Rock Hill Economic Development Corporation

 January





 February





 March
St. Paddy's on Main
Dalton Gallery Opening Reception





 April
Drum Circle at Old Town Outfitters
American Graffiti Outdoor Movie
Cruise-In, Sock Hop
The Beach Bash
Be Seen Green Parade
Artists' Demos
Dalton Gallery Opening Reception

 May
Artists' Demos
Main Street Live
Little Texas Concert

 June
Artists' Demos
Main Street Live
Dalton Gallery Opening Reception
Wait Until Dark
Art Crawl

 July
Red, White & BOOM!
Dalton Gallery Opening Reception
Wait Until Dark
Art Crawl

 August
Main Street Live
Dalton Gallery Opening Reception
Wait Until Dark
Art Crawl
The Marshall Tucker Band Concert

 September
Main Street Live




 October
Downtown Blues Festival
Dalton Gallery Opening Reception
Greek Night
Boo-HaHa

 November



 December
ChristmasVille



Ongoing
Open Mic Night at McHale's
Comedy Night at McHale's
Trivia Night at McHale's
Greek Night at Old Town Bistro
Italian Night at Old Town Bistro
Sunday Brunch at Old Town Bistro
Monday Night Hospitality Bicycle Ride
Drum Circle at Old Town Outfitters
York County Library Events
Jazzercize


































Rock Hill Economic Development Corporation

What:  7th Annual Red, White & BOOM!

Who:  The Community, Including Children and Families

Where:  Old Town Amphitheater, Black Street

When:  Friday, July 3, 2009, 6:00PM-10:00PM

Chill out at this cool summer event located in the Old Town Amphitheater (and beyond) on Black Street. The Oneppo Brothers will be performing from 6:00PM until 7:30PM and ZoSo, a Led Zeppelin tribute band, will be performing starting at 8:00PM.  Other entertainment includes children's activities, and food and adult beverage vendors (must have photo identification to purchase adult beverage wristband).  Musical fireworks displays is sponsored by WRHI at 10:00PM. 

Bring a chair and come hungry. 
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Italian Night at Old Town Bistro

135 E. Main Street – All you can eat Italian food with live entertainment. Check website for dates and details. www.rholdtownbistro.com


Old Town Criterium

April 4 2009 - The main streets of Old Town Rock Hill provides the perfect setting for spectators to witness the aggressive, multi-lap criterium. Enjoy entertainment, bike safety, health clinics and food vendors. Sponsored by the Rock Hill Bicycle Club, the Omnium is held annually with three days of spring races (April 4-6). www.rockhillbicycleclub.com


The Beach Bash
Old Town Amphitheater

April 17 2009 - 5:30 PM – 10 PM - Rock Hill’s favorite party! The big kick-off for the annual Come-See-Me Festival dating back over 30 years. Enjoy a great evening of food and fun and best of all, live beach music provided by Rock Hill's own Ocean Breeze! Food and beverage vendors will be on-site. This is an adults-only event. Bring your lawn chair and your dancing shoes. Rain or shine. 

www.comeseeme.rockhill.net


Wait Until Dark Outdoor Movie Series
Old Town Amphitheater

Click the logo above to find out more about the
Wait Until Dark summer movie series.


2nd and 4th Fridays at 9:00PM,
June12 - August 14

June 12- Out of Africa
June 26- North by Northwest
July 10- Tootsie
July 24- The Wizard of Oz
August 14- The Color Purple


Downtown Blues Festival

What:  Downtown Blues Festival

Who:  The Community

Where:  Old Town, East Main Street

When:  October 2 - 4, 2008

The Downtown Blues Festival will feature blues’ artists from all over the nation performing in the downtown shops and restaurants. The festival will extend over two days with different performers every night.  Visit www.yorkcountyarts.org for festival schedule.

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Dalton Gallery Opening Receptions
121 East Main Street

May 21, 6PM
Opening Reception and Art Market, Mary Walker

June 25, 6PM
Opening Reception and Art Market, 5th Annual Photography Competition

August 20, 6PM
Opening Reception, 20th Annual Juried Exhibition

October 15, 6PM
Opening Reception, Petra A. Carroll

November 12, 6PM
Art Frenzy

December 3, 6PM
Opening Reception, ChristmasVille Exhibition

www.yorkcountyarts.org


Rock Hill Economic Development Corporation

What:  Boo-HaHa

Who:  The Community, Including Children and Families

Where:  Old Town, Main Street

When:  Thursday, October 30, 2008, 5:30PM-8:00PM

Boo-HaHa is a great, safe alternative to trick-or-treating for the community. The evening is filled with candy, games and a costume contest. Not only is this evening filled with sweets, treats and entertainment, but it serves as a safe place for families to enjoy the first signs of fall.

Main Street Activities Include:
~ Safe trick-or-treating on Main Street provided by downtown and area businesses from 5:30p.m. to 8:00p.m.
~ Children’s costume contest for ages ten and under at 7:00PM sponsored by WRHI and Interstate 107 Radio.

Black Street Activities Include:
~ Children's Miracle Network Benefit sponsored by Food Lion.  Fees vary.

  • Inflatables
  • Hay Rides
  • Haunted Trail
  • Food Vendors 

 ~ Outdoor Movies held at the Old Town Amphitheater.  $5 per movie.

 


Main Street Live

First Thursdays in May, June, August and September 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM on Main Street

May 7, The Herringbones (rain date, May 14)
June 4, The SkinTonz (rain date, June 11)
August 6, No Weeks Notice (rain date, August 13)
September 3, Tri City Bombers (rain date, September 10)

Huge street party with live bands, food vendors and children’s activity area. Bring a chair or your dancing shoes. Must have photo identification to purchase adult  beverage wristband. Sponsored by the York County Regional Chamber of Commerce. www.yorkcountychamber.com


Arts Live

Summers- Art crawl, sidewalk sale, live music, merchant open house. Sponsored by the Arts Council of Rock Hill and York County, Gallery Up and the Main Streets of Old Town Association.
www.yorkcountyarts.org and www.galleryup.com


Downtown Entertainment at McHale's

122 E. Main Street - Every Wednesday, Open Mike Night.  Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday Live Music from 10 PM - 1 AM. Small $3 cover. Lunch, dinner, late night. All ABC permits. www.mchalesirishpub.com


Greek Night at Old Town Bistro
135 E. Main Street

Thursday, October 16, 4 -10PM – Greek Night will feature the following delicious menu items: Greek salad, Greek lemon soup, pastitsio (Greek lasagna), mousaka (eggplant pie), souvlaki (pork on a stick), dolmades (stuffed grape leaves), spanakopita (spinach pie), roasted chicken with roasted potatoes, and baklava for dessert. This all-you-can-eat dinner is only $12.95 per person.
Old Town Bistro is located at 135 E. Main Street in the historic McCrory’s building. For more information, contact Old Town Bistro at (803) 327-9222 or visit the website: www.rholdtownbistro.com


Monday Night Hospitality Bicycle Ride

During the Spring, Summer and Fall months the Rock Hill Bicycle Club hosts a weekly Monday night “Hospitality” ride which draws close to 75 riders for all levels of social riding. Highlighted in nationally distributed Bicycling Magazine, the ride gives the club an opportunity to share the beauty of our area with new members, to teach riding safety and promote healthy living. After the ride, dozens of cyclists remain in the area to dine, shop and socialize.


Sunday Brunch at Old Town Bistro

135 E. Main Street – 11 AM – Come once and you’ll see why East Town Neighborhood Association voted this restaurant their favorite place for brunch. The new neighborhood hangout with great food! www.rholdtownbistro.com


Drum Circle at Old Town Outfitters

Saturday, January 31, 7PM – Augello's Coffeehouse and Delicatessen - 140 E. Main Street.  The Old Town Drum Circle is a group of amatuer hand drummers who come together to create a community rhythm experience. Never drummed? Don’t be shy. Stop by. They'll have you joining in before you can shake, rattle and roll. Amazingly relaxing and a great way to meet nice folks. Just ask owners David or Bonna Shook. www.theoutdoorstorewithmore.com (803) 324-9133.


York County Library

138 E. Black Street - A lot of activities and events for children and adults. Please check their website for details near you. www.yclibrary.org


Jazzercize

The Freedom Center – 215 E. Main Street – Classes offered at various times during the year. Please email sarahheins@comporium.net for details.


Rock Hill Economic Development Corporation

What:  ChristmasVille

Who:  The Community and Tourists

Where:  Downtown and Old Town (1.5 radius around downtown)

When:  December 3 - December 6, 2009

Historic downtown is transformed into an old fashioned holiday village celebrating the whimsical work of Vernon Grant, famed illustrator of Kellogg’s® Snap!™ Crackle! ™ Pop! ™. Voted runner up for Event of the Year, ChristmasVille features over 70 festivities in 4 days including historic tours, a holiday shopping village, an art market, festive foods, music, art, theatre, dance, horse drawn carriages, strolling Dickens carolers, the Winthrop University ChristmasVille Rockhettes and the Festival of Trees. Please visit www.ChristmasVilleRockHill.com for complete details.


St. Paddy's on Main:
1st Annual Bagpipe Parade and Music Festival

What:  St. Paddy's on Main Bagpipe Parade and Music Festival

Who:  The Community

Where:  Old Town Rock Hill

When:  Tuesday, March 17, 2009, 3:30PM-2:00AM

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Tuesday, March 17th with music, food, and fun in Old Town! The 1st Annual St. Paddy’s on Main will include a variety of events, with something for everyone.

Bagpipe Parade: Will begin at 5:30pm at the Rock Hill Cotton Factory (300 Chatham Avenue). Anyone is welcome to participate in this pedestrian parade – just dress in green and bring signs/banners as appropriate.
 
Wee Ones Village: from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the Augello's Coffeehouse and Delecatessen outdoor patio (140 East Main Street) . Wee Ones Village will offer activities for the children: a bouncy house; arts ‘n’ crafts; children’s games; and photos with Patty McHale, the leprechaun. 

Balloon Drop: at 7:30pm on Main Street, there will be a Balloon Drop, with some balloons containing valuable coupons. 

Music on the McHale’s Stage (122 East Main Street): James Burnbane Project will play from 3:30pm to 6:30pm. Truckstop Preachers will play at 10:00pm. 

Music on the Main Street Stage: Thistle Down Tinkers will play from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Heavy Sandwich will play from 8:00pm to 10:00pm. 

Carolina Cab will also be on-site, on Main Street near Wachovia bank. Anyone needing a cab at the end of the evening will be able to easily pay for it and have a safe ride home. 

St. Paddy’s on Main is proudly presented by Williams & Fudge, Inc. Additional sponsors include McHale’s Irish Pub, Comer Distributing Company, O’Darby’s Fine Wine & Spirits, and the City of Rock Hill.


Contact Candy Clapp
Old Town Festivals and Events Manager 
at cclapp@cityofrockhill.com
803-329-8756