Charleston
Charleston Literary Festival
Friday, November 6 through Sunday, November 15 · Dock Street Theatre and other venues · Ticketed per session
Food and Wine Classic in Charleston
Friday, November 13 through Sunday, November 15 · Multiple venues · Ticketed passes
More than 40 chef demonstrations and four Grand Tastings. The 2026 lineup includes Tyler Florence, Nancy Silverton, Maneet Chauhan, Katie Button and Mike Lata.
Holiday Festival of Lights
Friday, November 13 through Thursday, December 31 · James Island County Park · Per vehicle, $2026 pricing not yet posted
The 38th year. Nightly through December 31, with more than 750 displays across a three-mile drive, and fireworks on December 31.
Summerville
Worship in the Park
Friday, November 13, 6:30 PM · Hutchinson Square
Live music and prayer with Christ Temple a Kingdom Church
Summerville Italian Feast
Sunday, November 15, 11:00 AM · Hutchinson Square
Festival celebrating Italian-America Heritage with local arts & crafts and local Italian cuisine from low country vendors.
North Area
Holy Smokes Lowcountry Barbecue Festival
Saturday, November 14, 11:00 AM · Riverfront Park · Ticketed
More than 50 pitmasters across four themed villages, benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities Charleston.
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