September 30, 2026
Inspire 2026 is almost here. I’m sure you already know how this premier gathering of the IT ecosystem can provide you with new connections and insights, but here are five reasons why you’ll also want to experience Inspire’s host city, Greenville, SC.
- Greenville is no longer up and coming. It has arrived.
This hidden gem in the Upstate has become a true Southeastern destination. The Greenville Metro Area now has one million residents and a Main Street that’s won awards for its walkability. - Bike, hike, shop, eat, explore and catch a show.
There’s so much to do. View the falls from the Liberty Bridge (shown above), travel the Swamp Rabbit Trail, shop boutiques up and down Main, see the colors change and taste everything from baklava to BBQ. - Stop by TD SYNNEX’s Greenville office.
Employing nearly 1,000 people, this modern two-floor building is one of TD SYNNEX’s main offices in the United States and is named after Peter Larocque, TD SYNNEX’s recently retired North American President who also founded the hugely successful Share the Magic fundraising initiative that benefits children and families across the United States and Canada. - You’re just in time to Fall for Greenville.
Greenville’s most exciting annual food and music street festival is starting up downtown right at the end of Inspire. Don’t miss the shrimp and grits, sweet tea, tacos and so much more. Find out more about Fall for Greenville here. - The Coach Music Factory
Live music has a long history in Greenville, but never in a place like this. This brand-new club-style downtown venue will host one of our exciting after-hours events. With room for 1,100 people on multiple levels, “The Coach” has chest-thumping acoustics, three bars and an outdoor patio that overlooks the Reedy River.
Greenville and Inspire are like peas and carrots.*
This amazing small city/big town has become an essential part of Inspire. Over the 22 years that G-Ville has hosted Inspire, this city in the foothills and our premier technology conference have watched each other grow bigger and get better every year. Seriously. People are talking.
And here’s a secret just between us. Greenville likes Inspire. A lot. In previous years, the conference has generated an annual total economic impact of $2 million. And it has introduced countless visitors and companies to “That Greenville”.** Some have even decided to stay.
So, have you booked your flight (or whatever mode of transport you prefer) yet?
You should, because not only will Inspire blow your mind, fill up your phone with new contacts and weigh you down with some pretty cool swag, but you can also ditch the lanyard and check out one of the South’s most exciting cities up close.
You can even ask for unsweet tea if you want.
*Yes, just like Jenny and Forrest Gump.
**“Yeah, That Greenville” Find out more at www.visitgreenvillesc.com.
Matthew Ward
Matthew Ward is a Senior Copywriter with the TD SYNNEX Creative Group. He’s lived in Greenville for 34 years and is still discovering fun things to do.
