Things to Do This Weekend in Charleston

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.

Edmund’s Original teams up with Charleston Wine + Food to welcome Alabama favorites The Hope Farm and Little Bird for a one-night-only collaborative dinner featuring a multi-course menu inspired by music, seasonal Gulf Coast and Lowcountry ingredients, and thoughtfully curated drink pairings.

Volunteers are invited to help keep the Isle of Palms shoreline beautiful during twice-weekly litter sweeps held every Monday and Thursday in July. Participants can sign in at the public beach walkover, where all supplies and instructions are provided, and contribute to both beach cleanup efforts and litter data collection. No advance registration is required.

Skin Pharm Charleston hosts a private beauty event with RMS Beauty founder Rose-Marie Swift, featuring an exclusive preview of the brand’s new Glow Palette, live treatment demonstrations, complimentary skin consultations, beauty gifts, product discounts, and matcha from Matcha Made in Heaven CHS.

The Main Reading Room welcomes debut author Kate Eberle for a Charleston stop on her book tour celebrating If Books Could Kill, a thrilling debut blending romance and crime thriller elements. Eberle will be joined in conversation by Inky Phoenix acquiring editor and author Kathryn Budig for an evening of literary discussion and suspense.

Coffee lovers are invited to a complimentary tasting each Friday at 10 a.m. at Counter Culture Coffee Training Centers. This longstanding weekly tradition offers guests the chance to sample beautifully brewed coffees while learning about the company’s high-quality, sustainably sourced selections—from classic blends to the latest micro-lots—and the journey each coffee takes from seed to cup.

Guests are invited to sway to the rhythm of the music and enjoy ocean breezes at the Folly Beach Pier during one of the beloved Moonlight Mixers, an evening of dancing under the stars by the sea.

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.

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.

Kick off the weekend with live music at the waterfront and settle into a laid-back summer evening with great views, coastal breezes, and the perfect soundtrack to start your night.

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.

Unwind at the International African American Museum is a family-friendly celebration of wellness, creativity, movement, and community. Guests of all ages can enjoy hands-on activities, wellness experiences, fitness demonstrations, games, and a sensory walk, while connecting with community partners and accessing school supplies and wellness resources to help students start the new school year feeling supported and empowered.

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.

Saturdays at the Distillery invites guests to unwind at Firefly with live local music, delicious food from an on-site food truck, and refreshing cocktails in a relaxed open-air setting. The laid-back afternoon experience is the perfect way to kick off the weekend and enjoy the distillery before the evening begins.

Literary Gibbes explores the relationship between poet Rainer Maria Rilke and sculptor Auguste Rodin through Rachel Corbett’s You Must Change Your Life: The Story of Rainer Maria Rilke and Auguste Rodin, inspired by the exhibition Rodin: All the Truth of Nature.

Founded in 1989, the Charleston Farmers Market in Marion Square is a beloved community event. You will find a variety of local produce, plants, herbs, and cut flowers as well as breakfast and lunch vendors, live entertainment, and an assortment of juried arts and crafts from local artisans every Saturday at the Market.

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.