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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

May 21 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Begin at Mitchell Hill gallery
The Charleston Symphony Orchestra League, Inc. (CSOL®) presents its 2022 Symphony Tour of Homes – Historic Charleston on Saturday and Sunday, May 21 & 22. The CSOL is known for its distinctive home tours featuring[...]
May 22 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Begin at Mitchell Hill gallery
The Charleston Symphony Orchestra League, Inc. (CSOL®) presents its 2022 Symphony Tour of Homes – Historic Charleston on Saturday and Sunday, May 21 & 22. The CSOL is known for its distinctive home tours featuring[...]
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 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 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 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 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm Charleston Visitors Center
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition is proud to present Flyways, a new fall event that will kick off the SEWE spirit ahead of its 41st annual show. In partnership with Ducks Unlimited, this celebration will honor[...]
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 – Oct 23 all-day Brosnan Forest
100 clays targets across 14 stations on a privately-owned, unreplicable course. Featuring a local vendor market, catered lunch and post-shoot cocktails, silent auction, and winning prizes!
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 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[...]
Nov 5 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Freshfields Village
The Charleston Symphony Orchestra League, Inc. (CSOL) is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Symphony Tour of Island Homes on Saturday, November 5 on Kiawah Island. From 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. guests will be[...]
Nov 13 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Sullivan's Island
Art on the Beach is a dynamic tour of homes on Sullivans Island, held annually on the second Sunday in November. Tickets are required to enjoy this self guided tour from 1:00-5:00pm. Ticket holders may[...]
Nov 20 @ 7:00 pm The Riviera Theater
The Riviera, Charleston’s 1930s Art Deco theater, is excited to announce its upcoming show with Joe Pera on Sunday, November 20th. As a comedian, writer, and filmmaker, he is best known as the creator and[...]
Dec 7 @ 8:00 pm Charleston Music Hall
Every idea on Steve-O’s Bucket List was so ill-advised, he never expected to go through with any of them. Until it was time to prepare for this tour. Not only are the stunts more ridiculous[...]
Feb 10 – Feb 12 all-day Hyatt House Charleston (Mt. Pleasant)
You’re invited for a weekend in the “Lowcountry.” Explore Charleston, South Carolina and surrounding areas. Join me for a custom-curated experience where food, history and culture collide. Star of the Netflix documentary “High on The[...]
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[...]
Mar 24 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Downtown Charleston
For nearly 90 years, the Garden Club of Charleston has hosted Springtime in Charleston, a two-day tour of some of the Holy City’s most beautiful and historic private homes and gardens. Join us once again[...]
Apr 14 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm KIawah Island
Get an inside look at the elegant decor, stunning architecture, unique artwork and island views of 5 KIawah homes never before opened to the public. In conjunction with the event, an online auction of impressive[...]
May 20 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Begins at LePrince Fine Art Gallery
The Charleston Symphony Orchestra League’s annual self-guided tour in downtown Charleston will include edifices dating from Charleston’s historic period which exemplify the Holy City’s custom of restoring, revising, and repurposing its homes and buildings. The[...]
Jul 28 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm South Carolina Aquarium
Join us at the JuLionfish Festival to celebrate the culmination of the three-month-long JuLionfish Derby! This all-inclusive, 21+ evening at the Aquarium includes live entertainment, lionfish demos and tastings, small bites from local restaurants, beer[...]
Nov 4 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Freshfields Village
The Charleston Symphony Orchestra League, Inc. presents the 26th Annual Symphony Tour of Homes on Kiawah Island on November 4, 2023. The eclectic selection of homes displays the variety of design and lifestyle present on[...]
Nov 12 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Summer Realty
Make sure to stop by the Art on the Beach Pop Up Market at Summer Realty on November 12th from 11 AM- 3 PM. Get a glimpse at what some of our artists have to[...]
Feb 10 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
Feb 16 – Feb 18 all-day Downtown Charleston
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) will host its 42nd event in 2024 at multiple venues throughout downtown Charleston, February 16-18. Known as the Southeast’s premier wildlife art show and outdoor event, SEWE will feature popular[...]
Feb 17 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
Feb 24 all-day Shem Creek
20th Annual Mardi Crawl on Shem Creek Saturday, February 24 1-6pm The Lowcountry Parrothead Club is hosting the 20th Annual Mardi Crawl on Historic Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant on Saturday, February 24, 2024. Over[...]
Feb 24 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
Mar 2 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
Mar 9 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
Mar 16 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
Mar 21 – Mar 23 all-day The Women's Confederate Home & College
Tickets are now available for our 88th Annual House and Garden Tour! Join us on Thursday, March 21st, in the garden of the Confederate Home & College from 5:00 to 7:00 PM for our ever-popular[...]
Mar 23 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
Mar 30 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
Apr 6 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
Apr 13 all-day I'On Community
Art in I’on is a sister event to the rave-reviewed Art on the Beach on Sullivan’s Island. This event is a dynamic tour of homes in I’on, held on April 13, 2024. Tickets are required[...]
Apr 13 – Apr 14 all-day Awendaw Municipal Park
Join Coastal Cyclists for Our Highly Anticipated Annual Event, ‘Ride the Lowcountry 2024’! Embark on a memorable journey with us starting Saturday, April 13, at the serene Awendaw Municipal Park. Experience the scenic beauty of[...]
Apr 13 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
Apr 14 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Hampton Park
Welcome to our 4th annual Tour de Earth Day, a slow-role eco-bike tour around the Charleston peninsula. Expect to hear from speakers along the way about urban farming, native plants, environmental racism, plant-based diets, art[...]
Apr 20 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
Apr 25 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm The Restoration Hotel
Embrace your creative side this spring at a guided watercolor painting class, hosted by local artist, Elyse Carmichael. Located atop our historic King Street Rooftop, allow the city’s sunset to inspire you while you paint[...]
Apr 27 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
May 4 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
May 11 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Departs from Charleston Maritime Center
Enjoy a cruise on the air-conditioned 48 passenger boat equipped with restrooms on the beautiful Charleston Harbor. The craft beer cruise features a different Charleston craft brewery each cruise and includes 1 drink with your[...]
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