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Charleston and the Lowcountry Events Calendar
To view a quick list of popular annual events, click here.
Please contact the event organizer or sponsor to confirm the event dates. We do our best to keep the information current, however event dates are subject to change.
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2011-2012 Calendar of Events
Charleston Marathon
January 13-15, 2012
Navy Yard at Noisette
www.charlestonmarathon.com
A marathon, half-marathon, 10K and 5K race takes place January 14, with the bike portion (starts in downtown Charleston) held on January 15. Live performers line the race route and add to the fun. Post race festival.
A Night in the Valley Dinner & Auction
January 27, 2012
Trident Technical College, North Charleston
(843) 574-6600
www.tridenttech.edu/wine.htm
This black tie event spotlights the delicious skills of the instructors and students of the Culinary Institute of Charleston who prepare and serve a four-course gourmet dinner paired with wine.
31st Annual Charleston Boat Show
January 27-29, 2012
North Charleston Convention Center
(864) 250-9713
www.thecharlestonboatshow.com
One of the largest indoor boat shows on the East Coast. There are events for adults and children, including the Coast Guard Boating Safety Trailer, Pirate Shows, Fishing Simulator and more. Adults $8, Kids (ages 4-12) $3, Kids under age 3 Free.
Lowlands Oyster Festival
January 29, 2012
Boone Hall Plantation
(843) 805-3084
One of the Charleston area's most popular events! Serving more than 65,000 pounds of oysters to up to 10,000 visitors. Participate in the world's largest oyster roast. Please see Boone Hall Plantation for schedule and ticket information.
22nd Annual Lowcountry Blues Bash
February 10-21, 2012
Downtown Charleston
(843) 762-9125
www.bluesbash.com
A blues-extravaganza — 50 acts and 93 shows in 17 days! Headliners include Doug Deming & The Jewel Tones with Dennis Gruenling, Randy McAllister, and British Blues-Rock Legends: Robert Plant and Robin Trower!
Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
February 17-19, 2012
Downtown Charleston
(843) 723-1748
www.sewe.com
The 30th anniversary of the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) - the event has become the largest of its kind in the country-a three-day celebration of nature featuring wildlife and nature art, conservation research and environmental education.
Charleston Brewvival
February 25, 2012
North Charleston
(843) 343-4727 or (843) 577-5446
brewvival.com
Rare beers, food…and plenty of port-o-potties!
13th Annual Chef's Feast Gala
February 26, 2012
Charleston Convention Center
(843) 747-8146
Some of the best chefs in the Lowcountry offer their dishes in this fabulous fundraiser whose proceeds benefit childhood hunger.
BB&T Charleston Food + Wine Festival
March 1-4, 2012
Downtown Charleston
(843) 727-9998
www.charlestonfoodandwine.com
International stars mingle with Charleston's top chefs and wine experts during this four-day extravaganza designed to celebrate the city's revered local flavors and culinary savoir-faire.
Charleston Road Rally
March 20, 2012
Downtown Charleston
(843) 852-5705
www.charlestonroadrally.com
Start your engines and follow the clues like a scavenger hunt! The Road Rally starts at 4 p.m. at the Citadel Holliday Alumni Center and ends at 6 p.m. in the same location. The Finish Line Party, complete with food, drink, music, prizes and live auctions follows.
Charleston Film Festival
March 1-4, 2012
Terrance Theater
(843) 762-4247
terracetheater1.vpweb.com
Showcasing some of the best pictures and award winning documentaries from the best festivals. Plus, Belle of the South a retrospective of a Southern actor. Filmmakers also have the chance of a lifetime; produce the winning film, (must be made in South Carolina), and get a week of exhibition at the Terrace Theater!
Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens
March -April
Downtown Charleston
(843) 722-3405
www.historiccharleston.org
Sponsored by the Historic Charleston Foundation, this festival features rarely seen interiors of approximately 150 private homes and gardens in 11 different colonial and antebellum neighborhoods.
Charleston International Antiques Show
March
Downtown Charleston
(843) 722-3405
www.historiccharleston.org
Inspired by the rich historical, architectural and cultural heritage of Charleston, the Charleston International Antiques Show (and the concurrent Charleston Art and Antiques Forum) has become established as a premier destination for seasoned antique collectors and those who enjoy learning about the decorative arts.
Charleston Fashion Week
March
Marion Square
(843) 971-9811 ext. 307
Emerging designers, regional retailers and models are showcased in this annual event. See the latest fashions including special seasonal spring and bridal collections.
Flowertown Festival
April
Azalea Park, Summerville
(843) 871-9622
www.summervilleymca.org/flowertown
The Flowertown Festival is South Carolina's largest arts and crafts festival and has been named one of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society. This three-day event is in the charming and historic town of Summerville.
Cooper River Bridge Run
April
Downtown Charleston and Mount Pleasant
(843) 856-1949
www.bridgerun.com
One of the most well-organized and well-conducted races in the world, this 10K (6.2 miles) run/walk begins in Mt. Pleasant, crosses the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and ends in historic downtown Charleston.
Lowcountry Cajun Festival
April
James Island County Park
(843) 795-4386
Celebrate with day-long Zydeco music, Cajun foods, kid's activities and other full-bellied fun.
Charleston Race Week
April
Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
(843) 722-1030 x18
www.charlestonraceweek.com
Billed as the 'World's Friendliest Regatta', it's also a big one. Over 1400 sailors in several different classes of boat are expected to compete.
76th Annual House and Garden Tours
April
Charleston, Historic District
www.thegardenclubofcharleston.org/tours
Enjoy two walking tours of private homes and gardens in the historic Ansonborough and Harleston Village districts from 2 pm to 5 pm on back-to-back days. Refreshments served. Tickets: $40 for one day; $70 for two days.
The Hat Ladies 10th Easter Promenade
April
Corner of Meeting and Broad Streets, 11 am to 11:30 am
www.hatladies.org
Arrive early for the best street-side view of this elegant and picture-perfect stroll.
North Charleston Arts Festival
April - May
Charleston Convention Center
(843) 554-5700
Over 30,000 residents and visitors gather for this nine-day arts celebration featuring performances, activities and exhibitions.
Charleston Dog Show
May
Marion Square
www.charlestondogshow.com
Four-legged friends strut their stuff at this family oriented event. Admission is free. Open 10 am to 2 pm.
Charleston Harbor Fest
May
Maritime Center Complex in Downtown Charleston
(843) 722-1030 ext. 20
www.charlestonharborfest.org
The Charleston Harbor Fest features the majestic tall ships from around the globe. More than a dozen of the world's most famous classic tall ships descend on the waterfront.
Sculpture in the South
May
(843) 851-7800
www.sculptureinthesouth.com
The annual exhibition and sale features more than 20 sculptors juried from across the country, many with national and international recognition and awards, and plenty of children's activities.
Spoleto Festival USA
May - June
Downtown Charleston
(843) 579-3100
www.spoletousa.org
Spoleto Festival USA is 17 days and nights with more than 120 performances of opera, dance, music and theater in venues throughout historic downtown Charleston. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution called Spoleto Festival USA "one of the best arts festivals in the country, if not the world."
Piccolo Spoleto Festival
May -June
Downtown Charleston
(843) 724-7305
www.piccolospoleto.com
As the local counterpart to the big festival, Piccolo Spoleto showcases talented artists and performers from South Carolina and across the Southeast against the backdrop of the internationally acclaimed Spoleto Festival USA.
Charleston Carifest
June
Downtown Charleston
(843) 302-1245
www.charlestoncarifest.com
Part Mardi Gras, part Carnival, this cultural festival is full of Caribbean atmosphere from the food to the music and parades. This year's featured country is the Dominican Republic.
MegaDock Fishing Tournament
July
City Marina
(843) 278-4920
www.megadocktournament.com
Big fish, and lots of them, earn bragging rights and big bucks in prizes.
6th Annual Charleston Beach Music & Shag Festival
August
Charleston
(843) 571-3668
www.beachmusicandshagpreservationsocietyofsouthcarolina.com
Celebrate Labor Day at Shaggin' on the Point
September
Mt. Pleasant
(843) 856-0028
The event features the East Coast Party Band. Come rain or shine. Stop by from 5:30-9:30pm at the Lookout Pavilion at 20 Patriots Point Rd., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464. Cover charge of $7.
Annual Fall Tours of Homes and Gardens
September -October
Downtown Charleston
(843) 722-4630
www.preservationsociety.org
The Fall Tours of Homes and Gardens feature beautifully appointed gardens and architecturally and historically significant homes, churches and public buildings in downtown Charleston.
MOJA Arts Festival
September - October
Charleston
(843) 724-7308
www.mojafestival.com
The MOJA Arts Festival highlights the many African-American and Caribbean contributions to Western and world cultures. MOJA events include visual arts, classical music, dance, music, storytelling, poetry, theater and more.
Taste of Charleston
October
(843) 452-6088
www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com
Some of the best chefs in Charleston prepare their Lowcountry favorites!
Charleston Fine Art Dealers' Association 12th Charleston Fine Art Annual
November
www.cfada.com
Enjoy significant works of original art by visiting eleven participating galleries in the historic district. For tickets and reservations for the auction call (843) 842-4433.
Earl Klugh's Weekend of Jazz
November
Kiawah Island Golf Resort
(800) 654-2924
www.kiawahresort.com/jazz-weekend-at-kiawah.php
Three incredible nights of music! The 2011 line-up will feature Earl Klugh, Mindi Abair and many more!
32nd Annual Parade of Boats & City of Charleston's Official Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 3, 2011
Charleston
(843) 724-7414
Decorated boats parade from Mt. Pleasant to Charleston starting at 5 p.m., while the tree lighting takes place at Marion Square immediately afterwards.
Meet at Fleet! Casual, come-as-you-are, waterfront seafood restaurant. A destination unto itself. Housed in a 1940s retired naval building on the east side of the Charleston peninsula, Fleet Landing features fusion of classic and contemporary Southern seafood fare in a setting that celebrates the area’s waterfront heritage. Featured in Food & Wine Magazine in their trend spotting “Where to Go Next” column. Blue Plate Lunch Specials. Open 7-days a week.
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Nestled in the gardens behind the Wentworth Mansion is one of Charleston's hidden gems. Circa 1886, named for the year the Wentworth Mansion was built, is home to some of Charleston's finest fare. With an extensive wine list and contemporary cuisine, this five-star restaurant offers diners an intimate evening that won't soon be forgotten. AAA Four Diamond Award Charleston restaurant; “Top 100 New Restaurants” Conde’ Nast Magazine; Wine Spectator winner & Dirona Award Winner. |
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