Lucky you. You just found CHStoday’s Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events to plan for that are taking place throughout Charleston each month. Psst: Don’t forget to bookmark this page and come back; we update our guide monthly.
Festivals
Flowertown Festival | Friday, April 4- Sunday, April 6 | Times vary | Downtown Summerville & Azalea Park | Free entry | Stroll through this festival featuring local artisans, food, and family-friendly entertainment.
38th Annual Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival | Saturday, April 27 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park | Free entry | Celebrate the local shrimping and fishing industry with a boat parade, live music, and a craft show.
Active
Cooper River Bridge Run | Saturday, April 5 | 8 a.m. | Mount Pleasant + Downtown Charleston | $65+ | Join thousands of runners for this 10K race.
Concerts
Kelsea Ballerini - Live On Tour | Wednesday, April 9 | 7 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum | $41+ | Don’t miss this country star as she brings her chart-topping hits to Charleston.
Friday, March 28 Charleston Bluegrass Festival 2025 | Through Saturday, March 29 | Times vary | Woodland Nature Reserve | $75+ | Enjoy a family-friendly weekend of live bluegrass, scenic camping, local eats, craft vendors, and outdoor adventures.
A Night Out at the Museum | 6-10 p.m. | Patriots Point, Mount Pleasant | $0+ | Watch “Captain Marvel” and enjoy life-size games, board games, card games, music, and entertainment.
Saturday, March 29 The Works Support Your Locals Saturday | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Works Cycle Mount Pleasant | Price of purchase | Browse a community pop-up market featuring over 30 local makers, artists, and small businesses.
Freedom Fest 25 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Hanahan Amphitheater | Free entry | Celebrate community and honor veterans with a day full of fun, food, music, and fellowship.
Charleston Brunch Festival | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Johnson Hagood Stadium | $70+ | Savor brunch bites from Charleston restaurants and food trucks, plus mimosas, bloody marys, beer, wine, live music, and a DJ.
Inaugural Espresso Martini Festival | 3-6 p.m. | The Rickhouse | $55+ | Sip and sample at Charleston’s first Espresso Martini Festival featuring local bartenders competing for the title of best espresso martini.
Credit One Charleston Open | Through Sunday, April 6 | Credit One Stadium, Daniel Island | $10+ |Catch world-class women’s tennis and enjoy on-site activities, experiences, and food throughout the tournament.
Sunday, March 30 Curling lessons | Times vary | Carolina Ice Palace, North Charleston | $50 | Learn the Olympic sport of curling with guidance from Charleston Curling members — all equipment provided.
March Sunday Oyster Roast | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, North Charleston | $45 | Shuck all-you-can-eat oysters while enjoying music from local DJs.
5th Annual West Ashley Family Festival | 2-6 p.m. | McLeod Plantation Historic Site | $0+ | Celebrate with West Ashley businesses showcasing their goods and services alongside music, arts, crafts, food, spirits, and family-friendly fun.
Bout Boxing, a NYC-based boxing studio, is coming to Central Island Square on Daniel Island this spring. The studio will offer various classes combining physical conditioning, agility training, and core work. Classes are designed for all levels and ages. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)
Coming Soon
PickleRage, an indoor pickleball franchise, is expanding into the Lowcountry with a new location in North Charleston. The club will offer lessons, dedicated indoor courts, and community events. The pickleball club is expected to open between July and September. (PR Newswire)
Sports
Another year in the Holy City. College of Charleston’s head basketball coach Chris Mack confirmed he will return for his second year after rumors suggested he might leave for another university. The Cougars finished 24-9 in their first season under Mack. (WCBD)
Biz
Post House, the Old Village restaurant by Basic Projects, is being sold to Indigo Road Hospitality Group, known for local favorites like Indaco, O-Ku, and Oak Steakhouse. The group will also oversee hospitality operations at Seabird Inn, also located in Old Village. (The Post and Courier)
Active
Race for a cause. There’s still time to register for We Are Sharing Hope SC’s 20th Annual Race for Life, taking place tomorrow, March 29, on Folly Beach. The event features 5K and 10K races and aims to raise awareness and promote education about organ, eye, and tissue donation.
Drink
Firefly Distillery is celebrating a major milestone next month — 20 years of serving the Lowcountry. The anniversary celebration is set for Saturday, April 19, and will feature special discounts, live music, food trucks, a barrel ring toss, and a Sweet Tea Cocktail-Making Competition. (WCIV)
Award
Michael Haldeman, owner of SpokeWorks Bicycle Workshop in Summerville, has been named SC’s State Small Business Person of the Year. He is being recognized for his business growth, innovation, and community involvement. Congratulations. (WCIV)
Real Estate
The historic property located in the French Quarter at 27 State St., has been sold for just over $5 million. Built in 1814, the now mixed-use building sits within the boundaries of the original walled city of Charles Town.
Biz
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Try This
🥂 Get ready to pop, fizz, and indulge
We’re digging the decor. | Photo provided by @Madison Maison
Madison Maison, a new champagne and caviar bar, is opening this weekend.
Mark your calendars — the bar opens its doors today, March 28 at 11 p.m., and tomorrow, March 29 at 8 p.m. Starting next week, Madison Maison will operate on its regular schedule: Wednesdays through Saturdays, from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.
We’ve loved seeing creators preview the eclectic space — think: checkered floors, a pink bar, and a bold red ceiling — and we can’t wait to experience it ourselves.
The Buy
The Buy
Don’t miss these Lightning Deals that are available today only as part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale:
🪕 Are you heading out to this weekend’s Charleston Bluegrass Festival? This year, the festival is supporting Park Circle Cares, a nonprofit dedicated to combating food insecurity in the area. Festivalgoers can help the cause by bringing and donating nonperishable food items at the entrance. Here’s what’s needed:
Canned vegetables (low or no sodium preferred) + canned fruit (in its own juice, not heavy syrup)
Canned soups
Canned tuna or chicken (in water preferred, not oil)
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