Charleston SC 2013 Holiday Events

Celebrate the holidays in Charleston SC at the Holiday Festival of Lights, Boone Hall Plantation Christmas, the Charleston Reindeer Run, the Jingle Bell Ball and more!

Charleston SC Christmas events and holiday celebrations feature Christmas lights, holiday pub crawls, Christmas trees, holiday parades, festivals and more! Enjoy over 700 displays and two million lights at Charleston's Holiday Festival of Lights, listen to your favorite holiday songs at Charleston Music Hall's Christmas Special and watch as boats decorated from stem to stem cruise along the Charleston Harbor in the Charleston Holiday Parade of Boats. Mark your calendar today so that you can enjoy all of these exciting holiday events with family and friends.

Visiting from out of town to experience Christmas in Charleston? Contact our Charleston hotel partners today to enjoy comfortable accommodations, a delicious hot breakfast and more!

2013 Charleston SC Holiday Events:

Holiday Festival of Lights
Now - December 31, 2013
Featuring over 700 displays and two million lights, the Holiday Festival of Lights is a cherished holiday tradition for many families throughout Charleston and beyond. The Holiday Festival of Lights has been recognized around the country and the world. It was featured as the only U.S. event in Moscow's Festival of Festivals. More than just a driving tour, Holiday Festival of Lights offers a magnificent sculpture made from over 50 tons of sand, an up-close look at the lights on the holiday train, mouth-watering treats from Santa's Sweet Shoppe, handmade gingerbread houses a Victorian carousel and more! Call 843-795-4386 for more information.

5th Annual Holiday Pub Crawl in Charleston SC
Now - January 10, 2014
Back by popular demand, the Holiday Pub Crawl is the best way to tour Charleston in a unique and festive way, celebrating everything local! Nothing represents the holiday season better than friends, family, warm cider and spirits, and tables topped with plates of different hors d'oeuvres to enjoy! Visit historic taverns and pubs, feast on appetizers and holiday treats, and taste local craft beer, Christmas ale or beverage of choice during this exciting holiday event! Call 843-577-5535 for more information.

Official City of Charleston Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
November 30, 2013
Holiday festivities kick off on Saturday, November 30th with the opening of a special extended Holiday Farmers Market in Marion Square, followed by the Official City of Charleston Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 4:30PM in the park.

Charleston Christmas Parade
December 1, 2013
Celebrate the 33rd Annual Charleston Christmas Parade in downtown Charleston on Sunday, December 1st. The parade begins at 2PM at the intersection of Calhoun and Meeting Streets and proceeds down King Street to Broad Street to Lockwood Blvd. Bring family and friends to this exciting two hour event!

Boone Hall Plantation Christmas
December 1 - 31, 2013
As holiday time rolls through Boone Hall's magnificent oaks, Boone Hall Plantation Christmas comes alive with festivities, decorations, and good ole southern holiday hospitality, that is only befitting America’s Most Photographed plantation. There’s something special about this plantation home’s holiday attire. For example, there’s a variety of very creative ornaments on one tree that is made with local sweetgrass. On another tree there’s decorations made with cotton and berries grown right on the plantation. There are wreaths made from magnolia tree leaves also grown on these historical grounds. It’s holiday decorating at its finest…an annual affair at Boone Hall.

The Charleston Christmas Special at Charleston Music Hall
December 6, 2013 at 7PM
Seen by over 9,000 people each year, this year's show will once again be all new and filled with more of your favorite holiday songs and dances. This show sells out, so get your tickets early! Call 843-853-2252 for more information.

23rd Annual Reindeer Run
December 7, 2013
The Charleston Reindeer Run starts and finishes in front of Southend Brewery. Register today so that you can race against family and friends at the 2013 Reindeer Run. At the finish line, there will be plenty of music, food and drinks - free for race participants! Complimentary beer will be served from 9:30AM - 11AM as racers cool down and awards are presented. The fun will continue during the After Party, where Southend Brewery beer, Bloody Marys, appetizers and more will be at happy hour prices until 2PM.

Christmas Festival and Parade
December 7, 2013 from 3PM - 9PM
The 2013 Christmas Festival includes a Holiday Market with children's activities, craft and food vendors, and live musical performances on two stages. The Christmas Parade begins at the corner of Montague and Mixson Avenues, proceeds down Montague, around Park Circle, and concludes at Armory Park.

Charleston Holiday Parade of Boats
December 7, 2013
The 32nd Annual Holiday Parade of Boats will be held in Charleston Harbor. Thousands of spectators will view boats decorated from stem to stem with lights! Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place boats in both the power and sail categories, with the best-in-show award going to the highest scoring boat overall. Call 843-724-7414 for more information.

North Charleston Pops - A Rockin' Christmas
December 7, 2013
The POPS! presents a rockin' good time featuring the greatest pops music of the season. Classics like Santa Baby, White Christmas, Jingle Bell Rock, Feliz Navidad, Celebrate Me Home, Merry Christmas Darling, and It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, are just a few of the treats awaiting you on this high-energy holiday concert. Call 843-202-2787 for tickets.

Jingle Bell Ball
December 18, 2013 at 8PM
Mix 95.9's Jingle Bell Ball presents The Fray, Avril Lavigne, Daughtry, Jesse McCartney and special appearances from ZZ Ward! Contact the North Charleston Coliseum at 843-529-5000 for ticket information.

Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker
December 26, 2013
40 star-studded dancers perform Olympic-worthy leaps in Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker. It is the holiday performance for families with magical toys, falling snow, growing Christmas trees, and astounding ballet moves. The Moscow Ballet dancers are world- class and a delight to experience. Celebrate Russian ballet and the beauty of the holidays in Moscow Ballet’s grand production of the Great Russian Nutcracker! Bring the whole family for the quintessential Holiday experience. Tickets are going fast so get your seats now! Contact the North Charleston Performing Arts Center at 843-529-5000 for ticket information.

Danielle Snyder
Charleston SC Events

Thanksgiving 2013 in Charleston SC

Celebrate Thanksgiving in Charleston, South Carolina with holiday events and delicious Thanksgiving Dinners prepared by popular Charleston restaurants!

Kick off your Thanksgiving celebration at the 36th Annual Turkey Day Run & Gobble Wobble 5k and then head to your favorite Charleston restaurant to enjoy a special Thanksgiving dinner this November 2013. Don't let the fun stop there! Spiritline Cruises Gives Thanks by offering a FREE harbor cruise for guests that bring an unwrapped toy for Toys For Tots! Plus, the Carolina Queen is hosting a special holiday dinner cruise Thanksgiving weekend. We look forward to celebrating this special holiday with you in Charleston, South Carolina!

Visiting from out of town to enjoy Thanksgiving in Charleston? Call our local hotel partners today and ask about their special discount hotel rates!

Thanksgiving Events - November 2013: 

36th Annual Turkey Day Run & Gobble Wobble 5k
November 28, 2013 at 9AM
The annual Turkey Day Run & Gobble Wobble is a holiday tradition for Charleston natives and travelers alike. The largest 5K in South Carolina kicks off at 9AM at Marion Square in Charleston. New this year, guests can look forward to a larger beer tent with Blue Moon (Must be 21+), more children's activities including Turkey Painting by Bottles N' Brushes, live music by Plane Jane and a photo finish for the runners!

Spiritline Cruises Gives Thanks
November 30, 2013 from 11AM - 12:30PM
In the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday, Spiritline Cruises is giving thanks to all of their customers and a welcome to those who haven't cruised with them yet. Any guest that brings an unwrapped toy for "Toys for Tots" will enjoy a FREE harbor cruise! There will be festive holiday music on this leisurely 90 minute cruise!

Holiday Dinner Cruise on the Carolina Queen
November 30, 2013
Enjoy a holiday celebration - Low Country style! The Carolina Queen Holiday Dinner Cruise features a gourmet buffet holiday dinner, a two hour scenic harbor cruise, and a mix of holiday favorites and Gullah spirituals performed by The Plantation Singers. There is limited availability, so call 888-224-5037 to book today!

Thanksgiving Dinners in Charleston SC:

Blossom - Thanksgiving Menu 
171 East Bay Street | 843-722-9200

Cypress - Thanksgiving Menu
167 East Bay Street | 843-727-0111

Halls Chophouse - Thanksgiving Menu
434 King Street | 843-727-0090

High Cotton - Thanksgiving Menu
199 East Bay Street | 843-724-3815

Tristan - Thanksgiving Menu
10 Linguard Street | 843-534-2155

Slightly North of Broad - Thanksgiving Menu
192 East Bay Street | 843-723-3424

Danielle Snyder
Charleston SC Events

Charleston SC November 2013 Events

Charleston South Carolina November 2013 events include the 20th Running of the Charleston Cup, the Slim Down the Celebrity Softball Game,  the 16th Annual Tour of Homes, Charleston festivals, local fairs and South Carolina competitions!

Give thanks and celebrate a bountiful Harvest season with a day of feasting, games, music and fun at the 2013 Harvest Festival! Enjoy live music, fabulous food and a full day of horse races at the 20th Running of the Charleston Cup and cheer on your favorite celebrities at the Southwest Airlines Slim Down the South Celebrity Softball Challenge. There are activities and events or people of all ages and interests this November 2013! Mark your calendar today so that you can join us at these Charleston events!

Visiting from out of town? Our local hotel partners offer comfortable accommodations, great rates and easy access to all of Charleston's most popular attractions and events. Give these Charleston hotels a call today to make hotel reservations for these upcoming events!

Charleston SC Events November 2013: 

Art on Paper Fair
November 1 - 3, 2013
The Gibbes Museum of Art is pleased to announce its second-annual Art on Paper Fair. This exciting weekend celebrates the visual arts of Charleston with fabulous artwork for sale, lively programs, demonstrations, and fun events. Held at the Gibbes Museum of Art, the Art on Paper Fair features works on paper from prominent American art dealers featuring works celebrating the south. Call 843-722-2706 for more information.

2013 Harvest Festival
November 2, 2013
Long ago, agricultural families in the Colonial Southeast and across America gathered every fall to give thanks and celebrate a bountiful Harvest season with a day of feasting, games, music and fun. To keep this spirited tradition alive, the Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission will host the 12th Annual Southern Eagle Harvest Fest at Mullet Hall Equestrian Center. Come on down and enjoy some foot-stompin’ live music from five local bluegrass bands. There is plenty to keep the kiddies occupied including hay rides, a stick pony corral, pumpkin decorating, penny diving, lasso demonstrations, crafts and more. Feast on Southern delights like finger-lickin’ Carolina barbeque, kettle korn, and all of your favorite festival foods! Plus, there will be icy-cold beverages available for purchase. Once you’ve eaten your fill, head on over to the crafters market, great for holiday shopping! Call 843-795-4386 for more information.

16th Annual Tour of Homes
November 2, 2013 from 10AM - 4PM
For the first time, homes on both Kiawah and Seabrook Islands will be featured on the Charleston Symphony Orchestra League’s (CSOL) 16th Annual Symphony Tour of Homes. For the past 15 years, the Symphony Tour of Homes has been known for showcasing a wide variety of outstanding residences, each unique in its architectural and interior design, reflecting the varied interests and lifestyles of their owners, and this year is no exception. Guests are invited to tour five exceptional homes, all enhanced by live music provided by CSOL scholarship recipients and Charleston Symphony Orchestra (CSO) musicians.  They will also enjoy a special 5PM concert on The Green at Freshfields Village featuring the Charleston Symphony Orchestra with former Assistant Concertmaster, Stuart Malina conducting. Call 843-873-2627.

North Charleston POPS - Military Salute
November 2, 2013 at 7:30PM
The North Charleston POPS! honors our country’s Veterans and enlisted troops in a moving and diverse concert of patriotic and popular music. Las Vegas artist Steve Lippia sings the biggest hits of Frank Sinatra, Andy Williams and others. The night will also include a video tribute and an attempt to set a world’s record for the most buglers assembled! Call 843-529-5000 for ticket information.

15th Annual Charleston James Island Connector Run
November 2, 2013
Kick off the month of November in Charleston, SC at the 15th Annual Charleston James Island Connector Run! Sign up for the 10K Run & Fun Bike Ride of the 5K Run & Walk! Both runs start at Cannon Park near the corner of Ashley Ave. and Bennett St. Pre-race activities will take place at Cannon Park. The post-race festival will also be held at Cannon Park and includes food, water, beer and a band. Proceeds from the Charleston James Island Connector Run benefit the Gavalas Kolanko Foundation (GKF), a local charity that awards annual scholarships to students with physical disabilities. Call 843-478-5001 for more information.

Holiday Festival of Lights Fun Run & Walk
November 6 - 7, 2013
Join us for a two-mile non-competitive fun run and walk and special preview of the Holiday Festival of Lights at James Island County Park. After reaching the finish line, participants are invited to enjoy all that the festival has to offer. Call 843-795-4386 for more information.

Slim Down The South Celebrity Softball Game
November 9, 2013 at 2:05PM
The Southwest Airlines Slim Down the South Celebrity Softball Challenge is an amazing 'Field of Dreams' day at the ballpark and a softball game between celebrity teams to raise awareness and monies for Louie's Kids to combat childhood obesity in the areas hardest hit by this epidemic. There will be a dedicated kid’s area during the game, funny antics during and between innings and an entertaining game of softball to complete the night!

YALLFest in Charleston SC
November 9, 2013 from 10AM - 7PM
50 of the country’s top Young Adult authors, including 25 New York Times bestsellers will be attending YALLFest this year! Enjoy panels, presentations and signings on three stages on Upper King Street, as well as the infamous YA Smackdown! This event is free except for the keynote and smackdown. The list of 2013 Authors includes Leigh Bardugo, Pseudonymous Bosch, Alexandra Bracken, Libba Bray and many  more! Call 843-853-2252 for more information!

20th Running of the Charleston Cup
November 10, 2013
The 20th running of the Charleston Cup will take place at The Plantation at Stono Ferry on Sunday, November 10, 2013. Started by the South Carolina Jockey Club, the Charleston Cup is much more than just a horse race. The Cup is the social event of the season – and definitely not to be missed! You don’t have to be a “horse person” to enjoy all the Charleston Cup has to offer. The race weekend kicks off with the elegant black-tie Race Ball on Friday. Live music, fabulous food and a special race preview combine to make this gala party an essential element in the total Cup experience. Sunday morning, the real excitement begins as the nation’s top riders, trainers, and owners prepare to compete for purses totaling $50,000. Over 16,000 spectators will enjoy a full day at the races with exciting steeplechase and flat races. The gates open at 9:00AM, and attendees arrive early with their picnic baskets packed with everything from champagne and caviar to fried chicken and cold beer. Call 843-766-6202 for more information!

Charleston Classic
November 21 - 24, 2013
The 2013 Charleston Classic will be held November 21, 22 and 24, at TD Arena in Charleston, SC. The sixth annual event features an eight-team field, including UAB, Clemson, Davidson, Georgia, UMass, Nebraska, New Mexico and Temple. The Charleston Classic will feature a bracket format with 12 games over three days. Each team will compete in one game per day, advancing through the bracket. The two teams that remain undefeated throughout will face off in a championship game on the final day of competition. Call 843-953-2632 for more information.

5th Annual Holiday Pub Crawl
November 26, 2013 - January 10, 2014
The 5th annual Holiday Pub Crawl is back by popular demand! The pub tour is the absolute BEST way to tour Charleston in a unique and festive way, celebrating everything local! Nothing represents the holiday season better than friends, family, warm cider & spirits, and tables topped with plates of different hors d'oeuvres to enjoy! The Pub Tour celebrates the holiday season in the same way, and we invite you to bring your friends and family along on our Holiday Pub Crawl to visit historic taverns and pubs, and to feast on appetizers and holiday treats, while tasting a pint of local craft beer, Christmas ale or beverage of choice. This 2.5 hour tour visits 4 historic pubs where everyone can have their favorite beverage and enjoy complimentary appetizers at two out of the four pubs! Call 843-577-5535 for more information.

Danielle Snyder
Charleston SC Events

Halloween 2013 in Charleston South Carolina

Charleston SC Halloween events include terrifying haunted attractions, trick or treating, costume contests, corn mazes, haunted tours and more!

Celebrate this spooky season at South Carolina's largest haunted event! Boone Hall Fright Nights features four terrifying attractions and an All You Dare to Scare Pass that allows visitors to face their fears at each haunted site!

Don't let the fun stop there! Charleston Halloween attractions will provide fun and entertainment for the entire family! Run from Zombies in the rUNdead Charleston 5k, make your way through the West Farm Corn Maze, trick or treat at the Charleston Museum and experience the Dark Side of Charleston with Bulldog Tours!

Visiting from out of town to celebrate Halloween in Charleston? Make reservations today at one of these Charleston hotels! We look forward to seeing you at these haunted attractions in Charleston SC!

2013 Halloween Events in Charleston South Carolina:

Boone Hall Fright Nights

September 27 & 28, 2013
October 4-6, 10-13, 17-20, 24-27, 30-31, 2013
November 1-2, 2013
Boone Hall Fright Nights is South Carolina's largest Haunted event with 4 terrifying attractions that are re-themed every year. 2013 attractions include Castle Mid-Evil, Zombie Town, the Wicked Woods Hayride, and Little Amy's Nightmare in 3D. Purchase the All You Dare to Scare Pass to experience all 4 attractions for one discount price! Call 843-884-4371 for more information!

West Farm Corn Maze
September 27 - October 27, 2013
Visit Moncks Corner's Wild, Wild West Corn Maze this fall season! Walk through the 2.8 mile Wild West themed corn maze and participate in the FSI: Farm Scene Investigation. Farmer Joe is missing and there are seven farm animal suspects that need to be investigated. Collect the evidence to find the weapon and the location where the crime took place. Visitors will also enjoy the .3 mile corn maze in the shape of a pumpkin, the Pumpkin Barn, a Farm Zoo, Hay Rides and more! Call 843-408-2284 for more information.

The Haunted Jail Tour in Charleston
7PM, 8PM, 9PM & 10PM Nightly
Join us for a behind the scenes tour of The Old City Jail, which housed some of Charleston’s most infamous criminals, 19th century pirates and Civil War prisoners. The Old City Jail was in operation from 1802 until 1939 and most of the building’s original structures remain intact including the cells and warden’s quarters. The Haunted Jail Tour takes you through the cells, hallways and into the places where Charleston’s worst criminals lived and died. This is one of our most popular Charleston ghost tours.Call 843-722-8687 to make reservations! Click here for a $2 coupon!

Where the Wild Things Are - Halloween Classical Kids Concert
October 26, 2013 at 1PM
Learn about the instruments and musicians of a Brass Quintet during this special Halloween Classical Kids Concert!  Come dressed in your favorite costume and be prepared to take part in the Wild Rumpus! Call 843-763-4941 for ticket information.

rUNdead Charleston 5K
October 26, 2013 from 3PM - 10PM
The rUNdead 5K trail course winds and weaves through the woods, clearings, over bridges, across creeks and along the edges of ponds just before sunset. Those who choose to be RUNNERS must compete not only against the clock, but rugged terrain, low lighting and narrow pathways. Also, you’ll be running from and around ZOMBIES! Before, during and after the actual race there will be live entertainment, music, a costume contest, youth area, vendors, food, beer and an AFTERMATH party to die for. Click here for additional information.

Halloween Carnival at Goose Creek Community Center
October 26, 2013 from 5PM - 7PM
Celebrate Halloween with free carnival games and candy, a free jump castle, a costume contest with prizes and a free cupcake walk! Call 843-569-4242 for more information.

Trick of Treat Toddler Day at The Charleston Museum
October 30, 2013 from 10AM - 11AM
Have a spooktacular day painting a pumpkin, making a mask, and decorating a treat bag.  These classes are designed for toddlers (18 months - 3 years) and a parent, grandparent, or friend to play and explore in The Charleston Museum. Each program includes four craft projects as well as finger paints, a puppet stage, a sandbox, and more. Call 843-722-2996 for more information.

Haunted Tours by Bulldog Tours
Every Night of the Week
Bulldog Tours presents the Charleston Ghost and Dungeon Tour, the Dark Side of Charleston Tour, the Charleston Ghost and Graveyard Tour, and more this October 2013! Plan ahead so that you can attend each of these haunted events! You will hear fun and chilling stories of Charleston ghosts, haunted houses, Lowcountry superstitions and more on these exciting Charleston tours! Call 843-722-8687 to make your haunted tour reservations today!

Danielle Snyder
Charleston SC Events

Charleston SC September 2013 Events

Charleston South Carolina September 2013 events feature music festivals, live concerts, Charleston cruises, and more!

Conflict MMA Presents Carolina Cage Fights 13, Lt. Dan is performing live at the Citadel, and the North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center is welcoming popular comedians and musicians this September 2013 in Charleston, SC!

Mark your calendar today so that you can attend these exciting Charleston events. Visiting from out of town? Call our Charleston hotel partners to make your reservations today! 

September 2013 Charleston Events:

Blues and BBQ Harbor Cruises
September 5, 12, 19, & 26, 2013
Enjoy a two hour Charleston Harbor cruise that features a delicious Home Team BBQ Buffet and live blues music by well-known Blues Bands! Tickets are just $39.95 per person. Call 843-722-1112 to reserve your seats today!

Shaggin' On The Cooper
September 7, 2013 - Coastal Breeze Band
Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready for summer and Shaggin’ on the Pier! Live music will fill the air with local bands performing at the Mount Pleasant Pier. Gates open at 7:00pm and the music begins at 8:00pm. All ages are invited to let loose, breathe in the ocean breeze and dance the night away under the stars. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Conflict MMA Presents Carolina Cage Fights 13
September 14, 2013 at 7:00PM
Featuring our 155lb Pro Title fight with Joe "The Hitman" Elmore coming off of a huge knockout of Jerrid Burke in Bellator versus Charleston MMA's own Jeremy "the Lil Beast" Severn after his 2nd round submission in June against Georgia's high ranked Lawson mcClure. Other fighters featured: Stryker Huffman, Chad Booth, Joe Council, Mike Hazzard, Buddy Barre, Kenny "The Karate Kid" Pham, and many more exciting bouts. Call 843-529-5000 for more information.

Lt. Dan Rocks the Citadel
September 14, 2013 at 5:30PM
Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band will be performing in honor of some of our nation's most severely injured Veterans at Johnson Hagood Stadium! More than 200 of these Veterans and their Caregivers from all over the country will be attending. This is a chance for our community to show their gratitude for these Veterans' sacrifice as well as see an incredible show. Please visit www.LDW4.org or any Charleston Visitor Center for tickets and additional details. All proceeds from this event go straight to the Independence Fund (a non-profit organizations run entirely by combat Veterans). Let's show the world how much Charleston appreciates our Veterans!

Blackwater Ukelele Festival
September 14, 2013
The Blackwater Ukelele Festival will be held at Cypress Gardens. The festival is put on by local ukulele enthusiasts. They kick the festival off with a workshop appropriate for the beginner through intermediate players. A free concert will be put on by the Charleston Hot Shots, a "Skiffle" band and The V-Tones, a unique ukulele swing band. Another unique feature is the Boat Jams, where ukulele players man the Bateau boats, 10-12 to a boat, and are rowed around the swamp singing and jamming together. Even the non-ukulele playing visitors to the park get a real kick out of it.

Steely Dan
September 15, 2013 at 7:30PM
Legendary jazz-rock icons Walter Becker and Donald Fagen have announced that STEELY DAN will hit the road again in 2013, taking their Mood Swings: 8 Miles To Pancake Day Tour to over four dozen stops throughout North America. Onstage, Donald and Walter will be joined by those same eight brilliant supporting musicians, now appearing as The Bipolar Allstars, along with The Borderline Brats — three sublime, soulful songbirds.

Boone Hall Fright Nights presents Running Scared
September 22, 2013
Just prior to the official opening of Boone Hall Fright Nights, come experience an all new event that is sure to get your heart pounding. Running Scared is a 5K run, walk, crawl, however you can make it through the Zombie Apocalypse course. As you run through Zombie infested woods at Boone Hall containing Fright Nights sets and scenes; including the all new attraction for 2013 - ZOMBIE TOWN. The object of this run is not to be the fastest (no one will be timed), but to make it to the finish line without being infected. Then join in the ultimate Zombie Bash with music, food, beer and more. This is going to be one “killer” day. 

Sigur Rós
September 25, 2013 at 7:30PM
Sigur Rós announced the ultimate U.S. leg of their globe-spanning tour, which will consist of a final, 20-show run including a stop at the North Charleston Coliseum, September 25th! The tour began a year ago on the East Coast trailing the release of the band’s sixth studio album Valtari, and will continue following next week’s release of its hard-rocking successor, Kveikur (out June 18th). Sigur Rós’ acclaimed live show is not to be missed, and can be seen for the final time in the U.S. during their tour this fall – when it’s done, it’s done. Call 843-529-5000 for ticket information.

S H E Charleston
September 27, 2013 at 10AM
September 28, 2013 at 10AM
September 29, 2013 at 11AM
Introducing SHE…The Ultimate Girls’ Weekend!The SHE image and fresh features promise a buzz-worthy experience. The 3-day affair will be brimming with vendors, celebs and local leaders in fashion, beauty, cooking, entertainment, crafts and healthy living. SHE is a party, a culinary experience, a learning opportunity and a shopping spree all rolled in to one. With fashion shows, demonstrations, giveaways, celebrity appearances and hundreds of mini boutiques, SHE Charleston is the ultimate girls’ weekend for the Lowcountry – a celebration of everything woman.

Rodney Carrington
September 27, 2013 at 8PM
Texas native, Rodney Carrington has been making audiences laugh for almost twenty years with his unique brand of stand-up comedy. The country singer-songwriter has recorded eight major label comedy albums which have sold more than two million copies … two of which have been certified Gold. His albums include such hit comedy-inspired songs as “Dancin’ With a Man”, “Show Them to Me” and “Don’t Look Now”. Do not miss your chance to see Rodney Carrington perform live at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center this September 2013! Call 843-529-5000 for ticket information.

Grace Potter & The Nocturnals
September 28, 2013
The cumulative effects of years of constant touring and the commensurate building of a loyal base one fan at a time have begun to pay off big for Grace Potter & the Nocturnals. During the most recent leg of their Roar Tour, these road warriors, who have grown into a formidable live band during a near-decade of crisscrossing the country, consistently sold out shows, having to add multiple nights in several cities to meet the demand. The tour is quickly turning into one of the summer’s hottest tickets. Call 843-529-5000 for ticket information.

Weekend Getaway in Columbia SC:

Carolina Gamecocks Football Weekend Getaway
September 14, 2013
Join Cocky at Williams-Brice Stadium on September 14, 2013 to cheer on the Carolina Gamecocks football team. Dress in garnet and black to show your support for USC as they challenge Vanderbilt in Columbia, SC. Click here for the full schedule, parking information, and nearby hotels.

Charleston SC Events
Danielle Snyder

Charleston South Carolina August 2013 Events

Charleston SC August 2013 events feature the American Idol Live Tour, Charleston harbor cruises, fishing tournaments, bridal shows, and more!

Visit Charleston, South Carolina this August 2013 to enjoy popular local events and activities. Get up close and personal with Season 12 Idol Finalists at the American Idol Live 2013 Tour. Cruise around the Charleston harbor, dance on Charleston piers, fish along the Cooper River, and enjoy live entertainment and favorite Charleston music venues.

Visiting from out of town this August 2013? Call one of our local hotel partners to make your Charleston hotel reservations today! We look forward to seeing you at Charleston's exciting upcoming events!

August 2013 Charleston South Carolina Events:

American Idol Live 2013 Tour

August 5, 2013
American Idol Live! gives fans the unique opportunity to be up close and personal with Season 12 Idol Finalists Amer Holcomb, Angie Miller, Burnell Taylor, Candice Glover, Curtis Finch Jr, Devin Velez, Janelle Arthur, Kree Harrison, Lazaro Arbos, and Paul Jolley. Plus, Aubrey Cleland joins the Tour as the 11th Idol Finalist thanks to the AT&T American Idol Live Tour Fan Save voted on by the Idol fans. Get your tickets today to see American Idol Live in Charleston, South Carolina! Call 843-529-5000 for ticket information.

Blues & BBQ Harbor Cruises
August 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2013
Enjoy a two hour harbor cruise with a delicious buffet from Home Team BBQ. This event features live blues from well-known Blues Bands. This event is back by popular demand and tickets are limited. Call 888-224-5037 for more details and ticket information.

Under The Sun
August 9, 2013 at 7:30PM
Under The Sun 2013, featuring Smash Mount, Sugar Ray, Gin Blossoms, Vertical Horizon and Fastball. The chemistry of this hard rock lineup is something special. Get your tickets today so that you can be part of Under The Sun 2013 at the North Charleston Coliseum! Call 843-529-5000 for ticket information.

Big Kahuna Fishing Tournament
August 10, 2013 from 6AM - 4PM
The Folly Beach Fishing Pier is one of the best destinations in the Lowcountry for pier fishing. Not just your typical wooden pier, this breathtaking landmark stretches out 1045' into the sparkling Atlantic Ocean and offers spectacular views, fishing, dining, tournaments, special events, and more throughout the year! Call 843-588-3474  for more information.

2013 Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series
August 11, 2013
The 23rd Annual Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series will be held at James Island County Park this August 2013. Nearly 25,000 people have raced in CSTS over the years. The Charleston Metro Sports Council has named CSTS as one of the Top Ten Charleston Signature Sport Events. Call 843-795-4386 for more information.

Joel Osteen in North Charleston SC
August 16, 2013 at 7:30PM
'A Night of Hope' with Joel and Victoria Osteen is an outreach of Joel Osteen Ministries and is an exciting time of praise and worship where attendees will hear an inspirational message from Joel and Victoria along with the electrifying music of the Lakewood Band and Ensemble. Referred to by many as a voice of hope, Joel Osteen reaches one of the largest audiences in the U.S. and across the globe. Call 843-529-5000 for ticket information.

Shaggin' on the Cooper
August 17, 2013 - Palmetto Soul
Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready for summer and Shaggin' on the Pier! Live music will fill the air with local bands performing throughout the season at the Mount Pleasant Pier. Gates open at 7PM and the music begins at 8PM. All ages are invited to let loose, breathe in the ocean breeze and dance the night away under the stars. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

The Southern Bridal Show
August 18, 2013 at 12:00PM
Your dream wedding begins here! Visit the Charleston Area Convention Center on August 18, 2013 for the South's Elite Bridal Event. Brides are able to meet face to face with wedding professionals and find everything you need to create the wedding of your dreams. You can see a photographer's pictures, taste samples of cakes and foods from the caterers, see your future gown and the tuxedo of your groom on the fashion show runway. Listen to the music of your DJ, visualize the flowers, and more! Call 843-529-5000 for ticket information.

Lowcountry Jazz Festival in Charleston SC
August 30 - September 1, 2013
Visit the North Charleston Performing Arts Center August 30 - September 1, 2013 for the Lowcountry Jazz Festival! The 5th Annual Lowcountry Jazz Festival proceeds benefit Closing the Gap In Healthcare Inc. Headliners include Dave Koz and Friends Summer Horns Tour 2013, Clarke / Duke 4 "Bring It" Tour 2013, and Randy Crawford and Joe Sample. Call 843-529-5000 for event details and ticket information.

Cooper River Challenge Pier Tournament
August 31, 2013
Join us at the beautiful Mount Pleasant Pier for a season of fishing tournaments. Part of the Memorial Waterfront Park complex, the 1250-foot long Mount Pleasant Pier stretches out into Charleston Harbor under the foot of the Arthur Ravenel, Jr. Bridge. Along with beautiful views, the Pier offers great fishing! Call 843-762-9946 for additional information.

Charleston SC Events
Danielle Snyder

Charleston SC July 2013 Events

Charleston SC July 2013 events feature July 4th Celebrations, Cyndi Lauper at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center, Jerry Seinfeld live, festivals, fishing tournaments and more!

Visit Charleston in July 2013 to experience popular July 4th festivities, concerts, festivals, dances, races, musicals and more! Cruise along the Charleston Harbor, watch Jerry Seinfeld perform live, attend local festivals, and compete in Charleston fishing tournaments! Check out the exciting Charleston events planned for July 2013 and mark your calendars today!

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July 2013 Charleston Events

Cyndi Lauper at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center
July 3, 2013 at 7:30PM
This tour commemorates the 30th Anniversary of the release of Cyndi's iconic debut album She's So Unusual which spawned four Top-5 hits on the Billboard 100. She will play the album in its entirety as part of the show.

July 4th Celebrations
Celebrate July 4th at popular Charleston attractions including Patriot's Point, the South Carolina Aquarium, and Boone Hall Plantation! Turn your celebration into a weekend getaway to experience everything that this beautiful coastal city has to offer. Click here to learn more about Charleston's 4th of July Celebrations and nearby hotels.

Moonlight Mixers
July 5 & 26, 2013 from 7-11PM
Shag the night away at the Folly Beach Edwin S. Taylor Fishing Pier, where DJ Jim Bowers will be spinning the hottest oldies and beach music. Food and snacks will be available for purchase at Locklear's Beach City Grill and the Gangplank Gift & Tackle Shop located at the entrance to the pier. Call 843-795-4386 for more information.

Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series
July 7 & 28, 2013
2013 marks the 23rd annual Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series at James Island County Park. Nearly 25,000 people have raced in CSTS over the years. The Charleston Metro Sports Council has named CSTS as one of the Top Ten Charleston Signature Sport Events. Click here for additional information.

Murder Mystery Cruise aboard the Carolina Queen
July 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2013
The setting is wartime 1944. Spies roam the world from Washington to London, across Europe and beyond. Churchill and FDR choose a safe location for a top secret exchange: Charleston SC aboard the Carolina Queen. Professional actors create the drama and the fun. A full bar including delicious drink specials, suspense, intrigue, plus laughs! Call 888-224-5037 to book this cruise today!

Blues & BBQ Harbor Cruise
July 11, 18, 25, 2013 from 7PM - 9PM
The Blues & BBQ Harbor Cruises are back by popular demand. Enjoy this two hour harbor cruise with a delicious buffet from Home Team BBQ. Event features live blues from well-known Blues Bands. Call 888-224-5037 and make your reservation today!

Jerry Seinfeld at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center
July 12, 2013 at 7PM
America's premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will be performing his signature stand-up routine. Seinfeld has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere. Seinfeld now sets his sights on performing both nationally and internationally in 2013. Call 843-529-5000 for more information.

Coastal Song Festival
July 12 & 13, 2013
The 2014 Coastal Song Children's Festival invited children's treble choirs from across the United States to share their music. During the week, choirs will perform concerts in beautiful and exciting venues, such as on the Aircraft Carrier Yorktown at Patriot's Point. Call 800-225-9919 for additional information about this festival.

Folly Beach Fishing Pier
July 13, 2013
The Folly Beach Fishing Pier is one of the best destinations in the Lowcountry for pier fishing. Not just your typical wooden pier, this breathtaking landmark stretches out 1045' into the sparkling Atlantic Ocean and offers spectacular views, fishing, dining, tournaments, special events, and more throughout the year! Call 843-588-3474 for more information.

Demo Impossible
July 25, 2013
Watch celebrity Chefs Robert Irvine and Marvin Woods mix it up in the kitchen during Demo Impossible, a special pre-event to the Cooking Well Invitational on the evening of July 25 at the Culinary Institute of Charleston's Palmer Campus in downtown Charleston. These two famous chefs will challenge on another and collaborate to create dishes that are as healthy as they are delicious. Call 803-796-3080 for more information.

Cooking Well Invitational
July 26, 2013 from 9AM - 3PM
Join celebrity chef and "Restaurant Impossible" star Robert Irvine as he emcees Working Well's one-day culinary competition and trade show. Watch ten Gold Apple hospital chefs and their dietary teams compete for a chance to be named the Cooking Well Invitational winner. Attend fun, entertaining and educational sessions throughout the day, and visit vendors offering ideas and samples for healthier meals. The registration fee for the Invitational is only $35 per person and includes a light lunch. Call 803-796-3080 for more information.

Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr. 
July 26 & 27, 2013
This Summer, 83 students spend three weeks learning the magic and discipline of performing in a musical. At the end of the camp, students present their own full-scale musical complete with sets, lights and costumes on stage at the Historic Dock Street Theatre. This July, Charleston's Stage's SummerStage Musical Theatre Camp presents Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr. featuring the hit songs "Part of Your World", "She's In Love" and "Under the Sea".

Danielle Snyder
Charleston SC Events