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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

Dec 21 @ 7:00 pm Charleston Music Hall
Charleston’s favorite holiday show is back for 10 performances in December. Produced by Moranz Entertainment, the Charleston Christmas Special runs Dec. 14 to Dec. 23 at the Charleston Music Hall. Featuring a cast of 28[...]
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 all-day Santee Cooper Headquarters
Celebrate The Season is an annual charitable holiday event, presented by Berkeley Electric Cooperative and organized by Santee Cooper, that honors the communities of the Lowcountry and Santee Cooper Country with a month-long holiday celebration.[...]
Dec 22 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Dec 22 @ 7:00 pm Charleston Music Hall
Charleston’s favorite holiday show is back for 10 performances in December. Produced by Moranz Entertainment, the Charleston Christmas Special runs Dec. 14 to Dec. 23 at the Charleston Music Hall. Featuring a cast of 28[...]
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 all-day Santee Cooper Headquarters
Celebrate The Season is an annual charitable holiday event, presented by Berkeley Electric Cooperative and organized by Santee Cooper, that honors the communities of the Lowcountry and Santee Cooper Country with a month-long holiday celebration.[...]
Dec 23 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Dec 23 @ 2:00 pm Charleston Music Hall
Charleston’s favorite holiday show is back for 10 performances in December. Produced by Moranz Entertainment, the Charleston Christmas Special runs Dec. 14 to Dec. 23 at the Charleston Music Hall. Featuring a cast of 28[...]
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 24 all-day Santee Cooper Headquarters
Celebrate The Season is an annual charitable holiday event, presented by Berkeley Electric Cooperative and organized by Santee Cooper, that honors the communities of the Lowcountry and Santee Cooper Country with a month-long holiday celebration.[...]
Dec 24 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Dec 25 all-day Santee Cooper Headquarters
Celebrate The Season is an annual charitable holiday event, presented by Berkeley Electric Cooperative and organized by Santee Cooper, that honors the communities of the Lowcountry and Santee Cooper Country with a month-long holiday celebration.[...]
Dec 25 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Dec 26 all-day Santee Cooper Headquarters
Celebrate The Season is an annual charitable holiday event, presented by Berkeley Electric Cooperative and organized by Santee Cooper, that honors the communities of the Lowcountry and Santee Cooper Country with a month-long holiday celebration.[...]
Dec 26 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Dec 27 all-day Santee Cooper Headquarters
Celebrate The Season is an annual charitable holiday event, presented by Berkeley Electric Cooperative and organized by Santee Cooper, that honors the communities of the Lowcountry and Santee Cooper Country with a month-long holiday celebration.[...]
Dec 27 – Dec 29 all-day Daniel Island School Gymnasium
Searching for something for the kids to do over the Winter Holiday Break? If they are kids ages 8-12 who love to play soccer or want to learn, they will want to sign-up for this[...]
Dec 27 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Dec 27 @ 3:00 pm North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center
The beloved family tradition is back: NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet! Gather your loved ones for the warm-glow-nostalgia of America’s favorite Christmas celebration. Experience the extraordinary international cast and Ukrainian Principal Artists performing at the peak[...]
Dec 28 all-day Santee Cooper Headquarters
Celebrate The Season is an annual charitable holiday event, presented by Berkeley Electric Cooperative and organized by Santee Cooper, that honors the communities of the Lowcountry and Santee Cooper Country with a month-long holiday celebration.[...]
Dec 28 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Dec 29 all-day Santee Cooper Headquarters
Celebrate The Season is an annual charitable holiday event, presented by Berkeley Electric Cooperative and organized by Santee Cooper, that honors the communities of the Lowcountry and Santee Cooper Country with a month-long holiday celebration.[...]
Dec 29 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Dec 30 all-day Santee Cooper Headquarters
Celebrate The Season is an annual charitable holiday event, presented by Berkeley Electric Cooperative and organized by Santee Cooper, that honors the communities of the Lowcountry and Santee Cooper Country with a month-long holiday celebration.[...]
Dec 30 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Dec 31 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Jan 1 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Jan 2 all-day The Mills House Hotel
Local artist Rebecca Meixner is known for her custom and vibrant watercolor designs ranging from coastal landscapes to wedding invitations. From November 24, 2023 – January 2, 2024, The Mills House Hotel will host Rebecca[...]
Jan 27 @ 11:00 am The Dewberry Charleston
Join The Sculpt Society founder, Megan Roup, at the ‘Good Energy Movement’ event in Charleston on January 27! Megan Roup will lead a 30-minute full-body ‘Good Energy Movement’ workout. After the workout, treat yourself to[...]
Feb 2 @ 4:00 pm – Feb 4 @ 12:00 pm The Restoration Hotel
The Restoration Hotel has partnered with the wellness team at Stillspace Charleston, the Holy City’s only dedicated meditation and sound healing studio, to embark on a restorative three-day retreat to renew, recharge, and reset for[...]
Feb 16 – Feb 18 all-day Downtown Charleston
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) will host its 42nd event in 2024 at multiple venues throughout downtown Charleston, February 16-18. Known as the Southeast’s premier wildlife art show and outdoor event, SEWE will feature popular[...]
Feb 19 all-day The Children's Museum of the Lowcountry
SCHOOL’S OUT & WE’RE OPEN! MONDAY, February 19th – Celebrate our Presidents’ Birthdays with FREE Birthday cake, special Storytimes on the hour from 11-3 PM, a pet election at 12:30 PM, and programs and art[...]
Feb 24 all-day Shem Creek
20th Annual Mardi Crawl on Shem Creek Saturday, February 24 1-6pm The Lowcountry Parrothead Club is hosting the 20th Annual Mardi Crawl on Historic Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant on Saturday, February 24, 2024. Over[...]
Feb 24 all-day Tradesman Brewing
Join us for a fun-filled day of running, beer, and good vibes at Tradesman Brewing. Lace up your running shoes – we’ve mapped out a 5k-ish course that starts and ends at this awesome taproom[...]
Feb 24 @ 11:00 am Home Team BBQ - Downtown CHS
ROCK THE BLOCK is Home Team BBQ’s annual block party and flagship fundraiser at Downtown Home Team BBQ benefiting Hogs for the Cause and the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston. Not only are we[...]
Feb 24 @ 5:00 pm Charleston Music Hall
The Charleston Jazz Orchestra and entertainer Manny Houston join forces to celebrate the musical legacy of legendary bandleader, William ‘Count’ Basie. Experience this powerful tribute, showcasing famous collaborations with some of the greatest voices of[...]
Feb 25 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Harborside East
The HALOS Oyster Roast is back! Please join us on Sunday, February 25, from 4–7 PM at Harborside East in Mount Pleasant. Enjoy amazing views of the Charleston Harbor, live music and all the delicious[...]
Mar 2 @ 12:00 pm New Realm Brewing
Fire & Funk: A Funky BBQ Join us for a groovy evening filled with smokin’ hot BBQ and funky beats! Get ready to indulge in a finger-lickin’ feast while grooving to the rhythm of live[...]
Mar 9 all-day New Realm Brewing Co.
5k Fun Run + New Realm | Part of the 2024 South Carolina Brewery Running Series Join us for a fun-filled day of running, beer, and good vibes at New Realm Brewing. Lace up your[...]
Mar 16 @ 3:00 pm Mex 1 Coastal Cantina Sullivans Island
St. Paddy’s weekend is almost here, and we’re ready to party at Mex 1 Coastal Cantina on Sullivan’s Island! Don’t miss live music with The Bozwellz on Friday and a block party on Saturday featuring[...]
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 22 – Mar 24 all-day Woodlands Nature Reserve
A weekend camping event right here in Charleston on a lake in the middle of the thousands of pristine acres at the private Woodlands Nature Reserve. Planned events for the weekend include offroading or biking[...]
Mar 23 all-day Mex 1 Coastal Cantina West Ashley
Get ready to kick off the contest season in style! Join us at Mex 1 West Ashley on Saturday, March 23rd from 5-8pm for the SSC ESA season kickoff party. There will be a judges[...]
Mar 23 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am Riverfront Park
Millions of women and children walk more than three miles to collect water each day for their families. Often, the water collected is unsafe to drink. But there is hope. This year, we will join[...]
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Laurel Hill County Park
Join The Nature Conservancy and the SEWEE Long Leaf Cooperative at Laurel Hill County Park to learn and engage with local organizations who bring safe, controlled prescribed fire to South Carolina’s forests. Guests can meet[...]
Mar 23 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm North Charleston UMC
🌸 Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt in Park Circle! 🐰🥚 You’re invited to a community Easter Egg Hunt on March 23rd at North Charleston UMC on East Montague! 🌷 Get ready for[...]
Mar 24 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Our annual Easter Egg hunt will be Sunday, March 24 from 1-4pm! The event is included with Garden Admission. Crafts, egg hunts, face painting, fairy hair by Sparkle Charleston, food + drink, Easter Bunny photos,[...]
Mar 30 all-day Firefly Distillery
Relive the joys of your youth! Grab a drink and hunt for hundreds of hidden Easter eggs. Prizes range from candy and gifts to exclusive GOLDEN EGGS with prizes valued up to $350! Grab some[...]
Mar 30 – Apr 7 all-day Credit One Stadium
The Credit One Charleston Open, the largest women’s-only tennis tournament in North America and the kickoff to clay season on the WTA Hologic Tour, will return for its 52nd year March 30 – April 7,[...]
Mar 30 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm Freshfields Village
On Saturday, March 30, Freshfields Village is bringing a Spring Outdoor Movie on the Green at 8:00 pm. Families are invited to bring chairs, blankets and picnics to enjoy the timeless classic, “Willy Wonka and[...]
Mar 31 all-day Iron Rose
Located within the storied walls of Charleston’s iconic pink hotel, Iron Rose at The Mills House will be hosting an Easter Brunch on Sunday, March 31 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. An exclusive menu[...]
Mar 31 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Emeline
Hop on over to 181 Church St. for an egg-stra special Egg Hunt in Emeline’s courtyard on Sunday, March 31st, from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. This family-friendly Easter event welcomes children of all ages and[...]
Apr 1 – Apr 5 all-day The Children's Museum of the Lowcountry
Looking for something fun to do with your children during Spring Break? Look no further! The Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry has got you covered. We will be open the entire week from April 1[...]
Apr 9 @ 7:00 pm Mex 1 Coastal Cantina West Ashley
Think you know everything about ‘The Bear’? Put your knowledge to the test at our themed trivia night on April 9th at Mex 1 West Ashley! Prizes for the winning team and drink specials all[...]
Apr 10 @ 5:30 pm Bar Mash
Bar Mash will host an outdoor Cornhole Tournament at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10th. Grab your cornhole partner and head on over for an evening of friendly competition. With a $10 buy-in per player,[...]
Apr 11 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm The Restoration Hotel
Attune your body to new frequencies with the restorative powers of sound bathing. Surrounded by the cityscape of Charleston, allow your worries to melt away to the soothing sounds emitting from a thoughtful arrangement of[...]
Apr 13 – Apr 14 all-day Awendaw Municipal Park
Join Coastal Cyclists for Our Highly Anticipated Annual Event, ‘Ride the Lowcountry 2024’! Embark on a memorable journey with us starting Saturday, April 13, at the serene Awendaw Municipal Park. Experience the scenic beauty of[...]
Apr 13 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm James Island County Park
Bringing Louisiana to the Lowcountry, the Lowcountry Cajun Festival is back with a full-day of Zydeco music, Cajun and Creole foods, kids activities, and all around ragin’ Cajun fun! Savor the tastes of authentic Cajun[...]
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 14 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Hampton Park
Welcome to our 4th annual Tour de Earth Day, a slow-role eco-bike tour around the Charleston peninsula. Expect to hear from speakers along the way about urban farming, native plants, environmental racism, plant-based diets, art[...]
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