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Active
SWEAT Fitness Series with Athleta | Every Wednesday | 6-7 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Towne Center | Free | Celebrate National Yoga Month with... 🧘‍♀️

Dish
Tiki + Taco Tuesdays at The Watch | Every Tuesday | 4-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop Kitchen + Spirits | Free | Enjoy tacos and drink specials + scope out the Charleston skyline. 🌮

Drink
Whiskey Wednesdays at the Watch | Every Wednesday | 4-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits | Free | Enjoy $7 drink specials + experience breathtaking views of the Charleston skyline. 🥃

TheBuy
Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | Every Tuesday | 3:30-7 p.m. | 645 Coleman Blvd. | Free | Come by for live music, fresh farm goods + items on sale by local vendors. 👨‍🌾
Holy City Farmers Market | Every Wednesday | 4-7 p.m. | Holy City Brewing, 1021 Aragon Ave. | Free | Come by for live music + support local vendors with items for sale. 🌾
West Ashley Farmers Market | Every Wednesday | 3-6:30 p.m. | 55 Sycamore Ave. | Free | Shop local produce + prepared and packaged foods. 🥬
Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Every Sunday | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hw. | Free | Visit this 100% local market featuring a full deck bar, live music, and local food. 🌽

TryThis
Wine Down Wednesday | Every Wednesday | 5-7 p.m. | Old Towne Creek County Park | $20+ | Spend your Wednesday with wine, live music and local food trucks + receive a commemorative wine glass with admission. 🍷

Wednesday, September 1

Arts
Best of the Best 2021 | Wed., Sept. 1 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Alhambra Hall, 131 Middle St., Mt. Pleasant | $40+ | The official celebration of winners from Moultrie News’ 2021 Readers’ Choice Best of the Best. 🏆

Show
Instrumental Jazz Night | Wed., Sept. 1 | 7-10 p.m. | Forte Jazz Lounge | $20+ | Enjoy a night filled with jazz music performed by The Brett Belanger Trio. 🎷

Active
CRC Group Run: Bridge Run from Bar Mash | Wed., Sept. 1 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Mercantile and Mash, 701 E Bay St. | Free | Enjoy a 30-minute run on the bridge with stellar views of the city + socialize with fellow runners. 👟
SWEAT Fitness Series with Athleta | Wed., Sept. 1 | 6-7 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Towne Center | Free | Celebrate National Yoga Month with Kimberly Markin from Power Flow Yoga. 🧘
Y’all Yoga Promo: 10% off packages w/ code WELCOMEYALL | Now-Wed., Sept. 15 | 204 North Cedar St., Suite 201, Summerville | $72-140 | Summerville’s newest yoga studio Y’all Yoga is offering 10% off all class packages with code WELCOMEYALL now through Sept. 15 — visit their website to see the class schedule and book. Ⓟ

Arts
Love, Pumpkins, and Fall | Wed., Sept. 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Painting with a Twist, 2511 North Main St., Ste. B, Summerville | $41+ | Fall in love with your very own pumpkin painting under the instruction of Taylor Murdaugh. 🎃

Drink
Whiskey Wednesdays at the Watch | Wed., Sept. 1 | 4-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits | Free | Enjoy $7 drink specials + experience breathtaking views of the Charleston skyline. 🥃

Thursday, September 2

Dish
Sysco Little Chef Big Chef | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 7-10 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center | $175 | Join Rodney Scott, Mike Lata, Jacques Larson, and Carrie Morey as they mentor five local children — all proceeds help Louie’s Kids fight childhood obesity. 🍽

Show
Kane Brown: Worldwide Beautiful Tour | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 7 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center | $50+ | You won’t want to miss this 2-time CMT Music Awards Winner performance. 🎤
First Thursday Gullah Spirituals Concert | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Unitarian Church | $40 | Dance Sea Island music brought by the ancestors of the Gullah people in the Lowcountry. 👏
That Arena Rock Show | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 8 p.m. | Charleston Pour House | $15+ | This tribute to classic rock ‘n roll music will have you on your feet partying all night. 🎸

TheBuy
North Charleston Farmers Market | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 3-7 p.m. | 4800 Park Cir., North Charleston | Free | Support local farmers like Bernard Freeman Farm + shop for fresh produce — Flight is this week’s featured food truck. 🍅

Active
Bendy Brewski Yoga at Holy City | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 6:30 p.m. | Holy City Brewing | $15 | Enjoy drinks + a view of the marsh as you share yoga love with the community. 🍺

Outdoors
Essentials of Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) for Boomers 50+ | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 9-11 a.m. | James Island County Park | $30 | Mastering the basics of Stand-Up Paddleboarding + meet others with similar interests. 🏄‍♂️

TryThis
Smores, Spirits + Stories | Thurs., Sept. 2 | 8-9 p.m. | The Rise Patio at The Restoration, 75 Wentworth St. | Free | Roast marshmallows + listen to urban legends from local historian Skip Evans. 🔥

Friday, September 3

Arts
Charleston Gallery Association Artwalk | Fri., Sept. 3 | 5-8 p.m. | Charleston Gaillard Center | Free | Explore artwork from local galleries + be the first to experience the start of monthly exhibitions. 🖼
A Tribute to Brain Travers | Fri., Sept. 3 | 5-8 p.m. | Mary Martin Gallery, 103 Broad St. | Free | Experience this memorial artwalk featuring original pieces + all artwork is available for purchase. 🎨

TryThis
Lowcountry Jazz Festival: All White Party Affair | Fri., Sept. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Charleston Gaillard Center | $113+ | Step out this Labor Day weekend in your all white for + dance the night away. 🎺
Edisto Beach Shag Festival | Fri., Sept. 3-Sun., Sept. 5 | Edisto Beach Bay Creek Park, 3706 Dock Site Rd. | $15+ | Celebrate the state’s official dance with activities for the entire family + live music. 🎵

Show
Bright Star | Fri., Sept. 3 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Historic Dock Street Theatre | $32+ | Catch a seat at this moving musical to hear Tony and Grammy nominated scores of bluegrass music. 🎭
Sounds of Summer: Forty Mile Detour | Fri., Sept. 3 | 5-9 p.m. | Nexton Square | Free | Summertime doesn’t stop, bring your own chair or blanket + vibe with Forty Mile Detour. 🎸

Theatre
Ruthless! The Musical | Fri., Sept. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Queen Street Playhouse | $16+ | You won’t want to miss the opening night of this award winning comedic musical. 🎭

Saturday, September 4

2021 Lowcountry Jazz Festival: Day One | Sat., Sept. 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Charleston Gaillard Center | $63+ | Experience some of the world’s best jazz musicians during an unforgettable night of music, shopping, and dining. 🎷

Active
Challenge Course Adventures | Sat., Sept. 4 | 1-2:30 p.m. | James Island County Park | $15 | Showcase your sense of adventure in this outdoor course. 🏞
High Ropes Experience | Sat., Sept. 4 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | James Island County Park | $30 | Immerse yourself in nature with this thrilling opportunity to explore the Lowcountry above the trees. 🌲
Essentials of Kayaking | Sat., Sept. 4 | 2-5 p.m. | James Island County Park | $45 | Glide through your weekend with this laid-back learning experience that’s perfect for all skill levels. 🚣‍♀️

Outdoors
Falling for Flowers and Fruits | Sat., Sept. 4 | 9-10:30 a.m. | Palmetto Islands County Park | $7 | Discover the Lowcountry’s blooming native species with this interactive lesson through the park. 🌺

Sunday, September 5

Show
2021 Lowcountry Jazz Festival: Day Two | Sun., Sept. 5 | 7:30 p.m. | Charleston Gaillard Center | $63+ | Experience some of the world’s best jazz musicians during an unforgettable night of music, shopping, and dining. 🎷

Drink
2nd Annual ‘80s Bar Crawl on King Street | Sun., Sept. 5 | 1-9 p.m. | Location TBD | $19+ | Crawl your way down King Street with drink specials + the chance to win 80’s swag.

Dish
Sunday Brunch | Sun., Sept. 5 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Commonhouse Aleworks, 4831 O’Hear Ave., North Charleston | Free | Top off the weekend with beer + brunch at this Park Circle brewery. 🍻

Active

Beyond the Essentials of Kayaking | Sun., Sept. 5 | 2-5 p.m. | James Island County Park | $55 | Learn lifelong advanced kayaking skills during this hands-on course. 🚣‍♀️
Inaugural Brookgreen Gardens Labor Day 5K | Sun., Sept. 5 | 6-7:45 p.m. | Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | $35 | Spend your Labor Day weekend participating in a 5K through this 9,100-acre property. 🏃‍♂️

Monday, September 6

TryThis
Open Mic Comedy Night | Mon., Sept. 6 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Sparrow, 1078 East Montague Ave. Ste. D, North Charleston | Free, donations accepted | Experience Charleston’s best comics in this 21+ show. 🎤
Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure | Mon., Sept. 6 | 8 a.m. | Charleston County Courthouse, 100 Broad Street Charleston | $30+ | Tour Charleston with this interactive scavenger hunt guided by your smartphone. 🕵️‍♀️
Free A&C Summer Tie-Dye | Mon., Sept. 6 | 12-3 p.m. | Charleston County Courthouse, 100 Broad St. Charleston | Free | Bring your favorite white t-shirt + learn how to create fun tie dye designs. 🎨
Sunset Cruise | Mon., Sept. 6-Sun., Sept. 12 | 6:15-7:45 p.m. | Mingo Point, 876 Kiawah Island Pkwy., Kiawah Island | $390 | Spend sunset with a relaxing cruise down the Kiawah River. 🚤

Show
Randall Fowler with Drew Dangerfield | Mon., Sept. 6 | 7:00 p.m. | The Windjammer, Isle of Palms | $20+ | Experience Randall Fowler’s unique sound of R&B blended into rock and country. 🎸

Tuesday, September 7

WaterCooler
Myrtle Beach Pelicans vs. Charleston RiverDogs | Tues., Sept. 7 | 7:05 p.m. | Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park | $8+ | Bring your 4-legged friends down to The Joe for Dog Day + enjoy $2 hot dogs and beer. 🐶
Charleston Battery vs Tampa Bay Rowdies | Tues., Sept. 7 | 7 p.m. | Patriots Point, Mt. Pleasant | $12+ | Spend your Saturday night supporting Charleston’s premier professional soccer club. ⚽️

Dish
Tiki + Taco Tuesdays at The Watch | Tues., Sept. 7 | 4-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop Kitchen + Spirits | Free | Enjoy tacos and drink specials with Charleston’s skyline as your backdrop. 🌮

Active
Rooftop Yoga | Tues., Sept. 7 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Restoration Hotel | Free | Celebrate National Yoga Month with this complimentary class hosted by Charleston Power Yoga. 🧘‍♀️
Trivia Tuesday | Tues., Sept. 7 | 7-9 p.m. | Container Bar, 2130 Mt. Pleasant St., Mt. Pleasant | Free | Tackle trivia during dinner from 5 local food trucks + top 3 teams win a prize.

Wednesday, September 8

WaterCooler
Myrtle Beach Pelicans vs. Charleston RiverDogs | Wed., Sept. 8 | 7:05 p.m. | Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park | $8+ | Come out for Wicked Wednesday + catch awesome deals on craft beers. 🍺

Outdoors
Jr. Naturalist: Salt Marsh Investigations | Wed., Sept. 8 | 4-6:30 p.m. | James Island County Park | $10 | Pack your favorite pair of boots for this interactive trek through the Lowcountry’s diverse salt marches. 🥾

Active
SWEAT Fitness Series with Athleta | Wed., Sept. 8 | 6-7 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Towne Center | Free | Celebrate National Yoga Month with Megan Rasmussen from The Method. 🧘‍♀️

Drink
Whiskey Wednesdays at the Watch | Wed., Sept. 8 | 4-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits | Free | Enjoy $7 drink specials + experience breathtaking views of the Charleston skyline. 🥃

Thursday, September 9

TheBuy
North Charleston Farmers Market | Thurs., Sept. 9 | 3-7 p.m. | 4800 Park Cir., North Charleston | Free | Support local farmers like Bernard Freeman Farm + shop for fresh SC Certified produce — Whoo Dat Hot Dogs is this week’s featured food truck. 🌭

WaterCooler
Myrtle Beach Pelicans vs. RiverDogs | Thurs., Sept. 9 | 7:05 p.m. | Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park | $8+ | Hey batta, batta — it’s Thirsty Thursday — enjoy $1 beers + support the home team at The Joe. ⚾️

TryThis
Toast Under the Oaks | Thurs., Sept. 9 | 5-9 p.m. | Johns Island County Park | $20+ | Enjoy the natural scenery of the island with wine, beer, live music, and local food trucks.

Outdoors
Let’s Talk Hawks | Thurs., Sept. 9 | 1-3 p.m. | Johns Island County Park | $9 | Expand your horizons by identifying + investigating some of Charleston’s most common birds. 🦆

Friday, September 10

WaterCooler
Myrtle Beach Pelicans vs. Charleston RiverDogs | Fri., Sept. 10 | 7:05 p.m. | Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park | $8+ | Support the RiverDogs at home + end the night with a great firework show. 🎆

Outdoors
Lighthouse Inlet Bird Walk | Fri., Sept. 10 | 8:30-10:30 a.m. | Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve | $9 | Break out the binoculars + discover the lowcountry’s diverse bird species. 🦅

TryThis
Girls Gotta Eat | Fri., Sept. 10 | 8 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $42+ | Ring in the weekend with this comedy show featuring the hosts of popular podcast “Girls Gotta Eat.” 🎫

Saturday, September 11

WaterCooler
Myrtle Beach Pelicans vs. Charleston RiverDogs | Sat., Sept. 11 | 6:05 p.m. | Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park | $8+ | Stay after the game to see if your bouncy ball number hits home plate for a cash prize. 💸

TheBuy
Goose Creek Farmers & Artisans Market | Sat., Sept. 11 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | 519 N. Goose Creek Blvd., Goose Creek | Free | Support local artisans + shop with farmers to the sounds of live music 一 leashed pets are welcome. 🧺

Active

Challenge Course Adventures | Sat., Sept. 11 | 1-2:30 p.m. | James Island County Park | $15 | Showcase your sense of adventure at the park’s outdoor course. 🏞

High Ropes Experience | Sat., Sept. 11 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | James Island County Park - Challenge Course at Outdoor Zone | $30 | Immerse yourself in nature with this thrilling opportunity to explore above the trees. 🌲TryThis
Shaggin’ on the Cooper | Sat., Sept. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Pier, Pier 71 Harry Hallman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant | $8 | Dance to fine + classic beach tunes from The Coppertones along the Charleston Harbor. 🌅

Virtual Inclusive Dance Party | Sat., Sept. 11 | 6-7 p.m. | Virtual | Don’t miss a beat and register for this virtual dance party hosted by Charleston County Parks. 🕺

Show
Carnes Crossroads Summer Barn Jam Series | Sat., Sept. 11 | 4-7 p.m. | Carnes Crossroads, 513 Wodin Pl., Summerville | Summertime is winding down but the vibes are here to stay — enjoy live music from The Blue Dogs + local food trucks. 🎶

TryThis

Dog Day Afternoon: Splash Island | Sat., Sept. 11 | 1-3 p.m. | Palmetto Islands County Park | $10+ | Celebrate the dog days of summer by cooling down with your 4-legged friends at the waterpark. 🦮

Sunday, September 12

WaterCooler
Charleston RiverDogs vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans | Sun., Sept. 12 | 5:05 p.m. | Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park | $8+ | Celebrate the last home game of the season with the ‘Dogs as they wear their Holy City uniforms. ⚾️

Cause

Camp Happy Days Night at the RiverDogs | Sun., Sept. 12 | 5 p.m. | Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park | $150 | Support kids and families facing cancer during Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month + tickets include complimentary beer, wine, and food from RiverDogs executive chef Josh Shea. 🧢

TheBuy
Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sun., Sept. 12 | 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. | The Pour House | Free | Show your support for farmers + artisans by shopping locally. 🧺

Dish
Bluegrass Brunch | Sun., Sept. 12 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Commonhouse Aleworks | Free | Join the Commonhouse Cats for live bluegrass tunes + stay for the chicken and waffles. 🧇


ForKids
Charleston Royal Princess Ball | Sun., Sept. 12 | 10 a.m. | Charleston Marriott, 170 Lockwood Dr. | $25+ | Spend a magical day of songs, stories, and dances with 10 of your favorite princesses. 👑

TryThis
Second Sunday on King Street | Sun., Sept. 12 | 1-5 p.m. | King Street | Free | Visit, shop + dine with your family along Charleston’s “main street”. 🛍
Dog Day Afternoon | Sun., Sept. 12 | 10a.m.-12 p.m. + 1-3 p.m. | North Charleston Wannamaker County Park | $15+ | Bring your 4-legged friends out for a day to cool off at the waterpark. 🐶

Active

Beyond the Essentials of Kayaking | Sun., Sept. 12 | 2-5 p.m. | James Island County Park | $55 | Learn lifelong advanced kayaking skills during this hands-on course. 🚣‍♀️

Monday, September 13

Outdoor
Jolly Folly Pickleball | Mon., Sept. 13 | 8-10 a.m. | Pirate’s Cove Playground, 510 E. Erie Ave., Folly Beach | Free | Stop by for a few rounds of pickleball — participants must sign a City of Folly Beach Activities Waiver. 👟

Family Kayaking | Mon., Sept. 13 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Mingo Point, 876 Kiawah Island Pkwy., Kiawah Island | $45 | Explore the natural beauty of the island on a kayak + keep your eyes out for a dolphin sighting. 🛶

Show
Waterfront Live Music with Dallas Reese | Mon., Sept. 13 | 6-9 p.m. | Salty Dog, 1882 Andell Bluff Blvd., Seabrook Island | Free | Kick off your week with live music on the waterfront — happy hour begins at 4 p.m. 🎶
Fowl Play Duo @ Smugglers Rum Shack- IOP | Mon., Sept. 13 | 5-8 p.m. | Smugglers-Island Eats & Rum Shack, 1122 Ocean Blvd., Isle of Palms | Free | Enjoy good bites + great drinks while listening to Fowl Play. 🍹

Tuesday, September 14

TryThis
Mex 1 Mic’d Up | Tues., Sept. 14 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Mex 1 Park West | Free | Experience Mex 1’s first ever open mic night hosted by Danielle Howle. 🎤
Trivia Tuesday | Tues., Sept. 14 | 7-9 p.m. | Container Bar, 2130 Mt. Pleasant St., Mt. Pleasant | Free | Tackle trivia during dinner from 5 local food trucks + top 3 teams win a prize.
○ Shag Lessons | Tues., Sept. 14 | 7-8 p.m. | Daniel Island Recreation Center | $40 | Learn the basics of SC’s state dance — no partner required. 🎶

Active

Rooftop Yoga | Tues., Sept. 14 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Restoration Hotel | Free | Celebrate National Yoga Month with this complimentary class hosted by Charleston Power Yoga. 🧘‍♀️

TheBuy
Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market | Tues., Sept. 14 | 3:30-7 p.m. | 645 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant | Free | Come by for live music, fresh farm goods + items on sale by local vendors. 🌽

Dish
1/2 Price Sushi Night | Tues., Sept. 14 | 6-9 p.m. | Locals West Ashley, 1680 Old Towne Rd. | Free | Sushi is half off starting at 3 p.m. + live music from Gracious Day starts at 6 p.m. 🍣

Taco Tuesday | Tues., Sept. 14 | All day | Cuban Gypsy Pantry, 5060 Dorchester Rd., North Charleston | Free | $1.75 tacos + $5 margaritas — taco ‘bout an awesome deal. 🌮

Tiki + Taco Tuesdays at The Watch | Tues., Sept. 14 | 4-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop Kitchen + Spirits | Free | Enjoy tacos and drink specials + scope out the Charleston skyline. 🌮

Outdoors

Bird Watching Walk | Tues., Sept. 14 | 7-9 a.m. | Wall Lowcountry Center Complex, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | $20 | Grab your tickets for this intimate bird watching tour before they’re gone. 🦅

Wednesday, September 15

Active

SWEAT Fitness Series with Athleta | Wed., Sept. 15 | 6-7 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Towne Center | Free | Celebrate National Yoga Month with Jessica Youngblood from SPENGA. 🧘‍♀️

TheBuy
Holy City Farmers Market | Wed., Sept. 15 | 4-7 p.m. | Holy City Brewing | Free | Enjoy live music + shop around for items from local vendors. 🧺
West Ashley Farmers Market | Wed., Sept. 15 | 3-6:30 p.m. | Ackerman Park, 55 Sycamore Ave. | Free | Shop local produce + prepared and packaged foods. 🍎

Show
Rocketman: A Tribute to Sir Elton John | Wed., Sept. 15 | 7 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $20+ | It’s a show you don’t want to miss as Tokyo Joe pays homage to the man, the myth + the legend, Elton John. ⚡️
Barn Jam | Wed., Sept. 15 | 5:50-10 p.m. | Awendaw Green, 4853 N. Hwy. 17, Awendaw | $10, cash only | A one-of-a-kind musical experience in the barn with bites from The Roost Bar and Grille & Holy City Popcorn. 🎵


TryThis
Succulent + Rose Quartz Hanging Globe Workshop | Wed., Sept. 15 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | AYO Social-Sips & Bites, 1097 N. Main St. Ste 204, Summerville | $30+ | A great class for beginners + experts, learn about succulent planting and make a hanging globe plant with live instruction. 🪴
Music Bingo | Wed., Sept. 15 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Tideland Brewing | Free | Beats, brews + bingo 一 the perfect mid-week pick up. 🍻
Team Trivia | Wed., Sept. 15 | 6-8 p.m. | Holy City Brewing | Free | Come out with friends as you put your brains to the test 一 cash prizes will be awarded to winners. 🧠

Drink

Whiskey Wednesdays at the Watch | Wed., Sept. 15 | 4-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits | Free | Enjoy $7 drink specials + experience breathtaking views of the Charleston skyline. 🥃

Thursday, September 16

Show
Blake Shelton: Friends and Heroes 2021 | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 7 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum | $68+ | Put on your boots + get ready to sing all night long 一 special guests include Martina McBride and Trace Adkins. 🤠
Joe Clarke Trio | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 7-9 p.m. | Forte Jazz Lounge, 477 King St. | $20+ | Listen to some of Charleston’s best jazz musicians. 🎷TheBuy
North Charleston Farmers Market | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 3-7 p.m. | 4800 Park Cir., North Charleston | Free | Support local farmers like Bernard Freeman Farm + shop for fresh SC Certified produce — Wicked Waffles is this week’s featured food truck. 🧇

Active
Starlight Yoga | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Pier, 71 Harry M. Hallman, Jr. Blvd. | $8 | Embrace the moon + stars as your classroom with live music — participants will receive a glowing prize. 🌠 Momentum Tennis | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 8 a.m.-3:30p.m. | Pirate’s Cove Playground, 510 E. Erie Ave., Folly Beach | Registration required | Enjoy a day of tennis with instruction from Doug + Ryan Kreis — all participants must sign a City of Folly Beach Activities Waiver. 🎾

TryThis

Yappy Hour | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 5-7 p.m. | Wannamaker County Park | $2 | Enjoy live music by Corinne Letourneau and drinks with your favorite furry friend. 🐶

Friday, September 17

Show

Best of Mt. Pleasant Party & Oyster Roast | Fri., Sept. 17 | 6-10 p.m. | Alhambra Hall, 131 Middle St., Mt. Pleasant | $35 | Celebrate 2021’s Best of Mt. Pleasant winners + enjoy oysters, barbecue, beer, wine, and live music. 🦪

Dish
Food Truck Friday | Fri., Sept. 17 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Chamber & Visitor Center, 402 N. Main St., Summerville | Free | Snack on mac and cheese from Mac Daddy + snap a selfie in front of the mural. 🧀

TheBuy
Vintage Market Days: Early Buying Event | Fri., Sept. 17 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Tanger Outlet Mall | $10 | A one stop shop for antique, vintage, repurposed, and handmade items + explore artwork, food venders. 🪑

Arts

Indigo Dyeing Workshop | Fri., Sept. 17 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Leonard Pavilion, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | $150+ | Learn the ancient art of harvesting, preparing + dyeing cloth to make your own silk scarf. 🧣

Mosaic Marking | Fri., Sept. 17 | 9-10 a.m. | Night Heron Park, 4000 Sea Forest Dr., Kiawah Island | $35 | Make a personalized mosaic during this family-friendly activity. 🖼

Saturday, September 18

Active
Charleston Bocce Bash | Sat., Sept. 18 | 8 a.m. | Bishop England H.S. Football Stadium, 363 Seven Farms Dr. | $500+ | Special Olympics SC is turning 53 — celebrate with them by making a team for this year’s Bocce Bash + enter a raffle to win an outdoor furniture set. 🎖

Essentials of Stand-Up Paddleboard | Sat., Sept. 18 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | James Island County Park | $30 | Jumpstart your weekend with this class that will teach you everything you need to know about the basics of paddle boarding. 🌊

Outdoors

Challenge Course Adventures | Sat., Sept. 18 | 1-2:30 p.m. | James Island County Park - Challenge Course at Outdoor Zone | $15 | Showcase your sense of adventure this Saturday at James Island County Park. 🏞

High Ropes Experience | Sat., Sept. 18 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | James Island County Park - Challenge Course at Outdoor Zone | $30 | Immerse yourself in nature with this thrilling opportunity to explore above the trees. 🌲

TryThis

Summerville Sweet Tea Festival | Sat., Sept. 18 | 2 p.m. | Hutchinson Square, Summerville | Free | Celebrate the end of summer in the sweetest way in the birthplace of sweet tea.🍹

TheBuy

Vintage Market Days | Sat., Sept. 18 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Tanger Outlet Mall | $10 | A one stop shop for antique, vintage, repurposed, and handmade items — explore artwork, food venders, and gardners. 🪑

Charleston Night Bazaar | Sat., Sept. 18 | 5-10 p.m. | Pacific Box & Crate Co, 1505 King St. | Free | Shop local with this event featuring jewelry, art, and beauty products + relax with food and drinks from Edmund’s Oast Brewing Company. 🛍

Gullah Geechee Junkanoo | Sat., Sept. 18 | 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | Wall Lowcountry Center Complex and Leonard Pavilion, 1931 Brookgreen Drive, Murrells Inlet | Free | Visit this Bahamian festival featuring music, children’s crafts, informational sessions, and cultural demonstrations. 🎊

Featured Event

Atelier Maison & Co. Monthly Warehouse Sale | Sat., Sept. 18 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Atelier Maison & Co,, 121 Sweeten Creek Rd., Asheville, NC | Free | Escape to Asheville for Atelier Maison’s monthly Warehouse Sale featuring food, drinks, live local music, and up to 40% off discounts. Ⓟ

Sunday, September 19

Active

Intro to Coastal Kayaking: Strokes and Rescues | Sun., Sept. 19 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Folly River Boat Landing | $85 | Develop your kayaking skills by navigating through the Charleston coastline in this hands-on course. 🚣‍♀️

TryThis
Vintage Market Days | Sun., Sept. 19 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Tanger Outlet Mall | $5 | A one stop shop for antique, vintage, repurposed, and handmade items — explore artwork, food venders, and gardners. 🪑

Theatre

Ruthless! The Musical | Fri., Sept. 19 | 3 p.m. | Queen Street Playhouse | $16+ | You won’t want to miss the closing night of this award-winning comedic musical. 🎭

Active

Walk to Fight Hunger | Sun., Sept. 19 | 12-4 p.m. | Riverfront Park, North Charleston | Free | Walk to raise awareness and funds for the Lowcountry Food Bank + stay for live entertainment. 👟

TheBuy

Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sun., Sept. 19 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hw. | Free | Visit this 100% local market featuring a full deck bar, live music, and local food. 🌽

ForPets

Estuary Adoption Event | Sun., Sept. 19 | 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | Estuary Beans & Barley, 3538 Meek’s Farm Rd. | Free | Find a new furry family member at this event hosted by PetHelpers. 🦮

Monday,September 20

Arts

Monday Madness Screen Art | Mon., Sept. 20 | 6-8 p.m. | Painting with a Twist, 2511 North Main Street, Suite B, Summerville | $25 | Learn how to paint screen art with instructor Tanya Watson + enjoy beer and wine. 🎨

Outdoors

Wildlife in the Wetlands Bike Tour | Mon., Sept. 20 | 11-1 p.m. | Sanctuary Hotel, One Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island | $25 | Ride through Kiawah’s diverse ecosystems + learn about the Lowcountry’s native wildlife. 🚲

Tuesday, September 21

Active

Rooftop Yoga | Tues., Sept. 21 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Restoration Hotel | Free | Celebrate National Yoga Month with this complimentary class hosted by Charleston Power Yoga. 🧘‍♀️

Dish

Tiki + Taco Tuesdays at The Watch | Tues., Sept. 21 | 4-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop Kitchen + Spirits | Free | Enjoy tacos and drink specials + scope out the Charleston skyline. 🌮

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Tie Dying on The Rise Patio | Tues., Sept. 21 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Restoration Hotel | Free |

Bring a white t-shirt and add some color to your Tuesday with this tie dying class. 🎽

Mex 1 Mic’d Up | Tues., Sept. 21 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Mex 1 Park West | Free | Stop in for an open mic night hosted by Danielle Howle. 🎤

Tuesday Trivia | Tues., Sept. 21 | 7-9 p.m. | Container Bar, 2130 Mt. Pleasant St., Charleston | Free | Tackle trivia during dinner from 5 local food trucks — top 3 teams win a prize.❓

Wednesday, September 22

Active

Jr. Naturalist: Plants and People | Wed., Sept. 22 | 4-6 p.m. | Palmetto Islands County Park | $10 | Explore the plants of the Lowcountry with this interactive class. 🌿

SWEAT Fitness Series with Athleta | Wed., Sept. 22 | 6-7 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Towne Center | Free | Celebrate National Yoga Month with Erica Sorkin from Pivotal Fitness. 🧘‍♀️

Drink

Whiskey Wednesdays at the Watch | Wed., Sept. 22 | 4-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits | Free | Enjoy $7 drink specials + experience breathtaking views of the Charleston skyline. 🥃

WaterCooler

Charleston Battery vs New York Red Bulls II | Wed., Sept. 22 | 7 p.m. | Patriots Point, Mt. Pleasant | $12+ | You won’t want to miss Hometown Heroes Night with Charleston’s professional soccer club. ⚽️

Thursday, September 23

TheBuy
North Charleston Farmers Market | Thurs., Sept. 30 | 3-7 p.m. | 4800 Park Cir., North Charleston | Free | Support local farmers like Bernard Freeman Farm + shop for fresh produce — Bangin’ Vegan Eats is this week’s featured food truck. 🍔

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Toast Under the Oaks | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 5-9 p.m. | Johns Island County Park | $20+ | Enjoy live music from John Zackery + food from Chicken Fats and Root Note. 🌲

Active

Essentials of Kayaking for Boomers 50+ | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 9-11 a.m. | James Island County Park | $30 | Advance your Kayaking skill set with this interactive course. 🚣‍♀️

Outdoors

Let’s Talk Hawks | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 1-3 p.m. | Johns Island County Park | $9 | Expand your horizons by identifying and investigating some of Charleston’s most common birds. 🌳

Film

Movie Night | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | The Restoration Hotel | $15 | Make your way downtown for a rooftop screening of “Mean Girls” + enjoy your choice of popcorn or movie candy with admission. 🍿

Show

Here Comes the Sun | Thurs., Sept. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | $30+ | Spend your evening listening to the best of the Beatles surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. 🎤

Friday, September 24

Show

Drake White & the Big Fire | Fri., Sept. 24 | 6-10 p.m. | The Windjammer | $47+ | You won’t want to miss this country music star while he performs in the Lowcountry for one night only. 🎤

Here Comes the Sun | Fri., Sept. 24- Sun., Sept. 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | $30+ | Spend your evening listening to the best of the Beatles + watch this fun rock recreation surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. 🎶

Saturday, September 25

Active

Essentials of Kayaking | Sat., Sept. 25 | 2-5 p.m. | James Island County Park | $45 | Glide through your weekend with this laid-back learning experience that is perfect for all skill levels.

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Essentials of Stand-Up Paddleboard | Sat., Sept. 25 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | James Island County Park | $30 | Jump start your Saturday with this fun class that will teach you everything you need to know about the basics of Paddle Boarding. 🌊

Arts

Fine Arts Professional Development: French Impressionism | Sat., Sept. 25 | 1:30-3:30 p.m. | The Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Meeting St. | Free | Calling all fine art professionals — learn from artist Martha Criscuolo as she provides a hand-on approach to teaching French Impressionism in the classroom. 🎨

Sunday, September 26

Active

Beyond the Essentials of Kayaking | Sun., Sept. 26 | 2-5 p.m. | James Island County Park | $55 | Learn lifelong advanced kayaking skills during this hands-on course. 🚣‍♀️

Intro to Climbing | Sun., Sept. 26 | 2-3 p.m. | James Island County Park | $20 | Step into adventure with the climbing course that is perfect for all skill levels. 🌳

TheBuy

Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sun., Sept. 26 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hw. | Free | Visit this 100% local market featuring a full deck bar, live music, and local food. 🌽

Monday, September 27

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Open Mic Comedy Night | Mon., Sept. 27 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Sparrow,

1078 East Montague Avenue Suite D, North Charleston | Free | Experience Charleston’s best comics in this 21+ show. 🎤

Jolly Folly Pickleball | Mon., Sept. 27 | 8-10 a.m. | Pirate’s Cove Playground, 510 E. Erie Ave., Folly Beach | Free | Stop by for a few rounds of pickleball — participants must sign a City of Folly Beach Activities Waiver. 👟

Tuesday, September 28

Active

Lowcountry Senior Series: Archery | Tues., Sept. 28 | 1-3 p.m. | James Island County Park | $20 | Explore the basics of archery with this beginner level course. 🏹

Rooftop Yoga | Tues., Sept. 28 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Restoration Hotel | Free | Celebrate National Yoga Month with this complimentary class hosted by Charleston Power Yoga. 🧘‍♀️

Dish

Tiki + Taco Tuesdays at The Watch | Tues., Sept. 28 | 4-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop Kitchen + Spirits | Free | Enjoy tacos and drink specials + scope out the Charleston skyline. 🌮

TryThis

Mex 1 Mic’d Up | Tues., Sept. 28 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Mex 1 Park West | Free | Stop in for an open mic night hosted by Danielle Howle. 🎤

Tuesday Trivia | Tues., Sept. 28 | 7-9 p.m. | Container Bar, 2130 Mt. Pleasant St., Mt. Pleasant | Free | Tackle trivia during dinner from five local food trucks + top three teams win a prize.❓

Wednesday, September 29

Active

SWEAT Fitness Series with Athleta | Wed., Sept. 29 | 6-7 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Towne Center | Free | Celebrate National Yoga Month with Megan Rasmussen from The Method. 🧘‍♀️

Drink

Whiskey Wednesdays at the Watch | Wed., Sept. 29 | 4-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits | Free | Enjoy $7 drink specials + experience breathtaking views of the city.

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Succulent Wine Bottle Planter Workshop | Wed., Sept. 29 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Palmetto Brewing Company | $40 | Learn about succulent planting + make a planter with live instruction — brews will also be available for purchase. 🌱

Outdoors

Junior Naturalist: Feathered Friends | Wed., Sept. 29 | 4-6:30 p.m. | James Island County Park | $10 | Discover the birds of the lowcountry with this hand-on course. 🦅

Thursday, September 30

TheBuy
North Charleston Farmers Market | Thurs., Sept. 30 | 3-7 p.m. | 4800 Park Cir., North Charleston | Free | Support local farmers like Bernard Freeman Farm + shop for fresh produce — Lola’s Lumpia is this week’s featured food truck. 🍚

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Yappy Hour | Thurs., Sept. 30 | 5-7 p.m. | Wannamaker County Park | Enjoy live music and alcoholic drinks with your favorite furry friend in the beautiful scenery of Wannamaker County Park. 🐶

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