Culture

The historic Aiken-Rhett House Museum's outdoor space shines with lights and is filled with large floral pieces.
Events
Charleston by Design: an event focused on art + history
Join the annual event, Charleston by Design, to explore history through the lens of art and design.
March 11, 2026 03:55 PM
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Callie Putnam
electronic duo Sofi Tukker. One member is wearing yellow and green arm sleeve with an orange shirt the other member is wearing green sunglasses and a multicolored shirt. They are against a blue background.
Festivals
Sofi Tukker to headline the third annual High Tide Festival this summer
Sofi Tukker will be joined by other international + regional acts
February 22, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Events
13 spring events happening in Charleston
Spring is fast approaching and with it are festivals + events that celebrate the uniqueness and variety of Charleston.
February 21, 2024
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Tatum Jacaruso
Waterfront Park Fountain in Charleston, SC
Culture
Happy six-year anniversary to CHStoday
We can’t wait to see what’s in store for year six.
February 14, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Culture
Our readers’ local love stories
Our readers found the most romantic places.
February 13, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Culture
Q+A with Anne and Caroline of Holy Mahj
For the love of the game. Learn more about the group that’s growing excitement for American mahjong, a tile-based game, that is taking the Lowcountry by storm.
February 9, 2024
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Callie Putnam
The photo shows the Francis Marion Hotel in front of a beautiful pink, purple and blue sunset.
City
The Francis Marion Hotel celebrates 100 years
The historic hotel opened its doors on Feb. 7, 1924.
February 5, 2024
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Callie Putnam
The photo shows a large scoop of blue ice cream nestled in a large waffle cone topped with chocolate, strawberries, whipped cream, and powdered sugar.
Food
Dine local + support Mount Pleasant businesses
Dine Where You Live is a campaign that encourages residents to dine local + support Mount Pleasant businesses.
February 5, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Arts
Spoleto Festival USA announces 2024 festival season including more than hundred shows
The Spoleto Festival USA is in its 48th year and will feature performances from various celebrated artists across the world right here in the Holy City.
January 26, 2024
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Erika Ross
A graphic with cartoon candy hearts that have different gift categories written inside, like "Home Goods" and "Books."
Retail
The best Valentine’s Day gifts for 2024
Shop Valentine’s Day chocolates, couple’s games, cookware, candles, and fuzzy socks to spread the love.
January 24, 2024
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Vagney Hampshire
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Food
Six Charleston 2024 James Beard Award semifinalists named
You’ll find six local stars up for an award based on excellence and other factors like commitment to the community.
January 24, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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This rendering uses a watercolor-style image that shows what the future of Old Towne Creek County Park will look like.
Travel and Outdoors
A former West Ashley farm is being shaped into Old Towne Creek County Park
The Old Towne Creek County Park will offer several amenities to the Charleston community, like an amphitheater and a playground.
March 6, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Food
5 Local cooking classes to elevate your culinary skills
From Lowcountry flavors to global dishes, these hands-on classes will turn you into a local chef in no time.
March 5, 2025
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Mia Benvenuto
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Events
Don’t miss these additional food and drink events during Charleston Wine + Food weekend
From rooftop celebrations to whiskey tastings, here’s where to sip and savor alongside the Charleston Wine + Food festival this weekend.
March 5, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Food
The Dewberry unveils its new culinary team + a pair of new menus
Make plans to head to The Dewberry and experience the new offerings from the iconic downtown hotel’s newly announced culinary team.
March 4, 2025
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Callie Putnam
a yellow tractor tearing down Ryan's Steakhouse
Development
What would our readers do with the former Ryan’s site in West Ashley
From Trader Joe’s to a public park, community members share their top ideas for the former Ryan’s.
March 3, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Culture
Charleston unveils 5-year economic development plan focused on innovation
The new strategy plans to strengthen the economy, attract top talent, and make Charleston a hub for innovation and growth.
March 3, 2025
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Erika Ross
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Real Estate
Leaders break ground on Charleston’s largest mixed-use project, Magnolia Landing
Magnolia Landing will be the newest waterfront work, live, and play project in the Charleston area, and its been in the works for nearly 20 years.
February 28, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Culture
Making our way around town: See what City Editors Callie + Erika have been up to in February
There’s so much to do in the Holy City — see what we’ve experienced.
February 27, 2025
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Erika Ross
The patio at Edmund's Oast Brewing Co. in Charleston — there are lots of tables and string lights in the dining area.
Restaurants
Let’s eat, kids: Family-friendly restaurants in Charleston
Skip the meal prep just this once and treat the little ones to an outing at one of these Charleston spots.
February 27, 2025
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Monica Garske
a yellow tractor tearing down Ryan's Steakhouse
Development
City of Charleston clears long-abandoned Ryan’s to make way for redevelopment
The City of Charleston, in partnership with Gramling Brothers, is working to revitalize West Ashley with new opportunities for the community.
February 25, 2025
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Erika Ross