What’s on in Charleston
Festivals, markets, live music and community events in Charleston and the surrounding area, with dates, venues and admission. Kept current.
Thu, Oct 1
All day
The Fall Tours
Private homes and gardens · Community · $40 to $150 depending on the tour
Fri, Nov 6
All day
Charleston Literary Festival
Dock Street Theatre and other venues · Community · Ticketed per session
Fri, Nov 6
5:00 PM
First Friday Artwalk
Downtown galleries · Community · Free
Sat, Nov 7
11:00 AM
Harvest Festival at Johns Island County Park
Johns Island County Park · Festival · Tickets at ccprc.com
Sun, Nov 8
12:00 PM
Second Sunday on King
King Street · Community · Free
Fri, Nov 13
All day
Food and Wine Classic in Charleston
Multiple venues · Food and drink · Ticketed passes
Fri, Nov 13
All day
Holiday Festival of Lights
James Island County Park · Family · Per vehicle, 2026 pricing not yet posted
Thu, Nov 26
9:00 AM
Turkey Day Run and Gobble Wobble 5K
Marion Square · Community · Register via RunSignup. No race-day registration.
Fri, Dec 4
All day
Southern Living Illumination Charleston
Charleston Visitor Center · Food and drink · Saturday holiday market $125, Friday gingerbread class $225
Sat, Dec 12
12:00 PM
Folly Beach Christmas Parade
Center Street · Community · Free to watch
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