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Events & Festivals in Charleston SC

Charleston is a city that loves throwing fantastic events & festivals. If you’re looking for things to do in Charleston, check out what Charleston SC events are taking place today, tomorrow or this weekend by viewing our robust calendar of events below. If you’re not looking for events checkout our Charleston Attractions & Tours page

Featured Events

Dec 6 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Marion Square
Join us as the Charleston Farmers Market extends hours for the Holiday Season on Saturdays & Sunday, 9am-3pm in the Heart of the Historic District, Marion Square! Local Produce, Gift Ideas, Brunch, Live Music, Carolers,[...]
Dec 12 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Marion Square
Join us as the Charleston Farmers Market extends hours for the Holiday Season on Saturdays & Sunday, 9am-3pm in the Heart of the Historic District, Marion Square! Local Produce, Gift Ideas, Brunch, Live Music, Carolers,[...]
Dec 13 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Marion Square
Join us as the Charleston Farmers Market extends hours for the Holiday Season on Saturdays & Sunday, 9am-3pm in the Heart of the Historic District, Marion Square! Local Produce, Gift Ideas, Brunch, Live Music, Carolers,[...]
Dec 19 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Marion Square
Join us as the Charleston Farmers Market extends hours for the Holiday Season on Saturdays & Sunday, 9am-3pm in the Heart of the Historic District, Marion Square! Local Produce, Gift Ideas, Brunch, Live Music, Carolers,[...]
Dec 20 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Marion Square
Join us as the Charleston Farmers Market extends hours for the Holiday Season on Saturdays & Sunday, 9am-3pm in the Heart of the Historic District, Marion Square! Local Produce, Gift Ideas, Brunch, Live Music, Carolers,[...]
Jun 4 all-day Mary Martin Gallery of Fine Art
YOUTH CHARLESTON ART FESTIVAL 2022 ANNOUNCED SPONSORED BY MARY MARTIN GALLERY OF CHARLESTON Picasso once said, “All children are born artists. The problem is to remain artists as we grow up.” Creativity is the heart[...]
Jun 12 all-day Kiawah Island Golf Resort
Welcome to the Swim Across America – Charleston-Kiawah Open Water Swim! Established in 2018, SAA – Charleston-Kiawah has raised over $200,000 for our beneficiary: Hollings Cancer Center. Thank you for your support of cancer care[...]
Jul 4 @ 9:00 pm Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
Join us on July 4th to experience the harbor fireworks from the comfort of the Charleston water taxi! Tickets are $50 for adults & $45 for kids! Email asmith@charlestonharborresort.com to make your reservations!
Jul 29 all-day Cooper River Room
Calling all dear Princes and Princesses! It’s time to put on your gowns and crowns and get ready for some fairy tale fun! Join us on July 29 for Lowcountry Parent’s first ever Royal Ball.[...]
Aug 13 – Aug 14 all-day LoveShackFancy Charleston
HerStory is bringing Cabo to Charleston with LoveShackFancy! Saturday August 13: 10am-6pm and Sunday August 14: 12pm-5pm. Come sip and shop exclusive Corazón Playero beach hats all weekend. There will be a complementary customization bar[...]
Sep 1 @ 6:00 pm Holy City Brewery
Swing by one of Charleston’s best local breweries for food and drinks and try your luck at BINGO! Bring your family, friends and loved ones with dementia to participate in an evening of relaxed fun[...]
Sep 3 @ 11:00 am Flowertown Players
He’s cute, clever and almost five. He’s Tuffy Tiger and he’s coming to Flowertown! Tuffytastic Saturdays! Live-action puppet-based performances featuring the little orange tiger, Tuffy. The series of 6 free 30-minute performances will be filled[...]
Sep 17 @ 11:00 am Sottile Theatre
Chamber Music Charleston’s 22-23 Classical Kids Concert Series opens on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at 11 am with a performance of “Ferdinand the Bull.” After being introduced to the musicians of the wind quintet –[...]
Oct 1 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Palmetto Islands County Park
Join us on Saturday, October 1 from 12:00 PM-4:00 PM at Palmetto Islands County Park in Mount Pleasant, SC for a day of kids’ activities, including kids’ yoga and drum circle, arts and crafts tents,[...]
Oct 5 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 6 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 7 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Batteries Plus, Folly Beach
To celebrate the opening of the new store, Batteries Plus Folly Beach will host a grand opening event on October 7. On the day of the store’s grand opening, Batteries Plus will offer free four-packs[...]
Oct 8 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 8 @ 12:00 pm Batteries Plus Goose Creek
To celebrate the opening of the new store, Batteries Plus Goose Creek will host a grand opening event on October 8. On the day of the store’s grand opening, Batteries Plus will offer free four-packs[...]
Oct 9 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 10 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 11 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 12 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 13 – Oct 16 all-day The South Carolina Governor's School for Agriculture at John de la Howe
Bicycle Across South Carolina (BASC) is a multi-day gravel ride that takes participants off the road and onto the scenic trails of South Carolina. Riders will experience the adventure of a lifetime as they explore[...]
Oct 13 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 14 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 14 @ 7:30 pm Gaillard Center
Music of the Movies: The Oscar Goes To… A night of award winning film soundtracks and a John Williams birthday celebration The opening concert of the Charleston Symphony Pops season will commemorate timeless music from[...]
Oct 15 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 15 @ 10:00 am Chaleston Fire Station 6
Bring your kids to Charleston Fire Station 6 to get a free tour of the station. You and your kids will get an up-close look at fire trucks and other equipment. This is a great[...]
Oct 16 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 17 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 18 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 19 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 20 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 21 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 22 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 23 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 23 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Jenkins Institute for Children
Youth, families, entrepreneurs, business professionals, and educators are invited to attend the Entrepreneurs in Culinary Arts event presented by EC Youth. This event will include: ~Culinary Demonstrations ~Entrepreneurial Speakers ~Networking ~Vendors ~Information Zone (College &[...]
Oct 24 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 25 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 26 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 27 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 28 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Oct 29 all-day Preservation Society of Charleston
The Fall Tours of Architecture, History, and Gardens offers guests rich and rare glimpses into Charleston, a city defined by its historic architecture, gardens, and diverse cultural heritage. This annual program gives the Preservation Society[...]
Dec 3 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Marion Square
Join us as the Charleston Farmers Market extends hours for the Holiday Season on Saturdays & Sunday, 9am-3pm in the Heart of the Historic District, Marion Square! Local Produce, Gift Ideas, Brunch, Live Music, Carolers,[...]
Dec 4 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Marion Square
Join us as the Charleston Farmers Market extends hours for the Holiday Season on Saturdays & Sunday, 9am-3pm in the Heart of the Historic District, Marion Square! Local Produce, Gift Ideas, Brunch, Live Music, Carolers,[...]
Dec 5 @ 7:30 pm Charleston Music Hall
Charleston Music Hall Holiday Film Series
Dec 10 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Marion Square
Join us as the Charleston Farmers Market extends hours for the Holiday Season on Saturdays & Sunday, 9am-3pm in the Heart of the Historic District, Marion Square! Local Produce, Gift Ideas, Brunch, Live Music, Carolers,[...]
Dec 11 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Marion Square
Join us as the Charleston Farmers Market extends hours for the Holiday Season on Saturdays & Sunday, 9am-3pm in the Heart of the Historic District, Marion Square! Local Produce, Gift Ideas, Brunch, Live Music, Carolers,[...]
Dec 16 – Dec 18 all-day South Carolina Society Hall
With over two thousand flickering candles illuminating the performers, The VIENNA LIGHT ORCHESTRA will feature some of the worlds most beloved Christmas favorites, played by world-class musicians over the course of 60 mesmerizing minutes. VIENNA[...]
Dec 17 all-day Circular Congregational Church
Dickens’ very own words will fill the Circular Congregational Church of Charleston, SC on December 17th at 5:00PM. Cast of 3 reads Dickens’ hand edited, 70 minute version of A CHRISTMAS CAROL starring English stage[...]
Dec 17 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Marion Square
Join us as the Charleston Farmers Market extends hours for the Holiday Season on Saturdays & Sunday, 9am-3pm in the Heart of the Historic District, Marion Square! Local Produce, Gift Ideas, Brunch, Live Music, Carolers,[...]
Dec 19 @ 11:00 am Sottile Theatre
Chamber Music Charleston’s Classical Kids Concert Series continues on Monday, December 19 2022 at 11 am with a performance of “The Night Before Christmas.” Celebrate the most magical holiday season with a special Christmas Classical[...]
Dec 21 @ 7:30 pm Gaillard Center
Holiday Pops! The most spectacular celebration of the year There’s nothing quite like Charleston during the winter holidays, and there’s no better way to get in the holiday spirit than with the Charleston Symphony! An[...]
Dec 22 @ 7:30 pm Gaillard Center
Holiday Pops! The most spectacular celebration of the year There’s nothing quite like Charleston during the winter holidays, and there’s no better way to get in the holiday spirit than with the Charleston Symphony! An[...]
Dec 23 @ 7:30 pm Gaillard Center
Holiday Pops! The most spectacular celebration of the year There’s nothing quite like Charleston during the winter holidays, and there’s no better way to get in the holiday spirit than with the Charleston Symphony! An[...]
Feb 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
Join us on Saturday, Feb. 4 from 9 a.m. to noon local to your time zone at Jeni’s scoop shops nationwide for our annual Ice Cream for Breakfast Day celebration. And do we have some[...]
Feb 11 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Edmund's Oast Brewing Co.
Meet. Share. Read. The monthly book club with no book assignment! Silent Book Club is a global community of readers and introverts, with 300 chapters around the world led by local volunteers. SBC members gather[...]
Feb 17 all-day Charleston Place Hotel
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) will host its 41st event in 2023 at multiple venues throughout downtown Charleston, February 17-19, with VIP events beginning Thursday, February 16. Known as the southeast’s premier wildlife art show[...]
Feb 18 all-day Charleston Place Hotel
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) will host its 41st event in 2023 at multiple venues throughout downtown Charleston, February 17-19, with VIP events beginning Thursday, February 16. Known as the southeast’s premier wildlife art show[...]
Feb 19 all-day Charleston Place Hotel
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) will host its 41st event in 2023 at multiple venues throughout downtown Charleston, February 17-19, with VIP events beginning Thursday, February 16. Known as the southeast’s premier wildlife art show[...]
Feb 25 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Azalea Drive Church of Christ
It’s time for a Krystal Klear Komeback black history style! Come and enjoy an afternoon of Lowcountry food tastings, expressive art forms, networking, vendors, black history trivia, and prizes! Featured Artists: ~Speak Freely Foundation –[...]
Mar 4 @ 8:00 am James Island County Park
The Hippie Dash is a 5k run/walk that raises awareness and funding for people with disabilities and helps support Palmetto Goodwill’s work to change lives through education, training, and employment. Far out dudes, hip chicks,[...]
Mar 4 @ 11:00 am Sottile Theatre
Chamber Music Charleston’s Classical Kids Concert Series concludes on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 11 am with a performance of “Harlem’s Little Blackbird: The Story of Florence Mills” by Renée Watson with illustrations by Christian[...]
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