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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 23 all-day Lowcountry Artists Gallery
Lowcountry Artists Gallery is pleased to announce the return of special guest artist, Betsy Jones McDonald, for the month of April with her exhibit, “Salt Water Reflections.”  This new collection of original oil paintings depicts[...]
Apr 24 all-day Lowcountry Artists Gallery
Lowcountry Artists Gallery is pleased to announce the return of special guest artist, Betsy Jones McDonald, for the month of April with her exhibit, “Salt Water Reflections.”  This new collection of original oil paintings depicts[...]
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 25 all-day Lowcountry Artists Gallery
Lowcountry Artists Gallery is pleased to announce the return of special guest artist, Betsy Jones McDonald, for the month of April with her exhibit, “Salt Water Reflections.”  This new collection of original oil paintings depicts[...]
Apr 26 all-day Lowcountry Artists Gallery
Lowcountry Artists Gallery is pleased to announce the return of special guest artist, Betsy Jones McDonald, for the month of April with her exhibit, “Salt Water Reflections.”  This new collection of original oil paintings depicts[...]
Apr 27 all-day Lowcountry Artists Gallery
Lowcountry Artists Gallery is pleased to announce the return of special guest artist, Betsy Jones McDonald, for the month of April with her exhibit, “Salt Water Reflections.”  This new collection of original oil paintings depicts[...]
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 28 all-day Lowcountry Artists Gallery
Lowcountry Artists Gallery is pleased to announce the return of special guest artist, Betsy Jones McDonald, for the month of April with her exhibit, “Salt Water Reflections.”  This new collection of original oil paintings depicts[...]
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[...]
Apr 28 @ 3:00 pm Grace Church Cathedral
On April 28 at 3pm at Grace Church Cathedral the full TFC performs a concert featuring Leonard Bernstein’s iconic Chichester Psalms, as well as repertoire from their upcoming Pathways to Healing” album. Featured Guest Star[...]
Apr 29 all-day Lowcountry Artists Gallery
Lowcountry Artists Gallery is pleased to announce the return of special guest artist, Betsy Jones McDonald, for the month of April with her exhibit, “Salt Water Reflections.”  This new collection of original oil paintings depicts[...]
Apr 30 all-day Lowcountry Artists Gallery
Lowcountry Artists Gallery is pleased to announce the return of special guest artist, Betsy Jones McDonald, for the month of April with her exhibit, “Salt Water Reflections.”  This new collection of original oil paintings depicts[...]
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 3 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Lowcountry Artists Gallery
Step into a tranquil oasis with our May Featured Artist Exhibition, “Feathered Friends and Peaceful Places” featuring the exquisite oil paintings of award-winning artist, Alice Dobbin. Join us for the opening reception during the Charleston[...]
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 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 5 all-day Mex 1 Coastal Cantina West Ashley
🌮🎉 Mex 1 Coastal Cantina in West Ashley is throwing their annual Cinco De Mayo block party on Sunday, May 5th! The party starts at 4 pm with live music from the Dubplates and the[...]
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 10 @ 8:00 pm The Township Auditorium
Cola HipHop Mayhem A PerfectWeekend to celebrate Lady Gamecock Win, Mother’s Day, and Graduation – Friday May 10, 2024 at the Township Auditorium  Starring: Glorilla and Plies plus friends Tickets On Sale NOW ticketmaster.com Or The Township[...]
May 11 @ 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm Charleston Music Hall
Join us for a musical celebration of the Lowcountry. As one of the great cradles of jazz, Lowcountry rhythms and traditions are an integral part of this musical art form. The Charleston Jazz Orchestra will[...]
May 11 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Garden (by Charles Towne Fermentory)
WAYWARD SAILOR benefit concert at The Garden (by Charles Towne Fermentory) on May 11th, 6-9pm.Free show, with suggested $10 donation. 100% of proceeds will benefit RMHC programs. Eddie and his wife and stayed at RMHC[...]
May 12 @ 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm Revival
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Revival! Join us on May 12th for an exclusive menu from 12 PM to 3 PM, featuring culinary delights like Lobster and Waffles and Smoked Salmon Benedict. It’s the perfect way[...]
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 @ 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 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[...]
Sep 14 @ 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm Charleston Music Hall
The Charleston Jazz Orchestra celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month with an evening of Latin jazz! From samba to salsa, bossa nova to Afro-Cuban, you will be enraptured by this magnificent explosion of sounds and rhythms.[...]
Oct 19 @ 5:00 pm Charleston Music Hall
The Charleston Jazz Orchestra is delighted to present a highly requested collaboration of big band and vibraphone. Grammy-nominated artist Stefon Harris will headline the evening, showcasing unparalleled dexterity as he draws both whimsical and spirited[...]
Dec 7 @ 5:00 pm Charleston Music Hall
The most anticipated concert of the year, the Lowcountry’s highly acclaimed Charleston Jazz Orchestra pulls out all the stops in this magical performance! You’ll be all aglow with the sounds of holidays past and present,[...]
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