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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 1 – 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 20 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Charleston Music Hall
Nowhere is the idea of New Orleans and its mingling of cultures from around the world more vividly embodied than the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, which has held the torch of New Orleans music aloft[...]
Apr 20 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm Charleston Music Hall
Arturo O’Farrill is a Latin jazz pianist, composer, and educator that was born in Mexico and grew up in New York City. His professional career began with the Carla Bley Band, and he continued as[...]
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 21 @ 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm Firefly Distillery
** IMPORTANT** This is an outdoor event. Bring your own chairs or blankets to sit on. Please leave all dogs and outside food and beverage at home. 4:00PM: The Abdiel Iriarte Experiment:
Experience an electrifying performance[...]
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 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 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 @ 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 1 all-day
A multi-venue, multi-disciplinary arts festival for every resident & visitor of North Charleston The North Charleston Arts Fest features five days of events highlighting regional and local artists and performers in the areas of Dance, Music, Theatre,[...]
May 2 – May 5 all-day Crown Plaza
Charleston Smoke Out Lineup May 2nd 4pm Registration 6pm Starts Meet & Greet May 3rd 12pm Friday (SMOKE CHELLA) After Party Announce on site. “Must purchase a Cooler Ticket to bring outside drinks” …. If[...]
May 2 all-day
A multi-venue, multi-disciplinary arts festival for every resident & visitor of North Charleston The North Charleston Arts Fest features five days of events highlighting regional and local artists and performers in the areas of Dance, Music, Theatre,[...]
May 3 all-day
A multi-venue, multi-disciplinary arts festival for every resident & visitor of North Charleston The North Charleston Arts Fest features five days of events highlighting regional and local artists and performers in the areas of Dance, Music, Theatre,[...]
May 4 all-day
A multi-venue, multi-disciplinary arts festival for every resident & visitor of North Charleston The North Charleston Arts Fest features five days of events highlighting regional and local artists and performers in the areas of Dance, Music, Theatre,[...]
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 all-day
A multi-venue, multi-disciplinary arts festival for every resident & visitor of North Charleston The North Charleston Arts Fest features five days of events highlighting regional and local artists and performers in the areas of Dance, Music, Theatre,[...]
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 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 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 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[...]
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,[...]
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