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5 Fun Events To Attend This Summer In Charleston

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Whether you like it or not, summer is almost here! And Charleston’s summer event calendar is almost in full swing which means something new every day. We know you can’t attend all the events Charleston has to offer, so we’ve searched through our calendars and found five events that we can’t miss and you shouldn’t either!

Here are our five can’t-miss events this summer:

Charleston Fashion Week: Event #2

If you haven’t noticed already, CHSFW is changing up the way the produce their week-long event. Instead, the highly anticipated fashion week has been separated into three different events happening throughout the year in March, June, and September. The second event will be held on June 14th at Memminger Auditorium and will showcase up and coming designers and their trendy looks for Summer 2019!

Luke Combs:  Beer Never Broke My Heart Tour

Dust off your boots and crack open a cold one with the country music star himself, Luke Combs. The singer-songwriter is celebrating the tour of his new album, Beer Never Broke My Heart and will be performing at Volvo Car Stadium on July 11th. Purchase tickets online and get ready to rock out at the concert of the summer!

Charleston Farmers Market

Need a reason to get up and moving on Saturday morning? The Charleston Farmers Market in Marion Square is a great one! Every Saturday from 8 am – 2 pm explore some of the city’s best local fruits and vegetables, pastries, jewelry, clothing, and more! Enjoy live music as you walk through the market and start your day off right!

Charleston Margarita Festival

If you love Margarita’s then this festival was made for you. Come out to Brittlebank Park on July 26th and sample 20+ delicious margaritas from some of the city’s best restaurants and bars. Cast your vote for the best marg in Charleston as you snack on great food, enjoy live music- oh and get a little tequila buzz.

Rebelution: Good Vibes Tour

Close out summer with some good vibes at this reggae/rock concert on August 11th at Brittlebank Park. Grab a few lawn chairs and a group of friends and jam out with Rebelution as they end summer with some of their best-known songs that will get everyone “feeling alright.” Relax and enjoy as you look back on another extraordinary summer spent in Charleston.

 

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The Can’t Miss SEWE Events This Year

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Who’s heading out to the annual Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) this weekend in downtown Charleston? Check out these can’t miss events and exhibits.

DockDogs

The top must go to SEWE event every year is the annual DockDogs competition. Dogs of all breeds compete in various water jumping exercises. The three main events are Big Air, Extreme Vertical, and Speed Retrieve. Competitions take place in Brittlebank Park all three days of the expo with the finals taking place Sunday afternoon.

Birds of a Feather Ladies Brunch Benefit

Presented by Norton & Hodges, the inaugural Birds of a Feather Ladies Brunch Benefit will be held at the Francis Marion Hotel on Saturday. The benefit will include a silent auction, unique raffle items, live painting by artist Peggy Watkins and appearances by “feathered friends.” Proceeds benefit the Ivan Carter Wildlife Conservation Alliance.

Lowcountry Social

Dust off your boots for the second annual Lowcountry Social. Enjoy BBQ from world-renowned pit masters, bluegrass music by the fire with the Bluestone Ramblers and an open bar. The event takes place on the water at Brittlebank Park. Invite your friends and celebrate the best of the South. Purchase tickets here.

Ducks Unlimited Oyster Roast

Because you can’t have a good Southern event without oysters and a good time. On Friday night head out to the Charleston Visitors Center Bus Shed for the annual Ducks Unlimited Oyster Roast. Enjoy oysters, a Lowcountry cookout, open bar, music and live and silent auctions. Purchase tickets here.

Birds of Prey Flight Demos

Presented by BP America, check out one of the most educational and entertaining shows during SEWE. Attendees can see amazing flight demos up-close by a variety of raptors including falcons, eagles, owls, and hawks and learn about the important role they play in our eco-system. Demos happen in Marion Square throughout every day of the festival.

For more information on the festival and events visit, www.sewe.com.