2024 Summer Events in Charleston
Handsome Properties May 10, 2024
Handsome Properties May 10, 2024
We eagerly await Charleston’s summers throughout the year. Whether it’s soaking up the sun on long beach days, immersing ourselves in the sounds of a music festival, or savoring sunset dinners at the city’s fantastic outdoor dining spots, there’s an activity for every taste.
While the beach holds its allure, it’s equally refreshing to discover other experiences during the extended summer days. Here are some of our favorite recurring events in Charleston to help you plan your summer adventures.
Drayton Hall’s annual Sip & Stroll event includes a landscape audio tour, a complimentary wine glass or koozie, and access to various exhibits. Including the Caretaker’s House Exhibit, Gallery Exhibit, African American Cemetery, Gift Shop, and River Walk. To learn more and purchase tickets, see the Drayton Hall website here.
Charleston’s annual Spoleto Festival USA hosts renowned artists and new performers in multiple genres, including opera, theater, and dance, plus a wide variety of music—from symphonic and chamber to choral, jazz, and folk. Be sure to check out our blog from Spoleto 2023 and explore the Spoleto 2024 website to purchase tickets.
Held from 6:00 – 10:00 pm, Patriots Point’s 4th of July Fireworks blast will include live music, access to more than a dozen food trucks, and a fireworks show after sundown. Tickets are not required, but parking is $20 per vehicle. To learn more about the event, see the Historic Charleston website.
Every Saturday from April to November, Marion Square hosts the Charleston Farmers Market. With booths featuring local produce, food and beverage vendors, art for sale, and live music, this weekly event is a must-visit during the summer months. For more information, check out the official Charleston Farmers Market website.
Every second Sunday of the month, from 12 – 5 pm, organizers shut down King Street from Queen to Calhoun to through traffic. This allows pedestrians to walk down King Street and shop around, visiting the shops, booths, and vendors on the street. To check out details on specific vendors participating in the event, see their official website.
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Monthly, from 9:00 – 11:00 am, stop by Freshfields Village to check out antique and other unique cars while enjoying breakfast from Freshfield’s JavaJava Coffee shop. Visit Freshfields Village’s website for more details on this event and others like it.
Firefly Distillery is set to host live concerts on multiple dates throughout the upcoming summer season. The performances are family-friendly, and tickets are required for children aged two and above. For further information and ticket purchases, visit the Firefly Distillery website.
On Fridays throughout the summer, Freshfields Village will host free, family-friendly concerts with live music from regional bands around the Lowcountry. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs to enjoy an evening of tunes from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. To learn more about the event, check out the Freshfields Village website.
The triathlon, held at James Island County Park, features a 600-yard freshwater swim, a 12-mile bike ride, and a 5k flat run. Over the years, more than 30,000 individuals have taken part in the series. Earning recognition from the Charleston Metro Sports Council as one of the Top Ten Charleston Signature Sport Events. Register for one of the races on the Charleston County Park website.
The Charleston Museum, located at 360 Meeting Street, has several new exhibits and workshops planned for the summer. From new exhibit, The Art of Abstraction Modernism in Quilting, to hands-on workshops ranging in topics from Printing with Mordants and Natural Dyeing with Local Artist Kristy Bishop to a Gullah Rag Rug workshop with Quilter Artist and Designer Cookie Washington, there is something for everyone. Sign up on their website.
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