You can’t beat the views at The Windjammer. | Photo by @amanda.beth.wilkins
One of the best things about warmer weather is that it brings the perfect opportunities to enjoy outdoor concerts. Luckily for us, we have several great options for open-air venues.
Whether it’s a large festival featuring national acts or a more intimate event with local vibes, you can experience live music at these eight Lowcountry venues.
The Windjammer | Isle of Palms | This long-standing, beachside venue is perfect for enjoying live music, beach views, and delicious food.
The Charleston Pour House | James Island | The Deck stage offers a lively atmosphere with a diverse lineup of acts.
The Refinery | Charleston | This mixed-use development welcomes a variety of national, regional, and local performers to the Lowcountry.
Joseph S. Daning Amphitheater | Goose Creek | With amenities including a stage-front dance floor, the Amphitheater provides a great space for the community to gather and enjoy a variety of public performances.
Wednesday, April 23 Tedx Charleston | 12:30 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $65 | Be inspired by a lineup of speakers sharing bold ideas and untold stories from Charleston thinkers, visionaries, and changemakers.
POE-etry Critique Group | 1-3 p.m. | Edgar Allan Poe Branch Library, Sullivan’s Island | Free | Calling all poets: Bring your verses and gather with fellow writers for a supportive afternoon of sharing, feedback, and creative growth.
Sushi Master Class | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewery, Mt. Pleasant | $60 | Learn how to make sushi like a pro, from seasoning rice to rolling and plating beautiful nigiri and rolls.
Thursday, April 24 Spring Acoustic Guitar Series | 5-7 p.m. | Daniel Island Waterfront Park | Free | Relax with live acoustic music by the Wando River and bring your own chair, blanket, and picnic.
Thirsty Thursdays | 5-8 p.m. | Crush Yard, Mount Pleasant | $0+ | Enjoy local beer tastings, play board games with friends, and take advantage of an all-night burger special.
Souvenir Vase Workshop | 6-8 p.m. | A Maker’s Post, Sullivans Island | $75 | Design a keepsake vase using provided or personal trinkets, sip refreshments, and connect with fellow creatives.
Friday, April 25 Spring Boat Show | 12-6 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre | Free entry | Check out the latest boats, marine tech, and accessories at this spring showcase.
Wednesday, April 30 2025 North Charleston Arts Fest | Wednesday, April 30-Sunday, May 4 | Times vary | Various locations throughout North Charleston | Free | Don’t miss this annual event showcasing regional and local artists, with a fun lineup of concerts, children’s programs, dance performances, demonstrations, exhibitions, and more.*
Set to open later this summer, Mount Pleasant will soon be home to a new restaurant and event space. Frank & Jack’s will feature an indoor dining area and bar, an outdoor lawn, a walk-up window bar, and a standalone ice cream shack.
Tech
The inaugural Charleston Tech Week kicks off tomorrow, April 24. Discover how you can get involved in this celebration, featuring a series of events and over 14 organizations coming together to showcase the Holy City as an emerging hub for tech innovation.
Shop
Shop ‘til you drop. Don’t miss Croghan’s big sale tomorrow, April 24. The store will host an in-store sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. with discounts ranging from 10% to 75% off jewelry, giftware, and more. Get all the details.
Eat
Free biscuits, anyone? In celebration of its fifth anniversary, Vicious Biscuits in Summerville is offering a special deal that runs through this Sunday, April 27. The biscuit eatery is collecting children’s books for the George H. Seago Jr. Library. For every book you donate, you’ll receive a free a la carte biscuit. (WCBD)
Community
Calling all Summerville and Dorchester County residents: The Chamber Foundation wants to hear how you envision the community in 15 years. Share your thoughts through this survey, which should take 15 to 20 minutes to complete. Your responses will remain anonymous.
Active
Start your morning at the beach. Beginning next month and running through October, the City of Isle of Palms Recreation will host a free Beach Yoga Series every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. All levels are welcome. (WCIV)
Try This
Spring Markets are returning to Park and Grove. Every Thursday in May from 5:30 to 8 p.m., you can shop at a local vendor market, enjoy live music, and bring your furry friends along. See the vendor lineup.
Coming Soon
OVME, a luxury medical aesthetics studio based in Atlanta, is expanding to the Lowcountry with a new location in Mount Pleasant. The studio will offer OVME’s signature aesthetic treatments, including skin rejuvenation and laser therapies, and plans to open this June.
Featured Deal
Psst — This week, spend $55+ online at Clinique and get a free eight-piece kit with code GIFT. We’re eyeing: a new Almost Lipstick and best-selling mascara.*
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👗 Fashion reimagined
The exhibit honors our local design community and the powerful connection between different eras of fashion and textile history. | Photo provided by The Charleston Museum
A new exhibit will debut at The Charleston Museum on Saturday, May 3, and run through January 18, 2026. “Reimagined Fashion: Creation of the Future Past” will be on display in the Historic Textile Gallery and features original works by local designers from diverse artistic backgrounds.
Each piece is inspired by objects in the museum’s Historic Textile Collection, reimagined as contemporary garments, jewelry, and accessories. Fun Fact: The Historic Textiles Collection includes ~10,000 objects.
Bonus: There’s an opening party on Friday, May 2, to celebrate — be among the first to experience the exhibit. Tickets start at $70.
The Buy
A 100% leak-proof tumbler. The Hydracy Soulmate boasts a sleek design (read: it’s cup holder-friendly), three layers of insulation to keep your drink cold for 24 hours, and is dishwasher safe.
Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network (LMMN) has a splash-tastic lineup of events, including a Dolphin Count happening this Saturday, April 26. Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled day by the water, help count dolphins, and support the LMM team in collecting important data to protect these amazing marine mammals.
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