• The festival will begin with the world premiere of “Ruinous Gods,” an original opera. Four performances (Friday, May 24, Monday, May 27, Wednesday, May 29 + Saturday, June 1) will occur at the College of Charleston’s Sottile Theatre.
• Yo-Yo Ma, one of the best-known cellists, will return for his sixth festival appearance and first since 1986 at the Charleston Gaillard Center on Thursday, May 30.
• “The Song of Rome,” by Denis O’Hare and Lisa Peterson, will premiere at The Dock Street Theatre. This piece explores the fall of Ancient Rome and will be performed over six days.
• The production of “Romeo + Juliet” by the La Dance Project and choreographer Benjamin Millepied will take place on Saturday, May 25, and Sunday, May 26. This will be its first performance with a live orchestra.
• There will be performances by nationally touring acts: Jason Isbell, Old Crow Medicine Show, and Sasha Velour.

• Rock the 90s | Friday, Jan. 26 | 8 p.m. | Music Farm, 32 Ann St., Charleston | $15 | Experience nostalgia as this tribute band will play radio favorites from ‘90s alternative rock, hip-hop, pop, and grunge.

• Pickers Hullabaloo Winter Flea Market | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | $10-$15 | Shop til you drop — there will be 100+ vintage dealers + artisans.
• 13th Annual Bo’s Roast + Chili Cook-Off | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 12-5 p.m. | James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr., Charleston | $25-$60 | There is something for everyone; oysters, chili, hot dogs, sodas, beer, wine, live music, and a kids’ corner.
• 6th Anniversary Commonhouse Aleworks Block Party + Oyster Roast | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 12-10 p.m. | Commonhouse Aleworks, 4831 O’Hear Ave., North Charleston | Free | Help this local business celebrate six years — there are fun-packed events during the day and night.
• Winter Wine Festival | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 12-10 p.m. | Festival Hall, 56 Beaufain St., Charleston | $40-$65 | In its fifth year — attendees can expect over 50 wine selections, mimosas, and beers.
• Oyster Roast | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Cypress Gardens, 3030 Cypress Gardens Rd., Moncks Corner | $15-$65 | Join for a shuckin’ good time at Lord Berkeley Conservation Trust’s 3rd Annual Oyster Roast.
• Titanic Movie Night + Night Market | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 6-10 p.m. | New Realm Brewing, 880 Island Park Dr., Charleston | Price of purchase | Immerse yourself in the romance and tragedy of this timeless classic while enjoying a vibrant night market filled with local vendors.

• Surf Conditioning Community Beach Workout | Sunday, Jan. 28 | 10-11:30 a.m. | 5th Block West Beach Access, Folly Beach | Free | This is open to all surfers (or aspiring surfers) of any fitness level looking for a surf-specific workout.
• Ale + Octane | Sunday, Jan. 28 | 12-3 p.m. | New Realm Brewing, 880 Island Park Dr., Charleston | Free | South Carolina’s largest free monthly car event, also benefiting charities.
• The Charleston Bridal Show | Sunday, Jan. 28 | 12-4 p.m. | The Shriners Auditorium, 176 Patriots Point Blvd., Mount Pleasant | $10 | Experience over 100 vendors in an interactive environment.

• Camellia Walks | Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday; Jan. 16-Feb. 29 | Enjoy a very special guided walking tour focused on historic camellias.
• Camellia Workshop Sidney Frazier | Saturday, Feb. 3 | Expect expert advice in planting, watering, pruning, fertilizing, propagating, and disease identification and eradication from “The King of Camellias.”
• Cocktails & Camellias | Saturday, Feb. 24 | Experience specialty cocktails + small plates with proceeds supporting the preservation and maintenance of the historic camellias at Middleton Place.

• Local brewpub, bar and restaurant, and recent James Beard Award nominee Edmund’s Oast is celebrating its 10th anniversary. Starting Thursday, Feb. 1, there will be 10 days of celebration events. Stay updated on its Instagram.

• Page’s Okra Grill Nexton at 142 Brighton Park Blvd. in Nexton is officially open. The new spot is open daily and offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This eatery is known for its southern + seafood cuisine.

• Joint Base Charleston will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for its new campus this morning at 9 a.m. The campus will support the five Charleston-based national security cutters and their crews and support personnel located in North Charleston. Completion plans are at the end of 2026. (WCIV)

• Spirit Airlines announced two new services from the Charleston International Airport. Now, travelers can fly nonstop to Boston (Boston Logan International Airport) and New York (LaGuardia Airport) beginning on Wednesday, April 10. (WCSC)

• Kids On Point, a nonprofit supporting students, is hosting Ready.Set.Glow. on Saturday, March 2, from 6-1 1 p.m. This 21+ event will held at The Cistern Yard and will have dancing and pickleball. There is also a raffle and silent auction where attendees can bid on various items and experiences, with one being Taylor Swift concert tickets.

• Holy City citizens, you are natural photographers — we’ve chosen the finalists for our CHStoday Picture of the Year contest, and now we need you to vote for your favorite. See the finalists + vote by Sunday, Jan. 28 to help us crown a winner.

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