Friends of Paris Mountain

08/30/2026

What a day! 💚⛰️

Yesterday’s Party for Paris was one for the books! Thank you to everyone who came out, explored, played, hiked, raffled, laughed, and celebrated with us. We are so grateful for everyone who helped make the day such a success!

A HUGE thank you to our incredible volunteers who showed up, jumped in wherever needed, and helped make everything run smoothly. We truly couldn’t have done it without you! 🫶

And to our amazing business partners and donors thank you for supporting Paris Mountain State Park and helping make this event possible. And thank you Pangaea Brewing Company for hosting us! Your generosity means so much to us! 💚

Thank you, Greenville, for showing up for your park! 🌲✨

08/29/2026

While supplies last tomorrow Party for Paris!!

08/28/2026

🎟️🌲 RAFFLE TIME AT PARTY IN THE PARK! 🌲🎟️

We’ve got 25 amazing raffle baskets up for grabs tomorrow, thanks to so many incredible local businesses, artists, and community partners! 💚

Swipe through to see ALL of the baskets you could win! 👀🎁

🕐 1:45 PM — Round 1
🎁 8 baskets

🕓 4:45 PM — Round 2
🎁 9 baskets

🕖 7:00 PM — Round 3
🎁 8 baskets

From coffee and local goodies to biking, hiking, wellness, art, pets, mini golf, climbing, and so much more — there’s something for everyone!

A HUGE THANK YOU to every donor who helped make these raffles possible. Your generosity directly supports Paris Mountain State Park and the Friends of Paris Mountain, helping us continue to provide programs, projects, and experiences for our community. 🌲💚

🎟️ Grab your raffle tickets, check out the baskets, and STICK AROUND FOR ALL THREE ROUNDS!

📍 Pangaea Brewing
📅 August 29
⏰ 11:30 AM–7:00 PM

Come party with us, support the park, and maybe go home with an awesome prize! 🎉🌲

**Good luck, everyone! 💚

08/24/2026

Weekday nature programs for kids designed ages 5 to 12. Check out the park website for more information

Sensory Adventure — September 1, 2026 | 9:30–11:00 AM
Explore Paris Mountain through sensory games, nature journaling, and a short trail adventure while discovering the sights, sounds, textures, and smells of the natural world.
* Leaf Detectives — October 6, 2026 | 9:30–11:30 AM
Become a Leaf Detective and uncover the science behind fall colors while learning to identify trees and exploring Sulphur Springs Trail through fun leaf activities.
* Who’s Hiding the Acorns? — November 3, 2026 | 9:30–11:30 AM
Search for signs of wildlife and play nut hide-and-seek like a squirrel while discovering what forest animals are up to in November.

08/21/2026

Adults looking to earn advanced Master Naturalist credit or simply learn more about the outdoors come check out our Seasonal Strolls with retired Ranger Cathy Taylor!

Registration is required. Cost is $6 per person plus park admission. Programs run from 9–11 AM.

Check out the park’s website for more details and registration!

08/17/2026

Don’t miss Party For Paris August 29th, 11:30am-7:00pm at Pangaea Brewing Company ! 🌲🎉 Join us for live music, good eats, a guided hike, scavenger hunt, and, of course, our RAFFLE!

🎟️ RAFFLE TICKETS:
$5 each or 5 for $20

🏆 RAFFLE PRIZES:
🎁 Gift baskets & goodies
🏕️ Outdoor adventures & park experiences
🌲 Local experiences
🐾 Nature-inspired prizes
🎉 And MORE!

⏰ Raffle Timeline:
🎟️ Raffle tickets available throughout the event
📢 Raffle drawing: 1:40pm 4:45pm 7:00pm
🎁 PLUS — keep an eye out for our SURPRISE DROP of mystery baskets throughout the event! You never know what might pop up!

📅 Saturday, August 29th
⏰ 11:30 AM–7:00 PM
📍 Pangaea Brewing

Come enjoy the day, support Friends of Paris Mountain State Park, and maybe take home an awesome prize! 🌿💚

Bring your friends, grab your raffle tickets, and we’ll see you tomorrow! 🎟️🌲

08/10/2026

🌲 COME PARTY FOR PARIS! 🌲🎟️

Join us Saturday, August 29 from 11:30 AM–7 PM at Pangaea Brewing Company for Party for Paris! 🍻

Come enjoy:
🎶 Live music
🍺 $5 Paris Mountain IPA
🍕 Food & family-friendly fun
🌿 Ranger-led wetlands hike
🎟️ AMAZING raffle prizes from 15+ local businesses!

✨ Raffle drawings will take place throughout the afternoon, so come hang out, grab some food & drinks, and try your luck! 🎉

📍 Pangaea Brewing Company
115 Welborn St., Suite A • Greenville, SC

Admission is FREE & everyone is welcome!

Every raffle ticket, purchase, donation, and membership helps support Paris Mountain State Park through Music in the Woods, conservation, education, volunteer, and park improvement projects. 💚

👉 Learn more & support the park: friendsofparismountain.org

07/14/2026

It's getting close to another season of great music on Saturday afternoons!

The 2026 Music in the Woods lineup is here!

We’re excited to share this year’s lineup and can't wait to see everyone back at Paris Mountain State Park this fall!

Join us every Saturday in September and October from 2:00–4:00 PM for an afternoon of live music in the woods.

Concerts are free after park admission. Bring a chair or blanket, grab your friends and family, and come enjoy some great music with us.

Visit pmspmusic.com for the full lineup, artist information, directions, and more.

05/01/2026

Beautiful New Addition!

🎨 Artwork by Paula Winiski, Kenya Trenthem, Karen Quillen, Toni Nurnberger, Carmela Riether, Harriet Withers, and Tory Vornholt.
🙌 Materials generously donated by Sherwin-Williams, Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Toni Nurnberger.

04/22/2026

Join a park ranger on April 24 from 5:00–6:00 PM and help scientists collect real-world data during the 2026 City Nature Challenge. Participants will hike together around the Lake Placid Trail, using the iNaturalist app to observe and record species encountered along the way. This hands-on program...