Things to do in Charleston (2022)

What: Free Admission Day at Fort Moultrie
When: Mon. Jan. 16, 2023
Where: Fort Moultrie
Time: 9 am - 4 pm
How Much: Free


Fort Moultrie is offering free admission on Monday, Jan. 16, 2023. Fort Moultrie is a series of fortifications on Sullivan's Island, South Carolina, built to protect the city of Charleston. Fort Moultrie is the only area of the National Park System where the entire 171-year history of American seacoast defense (1776–1947) can be traced.

What: Charleston Restaurant Week
When: Jan. 12 - 22, 2023
Where: Charleston, SC
Time: Varies
How Much: Varies


Charleston Restaurant Week is one of the most highly anticipated culinary events in the Charleston area. It is an opportunity to enjoy the world-renowned cuisine of the Lowcountry as participating restaurants offer prix fixe lunch and dinner menus.

What: Taste of Folly
When: Jan. 14, 2023
Where: Center Street - Folly Beach
Time: 10 am - 4 pm.
How Much: $15


A Festival that celebrates all of the deliciousness available on Folly Beach. Eat and drink your way through Folly and enjoy live music, street vendors, and more.

What: Sunday Brunch Farmers Market
When: Sun., Dec. 18, 2022
Where: The Pour House
Time: 11 am - 3 pm
How Much: Free


Show your support for farmers and artisans by shopping locally.

What: Santa Sundays at the Aquarium
When: Sun., Dec. 18, 2022
Where: South Carolina Aquarium
Time: 10 am - 1:30 pm
How Much: General Admission Required


Santa Claus is coming to Charleston! Stop by the Aquarium on Santa Sundays to meet jolly old St. Nick himself and pose for a keepsake photo. Please note, either a general admission ticket or member reservation for the Aquarium is required to participate in Santa Sundays.

What: Sea Island Farmers Market
When: Sat., Dec. 17, 2022
Where: Charleston Collegiate Campus, 2024 Academy Rd, Johns Island
Time: 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
How Much: Free


Shop small this Saturday with a wide variety of vendors, food trucks, and live music.

What: Charleston Holiday Market
When: Sat. Dec. 17, 2022
Where: Marion Square
Time: 8 am - 2 pm
How Much: Free


Shop Local this Holiday Season at our Annual Charleston Holiday Market in Marion Square on Saturdays & Sundays, 9am-3pm for the first three weekends in December. Enjoy a bounty of fresh local produce & homegrown creativity with additional vendors and decorations!

What: 8th Annual Holy City Holiday Market
When: Dec. 17, 2022
Where: Holy City Brewing
Time: 12 pm - 5 pm.
How Much: Free


Holy City Brewing will host over one hundred local vendors.

What: Early Morning Bird Walks
When: Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022
Where: Caw Caw Interpretive Center
Time: 8:30 am - 10:30 am
How Much: $9


Join us on one or more of our regular bird walks. Our trek through many distinct habitats will allow us to view and discuss a variety of birds, butterflies, and other organisms. Preregistration is required.

What: Firefly Distillery's Holiday Market
When: Dec. 17, 2022
Where: Firefly Distillery
Time: 12 pm - 4 pm.
How Much: Free


Free to attend, the seasonal market will feature local artisans and makers, organized by The Event Cooperative. Local food trucks will also be on site. Enjoy tunes from Brittany Opperman on the Front Porch from 1 to 4 pm.

What: Miracle on the Market
When: Dec. 16 - 18, 2022
Where: Charleston Place
Time: Dec. 16: 4 pm - 9 pm; Dec. 17: 10 am - 9 pm; Dec. 18: 10 am - 6 pm.
How Much: Free


Join us December 16-18 as we transform Market Street into a European-like holiday market. Enjoy live community performances, snowfall in the street, a pop-up market featuring Charleston retailers, delicious food and beverage offerings, family-friendly workshops, and 4D movies. A portion of the proceeds from the market will benefit The Post and Courier’s Good Cheer Fund.

What: Early Morning Bird Walks
When: Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2022
Where: Caw Caw Interpretive Center
Time: 8:30 am - 10:30 am
How Much: $9


Join us on one or more of our regular bird walks. Our trek through many distinct habitats will allow us to view and discuss a variety of birds, butterflies, and other organisms. Preregistration is required.

What: Hampton: Home for the Holidays
When: Dec. 12 - 17, 2022
Where: Hampton Plantation
Time: 12 pm - 3 pm
How Much: $10 a person


See the house decorated for Christmas and learn about holidays through the ages. These tours run at 12 pm and 2 pm with live music at 1 pm.

What: Sunday Brunch Farmers Market
When: Sun., Dec. 11, 2022
Where: The Pour House
Time: 11 am - 3 pm
How Much: Free


Show your support for farmers and artisans by shopping locally.

What: Santa Sundays at the Aquarium
When: Sun., Dec. 11, 2022
Where: South Carolina Aquarium
Time: 10 am - 1:30 pm
How Much: General Admission Required


Santa Claus is coming to Charleston! Stop by the Aquarium on Santa Sundays to meet jolly old St. Nick himself and pose for a keepsake photo. Please note, either a general admission ticket or member reservation for the Aquarium is required to participate in Santa Sundays.