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The soundtrack to your summer starts live at Credit One Stadium

Presented by Credit One Stadium
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There’s nothing like a summer night in Charleston with your favorite artist at Credit One Stadium. | Photos provided by Credit One Stadium
From Chris Stapleton to Elton John and Hootie & The Blowfish, Credit One Stadium has long been the place for can’t-miss concerts — and this year is no exception.

The 2026 Lexus Concert Series returns to the famed venue with an electric mix of rock, indie, pop, country, and rap.

We’re giving you the scoop on everything you need to know before heading to Daniel Island for a show.

Who you’ll see

The series kicks off on Friday, April 24, with Nashville-based singer-songwriter Hardy, followed by contemporary Christian artist Brandon Lake on May 1 and 2.

Here’s a peek what’s coming next:
  • May 17: Pitbull
  • May 30: Machine Gun Kelly
  • June 7: Jelly Roll
  • June 13: Mt. Joy
  • June 16: Lord Huron
As the season heats up, the series continues with headliners like Dierks Bentley, Tim McGraw, Goo Goo Dolls, Zac Brown Band, James Taylor, and more.

What you’ll enjoy

While catching your favorite artists live, grab a drink or a bite from a mix of food trucks, local stands, and stadium classics. (If you’ve snagged a Gamechanger from Home Team BBQ, you’re not alone. We’re big fans too.)

Other tasty options include Orlando’s Pizza, handcrafted kettle corn from Mr. Poppers, Chick-fil-A, and frozen treats from King of Pops.

Plenty of beverage options are available, too, from beer and seltzers to cocktails and lemonade.

How you can level up

Standard tickets get you in the venue, but why stop there?

Take your experience to the next level (literally) by upgrading to Club Level access, which includes complimentary food and drinks before the show.

And before you plan your visit, a little refresher on bags, prohibited items, and weather policies never hurts.
View the full lineup and grab tickets

Asked

What’s your must see show this summer at Credit One Stadium?

A. Can’t miss Pitbull’s high-energy party
B. Singing along with Zac Brown Band
C. A timeless James Taylor performance
D. Rocking out with Machine Gun Kelly
E. Other
Let us know

Events

Wednesday, April 15

Edward Steichen and the WWII Naval Photographic Unit: “All Hands On Deck” | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Citadel | Free

West Ashley Farmers Market | 3-7 p.m. | Ackerman Park | Price of purchase

Willamette Valley’s Pinot | 5:30-9 p.m. | The Cedar Room | $35+

Match Made In Charleston | 7-10 p.m. | Uptown Social | $20+

“The Wiz” | Wednesday, April 15-Sunday, April 19 | Times vary | North Charleston Performing Arts Center| $39+

Thursday, April 16

L.B.M Trunk Show | 10 a.m.-7 p.m. | M. Dumas and Sons, Mount Pleasant | Price of purchase

Garden Hour | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Middleton Place | $50

Brewery Bingo | 6-7:30 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, Mount Pleasant | Free

Ladybird Books X Jen Shoop | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Ladybird Books | $23

Plant Pot or Vase Pottery Workshop | 7-9 p.m. | Charles Towne Fermentory, Avondale | $75

Friday, April 17

Robe à la Française Worn by Eliza Lucas Pinckney | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Charleston Museum | Free with admission

Ramen from Scratch: Noodles, Broth + Balance | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Chef’s Collective | $150

Party at the Point: Motown Throwdown | 6 p.m. | Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, Mount Pleasant | $15

Dance Me: “The Music of Leonard Cohen” | 7:30 p.m. | Gaillard Center | $46+

Towne Centre Spring Boat Show | Friday, April 17-Sunday, April 19 | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre | Free entry

Saturday, April 18

Lowcountry XC + Gravel Mountain Bike Race | Saturday, April 18-Sunday, April 19 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Johns Island County Park — Mullet Hall | $60+

Charleston Area Beekeepers Honey and Bee Expo | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Magnolia Park and Community Garden | Free

Charleston Battery vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies | 4 p.m. | Patriots Point, Mount Pleasant | $17+
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News Notes

A modern six-story building with large windows, brick arches, and a rooftop garden. Trees and plants line the front, with a clear blue sky above.

The 175-room hotel will sit near the Lowcountry Lowline Park.

Photo via BAR-L

Development

Plans for a new eight-story hotel that will replace The Ally are set to move forward after a few tweaks. The project was granted preliminary approval, with the idea that there will be a few changes to the windows and detailing on the west side of the building.

Opening

This Friday, a must-stop caffeine spot is back. Harlow and Pearl will open at The Starlight Motor Inn daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Plan to park along Rivers Avenue or near Maya Del Sol, just not in the motel parking lot, that’s for overnight guests. Pro tip: Starlight offers pool passes.

Coming Soon

There will soon be a new spot to get your post-beach cone. Ben & Jerry’s teased the opening date for its new Isle of Palms location in Ocean Park Plaza.

Plan Ahead

On Wednesday, April 29, the Charleston Music Hall will host leaders, innovators, and performers during TEDxCharleston. The 14th annual event is themed Symphony, which aims to celebrate the blending of diverse disciplines like ancient traditions and cutting-edge robotics. See this year’s speakers and snag your tickets.

Kids

Let your kids run free at Wild Dunes Resort on Sunday, April 19, during the Wild Child Triathlon. The annual race is geared toward those ages 6 to 12 and features swimming, cycling, and running. Law Enforcement Neighborhood Support, the event host, is also seeking community volunteers.

Cause

Next month, Lowcountry leaders will take to the dance floor to support lung disease research. The SC American Lung Association’s Lowcountry Dancing with the Stars Oxygen Ball is set for Friday, May 1 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets include live dance performances, a seated dinner, and silent and live auctions. (Holy City Sinner)

Today Is

Tax Day. Whether you got your taxes done early or waited until today, you’ve earned a reward. Treat yourself to lunches less than $15 around the Holy City.

Shop

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Finance

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Learn

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Event Spotlight

A baby dolphin swims closely alongside its mother, their sleek bodies cutting through the calm, sunlit water. The mother’s large dorsal fin towers protectively above.

Dolphin Week events raise awareness about our finned friends and their role in our ecosystem.

Photo provided by Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network (permit #28781)

Next Monday marks the start of the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network’s Dolphin Week. A days-long effort to raise funds for LMMN’s work to protect marine mammals through science, awareness, and conservation.

“Charleston is lucky to have resident dolphins, but without conservation efforts, we all risk the loss of this amazing natural resource,” said Lauren Rust, Executive Director of LMMN.

The 9th annual effort will run from Monday, April 20, through Saturday, April 25, and will include events such as beach yoga, a kayak tour, a documentary screening, a happy hour, and the featured dolphin count.
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The Wrap

🔨 Grocery store update: a rooftop deck may be in the cards. ICYMI, Erin Carpenter — known from the viral social media videos of renovating spaces (like the Reynolds Laundromat) with her husband in the Charleston area — is updating an abandoned North Charleston building into a vibrant grocery store.
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