Christmas Decorations are going up all across the city of greer including downtown businesses

With a toy drive, chili cook-off, and holiday decorations going up downtown, there's a lot to get you in the holiday spirit in Greer this week.

The Greer Police Department is gearing up for the 37th annual Cops for Tots event. Organizers are accepting new, unwrapped gift donations in the lobby of the Police Department at 102 S. Main Street through December 4th. You can also donate by check or online.

Over the past 37 years, this program has helped thousands of kids receive Christmas presents.

"This is a very expensive program to run, and 100% of these resources come from our community," Chief Matt Hamby of the Greer Police Department said.

Cops for Tots event officer helping children pick out toys

For more on how to donate visit the Cops for Tots landing page.

Dedication at Stevens Field

Family, friends and city leaders gathered this week to honor Charlton "Butch" Miller, an athlete, coach and mentor who made a lasting impact on the Greer community. On Tuesday, they unveiled a plaque dedicating the basketball courts at Stevens Field to Miller.

Image of butch miller dedication in the City of Greer unveiling the plaque in his honorImage of the plaque that was dedicated to butch miller at event

Christmas Decorations

If you’ve been downtown lately, you’ve probably noticed holiday lights, garland and decorations starting to go up.

Giant Christmas Bulbs were installed downtown on Trade StreetSparkling gold reindeer with Santa  hat in City park

City crews will keep decorating throughout the week.

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Chili Cook-off

As the weather gets colder, warm up with a spicy competition at the annual Greer Chili Cook-off. The fundraiser benefits the Greer Farmers Market and is expected to feature more than 45 vendors.

The cook-off happens on November 15th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Greer City Park. Get more details on the Greer Farmers Market homepage.

City Council Workshop and Meeting

On Tuesday at 5:30 p.m., City Council will host a workshop on the use of the Flock Safety system in Greer. The workshop is open to the public. The regularly scheduled meeting will follow at 6:30 p.m.

View the agendas for the workshop and City Council meetings.

Last Greer Alive! of 2026

Don't miss the final Greer Alive! event of the year. It takes place on November 13th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Guest can enjoy live music, local vendors and Great food.

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