Hey Mauldin: 5 Things To Do This Weekend

Looking for something to do this weekend? Then check out these local diversions in our area.

Friday, Oct. 26:

1. View American military aviation history up close and personal…. Starting Friday, the “Wings of Freedom Tour” will land at the Greenville Downtown Airport. They will depart on Sunday, October 28. This is a rare opportunity to visit, explore, and learn more about these unique and rare treasures of U.S. aviation history

The Consolidated B-24 Liberator “Witchcraft” WWII Heavy Bomber and North American P-51C Mustang “Betty Jane” are the sole remaining examples of their type flying in the World. The vintage Boeing B-17 “Flying Fortress” is one of only 11 in flying condition in the United States.

"These historic planes are quite rare and we are lucky that they have chosen to come to Greenville,” stated Tim Bishop, Director of Museum Development for the Upcountry History Museum. 

Get the full details HERE.

2. Another reason to go to the Zoo besides baby giraffe Kiko…. Boo at the Zoo will conclude this weekend at the Greenville Zoo. On Friday, the fun runs from 5:30-8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 4-8 p.m. The event features trick-or-treating, fun-filled booths, and an un-haunted house for the wee ones in your family.

Tix available at the zoo office or admission booth. Adult zoo members are admitted free, and $4 for their children. Non-member adults pay $3 and children tickets are $6. The zoo will provide special bags for children to collect treats (do not bring your own bags, sacks or plastic pumpkin containers).

NOTE: If you or your family plan to go and dress up in costume, that would be a perfect opportunity to shoot a photo and submit IT in Patch's Halloween costume contest! If your costume is the best in Mauldin and will put all others to shame, enter our contest now for the chance to win $5,000! CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

3. Radio drama brought to life…. Here's something unique to kick off your weekend: A live performance of the original radio play of "War of the Worlds," which caused a public panic when it was first played live in 1938. Performances are scheduled for 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. at the Fountain Inn Center for the Visual & Performing Arts, 315 N. Main St. Tix are $10, $7, and $5. Call 864-409-1050, or visit ftinnarts.org for details.

Saturday, Oct. 27:

4. Enjoy some good music for a good cause…. Kinder Family Foundation will present a benefit concert at 8:30 p.m. at Broken Brook Ranch, 418 Terry Road, in Fountain Inn. The diverse lineup features the amazing Mac Arnold & Plate Full of Blues, bluegrass band Grassbackwerds, and BackTrack, which will be playing rock music from the 1950s-'70s.

Tix available at Jimmie Dawgs, 1122 Fairview Road, Simpsonville, and Three Guys Liquor & Spirits, 501 C State Highway 418, Simpsonville. Proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels, Generations Group Home, and VFW Post 1845. Gates open at 7 p.m.

5. Relive some delightful '70s camp and sleaze — and leave the kids at home, please…. The "Rocky Horror Picture Show," a '70s, R-rated cult classic, will be screened at 9 p.m. at the Charter Amphitheater at Heritage Park, 861 E. Main St, Simpsonville. No coolers or food allowed. Alcohol and concessions will be available for purchase. Blankets and lawn chairs permitted. Admission is free! For info, call 864-967-9533.

Bonus: Car buffs, rejoice…. A free, vintage car show will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday at the Kerry Ann Yount Culp Library, 311 N. Main St., Fountain Inn. Refreshments available. Bring your vintage vehicle, or just come and gawk. To register a vehicle, call 864-862-2576.