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Patios for outdoor dining around Charleston
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Charleston’s many beautiful patios.
September 05, 2025 09:39 AM
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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Charleston
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
August 27, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A cocktail being held in front of the Charleston sky.
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Date night ideas for every type of Charlestonian
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Holy City.
August 18, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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Culture
Find stationery through these local shops and brands
Take note of these local shops that offer custom stationery goods, greeting cards, writing tools, craft and party supplies, gift wrap, and more.
July 31, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
An upright skeleton depicting a giant ground sloth. It's about 7 ft tall with its paws up.
City
5 animals that used to roam Charleston
Unbury Charleston history by looking at these five animals that once called the area home before they went extinct.
June 19, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Events
25+ Charleston concerts to put on your calendar in 2025
From award-wining country artists to chart-topping bands, there’s no shortage of concerts to enjoy live music in the Holy City this year — use this guide to find your next concert.
June 6, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A small white building with a gray roof and teal door, surrounded by tall pine trees and a newly paved parking lot — The Creek Collective in Goose Creek, SC.
Development
The Creek Collective opens in Goose Creek
The Creek Collective is a new community space offers classes, exhibitions, and local art — all in a reimagined former chapel.
June 3, 2025
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Erika Ross
A family looks at a turtle in the aquarium.
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Kid-friendly activities in Charleston
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Charleston, SC has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
May 30, 2025
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A smiling man in a navy blazer and white shirt stands outside in a sunlit area, surrounded by greenery and white columns. He has short curly hair and a neatly groomed beard.
Festivals
Q+A with Mena Mark Hanna, General Director + CEO of Spoleto Festival USA
Mena Mark Hanna shares what’s new, what’s exciting, and why Spoleto Festival USA 2025 is a can’t-miss.
May 28, 2025
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Erika Ross
LEGO sculpture of a blue woodpecker perched on a red and yellow abstract tree trunk, surrounded by dense green tropical plants and trees.
Travel and Outdoors
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens debuts new sculpture exhibit
Explore “Nature POP!®" a colorful new installation featuring 40 larger-than-life creations by artist Sean Kenney using LEGO® bricks, on display through Aug. 15 and included with general admission.
May 22, 2025
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Erika Ross
This image shows a sculpture studio filled with classical and Gothic-style works. Visible are statues, ornate columns, carved blocks, and architectural elements. The space is organized for artistic creation or restoration, with tools and materials scattered throughout.
Culture
Forging a new generation of makers at the American College of the Building Arts
Take a peek behind the doors of the American College of the Building Arts + learn what students are up to and where you can see their work around the city.
May 21, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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10+ museums in Charleston
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or music fan, these 12 museums in Charleston have it all.
September 12, 2025
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A collage shows three images: cucumber tea sandwiches on floral china, a white ferry boat cruising through blue-green waters under a partly cloudy sky, and a stack of golden biscuits filled with sausage.
Events
Callie’s Hot Little Biscuits and the Daniel Island Ferry team up to offer a brunch cruise
Biscuits, Bloodies, Brunch + Boats is an all-inclusive experience that features a bountiful brunch spread and a boat ride around the waters of Charleston.
September 11, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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40+ volunteer opportunities in Charleston
This list of volunteer opportunities in Charleston includes everything from lending a hand at the hospital to donating to a local cause.
September 10, 2025
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Staff
This minimalist illustration on a light blue background features black line art: a book, eyeglasses, pencil, butterfly, and bird framing a cloaked, hat-wearing figure, all enclosed in a rounded square.
Business
Ladybird Books, a new independent bookstore, is set to open on King Street
In addition to offering a plethora of books, the new independent bookstore Ladybird Books will host events, readings, and conversations.
September 9, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A neatly wrapped napkin, a drink on a coaster, and a cookbook titled “The Fleet Landing Cookbook” featuring a waterfront restaurant photo rest on a dark table, creating a cozy dining atmosphere.
Business
Fleet Landing celebrates 20 years with the release of “The Fleet Landing Cookbook”
To celebrate 20 years of serving seafood and southern favorites on the Charleston Harbor, Fleet Landing has released its first cookbook.
September 8, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Small Business
Plowing ahead: GrowFood Carolina is supporting local farmers and eating fresh
GrowFood Carolina, which now represents 80+ SC farmers, helps them put their produce in grocery stores and local restaurants.
September 4, 2025
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Callie Putnam
This photo shows a rainy day in the French Quater.
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10+ free things to do in Charleston
No cash? No problem. Whether you are spending a day or a lifetime in Charleston, these are some of the best offerings that won’t break the bank.
September 3, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A smiling man in a white chef’s coat stands indoors by a window, leaning casually against a wall with brown curtains behind him, creating a warm, relaxed, and inviting atmosphere.
Food
The Charleston Place welcomes Chef Daniel Humm of Eleven Madison Park to lead its year-long pop-up restaurant
Chef Daniel Humm and the pop-up restaurant will host its first guest on Thursday, Oct. 2. The restaurant will be housed at The Charleston Place.
September 2, 2025
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Callie Putnam
Summer specials on a table at Five Loaves Cafe.
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Lunch break: A guide to $15 lunch deals in Charleston
We’ve rounded up local deals that’ll help you enjoy your lunch break without breaking the bank.
August 28, 2025
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Callie Putnam
A historic photograph shows Charleston’s devastation after the 1886 earthquake, with collapsed buildings, debris scattered across the street, and people standing among the ruins of Wm. M. Bird & Co. storefront.
Taking a look back at the Charleston earthquake of 1886
The Lowcountry isn’t a stranger to natural disasters, but the Charleston earthquake of 1886 shook the region to its core.
August 26, 2025