Village Launch Block Party
2026-05-02 12:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Village Launch Market, 1225 Pendleton Street, Greenville, SC, 29611, United States
Stop by our Mill Village Block Party for some fun for the whole family! Grab a bite to eat from one of our many food vendors and trucks, then shop at over 20 vendors at our Village Launch Market. We’ll have a FREE petting zoo, children’s activities, and a few surprises to help celebrate Mother’s Day! You won’t want to miss this!

Science Cafe
2026-05-04 17:00 - 18:30 | M. Judson Booksellers, 130 South Main Street, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
Topic: “Own the Shift: From Concept to Reality in Business and Career”
In today’s environment, career paths and businesses are no longer linear: they are shaped through intentional pivots, experimentation, and ownership. This session explores how women in organizations and in business can move from idea to execution while simultaneously redefining their professional identity. Through a short speech and guided discussion, participants will reflect on what it truly takes to “own the shift” and turn uncertainty into momentum.
The session will be facilitated by Anastasia Mizitova, SCP, PCC, CEO of Talent14, global speaker, and author of Your Career Your Way. She has built and leads global business initiatives, serves as SHRM faculty, and previously served on the SHRM Board at HRVA. Anastasia is also an executive coach with Blanchard, bringing a practical, real-world perspective on career growth, leadership, and transformation.
Questions for discussion:
– What shift are you currently navigating in your career or business — and what makes it challenging to fully own it?
– Think of a time when you successfully moved an idea forward. What specifically helped you turn that concept into action?
– Who are the 2–3 types of people or connections that make the biggest difference when bringing an idea to life?
– How do you know when it’s time to pivot your business idea?

Empowering Entrepreneurship
2026-05-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Avenue, 110 E Court St Suite 600, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
A celebration of Small Business Week and the achievements of entrepreneurs and community champions.

CommunityWorks is excited to host our Second Annual Empowering Entrepreneurship event on Wednesday, May 6th, at Avenue in downtown Greenville, SC. Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate Small Business Week 2026 and recognize the resilience, innovation, and impact of local entrepreneurs and community champions. This special event will feature food, drinks, networking, and an awards ceremony honoring outstanding small businesses and organizations that are making a difference in our community.
We welcome entrepreneurs, community members, partners, and supporters to attend as we come together to recognize the vital role small businesses play in shaping strong, thriving communities. This event is designed to bring people together to celebrate success stories, build connections, and highlight the power of entrepreneurship.
To celebrate the accomplishments of our local small businesses and organizations, we will present three awards:
Community Champion Award – Recognizing a business, nonprofit, or organization that has gone above and beyond to uplift the community through advocacy, partnership, and service.
Emerging Small Business Award – Celebrating a rising small business that has demonstrated innovation, resilience, and strong potential for long-term success.
Business Excellence Award – Honoring an established small business that continues to thrive, lead, and contribute to the strength of our local economy.
This event is an opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community supporters who share a passion for small business success. Join us as we celebrate those driving growth and making a lasting impact. Contact CommunityWorks Communications Coordinator Madi Coggin at mcoggin@cwcarolina.org or 864-235-6331 ext 502 for more information.

SUDs (Startup Drinks)
2026-05-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Southernside Brewing Co, 25 Delano Dr., Greenville, SC, United States
SUDs, short for Startup Drinks is back! This unstructured networking event is open to entrepreneurs, ecosystem allies, and all community members of the #StartupGVL ecosystem. The first drink is free, so get this one on your calendars.

Game Night
2026-05-16 17:00 - 20:00 | NEXT Innovation Center, 411 University Ridge, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
Join us for Game Night at Bletchley Commons – a relaxed evening of free pizza, board games, and new friends. Whether you’re into classics like Uno, party favorites, or strategy games like Catan, we’ll have something for everyone.
Open to all members, students, and young adults aged 16-25, as well as their guests.
Bring a friend, or come solo and meet new ones.
Why come?
🍕 Free pizza (enough said)
🎲 Tons of board & card games
🌟 A chance to meet other game lovers in Greenville

Village Launch Night Market
2026-06-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Village Launch Market, 1225 Pendleton Street, Greenville, SC, 29611, United States
Join us for another Mill Village Night Market! We’ll have food trucks, beer, and 20+ vendors at our Village Launch Market, along with live music. Come grab a bite, shop around, and enjoy an evening with Mill Village!

Village Launch Block Party
2026-06-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Village Launch Market, 1225 Pendleton Street, Greenville, SC, 29611, United States
Stop by our Mill Village Block Party for some fun for the whole family! Grab a bite to eat from one of our many food vendors and trucks, then shop at over 20 vendors at our Village Launch Market. We’ll have a FREE petting zoo, children’s activities, and a few surprises!

NextGEN Office Hours With ADP Greenville
2026-06-10 13:00 - 15:00 | NEXT Innovation Center, 411 University Ridge, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
Join us for Office Hours with Annamaria and Frannie from ADP, where founders can sign up for one-on-one sessions to receive personalized guidance from experienced business advisors. With expertise spanning sales and business development, supply chain and procurement, strategic consulting, HR and compliance, and organizational growth, they help entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of building and scaling a successful company. Whether you’re refining operations, developing your workforce strategy, or identifying opportunities for growth, these office hours offer practical insights and tailored support for your business.
Sign up link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Tra74_xsUKX0h-QXJQrApPb-N-EQKfLXT-l9CHrFCkE/edit?usp=sharing

West End Social
2026-06-11 17:00 - 20:00 | hone, 12 Lois Ave, Greenville, 29611, United States
West End Social returns on Thursday, June 11 at Hone for an evening centered around food, community, and connection. This experience brings together Greenville’s entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals inside one of the city’s most exciting culinary spaces.

Guests will enjoy featured food experiences from Muni Muni, Sol GVL, and Sacrament Coffee, along with welcome drinks featuring Suntory-196 and a full cash bar.
The evening will also include music by vinyl DJ Illegal Since ’78 and activations from 40 Forty Padel Club, Evolve, and Mill Ministries. Top Shelf Media will be taking head shots and Oxford Barber will offer complimentary touchups and beard trims.

Women's Coworking Day
2026-06-18 10:00 - 17:00 | OpenWorks Coworking, 101 N Main Street Suite 302, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
​Join us on Thursday, June 18 from 10am – 5pm for the monthly free Women’s Coworking Day at OpenWorks Coworking.
​Arrive by 12:30pm to join us on our 30-minute netwalk break and we’ll end the day with a Good Things celebration toast to share small (and big) moments and wins from the past month.
​You can drop in anytime! Settle in for some focused work, creative time, or just enjoy a change of scenery. Connect with other women and our event partner Molly’s Moms, a nonprofit organization that helps moms turn ideas into income through free resources, mentorship, and a supportive community!
​Snacks will also be provided. RSVP to attend and get event updates. If it’s your first time visiting OpenWorks Coworking, check out our Guest Access page for tips on finding us and parking. We are located at ONE City Plaza in downtown Greenville.

Community Day
2026-06-24 09:00 - 17:00 | Flywheel Coworking Greenville, 101 N Main Street, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
Flywheel’s Community Day is an opportunity for non-members to switch up their routine for the day, explore our space, make valuable connections, and still get work done. It is also a great opportunity for our Flywheel members to network and get to know these guests for a day.
Every fourth Wednesday of the month.

Conversation & Ideation
2026-07-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Flywheel Coworking Greenville, 101 N Main Street, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
Let’s dive into your ideas, challenge assumptions, and spark creativity at this interactive session – get ready to validate your hypotheses!

Conversation & Ideation is a dynamic, casual meetup designed for early-stage entrepreneurs, innovators, and creative thinkers. This gathering fosters collaboration, learning, and the exchange of ideas in a supportive, open environment through engaging discussions.
This module will focus on Lean Customer Discovery & Validating Your Hypothesis, foucsing on hypothesis-driven development, building an MVP, and Common early-stage risks and mistakes.
Whether you’re looking to solve a challenge, explore fresh ideas, or connect with like-minded individuals, Conversation & Ideation provides the perfect space for brainstorming and building lasting relationships with fellow innovators. Join us to grow, share, and be inspired!

SUDs (Startup Drinks)
2026-07-28 16:00 - 19:00 | Bridgeway Station, 1000 Via Corso Ave, Simpsonville, SC, 29681, United States
SUDs, short for Startup Drinks is back! This unstructured networking event is open to entrepreneurs, ecosystem allies, and all community members of the StartupGVL ecosystem. The first drink is free, so get this one on your calendars.
July 28, 4 – 7pm – come check it out and find out more about StartupGVL!
Location: BridgeWay Public House

NextGEN takes a measured and focused approach to fostering high-growth entrepreneurship in the Upstate. Our clients are scalable ventures that are past the earliest stages of their journey and beginning to enter their growth phase, for which we want to provide a network of fellow founders to maximize impact and shared learning opportunities.

StartupGVL Drive Night
2026-08-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Fluor Field, 945 S Main St., Greenville, 29601, United States
Join StartupGVL at Fluor Field for an evening of baseball, networking, and connecting with fellow entrepreneurs and ecosystem partners.
