{"id":128686,"date":"2024-11-28T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-28T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/?p=128686"},"modified":"2024-11-27T20:48:05","modified_gmt":"2024-11-28T03:48:05","slug":"greenville-south-carolina-christmas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/greenville-south-carolina-christmas\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Does Santa Claus Vacation in December? Greenville, South Carolina, of Course"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"disclaimer\"><em>Go World Travel is reader-supported and may earn a commission from purchases made through links in this piece.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where does Santa go to catch a little break before his big delivery night? Our vote is on Greenville, South Carolina. The city goes all out in December with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/ottawa-skating-the-rideau-canal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ice skating<\/a>, parades, one-of-a-kind shopping and decadent merry foods you won&rsquo;t find anywhere else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do we really think Santa Claus works the entire month of December leading up to Christmas Eve? I&rsquo;m not buying it. There&rsquo;s no way he could get through all he does without a little R and R.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group best-tips-tools-table is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-best-tips-tools-to-plan-your-trip\" style=\"background-color:#0095df\">Best Tips &amp; Tools to Plan Your Trip<\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items78066_eefe5b-d4:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items78066_eefe5b-d4 ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items78066_eefe5b-d4 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88.742-59.396C508.495 491.384 554.968 512 616 512c13.255 0 24-10.745 24-24v-16c0-13.255-10.745-24-24-24-60.817 0-101.542-31.001-119.384-75.361zM192 128h256v87.531l-118.208-37.995a31.995 31.995 0 0 0-19.584 0L192 215.531V128z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Book a local guide at&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/partner.withlocals.com\/c?c=37073&amp;m=12&amp;a=456127&amp;r=&amp;u=%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">WithLocals<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I have an idea where he may head. Maybe with a drink in one hand and some local chocolate in the other. He can enjoy the festivities of the season and even dine in an igloo. Where is this winter wonderland? None other than Greenville, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/top-10-things-to-do-in-charleston\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">South Carolina<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Greenville is an ideal destination in the south of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/9-reasons-visit-united-states\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">United States<\/a>. You can get the complete holiday spirit without some of the winter stresses (harsh weather, crowds). There&rsquo;s an ice skating rink, parades, festive breweries, and plenty of holly jolly foods. Santa is sure to be ready to fill out his big red suit come December 24th after a visit to Greenville.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-smooth-arrival-via-airplane-or-sleigh-to-greenville\">Smooth Arrival via Airplane (or Sleigh) to Greenville<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Cozy-rooftop-views-at-Up-on-the-Roof.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\" alt=\"Cozy rooftop views at Up on the Roof\" class=\"wp-image-128697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Cozy-rooftop-views-at-Up-on-the-Roof.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Cozy-rooftop-views-at-Up-on-the-Roof.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Cozy-rooftop-views-at-Up-on-the-Roof.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-544x306.jpg 544w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Cozy-rooftop-views-at-Up-on-the-Roof.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cozy rooftop views at Up on the Roof. Photo by Mary Farah<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>After a safe landing of his sleigh at Greenville&ndash;Spartanburg International Airport, Santa is ready to check into the <a href=\"https:\/\/tripadvisor.tp.st\/AFUAgSrL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Westin Poinsett<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The striking 12-floor building dates back to 1824 and is one of Greenville&rsquo;s oldest skyscrapers. Once inside, a massive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/7-ways-celebrate-christmas-golden-colorado\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Christmas<\/a> tree adorned with ornaments greets guests. The sight is magical as is the aroma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Westin Poinsett is centrally located to take advantage of downtown Greenville. Since Santa wants to stroll sans reindeer, it&rsquo;s a great location to walk or even bike. He feels right at home in a traditional room. With a cozy king bed, a snooze is tempting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He doesn&rsquo;t dream of sugarplums but rather a plate of tagliatelle. Once awake, he promptly heads to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indacorestaurant.com\/location\/indaco-greenville\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Indaco<\/a>, an inviting Italian restaurant and bar. Indaco is known for hand-made pasta, wood-fired pizzas and cocktails. He can sip and savor while watching folks skate and frolic at Ice on Main, Greenville&rsquo;s ice skating rink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After pasta and a sausage pizza (and maybe Italian red wine), Santa decides to see what a &ldquo;pop-up&rdquo; is. At <a href=\"https:\/\/eatupdrinkup.net\/greenville-sc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Up on the Roof<\/a>, a Greenville favorite for roof-top dining, it means Elf&rsquo;d UP. Santa immediately envisions his staff of elves heading here after a long day at the toy shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Elf&rsquo;d UP is a holiday tradition that transforms the contemporary restaurant and bar into a rooftop abundance of kitsch, neon lights and a galore of giddy Instagram photo ops. Not only that but there&rsquo;s a limited-engagement menu of Fa La La Libations and Mistletoe Munchies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Santa takes a close look at the Cups of Cheer (tipsy hot chocolates). He decides on Rebel Without a Claus (Disaronno velvet cream and toasted marshmallow) as his nightcap to end an appetizing first night in Greenville.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sweet-treats-galore\">Sweet Treats Galore<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-One-of-the-sweet-treat-cases-of-home-baked-goods-at-Old-Europe-Coffee-and-Desserts.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\" alt=\"One of the sweet treat cases of home baked goods at Old Europe Coffee and Desserts\" class=\"wp-image-128699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-One-of-the-sweet-treat-cases-of-home-baked-goods-at-Old-Europe-Coffee-and-Desserts.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-One-of-the-sweet-treat-cases-of-home-baked-goods-at-Old-Europe-Coffee-and-Desserts.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-One-of-the-sweet-treat-cases-of-home-baked-goods-at-Old-Europe-Coffee-and-Desserts.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-544x306.jpg 544w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-One-of-the-sweet-treat-cases-of-home-baked-goods-at-Old-Europe-Coffee-and-Desserts.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">One of the sweet treat cases of home-baked goods at Old Europe Coffee and Desserts. <br>Photo by Mary Farah<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Following a fantastic night&rsquo;s sleep, Santa wakes with breakfast on his mind. He heads to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvillesc.gov\/424\/Explore-Downtown\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Main<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvillesc.gov\/424\/Explore-Downtown\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Street<\/a> and discovers Old Europe Coffee and Desserts. A smorgasbord of freshly made desserts welcome him. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are cakes like German chocolate, opera and lemon Bavarian, macarons in every color, and even better? A good half of the bakery case is gluten-free or vegan. Santa loves when shops include a variety of choices for everyone on his list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After mingling with locals over a latte and a few slices of said cakes, it&rsquo;s time for Santa to do some shopping. He can&rsquo;t return to the North Pole empty-handed and he knows the reindeer are expecting treats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He begins at some beloved Greenville boutiques. Vintage Now Modern is the shop to stop at for eclectic home decor, antiques, jewelry, and locally crafted baubles. While over at Mast General Store, there&rsquo;s Greenville licensed apparel, necessities, and an impressive candy barrel collection. <\/p>\n\n\n<p><\/p><center><script async src=\"https:\/\/tp.media\/content?currency=usd&amp;trs=174048&amp;shmarker=367376&amp;powered_by=true&amp;locale=en&amp;destination=24778&amp;lowest_price=&amp;highest_price=&amp;min_lines=5&amp;color_button=%23346A6C&amp;promo_id=5850&amp;campaign_id=47\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/center>\n\n\n\n<p>Santa grabs some souvenirs (and saltwater taffy) and is fascinated to learn Mast was once the sole store in downtown Greenville.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thinking about how perfect popcorn is for a stocking stuffer, he heads to Poppington&rsquo;s Gourmet Popcorn. Holiday flavors like toffee and Winter Love (cotton candy and marshmallow) jump off the shelves and after a sample, he can understand why. The cinema snack staple bursts with true-to-its-name flavor. None of them taste artificial but rather a subtle seasoning of holiday essence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next up he heads to River Street Sweets. The Savannah, Georgia-based company is celebrating 50 years in business so Santa knows they&rsquo;re doing something right. The sweet shop prepares its world-famous pralines in-house every day. If that&rsquo;s not enough to entice, the boutique is filled with beautifully arranged candy baskets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-time-for-a-festive-lunch\">Time For a Festive Lunch<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-A-festive-lunch-at-Southernside-Brewing-Co.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\" alt=\"A festive lunch at Southernside Brewing Co\" class=\"wp-image-128694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-A-festive-lunch-at-Southernside-Brewing-Co.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-A-festive-lunch-at-Southernside-Brewing-Co.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-A-festive-lunch-at-Southernside-Brewing-Co.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-544x306.jpg 544w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-A-festive-lunch-at-Southernside-Brewing-Co.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A festive lunch at Southernside Brewing Co. Photo by Mary Farah<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Since he&rsquo;s still got a few pounds to put on for that suit, he decides to grab lunch and drinks at <a href=\"https:\/\/southernsidebrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Southernside Brewing Co<\/a>. Santa keeps hearing that their winter wonderland magic can get even the Grinch in the mood. Holiday cheer mood, that is. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He will check it out for himself. And maybe grab a themed cocktail in a Santa cup. Apparently, they&rsquo;re known for putting on the kitsch this time of year with ugly fun mugs and festive takes on booze-y drinks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their menu of American classics like burgers and fries is just what the Merry Man is craving, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as he enters the parking lot, it&rsquo;s clear they love Christmas. Decorations, lights, life-size Santa and reindeer mannequins, and anything else Christmas you can think of, Southernside has it displayed. Santa is going to keep this brewery in mind for the New Year&rsquo;s party since it&rsquo;s family-friendly and fun for everybody who visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-yuletide-magic-at-escape-artist-greenville-south-carolina\">Yuletide Magic at Escape Artist Greenville South Carolina<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Arriving-to-Escape-Artist-Greenville.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\" alt=\"Arriving to Escape Artist Greenville.\" class=\"wp-image-128696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Arriving-to-Escape-Artist-Greenville.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Arriving-to-Escape-Artist-Greenville.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Arriving-to-Escape-Artist-Greenville.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-544x306.jpg 544w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Arriving-to-Escape-Artist-Greenville.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Arriving at Escape Artist Greenville. Photo by Mary Farah<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Have you ever done an escape room? Santa is very confused at this concept but after some drinks and grub, decides to give it a whirl. He heads to <a href=\"https:\/\/escapeartistgreenville.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Escape Artist <\/a>Greenville. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The local experience has been named the #1 Fun Thing to do in Greenville and a Top 10 in the USA Today&rsquo;s Reader Choice Awards among many other accolades. They offer 10 &ldquo;escapes&rdquo; for parties to select from. One of the most popular is Yuletide Magic which is available year-round and, of course, what Santa picks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once &ldquo;locked&rdquo; inside the escape room, participants learn their story. For Yuletide Magic, it&rsquo;s Christmas Eve and a snowstorm has wrecked your plans and delayed your guests. It&rsquo;s up to you to work some &ldquo;magic&rdquo; at the escape room or Christmas just won&rsquo;t happen this year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since Santa has been in so many stories with similar plot lines, he loves the chance to test out his quick thinking and attempt to save the day. After such hard work, he looks forward to his dinner reservation in an igloo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dinner-in-an-igloo\">Dinner in an Igloo<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Dinner-in-a-private-igloo-at-Juniper.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\" alt=\"Dinner in a private igloo at Juniper\" class=\"wp-image-128698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Dinner-in-a-private-igloo-at-Juniper.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Dinner-in-a-private-igloo-at-Juniper.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Dinner-in-a-private-igloo-at-Juniper.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-544x306.jpg 544w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-Dinner-in-a-private-igloo-at-Juniper.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dinner in a private igloo at Juniper. Photo by Mary Farah<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Santa keeps hearing that no visit to Greenville, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/myrtle-beach-south-carolina-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">South Carolina<\/a> is complete until you dine at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.junipergvl.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Juniper<\/a>. During the holidays, the cosmopolitan restaurant offers igloo rentals to enhance your holiday dining. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each private igloo has chairs, heating and blankets. With an incredible view of the skyline from the rooftop to boot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Santa makes himself cozy and zeros in on the enticing menu. Wagyu strip, crab cakes, and corzetti with duck ragu all catch his eye. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Juniper is known for their exquisite farm-to-table plates and Santa cannot think of a better place to end his evening. He decides to truly ring in the season and order both some dessert wines and a pavlova. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He hates to admit it, but he thinks Mrs. Claus could take some pointers from Juniper&rsquo;s decadent desserts.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns128686_03a081-e2{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:flex-start;align-items:center;}.kt-btns128686_03a081-e2 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns128686_03a081-e2 .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns128686_03a081-e2 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns128686_03a081-e2 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns128686_03a081-e2 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns128686_03a081-e2 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns128686_03a081-e2 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns128686_03a081-e2 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn kb-buttons-wrap kb-btns128686_03a081-e2\"><style>ul.menu .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn128686_c62a23-fc.kb-button{width:initial;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn .kb-btn128686_c62a23-fc.kb-button{background:var(--global-palette1, #3182CE);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-btn128686_c62a23-fc.kb-button .kb-svg-icon-wrap{display:block;}}<\/style><a class=\"kb-button kt-button button kb-btn128686_c62a23-fc kt-btn-size-standard kt-btn-width-type-auto kb-btn-global-fill kt-btn-has-text-true kt-btn-has-svg-false wp-block-kadence-singlebtn\" href=\"https:\/\/tripadvisor.tp.st\/QNkeYmwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><span class=\"kt-btn-inner-text\">best hotels in Greenville, south carolina<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-one-more-stroll-through-greenville\">One More Stroll Through Greenville<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-The-gorgeous-Falls-Park.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\" alt=\"The gorgeous Falls Park.\" class=\"wp-image-128701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-The-gorgeous-Falls-Park.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-The-gorgeous-Falls-Park.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-The-gorgeous-Falls-Park.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-544x306.jpg 544w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-The-gorgeous-Falls-Park.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The gorgeous Falls Park. Photo by Mary Farah<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Santa awakes after that merry evening in a festive haze. He&rsquo;s still dreaming of food, candy, wine and anything that goes in the belly. It&rsquo;s been excellent in Greenville. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mrs. Claus is texting that it&rsquo;s time to fly home. He knows it&rsquo;s inevitable and is looking forward to his big night of toy deliveries. But he needs just one more stroll in this magical city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He heads to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/en-us\/hotels\/gspak-grand-bohemian-lodge-greenville-autograph-collection\/overview\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Grand Bohemian Lodge<\/a>. The breathtaking resort is situated in the heart of Falls Park and offers a unique experience for its visitors. The lodge is home to the annual Greenville Christmas Market and Santa manages to find room in his bag to grab a few more gifts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The market features local artisans selling goods like honey, candles, olive oils, coffee and more through the holiday season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While browsing, Santa hears of Greenville&rsquo;s Festival of Trees. Celebrating its 39th year, the Festival of Trees brings together local florists, schools and organizations to sponsor and decorate over 50 trees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They all are put on display at the Hyatt Regency and Courtyard by Marriott. Funds raised support the Graduate Medical Education program which ensures much-needed medical staff are available locally should a national shortage strike. The entries are beautiful and even give him some ideas for the North Pole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-until-next-time-greenville\">Until Next Time, Greenville<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-south-Carolina-Getting-the-festivities-started-right-with-a-merry-cocktail-at-Southerside-Brewing-Co.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\" alt=\"Getting the festivities started right with a merry cocktail at Southerside Brewing Co.\" class=\"wp-image-128700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-south-Carolina-Getting-the-festivities-started-right-with-a-merry-cocktail-at-Southerside-Brewing-Co.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-south-Carolina-Getting-the-festivities-started-right-with-a-merry-cocktail-at-Southerside-Brewing-Co.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-south-Carolina-Getting-the-festivities-started-right-with-a-merry-cocktail-at-Southerside-Brewing-Co.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2-544x306.jpg 544w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Greenville-south-Carolina-Getting-the-festivities-started-right-with-a-merry-cocktail-at-Southerside-Brewing-Co.-Photo-by-Mary-Farah-2.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Getting the festivities started right with a merry cocktail at Southernside Brewing Co. Photo by Mary Farah<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>As Santa flies his sleigh home to the North Pole, he turns back to give <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/greenville-is-more-than-just-a-pretty-face\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Greenville<\/a> one more look. He&rsquo;s so thankful to have found such a jolly city in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/guide-to-travel-in-the-united-states-of-america\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">United States<\/a>. He might even contemplate how to make a quick pit stop during his big work night coming up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you make your way to Greenville for the holiday season, keep a lookout as he may just be hanging around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-read-more\">Read More:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-related-links yoast-seo-related-links\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/greenville-is-more-than-just-a-pretty-face\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Greenville is More Than Just a Pretty Face<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/paddling-adventures-asheville-nc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Three Fun Paddling Adventures Near Asheville, NC<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/downtown-roswell-georgia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Charming Downtown Roswell, Georgia: A True Southern Experience<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/holiday-destinations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 Magical Holiday Destinations to Celebrate the Season<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goworldtravel.com\/visit-queen-mary-in-long-beach-california\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Royal Lady: The Queen Mary Reigns in Long Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Bio: <\/strong><em>Mary Farah is a Los Angeles-based freelance travel writer. She&rsquo;s written on her blog, Along Comes Mary, since 2012. Her work can be found in various online outlets including FWT Magazine, Palm Springs Preferred Small Hotels, Ventura County Mom Collective, and GoWorld Travel.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Mary is a proud member of IFWTWA, the International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association. A former executive board member, she currently serves on their conference and editorial committees. When she&rsquo;s not writing or traveling, her favorite place to be is with her husband, daughter, and their two dogs.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Experience the holiday magic in Greenville, South Carolina. 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