Well who knew? I had heard of the Younts Center but never visited there until today. Our younger…read moredaughter took us to a performance of "Groovin'" this afternoon. The Center is remarkable...sleek, clean, sophisticated, well maintained. There is ample parking right on the site.The seating is comfortable and easily located. There is a concession area selling soft drinks and some alcoholic beverages. Upon entering, we were greeted by delightful, fun, friendly volunteers who seemed genuinely glad to have us there! They were cordial and helpful and at the end of the performance, they were truly interested in whether or not we had enjoyed the musical. Some of the volunteers were dressed in attire reminiscent of Sha Na Na and poodle skirts, all to enhance the theme of 50's to 70's music. The performance was excellent. The numbers were rollicking and the energy level exhibited by the performers was over the top. We were encouraged to dance, sing, and participate. This was an uplifting, "get your groove on" kind of event and we thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Afterward, the entertainers were in the lobby to receive our accolades and visit with us. Such a nice touch after knocking themselves out for two hours to entertain us. This was the last performance of this particular show but I'm impressed enough with the Younts Center for the Performing Arts that I'll be checking their schedules to return!

SMALL TOWN, BIG SOUND!…read more Tonight we had tickets to see a performance of First Impressions performed by the Fountain Inn Symphony Orchestra at the Younts Center For Performing Arts. The Center is named for Melvin and Dollie Younts who largely financed the recent renovations of the center. This center was actually an old high-school that has been undergoing renovations for the past three years. It is now a beautiful entertainment venue with very comfortable seating for 416 attendees and great acoustics. My husband and I arrive very early to get the lay of the land and to pick up our "will call" tickets. We were able to access the building at 6:30 but would not be seated until 7:00 for the 7:30 show. In the meantime, we just hung out with the locals and learned a lot about the local area. Fountain Inn has a population of 9,000 residents. They have a small business district that consists of locally owned restaurants that all seem to close down by 9pm, (We tried!). They have just cleared the way for their first chain restaurant, (McDonald's) which will be coming soon. Woo Hoo! I bet the local kids are super excited! We met a couple of the ushers who regularly assist at the venue and they were very impressed by the fact that we were from the Atlanta area and repeatedly thanked us for visiting. They were just so appreciative that we would come to their town when there are much larger venues available. Good music is good music and size does not matter! Tonight's show was conducted by Dr. Michael Moore. As I was enjoying the performance of Beethoven's First Symphony, I actually wondered if there really is such a thing as a bad classical performance. If so, I have never experienced it. The music always transports me to a place of relaxation where I imagine that I am listening to a beautiful score or a flawless professional recording. The second half of the show was a bit more dramatic and featured the very talented trombone artist, Wes Lebo. It was a very nice show and perfectly balanced show and an enjoyable evening. We were surprised when it ended and were left wanting more. It seemed really short to us because we are simply accustomed to major shows and productions that last for at least two and a half hours. We do realize that this is a small town that runs on a different clock. Always leave them wanting more! A performance at the Younts Center is the perfect activity for date night. However, if you want to try one of the local restaurants, you will want to eat first and then attend the performance. Check-out their website to get more information regarding the current season and don't forget to purchase tickets for an upcoming show. ***Support the Arts!

We showed up early for the Napoleon Dynamite meet and greet. We were first in line. The email said…read moreif we arrived after 6 we wouldn't get in. We went in at 6 when they opened the doors and sat as the manager or whoever told us we could not ask for autographs on anything. Major disappointment as the meet and greet said autographs (screenshot of Google results attached - the page is already gone since the event is over). Oh well, we were all in the same boat right? WRONG! A bunch of people arrived late. They missed the part where we were told we couldn't ask for autographs and they all got them! We all followed instructions and arrived early and then followed instructions and didn't ask for autographs while the late people got them. The employees were all great and they tried to help when we found out the late people were getting autographs but the people in charge who took the pictures and told us not to ask? Sorry, but that's just wrong. The website said we would get autographs included and then only the late people got them. This was a birthday gift for my wife. We bought photo mattes to get signed and a shirt. I spent a lot of extra money for photos AND autographs and didn't get what I paid for.

I thought this was a very nice venue. Really easy to access elevators to upper floors.read more

My son has been taking dance here for 2 years. He does hip hop and Nick is a great dance teacher.read more

Pumpkintown, located in upcountry South Carolina just a hoot and a holler from Pickens, Table Rock…read moreState Park and Caesars Head State Park, is home to the world-famous (in South Carolina) Pumpkin Festival on the 2nd Saturday in October. The 2nd Saturday each October, the pumpkins are in the patch, and it is time to celebrate. Spend the day browsing the arts and craft booths, listening to music, and enjoying the day. Don't miss the parade. Bring a chair or blanket Plenty of port a potties, plus the Mennonites had bunches of tables of deserts! Wow! Also over 100 venders and some of the best bluegrass music ever. I encourage everyone to go the the upstate and enjoy! Parking is in a big field about a mile from the festival, and big wagons pulled by a tractor pick you up and drop you off at the festival. Thousands of folks were there. If you have never experienced the hills of the upcountry this should be the first festival on your fall list.

Great festival in a pretty venue at the perfect time of year. Almost reminiscent of Mayberry NC…read more Good music, food, crafts and vendors a plenty. A great way to spend a day with family and friends. Try to go every year.

What an incredible experience at Frank Howard Field in Clemson! The atmosphere was electric, and…read morethe fans were some of the nicest we've ever met -- passionate about their team, but welcoming to visitors. We enjoyed some great food before the game, and the vibe around the stadium was just pure college football magic. The highlight? Watching the Louisville Cardinals beat Clemson and then getting to walk on the field afterward -- unforgettable! Whether you're a Tigers fan or visiting team supporter, this place delivers a first-class game day experience.

Here for George Strait concert coming in from Greeneville and we sat in traffic for OVER TWO HOURS…read moreTO GO 9.5 miles!!! AWFUL! Not SAFE! We left at 4pm still in traffic at 7:11 still thousands of cars in traffic

Came to watch a game since I was in town on business and the hotel was right next to the ballpark…read more The ballpark is new and very well laid out. Entry into the stadium was easy to navigate and efficient. The people, both staff and fans, were all pleasant to interact with. Two things I would improve: The speakers were too loud. While the announcer was funny and entertaining, multiple people were talking about how loud it was. Some even moved from their seats to get some relief. The food is subpar. While the checkout procedure is modern and accommodating for the number of people being served, the quality is very poor. I highly recommend eating beforehand. I had a hamburger, fries, and a soft pretzel. The beef was worse than I've had in the military and the soft pretzel was overcooked so it wasn't really soft. My coworker had some deep fried item that looked like a heart attack waiting to happen.

An amazing experience with fun baseball, electric crowd, a lot of food options and beautiful…read morestadium right in the heart of downtown Spartanburg. Here tonight for Cole Swindell Concert in the outfield. This stadium is bringing so much to Spartanburg. Family fun and great entertainment at affordable prices.

Went to Bon Secours for the Styx, Kevin Cronin Band, And Don Felder Brotherhood of Rock tour…read more Pluses: - easy downtown location. Walked from the Hyatt. - super simple friendly security and ticket checkin. - clean bathrooms - good sight lines and sound from our seats in section 120. Minuses: - concessions were a bit expensive and in some cases really slow as the cashier tried to upsell at every opportunity. - sound system was actually a little too loud. - seat row markers are not very visible. - drink holder was broken on one seat. Overall, a decent venue for a concert ... less intimate than Columbia's Township Auditorium but much better than larger arenas.

Still a great arena! It's been updated in the last couple of years with new seats and concessions,…read moreincluding "markets" where you can shop for individual items. Pricey, but that's to be expected. Very sleek and clean, with lots of friendly employees around to help. The Swamp Rabbit season opener was a lot of fun, despite the loss. Parking is fairly easy in the area. Go now!

It's a lovely small theater, I don't think there's a bad seat in the house. The prices were great…read more The seats had comfortable cushions and you had a little bit of legroom, which is always nice for tall people. It was clean, and the staff was very courteous. I saw Arabian nights and I was just thrilled about the ballet, clothing, and all the wonderful Ballet people, they had lots to keep you entertained. I highly recommend you check out this small gem of a theater.

I took my daughter to Gunter Theatre to see The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. It is located…read moreright on Main Street in downtown Greenville next to the Peace Center. It is a much smaller theatre than the Peace Center, but the show was still well done. We sat right in the front row, for the same price as any other seat in the house. The show was very good, but a tad pricey at $28 for adults and $18 for kids. The show and the experience were great overall and we will likely be back in the future.