Southeastern Wildlife Exposition 2023

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Save the date for SEWE! Southeastern Wildlife Exposition is returning to the Lowcountry February 17th – 19th for its 41st annual showcase weekend. First appearing in 1983, this three-day event has become a Charleston staple, bringing the great outdoors right to your doorstep. SEWE weekend attracts a variety of attendees from sportsmen, artisans, and wildlife enthusiasts, however, there are experiences for anyone to enjoy.

The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition is a non-profit organization that encourages environmental and wildlife conservation by educating attendees through these one-of-a-kind events. This organization brings an estimated $50 million in economic impact every year.

SEWE is held in downtown Charleston, offering over 90 events spanning across the Peninsula. There are five different venues including 300 exhibitors and more than 80 artists. Open to the public starting at 10 a.m. on Friday, February 17th, attendees will have various events to choose from.

Dive into this fun-filled weekend at the DockDogs® competition, explore wildlife art exhibits or attend a demonstration for an up-close experience. From returning crowd favorites to new additions, we’ve highlighted a few to check out this year at SEWE.

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General Admission SEWE Events

• Brittlebank Park | DockDogs® Competition | Friday – Sunday
• Charleston Marriott | Coast to Coast: The Pacific Decoy Collection of Richard and Dorothy Wheeler | Friday, February 12th, 10:00am – 5:00pm
• Charleston Place | Quick Draw/Speed Sculpt and Auction | Friday, February 12th, 3:00pm – 4:00pm
• Gaillard Center | Wings Over Water | Friday – Sunday
• Marion Square | Birds of Prey Flight Demonstration | Friday – Sunday

Special Events

• Harbor Club | Charleston Safari Club Annual Gala | Wednesday, February 10th, 6:00pm – 11:00pm
• Johns Island County Park | Intro To Archery | Friday, February 12th, 10:00am – 12:00pm
• The Dewberry | Bourbon & Oysters | Friday, February 12th, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
• The Omar Shrine Temple | SCWA Annual Sportsman Ball | Friday, February 12th, 6:00pm – 10:00pm
• Charleston Visitor Center | Ducks Unlimited Oyster Roast | Friday, February 12th, 6:30pm – 10:30pm
• Union Station Charleston | Birds of a feather Ladies Brunch Benefit | Saturday, February 13th, 10:00am – 2:00pm
• Caw Caw Interpretive Center | Combing the Caw Caw Wilderness | Saturday, February 13th, 1:30pm – 3:30pm
• Garden & Gun Headquarters | Cocktails & Conservation | Saturday, February 13th, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
• Charleston Marriott | Whiskey Tasting | Saturday, February 13th, 2:00pm – 3:30pm
• Brittlebank Park | Lowcountry Social | Saturday, February 13th, 7:30pm – 10:30pm
• Garden & Gun Headquarters | Cocktails & Conversation | Sunday, February 14th, 2:00pm – 4:00pm

VIP Experience at SEWE

• Charleston Place | Live Art Series: Mother-Daughter Duo | Thursday, February 11th, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
• Charleston Place | Private Preview | Thursday, February 11th, 1:00pm – 5:00pm
• Charleston Place | Signature Gala | Thursday, February 11th, 7:00pm – 11:00pm
• Charleston Visitor Center | SEWE Soiree | Saturday, February 13th, 7:00pm – 11:00pm

Learn more about all of SEWE’s events in their Show Brochure. Ticket pricing and packages can be found here.