Don’t miss the Charleston Carifest parade on Saturday, June 14. | Photo provided by Charleston Carifest
June is just around the corner so take out your calendar, grab your day planner, and text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend around Charleston.
Festivals
5th Annual Park Circle Pride Festival | Tuesday, June 3-Sunday, June 8 | Times, locations, and prices vary | Celebrate Pride over six days with diverse events including performances, art shows, markets.
Charleston Carifest Caribbean Carnival | Saturday, June 14 | 4-10 p.m. | Jenkins Orphanage, North Charleston | $15+ | Immerse yourself in Caribbean culture and heritage with live music, food, dance, and vibrant costumes.
Concerts
Old Dominion: “How Good Is That” | Thursday, June 5 | 6:30 p.m. | Credit One Stadium | $29+ | Catch this chart-topping country band live on their latest world tour.
Avril Lavigne: “The Greatest Hits” | Wednesday, June 18 | 7 p.m. | Credit One Stadium | $31+ | Relive the 2000s and rock out to Avril’s biggest hits in this nostalgic tour.
Thursday, May 29 North Charleston Farmers Market | 3-7 p.m. | Park Circle Pavilion, North Charleston | Free entry | Celebrate local produce, handmade art and crafts, and specialty foods.
Wine Tastings | 5-6 p.m. | Freshfields Village, Johns Island | Price of purchase | Sip and discover your next favorite wine during this tasting event.
Friday, May 30 Creative Corridors: Redux Studio Artist Exhibition | 5-8 p.m. | Redux Contemporary Art Center | Free | Explore a group exhibition featuring works by Redux resident artists centered on the theme of “together.”
May Music Bingo | 7-9 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, North Charleston | Free entry | Test your music knowledge in this fun twist on “Name That Tune” meets Bingo — listen to hit songs, mark your card, and compete for prizes.
Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series | 7:30-11 p.m. | James Island County Park | $0+ | Enjoy live old-school roots reggae with a modern flair — bring your chair or blanket.
“The Prince Experience” | 8 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $21+ | Experience Gabriel Sanchez’s tribute to Prince in this fan-favorite performance.
Saturday, May 31 Grand Opening: Clutch Coffee | 8 a.m.-8 p.m. | Clutch Coffee, Mount Pleasant | Price of purchase | Celebrate the grand opening with $2 drinks, custom cake pops, and the Charleston Cheerwine Mocha.
AAPI Night Market | 6-9 p.m. | Navy Yard Charleston, North Charleston | Price of purchase | Conclude the celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with bites and shopping from food vendors, creatives, and local business owners.
Behind The Garden Gate | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Various downtown locations | $75+ | Tour some of Charleston’s most beautiful private gardens, including Capers-Motte House Garden, South Battery Garden Delight, and the Garden at Charles Elliott House.
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Try This
The Charleston Museum’s Kid Tours return this summer, running every Wednesday in June and July. Designed to engage children of all ages, each week features a different theme with tours and hands-on activities. The series kicks off June 4 with Prehistoric Pals. (WCIV)
Community
The Housing Authority of the City of Charleston and the Piccolo Spoleto Festival are teaming up for a free community concert, “Keepin’ Jazz Alive!,” on Thursday, June 5 on Meeting Street. Expect a family-friendly evening with live jazz, food trucks, and vendors. Grab your free tickets here. (Holy City Sinner)
Eat
James Beard Award-winning pitmaster Rodney Scott is partnering with Target to launch a new line of Southern-style barbecue products. The collection includes Carolina-style sauces, honey cornbread, and iced tea. The collection goes live on Sunday, June 1 in stores and online. (Eater Carolinas)
Shop
Lands’ End has teamed up with Charleston-based jewelry brand HART to launch a limited-edition line of Canvas Pocket Totes. Available online and in-store at HART’s two retail locations starting Friday, May 30 for $58. Bonus: The first five customers at each location will receive a free beaded bag charm.
Eat
Savor the season. In celebration of Spoleto, The Select is offering a three-course prix fixe menu with an Italian wine pairing for $55, available now through Friday, June 6. Dishes include Lobster Arancini, Risotto Al Verde, Pasta Primavera, and gelato.
Kids
Mount Pleasant Towne Centre is bringing back Play Dayz, a free monthly morning of activities for kids 10 and under. From June through September, the first Tuesday morning of each month will have activities and a visit from local businesses.
Ranked
Shell yeah. “Dr. Beach” — aka America’s foremost beach expert — released his 2025 list of the nation’s best beaches, and Kiawah Island’s Beachwalker Park landed at No. 6. (Holy City Sinner)
Active
Time to get moving — the annual Youth Triathlon is back on Saturday, July 26 at James Island County Park. Open to kids ages 7–15, the event offers a chance to experience a triathlon in a safe, supervised environment. Registration is $55.
Correction
May is Jewish American Heritage Month, an annual celebration of Jewish Americans’ contributions to history, society, and culture. Did you know? Charleston’s Jewish community can be traced back to the 1690s. Get the full story.
Try This
Prioritizing wellness feels effortless at Longview Carolina, a gated “agrihood” in Easley, SC. Rooted in Blue Zone principles, it blends scenic mountain views, a working farm, and thoughtful design — all just minutes from Greenville, Clemson, and downtown Easley. Learn more + schedule a tour.*
Arts
This summer, you can see 37 of groundbreaking artist Sam Gilliam’s most iconic prints right here in South Carolina. And don’t forget, the CMA is offering free admission all summer long for SC residents.*
Mena Mark Hanna was appointed Spoleto Festival USA’s General Director in 2022. | Photo by Peter Frank Edwards
Spoleto Festival USA is underway, bringing world-class opera, music, dance, and theater to Charleston. We caught up with Mena Mark Hanna, the festival’s General Director and CEO, to hear what’s new this year.
How would you describe the “Spoleto experience” to someone who’s never attended?
Unlike festivals confined to one venue, Spoleto is woven into the fabric of Charleston itself. You’ll move from a dramatic opera at the Charleston Gaillard Center to a chamber music concert in the historic Dock Street Theatre, then perhaps an experimental dance piece in a repurposed space.
What would you like to share with prospective attendees?
Know that it’s our 49th season, a testament to nearly five decades of artistic excellence and innovation — making it a perfect time to return if you haven’t been in a while.
Most importantly, embrace the festival’s incredible diversity by exploring new genres and experiences, and take time to enjoy the charm of Charleston itself.
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Speaking of Spoleto — last week we asked if you’ve been, and here’s what you told us: 15% of you have attended here and there, 24% have it on your list but haven’t made it yet, 17.1% are seasoned pros, and 14.6% are first-timers this year. If you’re still deciding which shows to attend, check out some can’t-miss performances.
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