January

Annual Charleston Comedy Festival
843-853-6687

Experience sidesplitting laughter with some of the hottest improv, sketch and stand up-artist tickle your funny bone.

Lowcountry Oyster Festival
843-577-4030

Wow, 65,000 pounds of oyster all in one location. Oysters will be sold to the crowd by the bucket and will be served with cocktail sauce and crackers. The were be live entertainment, an oyster shucking contest, an oyster eating contest, beer and soft drinks.

February

The Chocolate Affair
843-720-2346

Mmmm…chocolate…this annual; gala features catering, spirits, live entertainment, a silent auction and delicious chocolate desserts

March

Charleston Food and Wine Festival
843-722-5547

Sample the best culinary treats Charleston has to offer, view demonstrations and sip the wine. The event also features a Kids’ Village where children can watch, cook and create.

Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens
843-723-1623

Enchantment abounds as you tour through interiors and exteriors of prestigious private residences and experiences their southern charm.

April

Annual Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival
843-884-8517

In honor of the shrimping industry this fun filled event features the blessing of the fleet, face painting, seafood treats provided by local seafood restaurants, shrimp-eating and shagging contest, live music, 40 exhibitors displaying various marine, maritime history and wildlife exhibits.

May

Charleston Maritime Festival
843-722-1030

Entice the family with floating thoughts of a classic wooden boat show, maritime art, a pirate camp, live music, family boat building and a large children’s village.

Annual Charleston Cinco de Mayo Festival
843-225-5288

Sample a piece of tradition with local Mexican foods and relax with a Mexican beer or margarita.

June

Spoleto Festival USA
843-720-1137

Several historic venues in the city will host a multitude of performances by renowned artist ranging from opera, theater, music theater, dance, and chamber, symphonic, choral and jazz music as well as the visual arts.

July

Annual Charleston Beach Music and Shag Festival
843-814-0577

Largest beach music and shag festival ever and they help preserve the music in South Carolina.

September

ChazzFest
843-554-6060

Celebrate the roots of Charleston and the Carolina’s with an eclectic mix of music on 4 stages such as funk, jazz, alternative, rock, country, gospel and R&B.

October

Annual Taste of the Town
843-873-2931

Explore the historic town square in Summerville as you browse through quaint boutiques, sample delicious foods, listen to live music and entertain the children at the kid’s zone.

Annual Confederate Ghost Walk
843-406-1436

Tour guides, actors, and other participants are dressed in period clothing and the living history skits are performed under candlelight or oil lanterns only. Fun and educating event!

Annual Festival Hispano
843-853-8000

Journey through the world of the Hispanic people with thrilling performances, live Latin music, authentic foods, crafts and children’s activities.

November

Harvest Festival
843-795-4386

As the harvest ends the fun begins with a crafters market, country food, hayrides, children’s activities, live bluegrass and other down-home delights.

December

Charleston Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
800-724-7305

Join the community on Marion Square as they light their glorious 60-foot t