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Charleston Greek Festival, Charleston Electric Festival, Rusty Bull 7th Anniversary, and more

22 Things Going On Around Charleston This Week (May 6 - May 12)

Hey y’all, happy Monday. Some good stuff going on this week - all the details below!

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What’s Happening in Charleston This Week

Monday, May. 6

  • Teacher & Nurses Appreciation Week | Five Loves and Sesame Burgers | Mon - Fri | Free | Teachers and Nurses Appreciation Week is almost here! Thank you to those in these industries for your dedication to helping others! Teachers and Nurses enjoy 20% off their bill at any Five Loaves Cafe and Sesame Burgers Monday May 6 - Friday May 10.

Tuesday, May. 7

  • Historic Cocktail and Spirits Series | The Charleston Museum | 6:00 pm | $75+ | Guests are invited to join the Charleston Museum for a brand-new cocktail series to explore a range of spirits and wine. On May 7th, join Taneka Reeves and Johnny Caldwell of the Cocktail Bandits for a special tequila and mezcal workshop. Tickets are all inclusive and include spirit education, hands-on demonstration, 2 cocktails, and 5 spirit samples, and paired food.

  • Teacher Appreciation Day | Chick-fil-A Long Point & Mount Pleasant | 5:00 pm | Free | We appreciate all of our teachers in the community! Teachers, Admin and Staff: Stop by Chick-fil-A Long Point on May 7th, 2024 from 5pm - 9pm to receive a free Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich when you present a valid school ID!

Wednesday, May. 8

  • Duck Toss Pub Run | Edmund’s Oast Brewing | 6:30 pm | Free | We will have Diadora shoes for you to demo on a 3 mile run followed by duck toss games, prizes and giveaways! Stick around afterward with your running buddies to enjoy some great food and drinks.

Live Music

Thursday, May. 9

  • Cheers on the Pier | Mount Pleasant Pier | 5:30 pm | Free | Wrap up your workday on the Mount Pleasant Pier with live music, craft beer, good friends, and a gorgeous sunset. No admission fee. Blankets and chairs are welcome, as seating is limited.

  • Spring Music Series | Magnolia Park | 5:30 pm | Free | Join us for the Spring Music Series in the Park—an evening of live music, food trucks, and good vibes! Gather your friends and family for a delightful night under the stars at Magnolia Park and Community Garden in West Ashley. Bring your blankets, enjoy the tunes, and savor the flavors of local fare.

  • Upscale Consignment Sale for Women & Teens | Striped Pig Distillery | Thu - Sun | Free | Sell-Shop-Volunteer at the most amazing upscale resale event for women in Charleston! Twice a year Charleston Style Exchange invites local women and teens to declutter their closets and earn on clothing, shoes, jewelry, and accessories.

Live Music

Friday, May. 10

  • Charleston Greek Festival | Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church | Fri - Sun | $5+ | Let the unique flavors of Greece thrill your senses with our huge selection of authentic Greek food and drink. Be sure to come to this year’s festival ready to eat. From delicate pastries, authentic gyros, filling dinners, and Greek coffee, beer, and wine, our food selection will please every palate!

  • Charleston Electric Festival | The Purple Buffalo | 5:00 pm | $12+ | Get ready to ignite your senses at the most electrifying event in Charleston! On May 10th, join us for an unforgettable day filled with pulsating beats, vibrant art, tantalizing flavors, and an electric atmosphere that will leave you buzzing with excitement.

  • Oyster Wreath Workshop | Frothy Beard Brewing | 6:00 pm | $50 | Join us for an immersive and hands-on oyster wreath making class led by Charleston Oyster Wreaths, a local Charleston owned business! Proceeds will be donated to Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network's conservation mission, to help protect our local marine mammals.

Live Music

Saturday, May. 11

  •  Rusty Bull 7th Anniversary Party | Rusty Bull | 12:00 pm | Free | The fun starts at noon and goes until 9pm so get ready for the ultimate country-themed extravaganza filled with music, beer, and super fun activities for the whole family.

  • The Garten Market | Bay Street Biergarten | 5:00 pm | Free | Shop Local with some of your favorite vendors at Bay Street Biergarten on Saturday, May 11th from 5 PM - 9 PM! Live music during event ft. Ben Somerville from 7 PM - 10 PM!

Live Music

Sunday, May. 12

  • Animals, Art, and Automobiles | Charles Towne Landing | 11:00 am | Free | Stunning cars, silent auction, vendors, food trucks, adorable dogs, and more are in store at Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary's Animals, Art & Automobiles fundraiser on Sunday, May 12! Hosted at Founders Hall at Charles Towne Landing from 11am - 3pm, this event puts the FUN in fundraiser as an exciting way to raise funds to help care for the hundreds of animals that rely on Hallie Hill for food, shelter, medical needs, love, and so much more.

LiveMusic

The Usual Suspects Around Town

Markets

North Charleston Farmers Market | Thursdays 3:00 pm | Free

Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | Tuesdays 3:30 pm | Free

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 | Free15