Plus, brunch at Hampton Park.
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Hello everyone, City Editor Callie here. I hope you’re off to a wonderful start in 2024.

If one of your goals is to try new things or explore the city you call home, let us help. CHSweekend will point you in the direction of something new to do with your crew.
 
Events

Friday, April 21
  • Charleston Race Week | Friday, Apr. 21-Sunday, Apr. 23 | Times vary | Charleston Harbor Marina, 24 Patriots Point Rd., Mount Pleasant | Prices vary | This annual event includes racing, parties, vendors, and a screening of “The Wizard of Zenda” — event passes can be purchased at the gates.
  • Charleston Jazz Festival | Friday, Apr. 21-Sunday, Apr. 23 | Times, locations, and prices vary | This eighth annual festival draws music-lovers from around the globe to Charleston to celebrate local jazz heritage.
  • Live Music at The Kickin’ Chicken | Friday, April 21-Friday, April 11 | 7-10 p.m. | The Kickin’ Chicken, Charleston | Free | Enjoy live music on the patio every Friday at the downtown, Mount Pleasant, and Dorchester Road locations.*
Saturday, April 22
  • North Charleston Blue Crab Festival | Saturday, Apr. 22 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Jenkins Youth & Family Village, 3923 Azalea Dr., North Charleston | $15-$125 | Roll up your sleeves for buckets of crabs and enjoy live music, art vendors, food trucks, and a kids area.
  • Lowcountry Cajun Festival | Saturday, Apr. 22 | 12-6 p.m. | James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr., Charleston | $35 | Bringing Louisiana to the Lowcountry, this festival offers a full day of Zydeco music, Cajun and Creole foods, and kids activities.
  • Chucktown Brewdown: Homebrew Festival | Saturday, Apr. 22 | 1-5 p.m. | Fam’s Brewing Co., 1291 Folly Rd., Charleston | $20-$30 | Look forward to samples from 70 local homebrewers, live music, games on the patio, and pizza at this sixth anniversary celebration.
  • Junior League of Charleston Spring Diaper Drive | Saturday, Apr. 22 | 8 a.m. | Junior League of Charleston, 51 Folly Rd., Charleston | Free | The Junior League of Charleston Diaper Bank is hosting a Spring Diaper Drive to collect unused, disposable diapers and pull-up training pants at various drop-off sites throughout the Lowcountry.*
Sunday, April 23
  • Brunch in The Park: Hampton Park | Sunday, Apr. 23 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Hampton Park Rose Pavilion, 30 Mary Murray Dr., Charleston | $10-$15 | Spend an afternoon in the park listening to live music — food is available for pre-order.
  • Black Food Truck Festival | Sunday, Apr. 23 | 12-7 p.m. | Exchange Park Fairgrounds, 9850 Hwy. 78, Ladson | $25-$125 | Celebrate Black businesses and culture with food, music, family-friendly activities, and entertainment.
  • Monty Python’s Spamalot | Sunday, Apr. 23 | 3-5:30 p.m. | Queen Street Playhouse, 20 Queen St., Charleston | $44-$48 | Catch this Tony Award-winner “lovingly ripped off” from the 1975 film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail.”
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Editor’s Pick
Civic
  • The SC Dept. of Transportation is calling for feedback on the I-526/Long Point Road Interchange Improvements project now through Wednesday, May 17. There will be an in-person public hearing on Tuesday, May 2 at Mount Pleasant Town Hall.
Coming Soon
  • From the same team behind Le Farfalle comes da Toscano Porchetta Shop, slated to open in late spring at the corner of Cannon and President streets. The European-style eatery will offer Italian focaccia sandwiches, rotisserie, espresso, and grab-and-go items.
Open
  • The official ribbon cutting for Keith Summey Library happened this morning in North Charleston. The new building on Rivers Avenue features spaces for children, teens, and adults — including an auditorium, creative studio, and study rooms.
Great Escapes

Our guide to Long Beach, California

Great Escapes: Our guide to Long Beach, California
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Get the California experience, without the pesky crowds. | Photo by SATXtoday team
Not shore where to set sail on your next big vacay? City Editor Iván here. Long Beach was never truly on my radar until finally visiting it for the first time. Now, all my friends say I can’t stop talking about wanting to go back to this SoCal gem — I guess you can call it pier pressure.
More reasons to visit
Bonus message from our partner: If you’re looking to book this trip, Going offers all the affordable flight hacks from your home airport. Sign up here.*
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Drink
  • Ditch the hangover without having to ditch your favorite cocktail with Ritual Zero Proof Spirits. The award-winning brand makes non-alcoholic rum, tequila, gin, and whiskey so you can enjoy the ritual of having a drink without feeling icky the following day. Psst — check out Ritual’s collection of cocktail recipes.
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