September 20th 2026

ballet under the stars

FREE Admission • FREE Family Activities • Registration Required

Sunday, September 20, 2026 5:00–7:30 PM Fifth Third Park | Spartanburg, SC

Celebrate Ballet Spartanburg's 60th Anniversary Season at Ballet Under the Stars, a FREE community event for all ages at Fifth Third Park. Enjoy live performances by Ballet Spartanburg's largest professional company ever, Center for Dance Education students, special performances featuring West African Dance, and special guest performers, plus train rides, crafts, dance lessons for children and adults, face painting, balloon art, and more.

Admission and family activities are FREE. Registration through Fifth Third Park is required.

Event Highlights

• Live performances by Ballet Spartanburg Company Artists
• Performances by Center for Dance Education students
• Special guest performances featuring West African Dance
• Dance lessons for children and adults
• Train rides
• Crafts
• Face painting
• Balloon artist
• Sidewalk chalk
• Bubbles
• Giveaways
• Meet Ballet Spartanburg

Concessions, snacks, beverages, and beer will be available for purchase through Fifth Third Park.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the event really free? Yes! Admission and all family activities are FREE.

Do I need to register? Yes. Registration through Fifth Third Park is required.

Can I bring outside food or drinks? No. Outside food and beverages are not permitted. Concessions will be available for purchase throughout the event.

When do performances begin? Family activities begin at 5:00 PM, with the featured performance beginning at 6:30 PM.

Will bags be checked? Yes. Handbags and tote bags will be checked at the gate upon entry.

What happens if it rains? Weather information will be announced closer to the event.

Is parking available? Parking information will be announced soon.

Are pets allowed? No. Pets are not permitted at the event.

Thank You to Our Community Partners

Ballet Under the Stars is proudly presented in partnership with Fifth Third Park, Chapman Cultural Center, City of Spartanburg, and the South Carolina Arts Commission.