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GreerView for the Week of October 19, 2026

City of Greer

October 19, 2026

October is packed with plenty of ways to discover Greer.

Artisan Makers Market

Thousands of people enjoyed shopping and strolling in perfect fall weather at this year's Artisan Makers Market in Greer City Park on Saturday. More than 50 vendors sold their handmade products.

Lake Robinson Day

Hundreds of people enjoyed free activities and a chance to learn about the Greer area's clean water source at Greer CPW's Lake Robinson Day on Saturday. Several City of Greer departments used the opportunity to support the event and connect with the community including the Engineering, Public Services, and Fire Departments.

View of Lake Robinson in the background and several people gathered around blue tents on the righthand side. The one in the front says City of Greer Engineering on the canopy. A woman in shorts and a tshirt with gray hair is walking toward the camera

Cops for Tots 2026

Applications are now open for the annual Cops for Tots program put on by the Greer Police Department and the Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association. Follow the links below to fill out an application, donate to the program, and become a business sponsor.

The application window runs from October 19 through November 18, 2026. Children who receive presents through the program must live in the City of Greer.

You can support the program by donating new, unwrapped gifts, contributing money by check or online donation, or by signing up to become a business sponsor.

Donations must be received by December 4 in order for organizers to prepare for the gift distribution event on December 11.

Coming Up

Planning Commission will meet tonight (October 19) at 6:30 p.m. at Greer City Hall. You can view the agenda online.

The City of Greer's Engineering team will host a Transportation Safety Open House on Thursday, October 22 from 5:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m.

Greer Arts & Eats

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Greer Arts & Eats will fill downtown with makers, food vendors, live music, and kids' activities on Saturday, October 24 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Check out our Know Before You Go article for the schedule and some pro tips.

Music Lineup

This year's live music schedule runs from 10:30 a.m. to the last band which will go on at 6:00 p.m.

Here's who's on the schedule:

Trunk or Treat on Trade

Trunk or Treat on Trade is this Sunday (October 25) from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. There are still some open spots for trunks, and organizers still need more candy donations. Check out our Trunk or Treat article for the application link, where to drop off candy, and what you need to know to attend this free, family-friendly event.

Day of the Dead Festival

Mark your calendars for this year's Day of the Dead festival coming up on October 30 at the Center for the Arts. The vibrant celebration of Mexican culture will include dance and music performances, an artist market, and more.

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