Things to do in Charleston (2023)

What: Sunday Brunch Farmers Market
When: Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023
Where: Behind the Pour House
Time: 11 am - 3 pm
How Much: Free


This event features live music, delicious eats, local goods, and a full deck bar. Guests can expect a variety of local vendors including I-95 Coffee, Moonrise Bagel, First Name Basis, and more.

What: Sea Island Farmers Market
When: Sat. Sept. 30, 2023
Where: 2024 Academy Drive, John Island, SC
Time: 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
How Much: Free


The market will feature local vendors selling produce, homemade goods, pet supplies, tasty treats, and more.

What: Charleston Farmers Market
When: Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023
Where: Marion Square
Time: 8 am - 2 pm
How Much: Free


The Charleston Farmers Market returns to Marion Square on Saturday. The weekly event will include approximately 70 farmers and growers, prepared food offerings, and artisan craft vendors, and will also feature live music by local artists.

What: Folly’s 50th Street Party
When: Sat., Sept. 30, 2023
Where: Center Street
Time: 10 am - 4 pm
How Much: Residents Free with ID / Non-residents $15 in advance and $20 day of.


The street will be closed to traffic as we gather to celebrate 50 Years of Folly with food, art, and craft vendors, live music on three stages, contests, a huge kids’ area, and lots more.

What: Charleston City Night Market
When: Friday and Saturday Evenings
Where: Charleston City Market
Time: 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
How Much: Free



The largest handmade market in the South East. It’s local. It’s Charleston. It’s at night. Not just a market, an experience.

What: Live Under the Oaks
When: Thurs., Sept. 28, 2023
Where: Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Performer: Aunt Vickie
Food Truck: & Lobster
Time: 6 pm
How Much: Free


Grab your chair or blanket and join us for our fall outdoor concert series Live Under The Oaks. Emceed by Johnny O' of 95SX, all concerts are free to attend. Grab take-out from your favorite Towne Centre restaurant or visit our weekly Food Truck for nibbles; beer & wine will be available for purchase from Burtons Grill + Bar.

What: West Ashley Farmers Market
When: Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023
Where: 55 Sycamore Avenue
Time: 3 pm - 7 pm
How Much: Free


Fresh Produce, Food Vendors, Live Music & Free Parking!

What: Mount Pleasant Farmers Market
When: Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023
Where: Mount Pleasant Farmers Market Pavilion
Time: 3:30 pm - 7 pm
How Much: Free


The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market features farm goods, food vendors, and live music. Free Parking.

What: Reggae Sundays at the Washout
When: Sun., Sept. 17, 2023
Where: The Washout
Time: 5 pm - 9 pm
How Much: Free


Enjoy live reggae on the outdoor stage!

What: Sunday Brunch Farmers Market
When: Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023
Where: Behind the Pour House
Time: 11 am - 3 pm
How Much: Free


This event features live music, delicious eats, local goods, and a full deck bar. Guests can expect a variety of local vendors including I-95 Coffee, Moonrise Bagel, First Name Basis, and more.

What: Sea Island Farmers Market
When: Sat. Sept. 16, 2023
Where: 2024 Academy Drive, John Island, SC
Time: 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
How Much: Free


The market will feature local vendors selling produce, homemade goods, pet supplies, tasty treats, and more.

What: Charleston Farmers Market
When: Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023
Where: Marion Square
Time: 8 am - 2 pm
How Much: Free


The Charleston Farmers Market returns to Marion Square on Saturday. The weekly event will include approximately 70 farmers and growers, prepared food offerings, and artisan craft vendors, and will also feature live music by local artists.

What: Dancing on the Cooper
When: Friday, Sept. 15, 2023
Where: Mount Pleasant Pier
Time: 7 pm - 10:30 pm
How Much: Advance Tickets $8; $10 day-of


Summertime calls for live music and dancing on the Mount Pleasant Pier! Local bands perform a variety of live music, including beach/shag, Cuban salsa, funk/soul, rock, jazz, country, Motown, and the greatest hits of the ‘80s and ‘90s. Let loose, breathe in the harbor breeze, and dance the night away under the stars!

What: Charleston City Night Market
When: Friday and Saturday Evenings
Where: Charleston City Market
Time: 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
How Much: Free



The largest handmade market in the South East. It’s local. It’s Charleston. It’s at night. Not just a market, an experience.

What: Live Under the Oaks
When: Thurs., Sept. 14, 2023
Where: Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Performer: Bob Marston & Credible Sources
Food Truck: Sweetgrass Foodz
Time: 6 pm
How Much: Free


Grab your chair or blanket and join us for our fall outdoor concert series Live Under The Oaks. Emceed by Johnny O' of 95SX, all concerts are free to attend. Grab take-out from your favorite Towne Centre restaurant or visit our weekly Food Truck for nibbles; beer & wine will be available for purchase from Burtons Grill + Bar.