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Bridge Run After Parties, Farmers Market Season Opening, and more

28 Things Going On Around Charleston This Week (Apr. 1 - Apr. 7)

Hey Charleston. It’s officially Bridge Run week. Between the run and all the after parties (most of which we tried to include below!), there’s a whole lot going on downtown on Saturday. If that’s not your thing, there are still some events around town to check out this week- our favorite is the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market season opening. See for yourself below.

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What’s Happening in Charleston Next Week

Tuesday, Apr. 2

  • Mount Pleasant Farmers Market Season Opening | Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | 3:30 pm | Free | Mark your calendars for the opening of the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market on April 2 at 3:30 p.m. at Moultrie Middle School. The weekly market, founded in 1998, features vendors selling local farm-fresh produce, meats, sauces, baked goods and other specialty foods, as well as prepared food vendors for those looking for a unique meal.

  • Euchre Tournament | Indigo Reef Brewing Company | 6:00 pm | Free | Join us for a euchre tournament on Tuesday April 2nd at 6pm. Free to play and winning team gets an IRBC Gift Card!

Live Music

Wednesday, Apr. 3

  • Art in the Garden with Christine Lashley | Nathaniel Russell House | 5:30 pm | $55 | Wander through the lush garden of the Nathaniel Russell House Museum adorned with original works of art by Christine Lashley. Hosted by The Principle Gallery, Art in the Garden with Christine Lashley will be an opportunity to meet the artist, view her original work and explore the historic 1808 house museum with light bites and refreshments.

  • Maker’s Market | Snafu Brewing | 4:00 pm | Free | Join us at the taproom for our first SNAFU Maker's Market of the year! We will have lots of awesome local vendors, plus Seol Ahs Korean Corn Dogs will be here with some delicious dinner to go with your sour beers! Vendor list includes Seol Ahs Korean Corn Dogs & more, Something Blue vintage clothing, 7ft Glass, Gold Bird Collective permanent jewelry, Mimi Onofrey handmade jewelry, and Bolso Wayuu artisan handbags + accessories.

Thursday, Apr. 4

  • Starlight Yoga | Mount Pleasant Pier | 7:30 pm | Free | The moon and stars enhance this flowing yoga class. Inclusive and open to all abilities and fitness levels. Participants will receive a special glow-in-the-dark prize.

Live Music

Friday, Apr. 5

  • Nexton Nights Concert Series | Nexton Square | 5:00 pm | Free | Get ready for live music, delicious local food and drinks, and family-friendly fun all in one place. Don't miss the first event on April 5th featuring the amazing band Shade!

  • Friday Night Social | Holy City Brewing | 5:00 pm | Free | Starting at 5pm, drop by Holy City Brewing (located close to packet pickup!) to meet other members, grab something to eat and enjoy some Live music. Let's have a little fun before running the big Cooper River Bridge!

  • April Networking Happy Hour | Tradesman Brewing Co | 5:30 pm | Free | Join the most-widely attended networking group in the Holy City as we head back to Tradesman Brewing Co. for our April happy hour!

  • Other events include Charleston Gallery Association Artwalk (Free) and Kiawah Art & House Tour ($75).

Live Music

Saturday, Apr. 6

  • 47th Annual Cooper River Bridge Run | Ravenel Bridge | 7:00 am | Prices Vary | The Cooper River Bridge Run has a tremendous impact on the local Community, the Hospitality and Tourism industry and other business entities by generating thirty-three ($33) million dollars in one weekend. CRBR also supports the Lowcountry through our Charity Connection and Grants programs. Ninety-two cents ($.95) of every dollar spent goes towards our mission.

  • Vendor Market | Striped Pig Distillery | 11:00 am | Free | The first Saturday of the month is Striped Saturday! Sip & Shop at the Pig with 30+ local vendors and award-winning spirits! We'll have a food truck, raffles, games, and family-friendly fun.

  • Kiawah Island Art Guild Spring Art Show | Kiawah Island Municipal Center | 10:00 am | Free | This show is open to everyone and will feature original paintings by members of the Kiawah Guild. Whether you are a new homeowner looking for that special Lowcountry landscape or a visitor to the islands who wants to take something home to commemorate your stay, you will not want to miss this opportunity.

Bridge Run After Parties

Live Music

Sunday, Apr. 7

  • Vegan BBQ | Fatty’s Beer Works | 2:00 pm | Free | VEGNEWS' and USA TODAY's #1 Vegan BBQ Joint in the country is coming to Charleston! We're bringing a loaded menu including Southern Staples and Sandwich Specials.

Live Music

The Usual Suspects Around Town

Markets

Charleston Farmers Market (Spring 2024) | Saturdays 8:00 am | Free

West Ashley Farmers Market (Spring 2024) | Wednesdays 3:00 pm | Free

Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sundays 11:00 am | Free

Folly Art Village Farmers Market | Thursdays 5:00 pm | Free

Monthly Market at Celadon | First Sunday of Every Month | Free

Trivia 

Themed Trivia at Firefly Distillery | Tuesdays 7:00 pm | Free

Rich Trivia at Ireland’s Own | Tuesdays 6:00 pm | Free

Themed Trivia at Brew Lab | Wednesdays 7:00 pm | Free

Trivia at Palmetto Brewing | Tuesdays 7:00 pm | Free

Trivia at New Realm Brewing | Wednesdays 7:00 pm | Free

Live Entertainment

Barn Jam at Awendaw Green | Wednesdays 6:00 pm | $10

Live Music at The Pour House | Nightly | Prices Vary

Vanderpump Watch Party at Brew Lab | Tuesdays 8:00 pm | Free

Midwest Casual at Palmetto Brewing | First Friday of Every Month | Free

Smudge at Palmetto Brewing | Fourth Friday of Every Month | Free

Live Jazz | Tuesdays - Sundays | Prices Vary

Country Night at Red Palm Tavern | Thursdays 8:00 pm | Free

Networking

Women Wealth and Wine | Second Tuesday of Every Month | $35

Other

Second Sundays | Second Sunday of Every Month | Free

Wood Fired Fridays at Sorelle | Fridays 7:00 pm | Free

Bourbon Tasting | First Tuesday of Every Month | $100

Yoga at Palmetto Brewing | Sundays 11:15 am | Free

Striped Saturdays Vendor Market | First Saturday of Every Month | Free

Wine Tasting at Accent Point Hope | Tuesdays 6:00 pm | $14

Ladies Night Half Off at Fatty’s | Tuesdays 4:00 pm | Free

Puzzle Competition at Two Blokes | First and Third Thursday Every Month | Free

First Friday Artwalk | First Friday of Every Month | Free

Ale & Octane | Last Sunday of Every Month | Free

Cars & Coffee at Freshfields Village | Third Saturday of Every Month | Free