The Greenville, SC area has 12 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker in Simpsonville on November 14 to Holiday Open House in Greenville, on December 11. 2 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in South Carolina, part of our guide for every state.
The short version
- 12 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Greenville, SC for 2026, in Greenville, Simpsonville, Mauldin and Travelers Rest
- First: Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker, Simpsonville, November 14. Runs latest: Holiday Open House, Greenville, through December 11
- Free: Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker and A Merry Mauldin Christmas Tree Lighting and Market
- Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it
Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our South Carolina Christmas train rides page.
Greenville, SC Christmas events for kids at a glance
- Kids’ Christmas events
- 12 confirmed for 2026
- Cities
- Greenville, Simpsonville, Mauldin and Travelers Rest
- Season
- November 14 to December 11, 2026
- Free events
- 2
- Kinds of events
- holiday story time, holiday crafts, tree lighting and breakfast with Santa
- Last checked
Plan your December
When each Greenville, SC Christmas event for kids happens
The first is Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker in Simpsonville on November 14; the last runs to December 11. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.
- Storytime Ballet: The NutcrackerSimpsonville · Nov 14
- The Grinchmas PartyGreenville · Dec 1
- Christmas JamsGreenville · Dec 2
- Gingerbread HuntSimpsonville · Dec 2
- A Merry Mauldin Christmas Tree Lighting and MarketMauldin · Dec 3
- The Grinchmas PartySimpsonville · Dec 3
- Breakfast with SantaMauldin · Dec 5
- Mauldin Christmas ParadeMauldin · Dec 5
- Reindeer GamesSimpsonville · Dec 8
- Family Craft Night: Winter HolidaysSimpsonville · Dec 10
- Gingerbread House Display and VotingTravelers Rest · Dec 10
- Holiday Open HouseGreenville · Dec 11
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Christmas events for kids in Greenville
3 confirmed events for kids in Greenville, soonest first.
Greenville: The Grinchmas Party
Holiday story timeGreenville County Library System · Greenville
- Host
- Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Pelham Road Branch Library, 1508 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC 29615
- When
- Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 10 to 10:45 am
- Cost
- No registration listed; no cost listed
- Ages
- Ages 5 and under
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Grinchmas Party is a short, cozy holiday gathering for preschoolers at the Pelham Road Branch. Library staff lead a read-aloud of the classic Grinch story, then everyone sings carols together and enjoys hot chocolate.
The party runs from 10 to 10:45 am on Tuesday, December 1, and is designed for children 5 and under with their grown-ups. No registration is listed for this program, so it works well as a drop-in outing on a weekday morning. The same party is offered two days later at the Simpsonville branch if this date does not fit your schedule. The Pelham Road Branch is on the east side of Greenville near the Pelham Road corridor. Plan for a short morning outing that fits easily between naps, and expect a cheerful crowd of toddlers and preschoolers, so it can be a gentle first story time for children who are new to the library.
See dates and details from Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)Greenville: Christmas Jams
Holiday story timeGreenville County Library System · Greenville
- Host
- Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Hughes Main Library (Story Room), 25 Heritage Green Place, Greenville, SC 29601
- When
- Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 6:30 to 7:15 pm
- Cost
- No registration listed; no cost listed
- Ages
- Families with young children (listed for babies through age 5 and kids)
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Christmas Jams is a bedtime-friendly holiday program at the Hughes Main Library downtown. Families are invited to come in their pajamas for Christmas stories and a singalong in the library's Story Room, a relaxed way to wind down the day with little ones.
The program runs from 6:30 to 7:15 pm on Wednesday, December 2. It is listed for babies, preschoolers and kids, with a focus on children 5 and under, and no registration is listed. The evening timing makes it a good choice for working parents who miss daytime story times. Hughes Main Library is on Heritage Green Place, next to the museums and theater at Heritage Green near downtown Greenville. Because the program is only 45 minutes long, it fits neatly before bedtime, and kids can head straight home in their pajamas afterward.
Parent tip: Pajamas are encouraged, so kids can come ready for bed.
See dates and details from Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)Greenville: Holiday Open House
Story time with SantaGreenville County Library System · Greenville
- Host
- Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Hughes Main Library, 25 Heritage Green Place, Greenville, SC 29601
- When
- Friday, December 11, 2026, 10 to 11 am
- Cost
- No registration listed; no cost listed
- Ages
- Ages 5 and under
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Holiday Open House at the Hughes Main Library packs a whole holiday morning into one hour for the youngest visitors. Children enjoy Christmas stories, holiday crafts, carols and games, and the highlight is a visit with Santa.
The open house runs from 10 to 11 am on Friday, December 11, in the library's main meeting rooms. It is designed for children 5 and under with their caregivers, and no registration is listed. Because it includes stories, crafts and Santa in one place, it is one of the most complete holiday programs on the library's December calendar. Hughes Main Library is on Heritage Green Place near downtown Greenville,, and the program meets in the library's combined meeting rooms. Children can enjoy the whole program with a caregiver at their side.
Parent tip: Bring a camera or phone if you want a picture with Santa; the listing does not mention a photographer.
See dates and details from Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Simpsonville
5 confirmed events for kids in Simpsonville, soonest first.
Simpsonville: Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker
Holiday story timeFreeGreenville County Library System · Simpsonville
- Host
- Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Five Forks Branch Library, 104 Sunnydale Drive, Simpsonville, SC 29681 (near Greenville)
- When
- Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 to 11:30 am
- Cost
- Free, numbered tickets required
- Ages
- Ages 5 and under, families welcome
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Storytime Ballet pairs a classic holiday story with live dance. Dancers from the International Ballet perform a story-based version of The Nutcracker sized for little audiences, so young children can follow along with the tale while watching real ballet up close.
There are two 30-minute performances on Saturday, November 14, at 10 am and 11 am in the Five Forks Branch. The program is aimed at children 5 and under, and families are welcome. Admission is free, but numbered tickets are required. Tickets are handed out no more than 90 minutes before each show, with a limit of one ticket per person, and entry is not guaranteed once fire marshal limits are reached. Five Forks is in the Simpsonville area southeast of downtown Greenville. Since tickets are limited and handed out in person, plan to arrive well before the start time, especially for the first show.
Parent tip: Arrive early to pick up free numbered tickets, which are released up to 90 minutes before each performance; every person in your group needs one.
See dates and details from Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)Simpsonville: Gingerbread Hunt
Holiday craftsGreenville County Library System · Simpsonville
- Host
- Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Five Forks Branch Library, 104 Sunnydale Drive, Simpsonville, SC 29681 (near Greenville)
- When
- Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 10:30 to 11:15 am
- Cost
- No registration listed; no cost listed
- Ages
- Ages 5 and under
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Gingerbread Hunt gives preschoolers a festive mix of making and moving. The program begins with a gingerbread-themed craft, then kids set off on a scavenger hunt to track down gingerbread friends around the room.
It runs from 10:30 to 11:15 am on Wednesday, December 2, at the Five Forks Branch, and it is designed for children 5 and under with a caregiver. No registration is listed. The same branch also hosts Reindeer Games for older kids and a drop-in Family Craft Night later in December, so it is easy to plan several library visits. The program is short and playful, which suits toddlers who like to be up and moving, and the craft gives each child something to take home. Five Forks is in the Simpsonville area southeast of downtown Greenville.
See dates and details from Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)Simpsonville: The Grinchmas Party
Holiday story timeGreenville County Library System · Simpsonville
- Host
- Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Simpsonville Branch Library, 626 NE Main Street, Simpsonville, SC 29681 (near Greenville)
- When
- Thursday, December 3, 2026, 10 to 10:45 am
- Cost
- No registration listed; no cost listed
- Ages
- Ages 5 and under
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Simpsonville Branch hosts its own Grinchmas Party for the youngest readers. The program starts with a read-aloud of the classic Grinch story, followed by a round of Christmas carols and a cup of hot chocolate, making it a gentle first holiday event for toddlers and preschoolers.
The party runs from 10 to 10:45 am on Thursday, December 3. It is listed for children 5 and under with their caregivers, and no registration is listed. The Pelham Road Branch in Greenville offers the same party on December 1. The Simpsonville Branch is on NE Main Street, close to downtown Simpsonville. The program is short enough for toddlers with limited attention spans, and the singing and hot chocolate give wiggly listeners a break after the story. It is an easy holiday stop for families in the Golden Strip area.
See dates and details from Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)Simpsonville: Reindeer Games
Holiday craftsGreenville County Library System · Simpsonville
- Host
- Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Five Forks Branch Library, 104 Sunnydale Drive, Simpsonville, SC 29681 (near Greenville)
- When
- Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 3:45 to 4:30 pm
- Cost
- No registration listed; no cost listed
- Ages
- Ages 6 to 12
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Reindeer Games is an after-school holiday program for elementary and tween kids at the Five Forks Branch. Children rotate through winter holiday-themed crafts, games and activities, which makes it a good fit for kids who have outgrown preschool story times but still love seasonal fun.
The program runs from 3:45 to 4:30 pm on Tuesday, December 8, and is designed for ages 6 to 12. No registration is listed. Five Forks also offers a Gingerbread Hunt for preschoolers on December 2 and a drop-in Family Craft Night on December 10. The session is short, about 45 minutes, so it fits between school pickup and dinner. Five Forks is in the Simpsonville area southeast of downtown Greenville, and the program is a nice way for school-age kids to spend a December afternoon at the library with other children.
See dates and details from Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)Simpsonville: Family Craft Night: Winter Holidays
Holiday craftsGreenville County Library System · Simpsonville
- Host
- Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Five Forks Branch Library, 104 Sunnydale Drive, Simpsonville, SC 29681 (near Greenville)
- When
- Thursday, December 10, 2026, 5 to 7 pm
- Cost
- Drop-in; no cost listed
- Ages
- Families (listed for babies through kids)
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Family Craft Night at the Five Forks Branch takes on a winter holidays theme in December. Families can stop by any time during the two-hour window to make winter and holiday-themed crafts together at the craft tables, so there is no need to arrive right at the start.
The drop-in event runs from 5 to 7 pm on Thursday, December 10. It is listed for babies, preschoolers and kids, which makes it a good option for families with children of different ages. Supplies are limited, so earlier arrival gives the best choice of projects. Five Forks is in the Simpsonville area southeast of downtown Greenville. The evening hours make this one of the easier library holiday programs for working parents to attend, and children take their finished crafts home as decorations or small gifts.
Parent tip: Supplies are limited, so come earlier in the evening for the best selection.
See dates and details from Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Mauldin
3 confirmed events for kids in Mauldin, soonest first.
Mauldin: A Merry Mauldin Christmas Tree Lighting and Market
Tree lightingFreeCity of Mauldin and Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce · Mauldin
- Host
- City of Mauldin and Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Mauldin Outdoor Amphitheater, 101 East Butler Road, Mauldin, SC 29662 (near Greenville)
- When
- Thursday, December 3, 2026, 5 to 8 pm
- Cost
- Free entry and parking
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
A Merry Mauldin Christmas fills the Mauldin Outdoor Amphitheater with holiday activities for the whole family. From 5 pm, kids can take pictures with Santa, walk the Merry and Bright Holiday Light Trail with its photo stops, and browse a holiday market of local artisans, bakers and makers while food trucks serve dinner. Short train rides are also part of the evening.
Live performances begin at 6 pm, and the annual tree lighting ceremony takes place at 7 pm, with the event wrapping up at 8 pm. Entry and parking are free. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome, leashed dogs are allowed, and outside food and drinks are not permitted. The amphitheater is next to the Mauldin Cultural Center on East Butler Road.
Parent tip: Bring lawn chairs or a blanket for the performances; outside food and drinks are not allowed, but food trucks are on site.
See dates and details from City of Mauldin and Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)Mauldin: Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with SantaGreater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce · Mauldin
- Host
- Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Ray Hopkins Mauldin Senior Center, 203 Corn Road, Mauldin, SC 29607 (near Greenville)
- When
- Saturday, December 5, 2026, 9 to 11:30 am
- Cost
- $5 children, $7 adults
- Ages
- Families
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce hosts Breakfast with Santa as part of the city's Christmas season. Families sit down for breakfast and spend time with Santa and Mrs. Claus, making it a good choice for kids who want more than a quick photo line visit.
Breakfast runs from 9 to 11:30 am on Saturday, December 5, at the Ray Hopkins Mauldin Senior Center on Corn Road. Tickets cost $5 for children and $7 for adults and are sold at the Chamber office or by phone at 864.297.1323. The Mauldin Christmas Parade steps off later the same afternoon, so families can easily plan a full holiday day in town. Breakfast with Santa is part of a busy holiday week in Mauldin that also includes the city tree lighting on December 3.
Parent tip: Buy tickets in advance at the Mauldin Chamber office or by calling 864.297.1323. The Mauldin Christmas Parade follows at 2 pm the same day.
See dates and details from Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)Mauldin: Mauldin Christmas Parade
Holiday paradeGreater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce · Mauldin
- Host
- Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Holland Road parade route (Golden Strip Career Center to BridgeWay Station), Holland Road, Mauldin, SC 29662 (near Greenville)
- When
- Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2 pm
- Cost
- Public street parade; no cost listed
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce holds its annual Christmas parade on Saturday afternoon, December 5. The route starts at the Golden Strip Career Center, travels down Holland Road and ends at BridgeWay Station, giving families plenty of curbside space to watch the floats and entries go by.
The parade steps off at 2 pm. Earlier that morning, the Chamber hosts Breakfast with Santa at the Ray Hopkins Mauldin Senior Center, so families can combine both. Groups that want to march or ride in the parade can download an entry form from the Mauldin Cultural Center page and return it to the Chamber. The parade is part of Mauldin's holiday season lineup, which also includes the city tree lighting on December 3. Dress for the weather and bring chairs or blankets for curbside seating.
Parent tip: Arrive early to claim a viewing spot along Holland Road. Questions go to the Mauldin Chamber of Commerce at 864.297.1323.
See dates and details from Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Travelers Rest
1 confirmed event for kids in Travelers Rest, soonest first.
Travelers Rest: Gingerbread House Display and Voting
Holiday craftsGreenville County Library System · Travelers Rest
- Host
- Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Travelers Rest Branch Library, 17 Center Street, Travelers Rest, SC 29690 (near Greenville)
- When
- Thursday, December 10, 2026, 10 am to 8 pm
- Cost
- Drop-in; no cost listed
- Ages
- Kids, babies and pre-K, teens
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Travelers Rest Branch fills its meeting room with entries from its Gingerbread House Competition, and on December 10 the public is invited to view them and vote for a favorite. It is an easy, low-key outing where kids can study the candy details up close and pick a winner.
The display is open from 10 am to 8 pm, so families can stop in before or after school. It is listed for kids, preschoolers and teens. Families who want to enter a house in the competition can register online through the library between November 1 and 27. The Travelers Rest Branch is on Center Street in the heart of downtown Travelers Rest, north of Greenville. Since the display is open for most of the day, it can be combined with a regular library visit or an outing along Main Street.
Parent tip: To enter your own gingerbread house, register through the library's Gingerbread House Competition link between Nov 1 and 27.
See dates and details from Greenville County Library System (opens in a new tab)Looking further afield? Our South Carolina Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Columbia, SC and Charleston, SC. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.
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What Christmas events for kids are in Greenville, SC in 2026?
We confirmed 12 Christmas events for kids in Greenville, SC for 2026 on each host’s own page: Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker in Simpsonville (November 14), The Grinchmas Party in Greenville (December 1), Christmas Jams in Greenville (December 2), Gingerbread Hunt in Simpsonville (December 2), A Merry Mauldin Christmas Tree Lighting and Market in Mauldin (December 3), The Grinchmas Party in Simpsonville (December 3), Breakfast with Santa in Mauldin (December 5), Mauldin Christmas Parade in Mauldin (December 5), Reindeer Games in Simpsonville (December 8), Family Craft Night: Winter Holidays in Simpsonville (December 10), Gingerbread House Display and Voting in Travelers Rest (December 10) and Holiday Open House in Greenville (December 11). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.
What Christmas events for kids are in Greenville, South Carolina?
For families in and around Greenville, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: The Grinchmas Party (Tue, Dec 1, 10 to 10:45 am, no registration listed; no cost listed); Christmas Jams (Wed, Dec 2, 6:30 to 7:15 pm, no registration listed; no cost listed); Holiday Open House (Fri, Dec 11, 10 to 11 am, no registration listed; no cost listed). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Greenville section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Simpsonville, South Carolina?
For families in and around Simpsonville, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker (Sat, Nov 14, 10 am or 11 am (30 minutes), free, numbered tickets required); Gingerbread Hunt (Wed, Dec 2, 10:30 to 11:15 am, no registration listed; no cost listed); The Grinchmas Party (Thu, Dec 3, 10 to 10:45 am, no registration listed; no cost listed); Reindeer Games (Tue, Dec 8, 3:45 to 4:30 pm, no registration listed; no cost listed); Family Craft Night: Winter Holidays (Thu, Dec 10, 5 to 7 pm, drop-in; no cost listed). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Simpsonville section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Mauldin, South Carolina?
For families in and around Mauldin, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: A Merry Mauldin Christmas Tree Lighting and Market (Thu, Dec 3, 5 to 8 pm; tree lighting at 7 pm, free entry and parking); Breakfast with Santa (Sat, Dec 5, 9 to 11:30 am, $5 children, $7 adults); Mauldin Christmas Parade (Sat, Dec 5, 2 pm, public street parade; no cost listed). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Mauldin section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Travelers Rest, South Carolina?
For families in and around Travelers Rest, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Gingerbread House Display and Voting (Thu, Dec 10, 10 am to 8 pm, drop-in; no cost listed). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Travelers Rest section of this page.
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Greenville, SC?
Yes. 2 of the 12 events here are free: Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker in Simpsonville and A Merry Mauldin Christmas Tree Lighting and Market in Mauldin. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.
Where can kids see Santa in Greenville, SC this December?
Santa appears at A Merry Mauldin Christmas Tree Lighting and Market in Mauldin (December 3), Breakfast with Santa in Mauldin (December 5) and Holiday Open House in Greenville (December 11). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.
Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Greenville, SC?
Holiday story times on this page: Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker in Simpsonville, The Grinchmas Party in Greenville, Christmas Jams in Greenville, The Grinchmas Party in Simpsonville and Holiday Open House in Greenville. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.
Where can we have breakfast or a meal with Santa in Greenville, SC?
Meals with Santa confirmed for 2026: Breakfast with Santa in Mauldin (Sat, Dec 5, 9 to 11:30 am). These usually sell out, so book as soon as you pick a date.
Which Greenville, SC Christmas events are best for toddlers?
These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker in Simpsonville (Ages 5 and under, families welcome), The Grinchmas Party in Greenville (Ages 5 and under), Christmas Jams in Greenville (Families with young children (listed for babies through age 5 and kids)), Gingerbread Hunt in Simpsonville (Ages 5 and under), The Grinchmas Party in Simpsonville (Ages 5 and under) and Holiday Open House in Greenville (Ages 5 and under).
How much is Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker in Simpsonville?
Free, numbered tickets required. Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker is on Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 to 11:30 am at Five Forks Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is The Grinchmas Party in Greenville?
No registration listed; no cost listed. The Grinchmas Party is on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 10 to 10:45 am at Pelham Road Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Christmas Jams in Greenville?
No registration listed; no cost listed. Christmas Jams is on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 6:30 to 7:15 pm at Hughes Main Library (Story Room). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Gingerbread Hunt in Simpsonville?
No registration listed; no cost listed. Gingerbread Hunt is on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 10:30 to 11:15 am at Five Forks Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is A Merry Mauldin Christmas Tree Lighting and Market in Mauldin?
Free entry and parking. A Merry Mauldin Christmas Tree Lighting and Market is on Thursday, December 3, 2026, 5 to 8 pm at Mauldin Outdoor Amphitheater. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is The Grinchmas Party in Simpsonville?
No registration listed; no cost listed. The Grinchmas Party is on Thursday, December 3, 2026, 10 to 10:45 am at Simpsonville Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Breakfast with Santa in Mauldin?
$5 children, $7 adults. Breakfast with Santa is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 9 to 11:30 am at Ray Hopkins Mauldin Senior Center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Mauldin Christmas Parade in Mauldin?
Public street parade; no cost listed. Mauldin Christmas Parade is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2 pm at Holland Road parade route (Golden Strip Career Center to BridgeWay Station). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Reindeer Games in Simpsonville?
No registration listed; no cost listed. Reindeer Games is on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 3:45 to 4:30 pm at Five Forks Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Family Craft Night: Winter Holidays in Simpsonville?
Drop-in; no cost listed. Family Craft Night: Winter Holidays is on Thursday, December 10, 2026, 5 to 7 pm at Five Forks Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Gingerbread House Display and Voting in Travelers Rest?
Drop-in; no cost listed. Gingerbread House Display and Voting is on Thursday, December 10, 2026, 10 am to 8 pm at Travelers Rest Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Holiday Open House in Greenville?
No registration listed; no cost listed. Holiday Open House is on Friday, December 11, 2026, 10 to 11 am at Hughes Main Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Greenville, SC?
Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Greenville, SC Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.
