For residents and visitors of Greenville, SC, the start of the fall season begins with one event—Fall for Greenville. This cherished festival has become the unofficial start of fall in the region, bringing together food, music, and local culture for a celebration that’s as much a tradition as it is an event. In fact, Fall for Greenville is so beloved that it has earned a prestigious spot in the Top 10 Best Fall Festivals in the U.S. by USA Today! Check out the rest of the winners below:
Top 10 Fall Festivals in the U.S. according to USA Today.
- West Side Nut Club Fall Festival - Evansville, Indiana
A quirky and delicious celebration filled with unique foods and family-friendly activities. - Día de los Muertos - Mesilla - Mesilla, New Mexico
A cultural festivity honoring the Mexican Day of the Dead with vibrant altars, traditional foods, and live performances. - Jack Pine Glass Pumpkin Festival - Laurelville, Ohio
Marvel at the intricate glass-blown pumpkins while enjoying craft vendors and food. - Seven Springs Autumnfest - Seven Springs, Pennsylvania
A classic autumn experience with live entertainment, craft vendors, and the backdrop of scenic mountain views. - Fall for Greenville - Greenville, South Carolina
A foodie’s paradise with over 45 restaurants showcasing their finest dishes, along with live music and local craft beers. - Trailing of the Sheep Festival - Hailey, Idaho
A unique festival celebrating Idaho’s sheep herding heritage with parades, food, and storytelling. - Silver Lake Sand Dunes Apple and BBQ Festival - Mears, Michigan
Where apples meet BBQ for a delicious festival with sand dunes as a picturesque backdrop. - Warrens Cranberry Festival - Warrens, Wisconsin
Explore the cranberry bogs and enjoy a celebration of all things cranberry! - Verona Fall Fest - Verona, Wisconsin
A family-friendly festival with live music, food trucks, and a pumpkin patch. - Harvest Moon Festival - Ely, Minnesota
A cozy celebration of the harvest season with craft vendors, local foods, and a celebration of Ely’s artistic community.
What makes Fall for Greenville special isn’t just the food (although that’s certainly a huge part of it!). It’s the sense of community, the gathering of people from all over the Upstate and beyond to celebrate together in the heart of downtown Greenville. As one of the largest free admission festivals in the Southeast, it features live music from local and regional artists, activities for the whole family, and a massive variety of foods to sample. Mark your calendars for this year's Fall for Greenville (October 11-13, 2024) and celebrate the best of what the season—and the Upstate—have to offer!
