April 2010

Festival of Homes and Gardens
Thurs., March 18 - Sat., April 17
View some of Charleston's finest colonial architecture and wonderfully restored gardens and courtyards at the 2010 Festival of Homes and Gardens.  This three week Charleston festival offers plenty of tours for the whole family to enjoy.  [more info]
Downtown Charleston

Family Circle Cup
Sat. April 10 - Sun. April 18
Daniel Island and the Family Circle Cup Stadium will be buzzing with action!  Choose to explore the "Match Point Market" or get tickets to watch some of the nations top women tennis stars.  [more info]
Daniel Island

Shaggin On The Pier Moonlight Mixers
Fri., April 16
7-11PM
South Carolina's signature dance, the shag, can be practiced and perfected with DJ Rob Duren certain Fridays, from 7-11PM, starting in April and ending in October, 2010.  There will be a mix of oldies and beach music at the Folly Beach Pier those evenings. 
[more info]
Folly Beach

Blessing of the Fleet
Sunday, April 25, 2010
11:30-5PM
Join the festivities at Alhambra Hall for this years Blessing Of The Fleet And Seafood Festival.  Charleston shrimp boats receive a blessing for a successful year ahead in the shrimp business.  Let there be shrimp and plenty of it!  Enjoy live music and seafood from around the low-country and bring the whole family.  [more info]
Mt. Pleasant

March 2010

Charleston Food & Wine Festival
Thurs., March 4 - Sun., March 7
Get your palates and livers ready for a fun filled weekend of eating gourmet food and drinking fine wines, at the Charleston Food and Wine Festival.  Visit the culinary village or book dinner reservations at one of Charleston's participating restaurants.  [more info]
Downtown Charleston

Charleston St Patty's Day
Wed., March 17
Wacky hats, Guinness, Shepherd's Pie, beads, and plenty of flashing...what one can look forward to this St. Patrick's Day in Charleston, SC.  Put your green on and have some fun, Charleston!  [more info]
Charleston, James Island, North
Charleston, Mt pleasant

Festival of Homes and Gardens
Thurs., March 18 - Sat., April 17
Explore Charleston's Historic homes and gardens this spring.  Walking tours are available daily for this staple Charleston event!  [more info]
Downtown Charleston

Cooper River Bridge Run
Sat. March 27
Some walk it, and some run it, the 2010 Cooper River Bridge Run, that is!  Whichever one prefers, Charleston will be booming with excitement, as this is the 33RD anniversary for this Charleston event.  [more info]
Mt. Pleasant, Downtown Charleston

Summerville Flowertown
Festival
March 26, 27, & 28   
Friday & Saturday 9AM - 5PM
Sunday 9AM - 4PM
Visit Azalea Park for in Summerville for this great outdoor Charleston event (actually held in Summerville), for the 2010 Flowertown Festival, held during the peak of the blooming season!  [more info]
Summerville

February 2010

Lowcountry Blues Bash
Fri., February 5 - Tues., February 16
Prepare for some of the countries best blues artists and blues music to hit the Lowcountry, Charleston, South Carolina.  Music venues range all over the greater Charleston area so get out and explore this years Lowcountry Blues Bash!  [more info]
Downtown Charleston, West Ashley, James Island, Mt Pleasant, IOP, Sullivan's Island, North Charleston

Southeastern Wildlife
Exposition
Fri., Feb. 12 - Sun., Feb. 14
Visit Charleston or pack up the whole family for The Southeast's Largest Wildlife Expo!  Visit wildlife exhibits and shows, enjoy fine wildlife art, and dine on some of that exotic game you just don't see all the time.  
[more info]
Downtown Charleston

Valentines Day Charleston
Sun., Feb. 14
Take your honey out this Valentines Day in Charleston.  Yeah flowers and candy also may be necessary but, a fantastic meal at one of Charleston's fine dining restaurants is unforgettable!  [more info]
Downtown Charleston, West Ashley, James Island, Mt Pleasant, IOP, Sullivan's Island, North Charleston, Summerville, Daniels Island

January 2010

Charleston Comedy Festival
Wed., Jan., 20 - Sun., Jan., 23
Get ready to laugh your pants off at The 7th Annual Charleston Comedy Festival presented by Theatre 99  and The Charleston City Paper.  Shows are held nightly January 20 - 23 from 7 -10PM at Venues all around the Charleston area but mostly downtown.  [more info]
Downtown Charleston, James Island, & North Charleston

Charleston Bridal Expo
Sun., Jan. 24, 12-5 PM
Search for wedding ideas, transportation, gowns, caterers, and more.  The Charleston Wedding Expo, brought to you by "A Wonderful Wedding" is a Charleston Event you just can't miss if your getting married soon!  [more info]
Downtown Charleston

Lowcountry Oyster Roast at Boone Hall Plantation
Sun., Jan., 31, 2010 - 10:30AM-5PM
Take out the shucking knives and your warmer clothes for a day filled with oysters, beer, live music, and family fun.  The Low country Oyster Roast at Boone Hall Plantation is staple to any Charlestonian.  If you moved to the Charleston area recently or are just visiting, check it out!  [more info]
Mt. Pleasant