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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

Jul 10 @ 7:00 pm Charleston Music Hall
Bolstered by minor internet fame and overly supportive friends, Tik Tok “star” Jake Babbitt tries his hand at comedy stardom off-line. He soon finds out that raking in the laughs isn’t as easy as raking[...]
Jul 29 all-day Cooper River Room
Calling all dear Princes and Princesses! It’s time to put on your gowns and crowns and get ready for some fairy tale fun! Join us on July 29 for Lowcountry Parent’s first ever Royal Ball.[...]
Nov 26 @ 7:00 pm The Riviera Theater
The Riviera, an iconic theater located in the heart of downtown Charleston, is hosting notable indie rock band Mt. Joy on Saturday, November 26th at 7 p.m. The band, best known for their chart-topping hits[...]
Dec 16 @ 8:00 pm The Riviera Theater
Charlton Singleton will spread holiday cheer on King Street alongside The Beehive Orchestera with powerful and festive ensembles this December! As a performer, Charlton leads his own ensembles that vary in size and style. He[...]
Feb 18 @ 8:00 pm The Riviera Theater
Spending their formative years playing music together in basements and garages laid the foundation for THE CADILLAC THREE to put their own spin on each new record. They open a time capsule of their musical[...]
Mar 11 @ 8:00 pm The Riviera Theater
An acclaimed indie folk band whose influences include Americana, country-rock, and classic Beatlesque pop, the Head and the Heart was formed in Seattle by a group of Northwestern transplants. They broke into the mainstream in[...]
Mar 15 @ 8:00 pm The Riviera Theater
MARC BROUSSARD is an artist with a unique gift of channeling the spirits of classic R&B, rock, and soul into contemporary terms. His father, Louisiana Hall of Fame guitarist Ted Broussard of “The Boogie Kings”[...]
Mar 24 @ 8:00 pm The Riviera Theater
PD & his Midnight Choir are back in Charleston at the beautiful heart of downtown Riviera Theater. VIP tickets include a pre-show meet & greet with appetizers, drinks, a limited-edition poster & special seating for[...]
Apr 7 @ 8:00 pm The Riviera Theater
Grammer is known for his quadruple-platinum song “Honey, I’m Good,” platinum singles “Keep Your Head Up,” “Fine By Me,” “Don’t Give Up On Me,” “Fresh Eyes,” “Good To Be Alive (Hallelujah),” gold single “I Found[...]
Apr 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Refinery Charleston
Join bluegrass legend Del McCoury and his band for a night of unforgettable music! Friday, April 14, 2023 Doors 6:00pm | Show 7:00pm Starting at $28.50
Apr 15 @ 8:00 pm The Riviera Theater
Tip Jars to Chart Toppers: A Taste of Nashville and the Stories Behind the Hits feat. Dylan Altman, Marshall Altman, & Brice Long coming to The Riviera Charleston 10/9! Learn more about the songs from[...]
Jun 10 @ 8:00 pm The Riviera Theater
*Update 09/28/2022* David Cook’s Saturday, October 1, 2022 performance at The Riviera in downtown Charleston has been rescheduled to June 10, 2023 due to Hurricane Ian. All previously purchased tickets will be honored for the[...]
Nov 18 @ 6:30 pm Redux Contemporary Art Auction
Our annual auction will raise essential funds that provide support for our diverse and comprehensive exhibition schedule, education and outreach initiatives, affordable studio space program, and allow us to foster creativity and ideas in the[...]
Dec 10 @ 4:00 pm St.Philips Church
Celebrate the season with the Charleston Men’s Chorus. The annual Christmas concert features joyful and sacred music. Selected works include “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” “O Holy Night” and “O Come All Ye Faithful”.[...]
Mar 21 all-day Class of 1969 Auditorium in Capers Hall, The Citadel
LEAH SUÁREZ: A CELEBRATION OF WOMEN IN JAZZ Thursday, March 21, 2024 6:30 pm show, doors open at 6:00 pm 90 minutes, one set only Class of 1969 Auditorium in Capers Hall, The Citadel Reception[...]
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