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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 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 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 23 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
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 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
Apr 24 @ 7:30 pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre
WHEN YOU’RE DOWN AND TROUBLED AND NEED SOME LOVIN’ CARE This Tony, Olivier, and Grammy award-winning musical follows the whirlwind career of the legendary Carole King. From her early years writing songs as a Brooklyn[...]
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 25 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
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 25 @ 5:30 pm Charles Towne Landing
Enjoy food, beer, and fun in the place where the original settlers of Charles Towne made their home. There will be awards for various age groups, commemorative gifts, and door prizes. A theme-based dinner follows[...]
Apr 25 @ 7:30 pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre
WHEN YOU’RE DOWN AND TROUBLED AND NEED SOME LOVIN’ CARE This Tony, Olivier, and Grammy award-winning musical follows the whirlwind career of the legendary Carole King. From her early years writing songs as a Brooklyn[...]
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 26 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
Apr 26 @ 7:30 pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre
WHEN YOU’RE DOWN AND TROUBLED AND NEED SOME LOVIN’ CARE This Tony, Olivier, and Grammy award-winning musical follows the whirlwind career of the legendary Carole King. From her early years writing songs as a Brooklyn[...]
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 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
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 27 @ 7:30 pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre
WHEN YOU’RE DOWN AND TROUBLED AND NEED SOME LOVIN’ CARE This Tony, Olivier, and Grammy award-winning musical follows the whirlwind career of the legendary Carole King. From her early years writing songs as a Brooklyn[...]
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 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
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 @ 2:00 pm The Historic Dock Street Theatre
WHEN YOU’RE DOWN AND TROUBLED AND NEED SOME LOVIN’ CARE This Tony, Olivier, and Grammy award-winning musical follows the whirlwind career of the legendary Carole King. From her early years writing songs as a Brooklyn[...]
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 29 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
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[...]
Apr 30 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 1 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 2 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 3 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
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 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
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 4 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm The Rooftop at The Vendue
Get down and derby on May 4th for our annual Kentucky Derby party. Mint Juleps will be flowing, hot brown sliders will be on the menu, and, of course, the races will be run. Big[...]
May 5 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Radical Exhale
Many people yearn to express themselves more authentically, but their inner critic holds them back. This critique-free 3-hour creativity workshop allows you to play with paint in a safe, accepting way that’s fun and impossible[...]
May 5 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 6 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 7 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 8 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 9 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 10 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 11 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
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 12 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
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 13 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 14 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 15 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 16 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
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 17 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
May 18 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Redux Contemporary Art Center
Brave New World is the most recent series of Geter’s large scale charcoal drawings, and accompanying found art sculptures, focusing on families and mostly children and the inherited burden of the climate crisis. Geter’s work[...]
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 @ 5:30 pm Charles Towne Landing
Enjoy food, beer, and fun in the place where the original settlers of Charles Towne made their home. There will be awards for various age groups, commemorative gifts, and door prizes. A theme-based dinner follows[...]
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 @ 5:30 pm Charles Towne Landing
Enjoy food, beer, and fun in the place where the original settlers of Charles Towne made their home. There will be awards for various age groups, commemorative gifts, and door prizes. A theme-based dinner follows[...]
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 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[...]
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