During Power Up 101, participants will:

  • Meet other small business owners and OneSpartanburg, Inc. staff
  • Learn more about the resources available
  • Learn how to utilize the website for the upcoming GRID and technical support resources
Want to become a Power Up Participant? Complete the intake form below to get started!
https://www.cognitoforms.com/onespartanburginc/powerupspartanburgintakeform
Thursday, September 28, 2023
OneSpartanburg Beautiful mini-grants
Sep 28 all-day
online

Do you, your neighborhood group, or other community organization have a beautification project you’d like to tackle? Apply for a Keep OneSpartanburg Beautiful Community Beautification Mini-Grant before Sept. 30 and help improve Spartanburg County’s environment. The work of our community’s Keep America Beautiful affiliate is directly tied to the OneSpartanburg Vision Plan.

Membership 101 OneSpartanburg, Inc.
Sep 28 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
OneSpartanaburg, Inc. Office

Join us for Membership 101 to learn about the benefits, services, and resources that are a part of your OneSpartanburg, Inc. membership.

New members are encouraged to attend Membership 101 after joining the OneSpartanburg, Inc., but this is also a great refresher course for existing members who want to maximize their benefits.

During Membership 101, members will:

  • Meet other new members and OneSpartanburg, Inc. staff
  • Learn more about the benefits of their membership
  • Learn how to utilize the website to update member information, post events, and register for OneSpartanburg, Inc. events

Sponsored By:

One Spartanburg 2023 Annual Celebration
Sep 28 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Indigo Hall Events

The last year was significant for Spartanburg, as it laid the foundation for years of growth in business, community, economic, and tourism development.

Celebrate the year of successes with us at The 2023 Annual Celebration, where we’ll recognize the business, organizations, developments, initiatives, and community leaders helping to build a brighter future across Spartanburg County.

Take advantage of the opportunity to place your business in front of hundreds of leaders from around the Upstate: inquire out about Sponsorship Opportunities.

Friday, September 29, 2023
OneSpartanburg Beautiful mini-grants
Sep 29 all-day
online

Do you, your neighborhood group, or other community organization have a beautification project you’d like to tackle? Apply for a Keep OneSpartanburg Beautiful Community Beautification Mini-Grant before Sept. 30 and help improve Spartanburg County’s environment. The work of our community’s Keep America Beautiful affiliate is directly tied to the OneSpartanburg Vision Plan.

Saturday, September 30, 2023
OneSpartanburg Beautiful mini-grants
Sep 30 all-day
online

Do you, your neighborhood group, or other community organization have a beautification project you’d like to tackle? Apply for a Keep OneSpartanburg Beautiful Community Beautification Mini-Grant before Sept. 30 and help improve Spartanburg County’s environment. The work of our community’s Keep America Beautiful affiliate is directly tied to the OneSpartanburg Vision Plan.

Thursday, October 5, 2023
Middle Tyger Area Council – Business After Hours
Oct 5 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
United Community Bank

Friday, October 6, 2023
Building Community as Marketing Strategy: Roadmap for Authentic Engagement
Oct 6 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Anderson Arts Center

The Upstate Entrepreneur Ecosystem welcomes Travis Sheridan, the Chief Community Officer of Wexford Science and Technology. Join us for lunch as Travis outlines the tools and tactics you can use immediately to build a meaningful community. These tools have been refined over nearly 30 years of testing in the field — with much success and a few failures.

Want to stand out from the crowd? Want your reach and influence to grow organically? What to turn admirers into advocates? It starts with building an authentic community around your brand, your company, your service, or your organization. There are ways to create moments of serendipity, but it can’t be left to chance — it must be engineered.

In this session we will spend time Topics include: – Some will. Some won’t. So what? Move on. – I want to meet you. I want to know you. I want to help you. – Attract. Develop. Promote. – So an attorney and an acrobat walked into a bar… – It’s not about you! (Sorry, Dr Phil) – Kindtagious: The ideal pandemic

Check out some of the existing innovation districts!

Travis holds the position of SVP & Chief Community Officer at Wexford Science & Technology, liaising closely with university partners, civic leaders, and community groups within Wexford’s Knowledge Communities. He pioneers the creation of inclusive urban spaces, directs community engagement strategies, identifies fresh partnerships and initiatives, establishes funding means for diverse innovators, and reinforces connections between the Knowledge Community and its geographic context. Additionally, he heads the Wexford SciTech Seed Fund’s investment committee.

Before Wexford, Travis made significant strides as President of the CIC Venture Café Global Institute, managing its global expansion. Earlier, as the Assistant VP of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at St. Louis Economic Development Partnership, he oversaw a business plan contest, launched a biotech incubator, and managed multiple business incubators.

Travis continues to contribute by serving on the boards of various local organizations, including the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership, Laumeier Sculpture Park, St. Louis Public Radio, and the Chairman’s Circle and Policy Council of Greater St. Louis Inc. He is also a founding member of the St Louis Charter Commission.

Armed with a bachelor’s in psychology, a master’s in organizational behavior, and doctoral coursework in organizational leadership, Travis applies innovation and entrepreneurship to foster community and economic growth. A resident of Old North STL, he proudly lives in a house he built from shipping containers.

Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Caffeinated Conversation: Penny In Action
Oct 10 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am
OneSpartanburg, Inc. | Milliken Board Room
Caffeinated Conversation: Penny In Action

The first penny sales tax, passed by voters in 2017, led to significant facilities improvements across Spartanburg, including a new Spartanburg County Courthouse, and a joint City-County Government Complex. In November, voters will head to the polls again to decide if another six-year penny sales tax is passed, with all funds raised by the new penny to be directed to roads. Learn the benefits of voting YES in November with OneSpartanburg, Inc. President and CEO Allen Smith and County Administrator Cole Alverson.

Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Power Up Workshops – How to Access Capital
Oct 11 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
OneSpartanburg, Inc. Milliken Board Room

Make plans to attend this Power Up Spartanburg Workshop – Access to Capital. Offered every month in partnership with the SC Small Business Development Center, join Katrina Meeks to learn about the topics below.

 Accounting/Budget, Business Financing, Cash Flow Management

This event will equip you with the knowledge of:

  • Access to Capital ( what do I need for a bank loan?)
  • Who will Fund my Business
  • The Five C’s of Credit
  • Skin in the Game
  • Terms and Conditions (do I sign on the dotted line? )
Friday, October 13, 2023
Upstate Connect
Oct 13 @ 9:00 am – 10:15 am
Park 37 Community Room

Join Ten at the Top and the Urban League of the Upstate for an informal networking event to be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. on Friday, October 13 at the Park 37 Community Room as we discuss the ingredients for being a “Great Place to Work”!

Panelists include:
*Yolanda Lewis – Human Resources Director, SCRA
*Gina Freeman – Project Communications Specialist, ReWa
*Tom Tyra – VP Cheif Marketing & Communications Officer, GSP Int’l Airport
*Kaye Davis – Sustainability Services Officer, ReWa
*Mike Garren – Director of Business Development, Trehel Corporation

Monday, October 16, 2023
North Carolina Chapter of the Solid Waste Association of North America FALL CONFERENCE
Oct 16 – Oct 19 all-day
The Cherokee Convention Center
Read all information pertaining to daily resort fees, early check in fees, parking, etc.

Driving Directions

NC SWANA Garby Awards
Have an employee that stands out?  Nominate them for the new Garby Award.

Bowling Tournament Information and Registration Form – Young Professionals join a team!  Come enjoy an evening to network with peers and mentors in a relaxed atmosphere.  YP’s that compete in the tournament will be entered in a drawing for a scholarship.  The scholarship includes complimentary registration at next conference and hotel reimbursement.

Be a sponsor and have your company logo on the tournament banner and enjoy the evening with participants.  Food and beverages provided.  Sponsor registration must be completed by September 1st to ensure logo on banner.
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
SERDC Symposium: Restoring Confidence in Recycling
Oct 17 – Oct 19 all-day
DoubleTree by Hilton in Asheville, NC

There’s no better time to visit Western North Carolina than in the fall when leaves are exploding with color. The weather is still warm yet offers an evening crispness long forgotten from the hot, humid summer months. This year, the SERDC Symposium and Annual Membership Meeting will take place in Asheville, NC, just steps from the famed Biltmore Estate, minutes from an eclectic downtown and right beside the Blue Ridge Parkway.

This year’s Symposium aims to foster collaboration, innovation, and knowledge exchange within the recycling community. It serves as a platform for professionals to stay updated on industry trends, build partnerships, and contribute to the sustainable development of recycling practices. In addition, our 2023 Champions of the Southeast award winners will be announced and the SERDC membership will be able to get an update on this year’s work as well as vote in the 2024 Board of Directors.

Tuesday, October 17

Off-site evening gathering TBD

Wednesday, October 18

10:00-12:00 PM Registration opens/Tour option 1

1:00- 3:00 PM Tour option 2

3:00 – 7:00 PM Exhibitor Welcoming Reception

Thursday, October 19

​8:30- 9:15 AM  Welcome/Keynote- Restoring Confidence in Recycling  (NCDEQ Secretary: Elizabeth Biser)

​9:15- 10:15 AM  Session 1-Panel on Demand​

10:15- 10:45 AM  Break/Exhibitor time

​10:45- 11:45 AM  Session 2- A working session on What steps can be taken and Who will take them?

​11:45 AM- 12:15 PM  Champions of the SE Awards

​12:15- 1:15 PM  Lunch/Business Meeting

1:15- 2:00 PM  Session 3- Legislative panel- Material Management

2:30- 2:45 PM  Session 4- Engaging Legislators

2:45- 3:30 PM  Session 5- How EPR stands to impact recycling

3:30- 5:00 PM  Conclusion/Reception

DoubleTree by Hilton in Asheville, NC

Room Block October 16-19 available   $169/night plus taxes and fees

Free Parking  No Resort Fees

The block is limited and closes Sept. 17, so book now to get this rate.

If you want to extend your stay in order to do a Biltmore tour or explore the area, the hotel has offered shoulder dates 2 nights before and after the contracted block BUT it must be booked directly with the hotel front desk to get the group rate. They are only offered on a first come first serve basis. Make a reservation for the blocked dates using the link below then call them at (828) 274-1800 to extend your stay.

Thursday, October 26, 2023
Membership 101 OneSpartanburg, Inc.
Oct 26 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
OneSpartanaburg, Inc. Office

Join us for Membership 101 to learn about the benefits, services, and resources that are a part of your OneSpartanburg, Inc. membership.

New members are encouraged to attend Membership 101 after joining the OneSpartanburg, Inc., but this is also a great refresher course for existing members who want to maximize their benefits.

During Membership 101, members will:

  • Meet other new members and OneSpartanburg, Inc. staff
  • Learn more about the benefits of their membership
  • Learn how to utilize the website to update member information, post events, and register for OneSpartanburg, Inc. events

Sponsored By:

Thursday, November 2, 2023
DigiMarCon Texas 2023 – Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference + Exhibition
Nov 2 all-day
The Westin Dallas Downtown Hotel

DigiMarCon Texas 2023 is your chance to …

– Hear from some of the most audacious and thought-provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.
– Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level.
– Network with thought leaders, reunite with your peers, and build your professional network.

DigiMarCon Texas, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in Texas, returns November 2nd and 3rd, 2023 to The Westin Dallas Downtown Hotel in Dallas, Texas. Join your peers in-person or online for 2-days jam-packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy, and networking, also check out the next generation of technology & innovation; Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech & SaaS Technology.

Expand your knowledge on the following topics: Account-Based Marketing, Behavioral & Neuromarketing, Content Marketing, Conversational Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization, Data Science & Big Data, Email Marketing, Geo-Targeting & Proximity Marketing, Growth Hacking, Inbound & Outbound Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Native & Contextual Advertising, Omnichannel Marketing, Paid Search Marketing, Personalization & Privacy.

You’ll also learn the following: Podcast & Webinar Marketing, PR & Cause Marketing, Predictive Analytics & Attribution, Programmatic Advertising, Sales & Marketing Automation, Search Engine Optimization, Shopper Marketing, Marketing & Customer Experience, Social Commerce, Social Media Marketing, UI / UX Design, User-Generated Content, Video Marketing, Viral & Buzz Marketing, Visual & Voice Search, Web Analytics, and much more!

At DigiMarCon Texas 2023, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thoughts will be challenged, and new ways of thinking will emerge. You will leave with your head, notebooks, and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency/team/account to even greater success.

Be a part of DigiMarCon Texas 2023 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world. Top keynotes, case studies, strategy sessions and networking!

See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today.

For more details visit https://digimarcontexas.com

Monday, November 6, 2023
DigiMarCon At Home 2023 – Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference
Nov 6 all-day
online

DigiMarCon At Home 2023 is your chance to …
– Hear from some of the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.
– Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level.
– Network with thought leaders, reunite with your peers and build your professional network.

The 8th annual DigiMarCon At Home, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference Online will be held November 6th and 8th, 2023, available live stream and on-demand. Join your peers online for 3-days jam packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy and networking.

Expand your knowledge on the following topics: Account-Based Marketing, Behavioral & Neuromarketing, Content Marketing, Conversational Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization, Data Science & Big Data, Email Marketing, Geo-Targeting & Proximity Marketing, Growth Hacking, Inbound & Outbound Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Native & Contextual Advertising, Omnichannel Marketing, Paid Search Marketing, Personalization & Privacy.

You’ll also learn the following: Podcast & Webinar Marketing, PR & Cause Marketing, Predictive Analytics & Attribution, Programmatic Advertising, Sales & Marketing Automation, Search Engine Optimization, Shopper Marketing, Marketing & Customer Experience, Social Commerce, Social Media Marketing, UI / UX Design, User-Generated Content, Video Marketing, Viral & Buzz Marketing, Visual & Voice Search, Web Analytics, and much more!

At DigiMarCon At Home 2023, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thought will be challenged, new ways of thinking will emerge, and you will leave with your head, notebooks and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency / team / account to even greater success.

Be a part of DigiMarCon At Home and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world.

See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today.

For more details visit https://digimarconathome.com.