Before heading off to rooftop views like Ritual, see what the vibe is like on BarGlance. | Photo by the CHStoday team
Choosing where to go for a night out can be a gamble — will your favorite Holy City bar be packed, or should you head somewhere else? Whether you’re looking for a lively nightclub like Trio, a relaxed brewery such as Revelry Brewing Co., or a scenic rooftop, BarGlance aims to take the guesswork out of nightlife.
Founded in Charleston and launched in 2019, BarGlance is an app that provides real-time data on local bars, helping Charlestonians see which spots are popular and what kind of crowd to expect. Think: Virtual barhopping before you go out.
Last month, the company released its latest update, BarGlance AI, introducing new features powered by artificial intelligence:
Live crowd meter | Tracks real-time crowd levels
Bar discovery page | Includes search filters and categories
Bar crowd insights | Uses check-ins and demographic data
Updated bar profiles | Displays popular times, average time spent, and photos
Next time you’re out in Charleston, try BarGlance. It’s free on iOS and shows you real-time info on local spots — perfect for finding your next favorite hangout.
Events
Events
Tuesday, April 1 ACE x Bal Harbour Shops Pop-up | 11 a.m.-11:45 p.m. | Bal Harbour Shops Pop-up, Mount Pleasant | Free | Experience a dynamic workout designed to boost vitality, coordination, and endurance.
Dragon Boat Charleston | 5:30-7 p.m. | Brittlebank Park Docks | Free | Join Dragon Boat Charleston’s new paddling session, open to all cancer survivors, fighters, and supporters.
Jazz in the Park | 6 p.m. | Riverfront Park, North Charleston | Free | Enjoy an evening of live jazz featuring local talent Zandrina Dunning as part of this concert series.
Learn to Crochet | 5-6 p.m. | Park Circle Community Center and grounds, North Charleston | $20 |Those ages 7-16 can learn basic crochet stitches and terms from local fiber artist Emily Enloe of SweetEnloe Crochet.
Wednesday, April 2 Jam Night with Rob Lowe | 6-9 p.m. | New Realm Brewing Co. | Free | Rock out at this high-energy jam session featuring Rob Lowe.
Thursday, April 3 Toast Under the Oaks | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Johns Island County Park, Johns Island | $20+ | Sip wine and beer while enjoying live music and the natural beauty of this 738-acre park.
Charleston County has allocated $8 million in tourism taxes for affordable housing. The fund, made possible by a 2023 state law change, offers below-market loans to developers, supports tourism workers, and operates as a revolving loan without raising property taxes. Applications open in May. (The Post and Courier)
Biz
American Financial Group (AFG) plans to sell Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, including two hotels, a marina, and other amenities. The deal includes a 60-day review period, with closing expected in mid-to-late 2025. AFG anticipates a $100 million after-tax gain if the sale goes through.
Try This
Today, if you stop by a Spinx, you can be among the first to try its new nuggets and Spinx Sauce — a collaboration with Duke’s Mayonnaise. See what our friend, City Editor Danielle from GVLtoday, had to say about the new sauce.
Eat
Mabel Mae’s Bakery, known for using organic ingredients and avoiding refined sugars and dyes, is expanding. The bakery will soon be open seven days a week at Atlyss Food Collective. A soft opening is set for this Saturday, April 5, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Ranked
Shell yeah.This local oyster spot was recently named one of the top-rated seafood restaurants in each state by Yelp. Analysts ranked restaurants based on the number of “seafood” mentions in reviews, as well as rating quality and volume. (WCBD)
Arts
A murder mystery, a holiday play, and a “Shrek” musical — catch them all at The Flowertown Players in Summerville. The local theater just announced its new season lineup, and tickets go on sale today. (WCBD)
Watch
Restaurateur Anthony Scotto — known for his restaurants in NYC and Nashville — is bringing Pelato, a Brooklyn-Italian-inspired eatery to the former Butcher & Bee location next month. Just last week, he shared recipes on “The TODAY Show” — watch the segment.
Concert
Mumford & Sons are coming to the Lowcountry. The English folk-rock band will perform at Credit One Stadium on Daniel Island on Sunday, July 27. Find out how to access the presale. (Holy City Sinner)
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Where to go after the finish line
Check out these special deals for those who completed the race. | Photo via Explore Charleston
We’re just a few days away from the Cooper River Bridge Run, but it’s not too early to start planning where to celebrate. Commemorate the race with one of these four downtown post-run celebrations this Saturday, April 5.
Little Palm | Stop by for a live DJ, tequila specials, and fun photo ops. Need to recover? The Drip Lounge will offer hydrating IVs, and StretchLab will be onsite providing free muscle stretches.
Rusty Bull | Whether you participated or not, all are welcome, but if you did run, show your race bib for a free beer. There will also be live music and a lineup of post-run cocktails.
Bay Street Biergarten | This spot will have drink specials and live music. Bonus: The first 100 guests will receive a free drink from Deep Eddy.
Beautiful South | Enjoy $6 Chasing the Sun mimosas and draft beer, Race participants who are 21+ with a race bib can enjoy a complimentary baijiu shot.
Asked
Asked
Let’s test your knowledge — in what year was the first Cooper River Bridge Run held?
Last week, we asked which April event you’re most excited about, and your response was loud and clear — you’re not. The majority of readers said they weren’t looking forward to any April events. Curious about the full results? Take a look.
Psst: I really hope you clicked one of these links, or this would be pretty awkward.
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