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Event Spotlight

The photo shows an aerial photo of Riverfront Park during the music festival Riverfront Revival. The park has two large stages.

Riverfront Revival, a Lowcountry music festival, was first held in 2022.

Photo by Stuart White

Get ready to rock ike a “Wagon Wheel.” Darius Rucker’s Riverfront Revival has announced its lineup, and it’s loaded.

Rucker, Charleston’s own award-winning artist, is bringing Gavin Adcock, Old Dominion, BigXthaPlug, Nelly, and Charles Wesley Godwin to town. See the rest of the lineup.

This two-day music festival returns Friday, Oct. 9, through Saturday, Oct. 10. Secure your tickets.

Asked

Do you remember who was on last year’s lineup?

A. Megan Moroney
B. Riley Green
C. Lainey Wilson
D. Morgan Wallen
Time to sound off
Charleston Stage

Events

Tuesday, April 7

Spring Break at the Aquarium | Tuesday, April 7-Sunday, April 12 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | South Carolina Aquarium | $36+

Children’s Museum Week | Tuesday, April 7-Saturday, April 11 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry | Free with admission

Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | 3:30-7 p.m. | Farmers Market Pavilion, Mount Pleasant | Price of purchase

Baseball: The Citadel vs Charleston Southern | 6-9 p.m. | The Joe | $10+

Wednesday, April 8

The Charleston Festival | Wednesday, April 8-Saturday, April 11 | 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. | Various locations downtown | $20+

Female Entrepreneurs in the Lowcountry | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | American Theatre | $55

Golden Hour Hanami Party | 5-8 p.m. | Shokudô | $50

Thursday, April 9

Landowner + Farm Conservation Workshop | 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Trident Technical College (Building 920), North Charleston | Free

Revolutionary War Siege Lines Walking Tour with Director Carl Borick | 5:30 p.m. | The Charleston Museum | $10

Music in the Parks with Southbound 17 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Magnolia Park and Community Garden | Free
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News Notes

Exterior of Lou Lou's Tavern on the Tracks with a rustic wooden sign. Red metal beams and string lights create a welcoming urban atmosphere.

We could see ourselves stopping by Lou Lou’s before a show at The Refinery.

Photo by Lou Lou’s Tavern on the Tracks

Opening

Epic Hospitality, the group behind Mex 1 Coastal Cantina and Islander 71, is opening Lou Lou’s Tavern on the Tracks this spring. Located at the Refinery, the new spot aims to be a music-driven tavern offering food, drinks, and a space for community and local partnerships woven into its programming.

Announced

Pounce Cat Cafe hopes to reopen this week after a temporary closure. The team had been operating at limited capacity for several weeks. Here’s how you can support them until their doors officially reopen.

Concert

Dance-pop duo Two Friends, known for their popular remixes and high-energy shows, are coming to the 843. On Friday, June 19 the pair will play atop the USS Yorktown. Tickets are on sale now.

Number

110,000. That’s how many tons Virgin Voyages’ Valiant Lady was that docked at Union Pier last Friday. Fun fact: That’s the largest cruise ship to ever dock in the Holy City. The ship brought 2,700+ travelers to town.

Asked

A more than 100-year-old tree at the future Gather MTP (a 5-acre entertainment and retail space) needs a name, and the team is asking for your help. Head to their Instagram page and DM them your suggestions. Whoever comes up with the winning name will get gift cards to Gather MTP.

Show

The 2026 Lexus Concert Series returns to Credit One Stadium this month, bringing a jam-packed lineup of artists across rock, indie, pop, country, and rap. Our advice? Take a look at the schedule and start planning your summer shows. Think: Pitbull, Zac Brown Band, James Taylor, and more.*

Cause

The 16th Annual Harvest Dinner is Thursday, May 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Enston Home’s urban farm. Hosted by The Green Heart Project and Charleston Housing Authority, the event celebrates growing food, minds, and community, featuring barbecue, veggie sides, live music, and family-friendly activities.
Charleston Symphony

Post of the Day

She did it again. Jessica Pegula is the back-to-back reigning champ of the Credit One Charleston Open.

Pegula defeated the first-time finalist, Yuliia Starodubtseva, in straight sets in 82 minutes to win the tournament. Fun fact: Pegula is the tournament’s first repeat champion since Serena Williams in 2013.
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The Wrap

Today’s edition by: Callie

ICYMI, CO, the modern Asian destination on King Street, launched a sushi menu. Pro tip: Start with the tuna tataki and crab + pork spring rolls, then go for the Fiji Salmon, Lotus, and Jersey rolls.
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