GULF GAMES 56
JULY 22 – 26, 2026
GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA
Located in the heart of South Carolina’s Upcountry, Greenville is a delightful southern city filled with charm, attractions, shops, boutiques and outdoor scenery and activities. From one-of-a-kind shops and art galleries to museums, tours and outdoor activities, great restaurants, wineries and breweries, Greenville is one of America’s fastest growing cities that boasts a downtown that has been ranked as one of America’s best. The picturesque Reedy River runs through the center of downtown, a feature that the city has taken advantage of by constructing a scenic park with the dramatic Liberty suspension bridge, numerous riverside walking trails and shopping areas. There’s even a built-in scavenger hunt challenging you to find the hidden mice located along Main Street! The city is charming, a perfect place to dine, stroll, hike and relax.
But don’t relax too much, as there is so much to see both in and around Greenville. The historic Biltmore Estate is under an hour away, as are the delightful towns of Hendersonville and Brevard, whose main streets are filled with unique shops and delicious restaurants. Also nearby are the Cowpens and King’s Mountain, both American Revolution battlefields. If you enjoy going out into nature, there are hundreds of hiking trails nearby, including the beautiful Dupont State Forest, which is filled with trails and waterfalls and is where many of the outdoor scenes featured in the Hunger Games movies were filmed. Culture enthusiasts will find much to enjoy in the many museums, theaters, galleries and public art sculptures located throughout the heart of the city, while animal lovers will enjoy Greenville’s fine zoo.
These are just the tips of the proverbial icebergs. You can learn more about what to see and do in Greenville by visiting their website at: www.visitgreenvillesc.com
The lesson? You simply MUST arrive early, as there is no way you can miss all of these fabulous attractions. Many of us will be arriving the weekend prior to Gulf Games, and it will be great fun sight-seeing with our friends. Join us!
And now for even more exciting news! Gulf Games 56 will once again be headquartered at the beautiful Embassy Suites Greenville Golf Resort & Convention Center. The hotel is gorgeous and includes a massive lobby filled with great spots to relax or play a game! The hotel is located less than ten minutes from downtown, and the hotel offers free shuttle service to and from the city. There are dozens of nearby restaurants, including several on site.
The hotel is lavishly outfitted, and features:
- Complimentary cooked-to-order full breakfast
- Free Manager’s Reception each evening (Happy Hour!)
- Craft 670 restaurant, Craft 670 bar and Craft Patio Bar — all on site
- Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
- 72-hole Championship Golf Course
- High Speed Wireless Internet access
- Health and Fitness Center on site
- Free spa access with free shuttle
- Dozens of restaurants and shops within a few miles
- Free airport, city and attractions shuttle
- Free parking
We’ve also arranged a great deal on the sleeping rooms: $145.00 per night. All rooms come complete with microwave, mini-refrigerator, coffee maker and hair dryer … and a complimentary cooked-to-order full breakfast! Please call or reserve online soon to request these, as supplies are limited. These prices are also good for five days prior to and after the convention, so you can plan an entire family vacation around Gulf Games!
Check out the hotel website at: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/gspeses-embassy-suites-greenville-golf-resort-and-conference-center/
The hotel is ready to accept your reservations NOW! You can reserve your room online at: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/gspeses-918-c84ebb6f-ffa2-47dd-8a45-a788fa1092da/
Please make sure you adjust the dates of your arrival and departure on the reservation site to meet your plans.
You can either call the hotel (864-676-9090 or 1-800-218-8712). Please let them know that you are with the GULF GAMES convention.
You can register for Gulf Games 56 online at:
You can pay by check or via Paypal to: registergulfgames@gmail.com Get your registration in NOW! Don’t be left out of the fun!
