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Greenville things to do in November 2026 include Clemson home games on Nov 14 and Nov 28, Swamp Rabbits theme nights on Nov 7, 10, 21 and 22, daily zoo and children’s museum hours, and free downtown parking over Thanksgiving weekend. Ice on Main opens in December, not November.
| Event | When | Where | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson vs. Georgia Tech (Senior Day) | Sat, Nov 14 (time TBA) | Memorial Stadium, Clemson | Not published on the schedule page |
| Swamp Rabbits: Star Wars Night | Sat, Nov 7, 7:05 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Greenville | Not published on the promo schedule |
| Swamp Rabbits: School Day game | Tue, Nov 10, 10:30 a.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Greenville | Not published on the promo schedule |
| Swamp Rabbits: Faith & Family Day | Sat, Nov 21, 4:05 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Greenville | Not published on the promo schedule |
| Swamp Rabbits: Peanuts Day | Sun, Nov 22, 3:05 p.m. | Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Greenville | Not published on the promo schedule |
| Clemson vs. South Carolina (Palmetto Series) | Sat, Nov 28 (time TBA) | Memorial Stadium, Clemson | See the Palmetto Bowl guide |
| Greenville Zoo | Open daily, closed Thanksgiving | Greenville | $15 adults, $12 children 3-12 |
| Children’s Museum of the Upstate | Tue-Sun, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Greenville | $20; $15 SC residents |
Week by week
Saturday, November 7: Star Wars Night with the Swamp Rabbits
The Greenville Swamp Rabbits, the ECHL team that plays at Bon Secours Wellness Arena (650 North Academy Street), turn their November 7 home game into Star Wars Night. The team says fans can bring lightsabers and meet Star Wars characters. Friday and Saturday games start at 7:05 p.m. unless the schedule says otherwise, and the promotion list says dates, times and promotions can change. Ticket prices are not on that page; see the team’s promotional schedule.
Tuesday, November 10: School Day game
A 10:30 a.m. weekday game built for school groups; the team expects more than 10,000 Upstate students. It is a morning game on a school day, so it suits groups and homeschool families more than a family weekend plan. Details are on the Swamp Rabbits promotional schedule.
Saturday, November 14: Clemson vs. Georgia Tech
Clemson hosts Georgia Tech for Senior Day at Memorial Stadium in Clemson. The schedule shows the kickoff time as to be announced and links to tickets and tailgate booking. Check Clemson’s schedule for the time once it is set.
Saturday, November 21 and Sunday, November 22: Faith & Family Day and Peanuts Day
Faith & Family Day on Nov 21 starts at 4:05 p.m. with music and activities from Upstate churches. On Sunday, Nov 22 the Swamp Rabbits celebrate Thanksgiving with Charlie Brown and the Peanuts characters, with a screening of the movie after the game. Sunday games start at 3:05 p.m. unless noted. Both are on the Swamp Rabbits promotional schedule.
Thursday, November 26 through Sunday, November 29: Thanksgiving weekend downtown
The City of Greenville lists free parking in its garages on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday, and free parking on Small Business Saturday and Sunday (Nov 28 and 29) in the West End lots and on Main Street. The Greenville Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving. On Saturday, Nov 28, Clemson hosts South Carolina in the Palmetto Series; see the Palmetto Bowl guide.
Open all month
Greenville Zoo. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Nov 2 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily from Nov 3, with last admission at 4 p.m.; it is closed on Thanksgiving. Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for children 3 to 12 and seniors 65 and older, and free for children 2 and under. Its Special Events page lists Boo in the Zoo (which ran in October) and a Member Appreciation Night; no November event dates were published. See the zoo hours and ticket prices.
Children’s Museum of the Upstate. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Mondays from August through May. General admission is $20 per person, $15 for South Carolina residents, $12 for educators, military and seniors, and $5 with a Museums for All card; children under 1 and members are free. Parking is in the Heritage Green deck, which the museum does not run. See plan your visit.
Just after November
The City of Greenville’s holiday page lists the Night of Lights tree lighting on Friday, Dec 4 (5:30 to 7:30 p.m., free), the Poinsettia Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec 5 at 6:30 p.m. and the TD Saturday Market holiday edition on Saturday, Dec 12, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. United Community Ice on Main is listed as coming in December 2026. Details: City of Greenville holiday happenings.
More ideas are on the Upstate events page; plans for this Saturday are in this weekend’s guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ice on Main open in November?
Not according to the City of Greenville: its holiday page lists United Community Ice on Main as “Coming December 2026” and does not give an opening date. The rink’s pricing page still shows last season’s holiday dates, so check the city page before you plan a skate.
Where can kids go indoors in Greenville?
The Children’s Museum of the Upstate is open Tuesday through Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and closed Mondays from August through May. General admission is $20, with $15 for South Carolina residents and $5 with a Museums for All card (EBT, SNAP or eWIC). Paid parking in the Heritage Green deck is $1 per half hour after the first 30 minutes, up to $5 a day.
What are the Greenville Zoo hours in November?
Through Monday, Nov 2 the zoo is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; from Tuesday, Nov 3 it switches to 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Last admission is at 4 p.m. and the zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov 26. Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for children 3 to 12 and for seniors 65 and older, and free for children 2 and under.
Is parking free in downtown Greenville at Thanksgiving?
Yes. The City says parking is free in all City-owned garages on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday, and free on Small Business Saturday and Sunday, Nov 28 and 29, including the West End lots and on Main Street.
When are the Clemson home games in November?
Clemson hosts Georgia Tech on Saturday, Nov 14 (Senior Day) and South Carolina on Saturday, Nov 28 (IPTAY Day and the Palmetto Series). Kickoff times were not yet announced when we checked. Our Palmetto Bowl guide covers the Nov 28 game.
Keep planning
- Upstate events
- Upstate state parks
- Columbia events in November
- Charleston events in November
- South Carolina festivals and fairs
- Greenville events in December
- All South Carolina events
Sources
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