Good morning, Spartanburg.

Taste of Black Weekend 2026 celebrates Black culture, food and entrepreneurship with three events scheduled from today through May 31 in Spartanburg.

The festivities include The Black Ball (at Indigo Hall), a Food Festival at Barnet Park and the Creative’s Connect Monologue Slam at Indigo Hall.

Camp WaBak Observation Deck in Mariatta reopened with a restored 30-minute trail after Hurricane Helene, Simpsonville’s Heritage Park fair showcased new rides until May 24 — and downtown Greenville’s The Juhl now offers custom cocktails for adults.

Spartanburg Philharmonic will honor Kristin Scott Benson and Miles Hoffman on Thursday, June 11 at the Barrett Room in Downtown Spartanburg Library — music lovers may join the free event from 4 to 5 p.m. to celebrate local musical heritage.

Today, Baba Nam opens a Mediterranean street food spot in historic downtown while King of Fire Pizza’s food truck makes its upstate debut at Ware Shoals Catfish Festival; the Children's Museum of the Upstate is launching a German market exhibit this weekend (featuring fairy-tale activities for kids).

Spartanburg County Emergency Management said residents within a half-mile of Floyd Road and its Extension were told to evacuate after a utility crew hit a gas line, causing a leak; crews worked to shut it off, and programs at Charles Lea Center Main Campus moved to the Ingles parking lot.

A competitive pickleball tournament kicks off at Va-Du-Mar McMillan Park Saturday, May 30 at 8 a.m. and continues Sunday, May 31, drawing players, families, and fans as part of Spartanburg County’s growing sports-tourism scene.

Southside Christian won its fifth straight state championship today after CJ Aubuchon hit the game-winning run + Jacob Wiggs recorded the final out in an 8-7 3A win over Oceanside.

KC and The Sunshine Band Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Tickets available through Ticketmaster — Dance to the legendary sounds of KC and The Sunshine Band, the founder of the dance revolution.

Cancer Survivors Day Celebration

2-4 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Free admission — Celebrate the courage and perseverance of cancer survivors with food, music, and fun activities.

City of Spartanburg's Music on Main

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Morgan Square — Free entry — Experience the hottest bands while enjoying community spirit in downtown Spartanburg.

Taking Back Sunday Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with legendary rock band Taking Back Sunday in the heart of Spartanburg.

UnderCover Jazz Performance

6-9 p.m. — Fretwell — Free entry — Enjoy smooth jazz covers and arrangements of popular tunes by the local group Undercover Jazz.

Garrison Keillor Concert

6-9 p.m. — Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy an enchanting evening of storytelling and music with Garrison Keillor.

Jill Sprague & The Daylight Concert

6-9 p.m. — Fretwell — $10 — Experience an evening of local Folk Rock/Americana melodies performed by Jill Sprague and her band.