Happy December, GVL.

It's beginning to look a lot like quite the festive month, from holiday markets + parades to gingerbread decorating classes. Peep this month's happenings below. ❄️

Wed., Dec. 1-Sun., Dec.5

51st Annual Holiday Fair | Thurs., Dec. 2-Sat., Dec. 4 | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr. | $6+ | Shop with 350+ vendors ranging from Christmas and holiday decor, home and garden, specialty food items, pet supplies, jewelry, and more. 🛍️Ⓟ

Holiday Pop-Up Shop at GCCA | Fri., Dec. 3 | 1-8 p.m. | Greenville Center for Creative Arts, 101 Abney St. | Free | Support Greenville artists while finding original and unique gifts (including ceramics, jewelry, high-quality prints + more) for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Ⓟ

CBT presents The Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville | Fri., Dec. 3-Sun. Dec. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | The Peace Center, 300 South Main St. | Price varies | Considered a must-do for the holiday season, the critically acclaimed production features sets depicting local Greenville scenes and is set to Tchaikovsky’s renowned score. Ⓟ

Holiday Flea | Sat., Dec. 4 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Swamp Rabbit Cafe | Shop unique, local gifts for the holidays.

Poinsettia Christmas Parade | Sat., Dec. 4 | Main Street | 6 p.m. | Kick off the holidays in Greenville with the Poinsettia Christmas Parade

Mon., Dec. 6-Sun., Dec. 12

Italian Wines of Antinori Tasting Event | Mon., Dec. 6 | 7-8:30 p.m. | The Tasting Room of Travelers Rest | $40 | Taste and learn about the wines of Antori, Italy, paired with authentic Italian pastries from Sweet Bites of Italy.
Tues., Dec. 7
Christmas with the Chorale: Handel’s Messiah | Tues., Dec. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | McAlister Auditorium at Furman University | Prices vary | The Greenville Chorale Orchestra and soloists perform “Messiah” by George Frideric Handel, including the iconic “Hallelujah Chorus.”

Pelham Power Hour | Wed., Dec. 8 | 8:30-9:30 a.m. | PuroClean of Greer, 417 S. Buncombe Rd., Ste 2, Greer, SC 29650 | Free | Start your day with networking with fellow Upstate businessmen and women.
Thurs., Dec. 9
Sparkles and Spirits Christmas Party | Thurs., Dec. 9 | 6-9 p.m. | Courtyard by Marriott Clemson, 201 Canoy Ln., Clemson, SC 29631 | Break out your best holiday cocktail attire for a sparkling night of dancing, music, and a silent auction presented by the Clemson Area Chamber of Commerce. 🎄

Singles and Couples Holiday Support Event | Thurs., Dec. 9 | 6:30 p.m. | Board & Brush | Eat, drink and unwind as you create a handmade gift.

Nonprofit Holiday Market Thurs., Dec. 9 | 5-7 p.m. | 525 S. Academy St. | $5 | Purchase gifts that will charm your loved ones while enjoying music and benefiting local charities*

Rocky Horror Christmas Show | Fri., Dec. 10 | 7-11 p.m. | Paper Moon Studios and Workshops, 2415 Old Buncombe Rd., Greenville | Dress up for a shadow cast holiday extravaganza version of Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Flag Football Tournament | Fri., Dec. 10 | Civic Center, 3027 Martin Luther King Junior Blvd., Anderson, SC 29625 | $550 | Get a group of 8 friends for this 8 vs. 8 adult men’s flag football tournament, with a chance to win cash prizes. 🏈

Bad (and Boujee) Santa | Fri., Dec. 10-Sat., Dec. 11 | 6-10 p.m. | UP on the Roof | Celebrate Christmas with holiday cocktails at UP on the Roof.

Park Cleanup: Woodland Way | Sat., Dec. 11 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | 150 Cleveland Park Dr, Greenville, SC 29601 | Help clean up Woodland Way and Woodland Way Circle with the City of Greenville.

The Polar Express Pop-up Event | Sat., Dec. 11 | Elk’s Lodge 858 Greenville | Free entry | Bring the whole family for holiday fun including shopping, kids activities, a pajama contest, giveaways and more. 🚂

Mon., Dec. 13-Sun., Dec. 19

Holiday Reservations at The Press Room | Now-Thurs., Dec. 30 | 5 p.m.-12 a.m. | The Press Room, 315 S Main St. | Price of purchase | Guests can make reservations at the intimate, speakeasy-style cocktail bar + enjoy signature handcrafted cocktails, superior wines and ports, and light fare (open Wed.–Sat.).*
Wed., Dec. 15
A Very Special Christmas with Michael W. Smith and Darci Lynne | Wed., Dec. 15 | 7 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena | $26+ | Get in the holiday spirit with a live christmas show from Grammy winner Michael W. Smith and America’s Got Talent winner Darci Lynne.

Holidays at Paloma | Now-Thurs., Dec. 30 | 4-11 p.m. | Paloma, 315 South Main St. | Price of purchase | Gather with friends and family at Paloma this holiday season and enjoy handcrafted cocktails + delicious shareables while you stay warm sitting by the new patio heaters.*
Thurs., Dec. 16
Women's Wellness Collective: December Meetup | Thurs., Dec. 16 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Green Heart Awakening, 102 East Main St., Pendleton, SC 29670 | $5 | Snack, relax, and socialize with other women and enjoy a mini class on essential oils.

Be a Santa Christmas Gala | Sat., Dec. 18 | 6-11 p.m. | All Occasions Event Hall

Christmas Bazaar | Sun., Dec. 19 | 12-4 p.m. | Greer City Park | Celebrate Christmas with Hispanic traditions and shop local vendors with a Posada Navideña theme.

Sip & Design Christmas Cookie Decorating Class | Sun., Dec. 19 | 2-4 p.m. | $55 | Sip wine while you learn different cookie decorating techniques.

Mon. Dec. 20-Sun., Dec. 26

Sing! An Irish Christmas | Tues., Dec. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Taylors First Baptist Church, 200 West Main St., Taylors, SC 29687 | Irish musicians Keith & Kristyn Getty, featured on the BBC and Trinity Broadcast Network, perform modern carols like In Christ Alone.

Mon., Dec.27-Fri., Dec. 31

Winter Break Cooking Camp | Mon., Dec. 27-Thu., Dec. 30 | Plate 108, 108 E. Poinsett St., Greer SC 29651 | $350 | Kids can spend winter break learning how to make their favorite winter dishes and desserts.

New Year’s Signature Detox Cleanse Sale at Southern Pressed Juicery | Now-Fri., Dec. 31 | 2 W. Washington St. | $40 | Call (864) 729-8626 to order the 6-Juice Cold Pressed Juice Cleanse for in-store pickup between Jan. 1-3, 2022 — includes a free Fat Burner Shot and complimentary insulated cooler.*
Tues., Dec. 28
Deep Dish Pizza Making Class | Tues., Dec. 28 | 6-8 p.m. | The Cook’s Station | $60 | Take a break from holiday cooking to make a homemade pizza in this class. 🍕

Parents Night Out at Trailside Church | Fri., Dec. 31 | 6:30-10 p.m. | Trailside Church, 6711 State Park Rd., Travelers Rest, SC 29690 | Free | Drop the kids off for a movie night, games, and snacks while you enjoy a night out, with coupons for local restaurants and businesses.