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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.
January 28, 2026 12:30 PM
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Holiday festivities at Credit One Stadium, Daniel Island.
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Daniel Island is decked out for the holidays
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Know before you go: Coastal Carolina Fair
The Coastal Carolina Fair returns to Exchange Park with concerts, food, exhibits, and rides — use this guide to prepare for your visit.
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Callie Putnam
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Sip, savor, and support at Charleston Beerfest
Sample beers from over 70 breweries while enjoying local food trucks and dancing to live music, all for a good cause.
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Know before you go: Riverfront Revival
Deep dive into this guide and learn how to navigate the annual two-day music festival loaded with live music and food inspired by the Lowcountry.
September 30, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Events
Charleston Beer Fest returns with more breweries
The annual festival will be back on Saturday, Oct. 25, at Riverfront Park in North Charleston. The Charleston Beer Fest will offer tastings from 75+ breweries, live music, and a variety of local vendors.
September 25, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Events
Know before you go: Marcus King Band Family Reunion
Marcus King will head to North Charleston’s Firefly Distillery to show off his SC roots and host a family-friendly weekend filled with music + barbecue.
August 18, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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Events
Celebrate Carolina Day in Charleston
Check out these family-friendly Carolina Day events that focus on SC’s role in a defining event of the American Revolutionary War.
June 26, 2025
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Callie Putnam
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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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Festivals
Spoleto Festival USA returns with 100+ performances across Charleston
From jazz and opera to dance and physical theater, here’s one can’t-miss Spoleto Festival USA event from each genre to help you plan your festival lineup.
May 20, 2025
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