Many interesting and exciting events are coming to the York County and Winthrop University communities this year–including plays, concerts, and festivals–just in time for the warmer weather.
Rock Hill is home to festivals, community spaces and tastings that are the perfect opportunity to get outside and celebrate the beginning of the upcoming spring season. A number of these events are family friendly, but those with specific restrictions or accommodation needs should research and contact the venues beforehand.
For those who love the arts, spring is definitely a good time to attend community events. The Museum of York County is inviting local artists to come and show patrons how to draw items from their exhibits. The Arts Council of York County is hosting a members showcase until Feb. 11, where they invite visitors to explore the art styles of the dozens of council members. Fort Mill’s LOOM is hosting a beginner watercolor workshop on Jan. 22 that is Valentine’s Day themed. The registration fee is $55 per person, and the event runs from 1:30 to 3:40 p.m.
Fans of live music can look forward to outdoor concerts for the first time of the year. On Jan. 20, local musician Cuchulain is performing for free at The Common Market. Amor Artis Brewery is hosting acoustic musicians at their taproom every Wednesday. Winthrop’s Chamber Singers and Collegiate Choir will be performing on Feb. 24 in McBryde Hall from 7:30 to 9 p.m. They have another choir performance on April 16 at the same time and venue.
There are several seasonal festivals approaching as well. Rock Hill’s Come-See-Me Festival highlights the beginning of spring throughout the city, running from April 13 until April 23. The Catawba Cultural Center is hosting a celebration of their art and culture in May–they will release further details later in the spring. Fort Mill’s Strawberry Festival will run from April 14 to May 6, marking the beginning of strawberry season.
For people looking to get moving, The Garden Cafe is sponsoring a free gravel trail for cyclers to use; the event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Jan. 28. The Anne Springs Close Greenway is hosting weekly yoga sessions at the Founders Dairy Barn on Wednesdays there is a lunchtime session from 11:30 to noon, and another from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. As spring continues, they will also be hosting guided hikes on Sundays. Their event calendar will begin showing definitive dates for these hikes later in the season. Slow Play Brewing is also hosting a weekly Disc Golf Putting League on Thursdays from 5:45 to 8:30 p.m. The registration fee is $5 to play, plus an optional Ace throw for an additional $1.
Regardless of the activity, York County has a plethora of ways to celebrate the turning of the seasons. The Johnsonian hopes that readers, residents and visitors alike enjoy the beautiful weather, breathtaking flora and diverse culture that Rock Hill has to offer.
