Second Saturdays in Downtown Tryon
Enjoy exploring the many shops and galleries in downtown Tryon. Many of the galleries have special demonstrations. Grab a bite to eat at from a great selection of foods – from sandwiches to ice cream.
Opening Reception at Upstairs Artspace
An opening reception and artist talk with Tema Stauffer will take place on Sunday, June 9, from 2:30-4:30pm at Upstairs Artspace. Tema is a photographer whose work examines the social, economic and cultural landscape of American spaces. Her exhibit “Analogues: North & South” will be on display through August...
“The Last Five Years” Musical at Tryon Fine Arts Center Pavilion
Tryon based theater group, Shakespeare & Friends, presents Jason Robert Brown’s musical “The Last Five Years.” The performance takes place in the Pavilion. This show is an emotionally powerful and intimate musical about two young New Yorker’s who fall in and out of love over the course of five years, the show’s unconventional structure consists of Cathy, the woman, telling her story backwards while Jamie, the man, tells his story chronologically. Tickets are $20 and available at: https://tryonarts.org/event/the-last-5-years/ Show runs 6/13-6/15 at 7:30pm and 6/16 at...
Rodeo at FENCE
The Rodeo is coming to town! June 14 & 15 the gates open at 6pm for bull riding, saddle bronc riding, cowgirls breakaway roping, team roping, barrel racing, & tie down roping. Grab a seat early before the show starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are available at the gate upon arrival and are $15/adults & kids 10 and under are free. There will be thrilling bull riding, fast-paced barrel racing, and impressive roping skills on display. Bring the whole family to experience the excitement and cheer on your favorite cowboys and cowgirls. The mechanical bull will be onsite offering rides for a small fee. Delicious food vendors will be available, offering everything from classic barbecue to sweet treats. FENCE will be offering delicious hamburgers and hot dogs! Don’t forget to explore the local craft stalls and enjoy the live music by PAC Jam bringing the energy high before the...
“Bye Bye Birdie” by Tryon Little Theater
Tryon Little Theater presents Bye Bye Birdie at Tryon Fine Arts Center. Tickets are $10/adults & $5/students and are available at:https://tltinfo.org/ The play’s book was influenced when Elvis Presley was drafted in the Army in 1957. The rock star’s name, “Conrad Birdie’ is word play on the name of country music legend Conway Twitty. Presley and Twitty were rock n’ roll rivals in the 1950s. The original Broadway production was a Tony Award-winning success. The show has become a popular production for youth due to its variable cast size and large portion of ensemble...
Free Concert at Holy Cross Episcopal Church
Free concert at Holy Cross Episcopal Church by Rutherford Chamber Consort. The music will feature works of Beethoven, Faure, and Debussy. The Rutherford Chamber Consort will present “Melody Walks in Royal Gardens” on Sunday, June 2, at 3 p.m. at Holy Cross Episcopal Church. The program is free and open to the public ...
Opening Reception at Tryon Arts & Crafts School
Tryon Arts & Crafts School (TACS) is thrilled to present a public opening reception on Friday, May 31, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The reception will feature “Illustration, A Glance Back,” a solo exhibition featuring original works by renowned illustrator Kevin Sprouls and the unveiling of Janet Orselli’s highly anticipated site-specific art installation, “Precious Things”. Both exhibits will be open to the general public from June 1 to July 19. The Friday evening reception will also feature a handcrafted jewelry sale hosted by TACS’ instructors and students. Complimentary refreshments will be...
Jewelry Sale at Tryon Arts and Crafts School
Enjoy a two day jewelry sale made by local artists on Friday, May 31 from 6-8pm and Saturday, June 1 from 9am-1pm. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the remodeling of the Jewelry Studio. For more information contact 828-859-8323 or visit...
Artist Book Signing at the Book Shelf Bookstore
Author, Drew Hines, will sign his new book, “Hidden History of the Dark Corner” on Friday, May 24, from 5-7pm. The book is a collection of historical accounts, anecdotes and character sketches from that section of northern Greenville County traditionally known as the Dark Corner. The Book Shelf Bookstore is located at 17 South Trade St., Tryon,...
Annual Yard Sale at Tryon Arts & Crafts School
Shop at the annual yard sale and purchase unique items created by local artists. WHEN: Friday, Friday, August 2 from 10am-6pm and Saturday, August 3 from 8am-1pm WHERE: Tryon Arts & Crafts School (main building and surrounding outdoor areas) 373 Harmon Field Rd. Tryon WHAT: TACS invites collectors, thrifters, and bargain hunters to the School’s Yard Sale fundraiser! This year’s sale will be held in our main building, once again, with larger items in the outer walkways by our main entrance. *All proceeds of the sale will go toward the operations and art education programs of Tryon Arts & Crafts School, a nonprofit organization serving the extended Polk County area. *Payment Methods: Cash, check, card...