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Wildly fun events happening SEWE weekend
Get in on the outdoor-lover fun or elevate your SEWE experience with one of these several events happening around the Holy City.
February 11, 2026 08:55 AM
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Callie Putnam
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Events
Bring your pup to Yappy Hour at Wannamaker Park
Yappy Hour is an evening filled with drinks, dog fun, and live music.
February 26, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Foodie road trip: Experience Charlotte’s top eats + treats during Savor Charlotte
We’ve got the deets on the top chefs, restaurateurs, mixologists, and bakers to try at Savor Charlotte 2024.
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Events
Golf for a cause + support Charleston County Parks Foundation
Funds from the golf tournament will support current projects.
February 13, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Travel and Outdoors
Three Charleston County Parks are now Certified Sensory Inclusive Venues
This new initiative promotes an inclusive environment for those with sensory needs to enjoy the park during regular hours and during special events.
February 8, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Small Business
Get ready for SEWE at Marsh + Magnolia
The specialty hat shop will get you in the mood for all things outdoors.
January 29, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Weather
Cold front headed to Charleston this weekend
Temperatures will be lower than normal during this time of year.
January 17, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Events
Your guide to SEWE 2024
SEWE is back with old and new elements.
January 11, 2024
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Erika Ross
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Travel and Outdoors
Off-Road Duathlon race returns to Laurel Hill County Park
Register for the run-bike-run event in Mount Pleasant.
January 4, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Road trip: Columbia, SC for the solo traveler
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