August Events in Charleston

 

August brings the heat and humidity to Charleston with temperatures reaching well into the 90s. Whether you enjoy being out in the sun or what to cool off by the harbor, we’ve rounded up a few events you’ll want to put on your calendar this August.

 

Beyond Van Gogh | Now through September 4th, 2022 | Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Charleston Area Convention Center, 5000 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston | Tickets $20 – $100

 

Dancing On The Cooper | August 20, 2022 | Mount Pleasant | Dance the night away and feel the harbor breeze for this fun family event. Local bands perform a variety of hits to please audiences of all ages.

 

Exclusive Archaeology Tour | The Heyward-Washington House | Wednesday, August 24, 2022 3 – 4:00 p.m. | The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St. | $40 Museum Members | $55 Non-Members | Reservations required.

 

2nd Sunday | August 14, 2022 1 – 5:00 p.m. | King Street | Celebrate the shops and culture of Charleston Downtown on King Street. Clothing boutiques and restaurants go al fresco, as they shut down traffic south of Calhoun Street and invite pedestrians to walk the historic street.

 

Charleston Farmers Market | Saturdays, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Marion Square 329 Meeting St. | Great meals start with great ingredients. Stock up on local produce at this open-air market in Marion Square, on the corner of King and Calhoun Street.

 

Homegrown at The Point | August 5th, 2022 to September 9th, 2022 | Fridays: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, 20 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant | Tickets $10 Adults FREE for ages 12 & under.