Eat, drink, and be merry at the edge of America. | Photo provided by @visitfb
Break out your calendar and start planning for the biggest and best events around Charleston. Pro tip: Bookmark this article and see just how many events you can attend in the Holy City this year.
Heads up: Not all of these events have a set date yet and are subject to change.
YWCA Greater Charleston MLK Celebration, multiple locations | Jan. 16-20 | Honor Dr. King’s legacy with a lineup of community events and activities, including a breakfast and MLK Day parade.
Taste of Folly, Folly Beach | Jan. 17-18 | Head to the edge of America for a cocktail competition and Savory Saturday, where Folly businesses will take over Center Street, serving up their best dishes and showcasing live demos.
Lowcountry Oyster Festival, Boone Hall Plantation | Feb. 2 | Get ready for a shucking good time — there will be live music, raw oyster eating and shucking contests, wine, beers, cocktails, a children’s area, and a food court.
Southeastern Wildlife Expo (SEWE), downtown Charleston | Feb. 14-16 | Learn about wildlife and the great outdoors through fine arts, live entertainment, and special events.
Tuesday, Jan. 7 Fitness With the Fishes | 6-7 p.m. | South Carolina Aquarium | $12+ | Get your body moving and your blood pumping in front of the Great Ocean Tank.
Ravioli Making Class | 6-8 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, Mount Pleasant | $50+ | Learn the art of pasta with this hands-on workshop that includes dinner.
Wednesday, Jan. 8 Adult Watercolor Painting and Drawing Classes | 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Locations vary | $240+ | Take a class from watercolor artist Giselle Harrington as she returns to Charleston.
Summerville Shag Club | 6:30-9 p.m. | Summerville Country Club | Free | All ages are welcome to join the free basic shag dance lessons + open dance afterward.
$10 Tuesday | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | The Kickin’ Chicken, Charleston | Enjoy $10 signature sandwiches + wraps all day long at all Kickin’ Chicken locations.*
Thursday, Jan. 9 Candlelight: Classic Rock on Strings | 6:30-7:45 p.m. | The Unitarian Church | $26+ | Enjoy classic rock songs under the gentle glow of candlelight.
🤝 Imagine the impact if we all volunteered on January 20
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Join AmeriCorps in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King by volunteering this MLK Day. | Photos provided by AmeriCorps
Did you know? Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, Jan. 20) is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer.
For 30 years, the MLK Day of Service has grown as more people embrace the idea that citizenship involves taking an active role in improving the communities where we live, work, and play.
Daniela’s Downtown, a new market and deli, opens today, Jan. 7 on Spring Street. Offerings include coffee, espresso, breakfast sandwiches, lunch items, produce, beer, wine, and sodas. Check out the fresh space.
Eat
Heavy’s Barburger has opened its second location on Daniel Island, replacing the former Laura Alberts Tasteful Options. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., they serve favorites like crinkle fries, chili dogs, chicken wings, margaritas, and burgers, just like their Morrison Drive spot. (The Post and Courier)
Development
St. Philip’s Church on Church Street, a well-known feature of Charleston’s skyline, is undergoing renovations. These updates include reapplying gold to the steeple’s cross and addressing painting and stucco. The historic church has sustained damages from fires, wars, and natural disasters. (The Post and Courier)
Cause
Did you know? Charleston Animal Society’s Paws Around Town program lets you spend a day with a shelter pet to help get the animals out for some adventure and in hopes of helping with adoption. Participants complete a foster application, sign paperwork, and are paired with a pet, receiving all necessary supplies. (WCIV)
Trending
Mount Pleasant residents can now follow the town’s official Instagram account. The page shares updates on projects, introduces the staff behind them, and aims to foster local pride.
Coming Soon
El Molino Supermarket is opening a new location on College Park Road in Ladson. Known for its market, bakery, and tacos, the supermarket already has spots in West Ashley and North Charleston. Stay tuned for the grand opening.
Charlestonian
Michael Pitera, owner of Pizza A Modo Mio, will compete in the World Pizza Competition in Italy as part of the 2025 US Pizza Team. Pitera will showcase his skills in pan pizza, nontraditional pizza, and dessert pizza categories. Follow his journey which begins next Thursday, Jan. 16. (WCBD)
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Wellness
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Don’t miss this deal to explore and learn. | Photo by @_stephanieking
Every Saturday this month, Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is offering Pay What You Can admission. This means guests can choose their own admission price to the museum. Tickets must be purchased in person at the ticket booth.
Each ticket gets guests access to the USS Yorktown, USS Laffey, and the Vietnam Experience, offering a full day of exploration and history. The museum’s Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Pro tip: Guests will have to still pay for parking.
The Buy
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A highly-rated hydroponic growing system, so you can still have fresh herbs and vegetables in winter. We like this self-misting version, which avoids root rot and helps plants grow quicker. Hello, fresh leafy greens, basil, and tomatoes.
One event I’m especially looking forward to is the Credit One Charleston Open. Attending for the first time last year was a major highlight, and I’m excited to experience it again this year. I’m particularly eager to watch Emma Navarro, who had such an exciting 2024. See who else is in the tournament.
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