What to Expect at Fall for Greenville 2025

Get ready—Fall for Greenville is back on Main Street for its 44th year! Greenville’s biggest food and music festival is back this October, and this year brings a few important changes. Here’s your guide to enjoying Fall for Greenville 2025.

Festival Dates and Hours

• Thursday, Oct. 9 – 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• Friday, Oct. 10 – Noon to 10 p.m.

• Saturday, Oct. 11 – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• Sunday, Oct. 12 – Noon to 7 p.m.

What to Expect at Fall for Greenville

Music and Entertainment

Live music is a huge part of the festival. This year, more than 85 performers will play across seven stages. The lineup includes national headliners, regional acts, and plenty of local talent. All concerts are included with your entry.

If you want a quieter experience, grab food earlier in the day. By evening, the stages draw large crowds and Main Street gets lively.  For the full lineup, click here.

Kids’ Area

Families will find plenty to do at the T-Mobile Kids’ Area on East Broad Street. It will open Friday at 5 p.m. and stay open for the rest of the weekend.

Rides include:

• Fun Slide

• Wacky Slide

• Swings

• Toddler Town

Tickets cost $1 each, and rides range from 1–5 tickets. Some height restrictions apply, so check before buying.

Food Vendors

The highlight of Fall for Greenville is the food. More than 60 restaurants will serve up over 340 menu items, and 10 restaurants are new this year. Expect everything from Southern barbecue and fried favorites to international dishes and sweet treats. Here's the full list of food vendors.

Pro tip: With so many options, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Choose a few must-try dishes ahead of time.

Food and Drink Prices

Budgeting ahead can save you time. Here’s what you can expect:

• Beer: $5 (Beer Garden: $6)

• Wine: $5 (Wine Garden: $8)

• Pepsi products: $2

• Kids’ rides: $1–$5

• Food menu items: $1–$10

Beer and Wine Gardens

Two major spots will feature more than 100 drink options combined. Both gardens open at noon on Friday and run through the weekend.

• GSP Wine Garden (Village Green): Over 50 wines. Opens Friday at noon.

  • 7 oz pour: $8

  • Tasting cup: $2

  • Samples (2 oz): $2 each

• Spinx Beer Garden (East McBee St.): Over 50 local, regional, and national craft beers. Opens Friday at noon.

  • 12 oz pour: $6

  • Tasting cup: $2

  • Samples (4 oz): $2 each

Alcohol Wristbands

Planning to enjoy beer or wine? You’ll need to buy a $1 alcohol wristband each day. Bring a valid ID when purchasing. Wristbands are available at the Spinx Beer Garden, the GSP Wine Garden, or designated wristband booths throughout the festival.

Ticketless Transactions

This year, the festival is going completely ticketless. Vendors will now accept credit and debit cards directly at the point of sale.

Festival gift cards are also available for pre-purchase through October 8. For every $50 you buy, you’ll get a $5 bonus. They work like a regular card and can be used at any vendor.

Only brought cash? Visit a cash conversion tent to load funds onto a festival cash card. These are free to set up, but non-refundable, and can only be used through the end of the event.

Parking and Transportation

Downtown parking garages will be open all weekend. Rates vary by location, but expect to pay $6–$10.

If you’re biking, take advantage of the Bike valet services, sponsored by Bike Walk Greenville. It’s located on the Swamp Rabbit Trail under the Main Street Bridge and will be open Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 7 p.m.

Rideshare pickup zones will also be marked downtown, which can be easier than trying to navigate the garages during peak times.

Parking availability can be viewed online through the City of Greenville’s website.

Weather Policy

Fall for Greenville is a rain or shine event. No refunds are issued if the weather turns bad, so pack an umbrella or poncho just in case.

Tips for a Smooth Visit

• Go early to avoid long lines at the most popular food vendors.

• If you can avoid driving there yourself, do so. Parking is quite challenging. If you must drive, find parking a few blocks away from the venue.

• Wear comfortable shoes. You’ll be walking several blocks between vendors and stages.

• Split dishes with friends. It’s the best way to sample more food.

• Check the music lineup in advance. Plan your food runs around the performances you don’t want to miss.

Fall for Greenville 2025 promises four days filled with food, drinks, and live music in the heart of downtown. With ticketless payments, expanded drink selections, and dozens of new menu items, it’s an event worth planning for. Whether you’re coming for the food, the music, or a family-friendly outing, this year’s festival will have something for everyone.