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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

Jul 27 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Bay Street Biergarten
Alright, Alright, Alright. You gotta keep livin’ man, and test your knowledge on some of the best stoner movies at Bay Street Biergarten on Wednesday, July 27th at 7 PM! Trivia questions will come from[...]
Jul 28 all-day Children's Museum of the Lowcountry
Join us on Thursday, July 28th from 6-8:30pm for a walk down nostalgia lane at a Book Fair-themed evening at the Museum! This event is for adults only, 21+. Feel like you are a kid[...]
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 8 @ 7:00 pm Republic Garden & Lounge
The biggest splash in Charleston TBT Magazine Launch hosted by Victoria Vesce is BACK this time at the renowned REPUBLIC GARDEN AND LOUNGE Thursday September 8th ! This time we are going bigger and better[...]
Sep 28 @ 7:30 pm Gaillard Center
Beethoven’s “Triple” Concerto featuring conductor and pianist Andrew Litton, and the CSO’s own Yuriy Bekker and Norbert Lewandowski Andrew Litton, Music Director of the New York City Ballet, GRAMMY Award winner, and accomplished pianist, will[...]
Sep 29 @ 7:30 pm Gaillard Center
Beethoven’s “Triple” Concerto featuring conductor and pianist Andrew Litton, and the CSO’s own Yuriy Bekker and Norbert Lewandowski Andrew Litton, Music Director of the New York City Ballet, GRAMMY Award winner, and accomplished pianist, will[...]
Sep 30 @ 7:30 pm Gaillard Center
Season Opening Concert: Elgar’s Cello Concerto with Gerard Schwarz, conductor and Julian Schwarz, cello It’s a musical family affair for the opening weekend of the CSO’s 2022-2023 season with father and son Gerard and Julian[...]
Oct 1 @ 7:30 pm Gaillard Center
Season Opening Concert: Elgar’s Cello Concerto with Gerard Schwarz, conductor and Julian Schwarz, cello It’s a musical family affair for the opening weekend of the CSO’s 2022-2023 season with father and son Gerard and Julian[...]
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 @ 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 15 @ 9:00 pm Music Farm
WELCOME TO EMO NIGHT BROOKLYN, A LATE NIGHT DJ BASED DANCE PARTY BLASTING ALL YOUR FAVORITE EMO AND POP PUNK JAMS. WE MAY EVEN INVITE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE ARTISTS AND BANDS TO SURPRISE YOU[...]
Oct 28 @ 7:30 pm Gaillard Center
Beethoven’s “Triple” Concerto featuring conductor and pianist Andrew Litton, and the CSO’s own Yuriy Bekker and Norbert Lewandowski Andrew Litton, Music Director of the New York City Ballet, GRAMMY Award winner, and accomplished pianist, will[...]
Oct 29 @ 7:30 pm The Riviera Theater
The Riviera, Charleston’s 1930s Art Deco theater, is excited to announce its upcoming show with And That’s Why We Drink, a two-time Webby award-winning, comedic true crime and paranormal-focused podcast, on their “Here For The[...]
Nov 4 @ 8:00 pm Ireland's Own / Jaegerhaus Pub
Ireland’s Own / Jaegerhaus Pub presents Calmstill Comedy Night this Friday, November 4th! Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm. Tickets are $16 when purchased ahead of time or $20 at the[...]
Nov 9 @ 9:00 pm Music Farm
Featuring Evelyn DeVere, Cherie Sweetbottom, Callie Pigeon & Mecca Mwah
Nov 19 all-day The Sparrow
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19th @ 9 PM Cliff Cash (DRYBAR Comedy, Comedy Central UpNEXT, Standup NBC, Laughs TV) returns to Charleston for one night only. 
  Cash’s comedy is scarred by life but has the light of[...]
Dec 15 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 @ 7:00 pm The Riviera Theater
The Riviera, Charleston’s 1930s Art Deco theater, is excited to announce its new upcoming show with Chris Distefano on Saturday, December 17th at 7 pm. The show is open to ages 18 years and older,[...]
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[...]
Dec 31 @ 5:00 pm – 5:00 pm Lenoir
Chef Vivian Howard’s Lenoir restaurant is offering a prix fixe three-course New Year’s Eve dinner with amuse bouche and champagne toast for $75 per person. (Reservations open at 9 a.m. Dec. 4.) Here is the[...]
Dec 31 @ 8:00 pm Omar Shrine Temple
Reign in 2023 at the Omar Shrine Temple in Mount Pleasant on Saturday, December 31, from 8pm – 1am! Celebrate the New Year at Charleston’s largest New Year’s Eve party inspired by the legendary pop[...]
Feb 23 all-day North Charleston Coliseum
One of the Top Touring Artists of the Pollstar Era, Jeff Dunham, has consistently delivered laughs and shattered ratings with his broadcast specials, global tours, and a best-selling autobiography. His successes have been commemorated with[...]
Apr 1 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm The Rooftop
Join us at the Rooftop for the ultimate Bridge Run afterparty on April 1st! We’ll be opening our doors 30 minutes early at 11:00 AM for all you runners and party-goers to come and celebrate.[...]
May 4 – May 6 all-day The Rooftop at the Vendue
Join us for an unforgettable weekend of intergalactic excitement, festive fiestas, and thrilling races at The Rooftop! Kick off the festivities on Thursday, May 4th, with our “May the 4th Be With You” celebration. Unleash[...]
Jun 23 @ 4:00 pm SC Society Hall
The Vienna Light Orchestra pays tribute to BROADWAY favorites Mary Poppins, Man of La Mancha, Phantom of the Opera, Fiddler On The Roof, West Side Story, Anastasia and to the powerful music of…THE GREATEST SHOWMAN![...]
Jul 27 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm New Realm Brewing
Get ready for a hilarious night of laughter at the Summer Vacation Forever Comedy Tour! Join us on Thu Jul 27, 2023 at 19:00 as two of the funniest comedians, Kelly Collette and Blake Hammond,[...]
Aug 15 all-day The Rooftop at the Vendue
Immerse yourself in the island vibes at our Summer Tiki Party on Tuesday, August 15th. Lose yourself in the tropical atmosphere as DJ Wild Bill spins the summer beats from 2-7 PM. Enjoy our specialty[...]
Sep 12 @ 7:00 pm Sottile Theatre
Pianist Joseph Rackers is no stranger to Charleston and is returning to dazzle audiences for the College of Charleston International Piano Series’ opening concert of its 33rd season. Rackers’ performance will feature works by Bach,[...]
Oct 6 @ 6:00 pm New Realm Brewing
Randall Fowler at New Realm Brewing | All Ages! Join us for an exciting evening of live music with Randall Fowler at New Realm Brewing! $20.00 PRESALE | $25.00 DAY OF $50.00 VIP MEET N’[...]
Dec 12 @ 7:00 pm Mex 1 West Ashley
Grab your ugliest sweater and your smarty pants! 🤓🎅 Join our Ugly Sweater Trivia Night on Dec 12th at West Ashley & Dec 21st at Mount Pleasant. Tacky sweaters, great laughs, and festive trivia await![...]
Dec 14 @ 7:00 pm Islander 71
🎄🧶 Ugly Sweater Alert at Islander 71! Get ready for a jolly good time on Dec 14th at 7 PM with our festive trivia night. Flaunt your festive worst and you might just snag a[...]
Dec 17 @ 6:00 pm Mex 1 Sullivan's Island
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina in conjunction with Carolina Studios is excited to bring you our next installment of #Mex1Sessions with our All-Star Christmas Show on Sunday, December 17th starting at 7pm! Get ready to jingle[...]
Dec 21 @ 6:00 pm Mex 1 Mount Pleasant
It’s time to get knotty! 🎅🏼✨ Ugly Sweater Trivia takes over Mex 1 Mount Pleasant on Dec 21st, 6 PM. Flaunt your festive worst and win big while testing your trivia smarts! #KnottyOrNiceTrivia #Mex1HolidayCheer
Dec 21 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 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 – 10:00 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 – 10:00 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 27 @ 7:30 pm Mex 1 Sullivan's Island
🎤🌟 Keep the holiday cheer alive during the festive week at Mex 1 Sullivan’s Island! Join us on December 27th at 7:30 pm for an unforgettable Karaoke night hosted by our favorite, Jerrah, in collaboration[...]
Jan 12 @ 7:00 pm Church of the Holy Cross
Charlton Singleton has performed in France, Great Britain, Scotland, Spain, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Norway, Canada, The Netherlands, as well as many great cities throughout the United States. He is a founding member of an[...]
Jan 26 @ 7:30 pm Redeemer Presbyterian Church
Holy City Swing provides a safe and fun environment every Friday Night downtown to learn partnered swing dancing. Come in solo, or with a partner or group and you can leave with dozens of new[...]
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 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 22 all-day The Black Door Cafe
On Thursday, February 22, the first book club discussion will take place at The Black Door Café within The Mills House. To celebrate the paperback release of The House of Eve from New York Times[...]
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 16 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm The Historic Circular Church
World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 glowing candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic venues…makes this LIVE Music Experience one of the city’s most immersive and stunning[...]
Mar 16 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm The Historic Circular Church
World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 glowing candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic venues…makes this LIVE Music Experience one of the city’s most immersive and stunning[...]
Mar 16 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Historic Circular Church
World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 glowing candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic venues…makes this LIVE Music Experience one of the city’s most immersive and stunning[...]
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 26 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Striped Pig Distillery
Join us for Trivia Tuesday the last Tuesday of the month! March’s theme is Harry Potter, so grab all of your muggle friends and come play for house prizes. We’ll have themed drink specials available!
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 @ 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 @ 4:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
Apr 13 @ 6:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
Apr 13 @ 8:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
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 20 @ 4:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
Apr 20 @ 6:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
Apr 20 @ 8:00 pm Circular Congregational Church
An immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more. World renowned theatrical orchestra & vocalists, over 2,000 candles under a glowing moon & one of Charleston’s most elegant and historic[...]
Apr 24 all-day Mex 1 Coastal Cantina Sullivans Island
🎤🌟 Mark your calendars! Karaoke with Jerrah is back at Mex 1 Sullivan’s Island on April 24th at 7:30pm. You won’t want to miss an unforgettable Karaoke night hosted by our favorite, Jerrah, in collaboration[...]
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[...]
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