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Culture
Charleston pets: Our reigning cats
We asked readers to send us photos of their Charleston-resident pets. And they delivered.
January 27, 2026 12:18 PM
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Patrick Sidwell
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Catch fall and holiday performances in this iconic historic venue
Trombone Shorty, Watchhouse, Easton Corbin, and more to headline at The Riviera this fall.
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A colorful painting of green, blue, and yellow sprout- and bird-like patterns on beige domes, backdropped by black.
Arts
2024 North Charleston Arts Fest poster design competition is open
The winning entry will get a slew of perks.
October 11, 2023
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Erika Ross
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Arts
Support the Palmetto City Ballet during its upcoming 2023-24 season
The dance company has announced three shows.
October 9, 2023
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Erika Ross
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Culture
Fall for the North Charleston Harvest Festival
The 10th Annual Harvest Festival is filled with autumnal festivities
October 6, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Try your hand at CHStoday’s September crossword puzzle
Can you get all the answers?
October 4, 2023
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Jessica Burton
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Culture
Try this: CHStoday’s 2023 pumpkin carving contest
Put your pumpkin carving skills to the test in our contest
September 29, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
There’s a new event space in town: The Rutledge Room
The new event venue by Hamby Catering is now open.
September 28, 2023
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Brianna Williams
Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch in Charleston, SC
Culture
Pick your perfect pumpkin at Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch
2023 marks the 27th year of this iconic autumn event in Charleston.
September 28, 2023
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Brianna Williams
Motorcycles on display at BMW CCA Foundation's latest exhibit.
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Celebrate a century of BMW Motorcycles at this must-see exhibit
The annual exhibit showcases BMW’s history.
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Travel and Outdoors
Take a day trip to Pawleys Island
Enjoy the pristine beach, nationally acclaimed golf courses, shopping at local boutiques, and more in Pawleys Island.
September 20, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Where to wander: Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site
Journey to Charles Towne Landing, a historic adventure in Charleston’s backyard.
December 12, 2024
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Culture
Which locations around Charleston deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Charleston?
December 12, 2024
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History
Ashley Hall celebrates 100 years of its Christmas Play
More than 100 Ashley Hall students will gather in the historic St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church to perform the 100th Christmas Play.
December 11, 2024
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Bring in the new year with one of these celebrations in Charleston
Get ready to ring in the new year — we’ve rounded up several events for you to start 2025.
December 11, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Culture
Upcoming winter holiday events in Charleston
Have a joyous, merry, happy holiday.
December 10, 2024
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