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Lowcountry Cajun Festival, Food Truck Festival, Battle on the Bricks and more
28 Things Going On Around Charleston This Week (Apr. 8 - Apr. 14)
Hey Charleston. Congrats to all who ran on Saturday! If you’re into festivals, you’re gonna want to check out all that’s going on this weekend. Lots happening this week - all the details below!
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What’s Happening in Charleston Next Week
Monday, Apr. 8
Solar Eclipse on the Water | St. John’s Yacht Harbor | 2:00 pm | $60 | Join us for an unforgettable experience as we witness a solar eclipse aboard the Carolina Girl Yacht ! Get ready to be amazed by the celestial spectacle while cruising along the beautiful waters. This event offers a unique opportunity to view the eclipse from a luxurious and exclusive location.
Tuesday, Apr. 9
The Bear Themed Trivia | Mex 1 West Ashley | 7:00 pm | Free | Think you know everything about ‘The Bear’? Put your knowledge to the test at our themed trivia night on April 9th at Mex 1 West Ashley! Prizes for the winning team and drink specials all night long.
Live Music
Wednesday, Apr. 10
Theresa Caputo Live | North Charleston Coliseum | 7:30 pm | $50+ | For more than a decade, Theresa Caputo - known worldwide as the Long Island Medium, and star of the Lifetime series Raising Spirits - has touched the lives of millions of fans, comforting supporters when they need it most. Recognized as one of the most renowned mediums for over 20 years, Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience is the awe-inspiring event you won't want to miss.
Live Music
Thursday, Apr. 11
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. Musical artists on April 11 include Chris Boone.
Spring Music Series | Magnolia Park and Community Gardens | 5:30 pm | Free | Join us for the Spring Music Series in the Park—an evening of live music, food trucks, and good vibes! It's free to attend, so 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.
Live Music
Friday, Apr. 12
Battle on the Bricks | TD Arena | 6:00 pm | $50+ | Battle on the Bricks is back! 30 amateurs going head-to-head, raising money for three great local charities.
Live Music
Disco at Music Farm ($20+)
Radio Bomb at Container Bar (Free)
Saturday, Apr. 13
Lowcountry Cajun Festival | James Island County Park | 12:00 pm | $35+ | Bringing Louisiana to the Lowcountry, the Lowcountry Cajun Festival is back with a full-day of Zydeco music, Cajun and Creole foods, kids activities, and all around ragin’ Cajun fun! Savor the tastes of authentic Cajun and Creole fare - jambalaya, alligator, etouffe, andouille sausage, and crawfish. Also enjoy Lowcountry favorites like seafood and Southern barbecue.
Spring Food Truck Festival | Firefly Distillery | 12:00 pm | Free | The free-to-attend Feastival will feature craft cocktails, beer, and more than 25 food trucks with fare ranging from southern comfort to brunch and Italian pizzas to tasty waffle treats. We will also be hosting a curated local vendor market featuring artisans and makers from the community.
Charleston Vintage Market | The Refinery | 11:00 am | Free | The Charleston Vintage Market is back on Saturday, April 13th from 11-4PM at The Refinery! Shop with over 40 vendors selling vintage clothing, sneakers, art, home decor, jewelry & more! Enjoy food & drinks from The Whale, Cleats, The Sweetgrass Lounge & Travelin Tom’s Coffee.
Other events include Charleston Punk Flea Market (Free), Tradesman Brewing Co at Tradesman Brewing (Free), IoP Community Yard Sale (Free), Honey and Bee Expo (Free), Classic Car Show at Rita’s (Free), Semi-Annual Consignor Parking Lot Sale (Free), and Vegan Brewfest at New Realm Brewing ($5).
Live Music
Emo Night at Music Farm ($17+)
Sunday, Apr. 14
Hank’s Spring Market | Hank’s Seafood | 12:00 pm | Free | Join us for an exclusive spring market inside Hank's Social Hall. Discover a curated selection of classic Southern goods and trending items from talented local vendors and national brands while enjoying the charm of Charleston's Historic District.
Second Sunday | King Street | 12:00 pm | Free | Every month on the second Sunday the City of Charleston helps us to shut down King Street (our Main Street) from Queen to Calhoun, roughly 1/2 mile, to through traffic and without parked cars, for 5 blissful hours. That gives us the whole street for people to walk around with a big smile, greet friends and neighbors, and enjoy Charleston as it would be on any old day without the traffic.
Crawfish Boil | Low Tide Brewing | Multiple Times | $35 | Come join us for our first ever Crawfish Boil on Sunday, April 14th! Get ready to indulge in a Southern culinary tradition with a Louisiana twist. Hosted by Cajun Cousins, this event promises to be a feast for the senses.
Live Music
The Usual Suspects Around Town
Markets
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 Shows at Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre | Weekly | Prices Vary
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