Rivalry Weekend | Through Sunday, Dec. 1 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Islander 71 Fish House and Raw Bar, Isle of Palms | Price of purchase | Bring your game-day spirit + enjoy coastal flavors at this waterfront restaurant.
Blackberry Friday | 12-5:30 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, North Charleston | Price of purchase | Enjoy 50% off all tastings, indulge in specialty cocktails, live music, and a food truck.
Saturday, Nov. 30
2nd Annual Rivers & Glen Top Fly | 5:30-8 p.m. | Rivers & Glen Trading, Mount Pleasant | $35 | The competition will feature 30 tyers who will have a 45-minute window to tie the best overall redfish fly.
Sunday, Dec. 1
Holiday Beach Glass Tree Workshop | 1-3 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, Mount Pleasant | $65 | Get creative while crafting a traditional beach glass tree or Grinchy tree.
The City of Charleston is gifting you free two-hour parking for your downtown holiday shopping. Take advantage of this perk today, Nov. 29, until Tuesday, Dec. 31. See the participating garages + get your voucher. Don’t worry — if you prefer a hard copy, there is a printable version.
Ranked
Lovefood released its “Your State’s Best Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurant” list, naming downtown Charleston’s Dave’s Carry Out the best hole-in-the-wall spot in South Carolina. The website highlighted that guests rave about the seafood platter and described the restaurant as having “no frills inside.” (Holy City Sinner)
Festival
The Historic Charleston Foundation announced the return of The Charleston Festival, which will be held from March 13 through April 13, with 100+ events, including tours, lectures, and workshops celebrating houses, history, and culture. Tickets go on sale this Monday, Dec. 2.
Kids
Are the kids bored at home on Thanksgiving break? Take them out and make some memories as a family. Use our guide — we’ve highlighted the best kid-friendly activities that Charleston has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun. Pro tip: Double-check holiday hours.
Finance
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Drink
In case you missed it, Lowes Foods is raising money for Hurricane Helene relief through Pouring for Neighbors. Head to any Beer Den in North Carolina or South Carolina to grab a pint of the craft beer on Tap No. 1, and $1 per pour will be donated to Feeding America.*
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Hey everyone — I hope you had a great day yesterday, whether you spent it with friends and family, watched the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, or did something else you love.
I’m excited for the Palmetto Bowl matchup tomorrow (go Gamecocks). ICYMI, Florence’s Lowcountry Kitchen is hosting a Watch Party + Oyster Roast. I mean, all-you-can-eat-oysters and football — what’s better than that?
