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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

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 21 all-day James Island County Park
The Stride the Wave 5k, a run benefitting Warrior Surf Foundation, is taking place on Sunday, April 21 at 9 a.m. at James Island County Park. Proceeds will go towards WSF’s Surf Therapy Program, which[...]
Apr 22 all-day Flying Biscuit Café
The Flying Biscuit Café in Mt. Pleasant is celebrating their 5th Anniversary on Monday, April 22nd! To celebrate their birthday, the Flying Biscuit will be offering their classic “Flying Biscuit Breakfast” for just $5 all[...]
Apr 22 – Apr 28 all-day Lowcountry
Back by popular demand for the second year, Lowcountry Land Trust will partner with over 50 local, conservation-minded organizations to continue its Lowcountry Earth Week initiative in 2024. This week-long celebration of the Lowcountry’s natural[...]
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 @ 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Exchange Park Fairgrounds
The Black Food Truck Festival returns this spring celebrating Black businesses and culture with food, music, family friendly activities, and entertainment. Tickets are on sale now for the two-day festival on April 26-28 at the[...]
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[...]
Apr 28 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Rose Pavilion in Hampton Park
This event marks the 17th birthday of the Charleston Parks Conservancy, a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to enhancing 24 of Charleston’s public parks. From a charming petting zoo to field games, flower crowns, face painting,[...]
Apr 28 @ 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Exchange Park Fairgrounds
The Black Food Truck Festival returns this spring celebrating Black businesses and culture with food, music, family friendly activities, and entertainment. Tickets are on sale now for the two-day festival on April 26-28 at the[...]
May 2 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Grab your chair or blanket and join us for our May outdoor concert series Live Under The Oaks. Emceed by Johnny O’ of 95SX, all concerts are free to attend. Grab take-out from your favorite[...]
May 4 – May 5 all-day Mex 1 Coastal Cantina Sullivans Island
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina in Sullivans Island is celebrating Cinco De Mayo all weekend long! The party starts Saturday at 2:30 pm with live music and kicks off again Sunday at 2:00pm! Join us to[...]
May 4 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Guggenheim Terrace
Join the Charleston Area Rotary Clubs for the 18th Annual Charleston Duck Race at Guggenheim Terrace! The event is free to attend. And you can enter the race for $10 per duck for a chance[...]
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 5 all-day Mex 1 Coastal Cantina Mont Pleasant
Mex 1 Coastal Cantina in Mount Pleasant is throwing their Cinco De Mayo bash on Sunday, May 5th! The party starts at 2 pm with live music! Join us to raise a toast to Cinco[...]
May 9 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Grab your chair or blanket and join us for our May outdoor concert series Live Under The Oaks. Emceed by Johnny O’ of 95SX, all concerts are free to attend. Grab take-out from your favorite[...]
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[...]
May 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Grab your chair or blanket and join us for our May outdoor concert series Live Under The Oaks. Emceed by Johnny O’ of 95SX, all concerts are free to attend. Grab take-out from your favorite[...]
May 17 – May 18 all-day Wild Dunes Resort
Nonprofit Warrior Surf Foundation (WSF) will hold its Eighth Annual Charity Golf Classic on Saturday, May 18 at Wild Dunes Resort’s Harbor Course. Proceeds will go towards WSF’s Surf Therapy Program, which provides 12 weeks[...]
May 18 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Striped Pig Distillery
Join us for a fun-filled journey at the Local Author Showcase Book Fair, sponsored by Skirt. magazine and Win’s Books Publishing, where our community’s creativity and passion for literature will come alive! This event is[...]
May 18 @ 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 18 @ 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[...]
May 18 @ 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[...]
May 18 @ 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[...]
May 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Grab your chair or blanket and join us for our May outdoor concert series Live Under The Oaks. Emceed by Johnny O’ of 95SX, all concerts are free to attend. Grab take-out from your favorite[...]
May 25 @ 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 30 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Grab your chair or blanket and join us for our May outdoor concert series Live Under The Oaks. Emceed by Johnny O’ of 95SX, all concerts are free to attend. Grab take-out from your favorite[...]
Jun 1 @ 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[...]
Jun 8 @ 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[...]
Jun 15 @ 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[...]
Jun 21 – Jun 23 all-day Augusta Convention Center
2024 Augusta Toy and Comic Convention featuring JoeFest returns for a 7th year! Over 230 vendors with collectible toys and comic books! Meet celebrities, artists, and popular content creators! Anime too! All under one 20,000[...]
Jun 22 @ 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[...]
Jun 29 @ 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[...]
Jul 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[...]
Jul 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[...]
Jul 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[...]
Jul 27 – Jul 28 all-day Washout Surf Spot
The Folly Beach Wahine Classic (FBWC) is an annual non-profit surf contest hosted at the iconic and historic surf destination, the Washout on Folly Beach, South Carolina. With nearly 250 competitors and countless more families,[...]
Jul 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[...]
Aug 3 @ 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[...]
Aug 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[...]
Aug 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[...]
Aug 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[...]
Aug 31 @ 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[...]
Sep 7 @ 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[...]
Sep 14 @ 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[...]
Sep 21 @ 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[...]
Sep 28 @ 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[...]
Oct 5 @ 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[...]
Oct 12 @ 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[...]
Oct 19 @ 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[...]
Oct 26 @ 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[...]
Nov 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[...]
Nov 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[...]
Nov 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[...]
Nov 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[...]
Nov 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[...]
Dec 7 @ 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[...]
Dec 14 @ 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[...]
Dec 21 @ 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[...]
Dec 28 @ 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[...]
Jan 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[...]
Jan 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[...]
Jan 18 @ 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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