Things to Do This Weekend in Charleston

Since 2005, this iconic week-long festival has been one of the area’s premier events. Originally started to promote and elevate Charleston’s culinary brand, the Charleston Wine and Food Festival brings out the best of the best to truly showcase the Charleston culinary scene. Those looking to participate can buy tickets to different unique events throughout the week. Ticket prices vary based on the event.

Limbo at The Refinery presents an evening of live music with Brooke Lee on Thursday, March 5. Guests are invited to enjoy an intimate performance in the vibrant setting.

Enjoy a relaxed evening on the water aboard the Charleston Princess, featuring live music, sweeping views of the Holy City, and a casual BBQ buffet. This fun, social cruise offers a laid-back alternative to a traditional dinner, complete with pulled pork, herb-marinated chicken, classic sides, and banana pudding, plus a full bar with beer, wine, and cocktails available for purchase.

Together with Louisville Tourism, Garden & Gun hosts an intimate evening of Southern flavor and fine bourbon at 21 Magazine in historic downtown Charleston. Helmed by 2025 James Beard semifinalist Noam Bilitzer of MeeshMeesh, the four-course dinner celebrates Bourbon City’s culinary and cocktail traditions with a Middle Eastern twist, featuring tastings from Angel’s Envy and a toast led by global brand ambassador Angel Teta.

This month’s community workshop at Big Gurl features watercolor and pastels in a relaxed, budget-friendly creative evening. Designed as the lowest-priced workshop of the month, the event invites newcomers and regulars alike to play with color, unwind, and create something beautiful—no experience required. All supplies are included.

Iron Rose invites guests to a late-night Oyster Soirée in its courtyard, celebrating the return of courtyard season with an elevated after-hours social. Enjoy specialty oyster dishes by Executive Chef Suzy Castelloe, craft cocktails from Devil’s Grin, and bubbles provided by Southern Glazer’s, all set to live music under the evening sky.

Guests are invited to explore the Gibbes Museum’s collection and current exhibitions during a weekly public tour from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Led by knowledgeable Museum Interpreters, the tour offers engaging insight and opportunities for questions. The tour is free for Members and included with Museum admission for non-Members.

Guests can expect a fast-paced mix of short- and long-form improvisation, all fueled by audience suggestions and delivered by Theatre 99’s quick-witted ensemble. A beloved Charleston tradition, these high-energy performances promise plenty of laughter and unforgettable unscripted moments.

One of Charleston’s best traditions, First Friday Artwalks are a way of debuting the city’s vibrant art scene. This special occasion occurs on the first Friday of every month (excluding January and July) and highlights dozens of art galleries and studios across the entire city. This is your chance to check out local art studios and mingle with local artists.

As part of the ongoing exploration of America’s 250th anniversary, this lecture features Amber Satterthwaite of the Drayton Hall Preservation Trust and Brandon M. Stone of the Middleton Place Foundation. Through the intertwined lives of William Henry Drayton and Arthur Middleton, the program examines friendship, political belief, and the complex paths toward liberty, loyalty, and power during the American Revolutionary War.

Catch live music with your toes in the sand at The Windjammer! With a rotating lineup of artists every weekend, it’s the ultimate beachside escape for music lovers and weekend adventurers alike.

Experience a powerful night of dance and music at the Charleston Gaillard Center with the world premiere of Dark Water on March 6–7, 2026. Presented by the Charleston Symphony and Complexions Contemporary Ballet, this bold new work by choreographer Dwight Rhoden—set to an original score by Charleston composer Edward Hart—draws inspiration from the Lowcountry’s mysterious waterways, blending fluid movement, sweeping sound, and evocative imagery into an unforgettable performance.

Join Deep Water Vineyard for their Weekend Wine-Downs every Saturday, rain or shine! Enjoy $15 wine tastings (hourly, includes a souvenir glass), sip fun drinks from thier patio bar, and relax with live music and rotating food trucks. Bring the whole crew: kids are welcome, and well-behaved, leashed dogs can roam the grounds with you.

The Isle of Palms kicks off spring with a free street festival for the whole family! Enjoy live beach music from The Carolina Soul Band and iconic tunes by The Tams. Kids can have fun with jump castles, bungee trampolines, face painting, and more, while local vendors and restaurants fill the street.

This hands-on watercolor class explores Charleston’s artistic legacy through the work of three women artists. The program begins with a brief talk and viewing of original watercolors from the Museum Archives led by Chief Curator Jennifer McCormick, followed by a live demonstration with local artist Giselle Harrington. Participants will then practice foundational watercolor techniques inspired by the works studied, gaining both historical insight and practical experience.

Enjoy a Charleston tradition every Saturday at 12:00 pm with the Oyster Roast. Guests can savor all-you-can-eat oysters for $30, available while supplies last, running weekly through March 14.

Experience Charleston’s colonial past with an evening candlelight tour of Drayton Hall, the impeccably preserved 1738 estate and the oldest publicly accessible plantation house in the country. On select nights, guests can explore the home’s architecture and history by the warm glow of candlelight during these intimate, reservation-only tours.

South Carolina Brewery Running Series invites participants to a laid-back 5K-ish fun run starting and ending at Over The Horizon Brewing. Open to all ages and fitness levels, the event welcomes runners, walkers, and joggers alike—followed by a celebratory locally brewed craft beverage at the finish line.

Charleston-based documentary filmmaker and historian Julian Barrett Gooding presents Women of the Revolution: Patriots, Poets, and Protestors, a Women’s History Month program honoring the women who shaped Revolutionary-era resistance and rhetoric. Light refreshments will be provided.

Guests are invited to paint delicate cherry blossoms on a set of stemless wine glasses during this hands-on art class held in the gardens of Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. Led by local artist Kristen Cauble-Morse, the workshop takes place in the Magnolia Workshop and includes refreshments, guided instruction, and a relaxed, creative atmosphere.

Every second Sunday of the month from noon until 5 pm, the City of Charleston shuts down King Street from Queen to Calhoun to through traffic. In addition, no cars are allowed to park, giving pedestrians the ability to stroll through the street and visit businesses they might not have known about. There are also artists displaying their work on the street and unique food vendors tempting guests with their fare.

The Sunday Brunch Farmers Market takes place year-round behind The Charleston Pour House, featuring 40+ local vendors, live music, delicious food, and a full bar. Open Sundays from 11am–3pm, with free live music on the deck stage until 9.