On Friday evening, July 3, Seabrook Island Club and the Town of Seabrook Island hosted an explosive show of fireworks. Hundreds gathered on the driving range of Seabrook Island Club to enjoy music, food, and of course, the fireworks!
Enjoy these pictures from the event.
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Are you looking for an immersive literary experience? This November, the Charleston Literary Festival celebrates its milestone 10th anniversary with a constellation of extraordinary authors, unscripted conversations, and deep connection that will take place at Dock Street Theatre from November 6-15, 2026.
With an emphasis on world-class literary programming, this festival is unparalleled in the US as a center of literary innovation and celebration. The first 21 authors appearing at the Charleston Literary Festival 2026 have just been announced and the listing can be found here.
There are several ways to consider attending the festival. Festival Insider Passes that give access to every world-class literary event over the 10 extraordinary days of the festival are on sale now, and information about the VIP Weekend Experience is now available. The full 2026 Speaker Schedule will drop and all individual tickets will go on sale on September 10. If you would like to attend with your book club, take advantage of the Book Club Concierge to help you organize your trip.
Mark your calendar!
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Check out the wide variety of activities available during June by Charleston County Parks!
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Piccolo Spoleto, Charleston Spoleto Festival’s little brother, is sponsored by the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs and takes place in multiple venues around the city.
May and June will bring a reinvigorated Piccolo Spoleto Festival to Charleston that will feature 250 events, all but 60 of which will be produced by arts and community groups whose independent work has nurtured culture and talent for years. Half of Piccolo Spoleto’s events will be free.
For more information about Piccolo events, click here.
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Check out the wide variety of activities available during May by Charleston County Parks!
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Become Greek for the Weekend, May 8-10, 2026, when the 55th Annual Charleston Greek Festival returns. Lowcountry residents and visitors are invited to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 30 Race Street, to feast on Greek dishes, from salads and moussaka to roasted lamb, gyros, and pastries. Sample Greek wines and beers. Enjoy performances of local Greek dance troupes. Take a guided tour of the church. Stroll through the arts and crafts booths located on the church grounds.
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Mount Pleasant’s annual Blessing of the Fleet will occur Sunday, April 26, 2026, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm at Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park, 99 Harry M Hallman Jr. Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC.
The festival pays tribute to Mount Pleasant’s local shrimping and fishing industry. Festival-goers will be treated to live music, a boat parade, and a ceremonial blessing of the shrimp/fishing fleet. Other activities include seafood samplings sold by local restaurants, shag and shrimp-eating contests, and a craft show.
Admission and family-friendly activities are free. There is limited parking at Memorial Waterfront Park. Handicapped-accessible spaces are available. Park & Walk: Parking is available at the Patriots Point Soccer Complex (85 Patriots Point Road). Free shuttle buses run continually from 10:45 am to 5:15 pm. Find Shuttle Locations Here! Riders are welcome to bring chairs and festival gear on the buses! The last buses leave the park at 5:00 pm.
For more information about the Blessing of the Fleet and Seafood Festival, click here.
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The Spirited Brunch is a self-guided snack tour of downtown Charleston’s prayerful spaces. Positioned as an open house-type event with every congregation on the Charleston peninsula invited to welcome visitors during the three-hour time frame. Notably, the event presents a rare chance for non-members to peek inside historically and architecturally significant sanctuaries. But what makes Spirited Brunch special is that each house of worship is asked to serve a snack representative of its local community or faith tradition.
Date: Sunday, May 3, from 12:30-3:30 pm
Click here for more information on this event.
Click here to find the participating congregations and their snacks.
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Boone Hall Farms will host the Low Country Strawberry Festival over two weekends in April and May. Scheduled events include family-friendly shows, pig races, strawberry pie-eating contests, pony rides, and a petting zoo. A highlight of the festival will be thrill rides featuring a 120 foot Ferris wheel.
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
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Save the Date!
20th Annual Blues by the Sea Festival at Freshfields Village
Sunday, April 19, 2026
3:00 – 7:00 pm,| Freshfields Village
No Cost, No Tickets Required
Guests are encouraged to bring coolers, chairs, and blankets. The event will take place rain or shine under the tent on the Village Green.
Join us for the 20th Annual Blues by the Sea on Sunday, April 19 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm! Head to the Village Green for a complimentary blues show for the entire family.
Check out the wide variety of activities available during April by Charleston County Parks!
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Check out the wide variety of activities available during March by Charleston County Parks!
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