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7 Things To Do In Charleston This Month

Mark your calendars! Check out our list of upcoming events in Charleston that will keep you and your family busy the rest of the month.

Protect and Conserve

The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition is the largest wildlife exposition in the United States and is back for another epic year. The event takes place from February 16-18th and is filled with a variety of conservation-based events the whole family can enjoy. Be sure to get your tickets soon!

Shuck It

The Good Catch Oysterfest is taking place on Saturday, February 21st at the South Carolina Aquarium. The event includes all-you-can-eat oysters and an open bar – not to mention a stunning backdrop of the Charleston Harbor.

Let the Good Times Roll

“Party with a purpose” at the 16th annual Mardi Crawl on Shem Creek on Saturday, February 29th. Proceeds benefit the Lowcountry Parrot Head Club (LCPHC), a local club that volunteers and donates money to organizations around the Lowcountry.

Take a Stroll

Venture out to Middleton Place for the famous Camellia Walks, which are taking place throughout the month of February. Bask in the beauty of these beautiful flowers and don’t worry about spending a dime – it’s free to the public!

Be a Spectator

Check out the South Carolina Stingrays, Charleston’s minor league hockey team, at one of their home games this month. This is an outing that the whole family will love!

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The Can’t Miss SEWE Events This Year

Featured Photo: Southeastern Wildlife Exposition Facebook

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.

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Top Charleston Events You Can’t Miss This February

Featured Image Credit: SEWE Facebook

January has finally come to an end and it’s time to ditch the new year resolutions and have some fun. Check out the top 5 must-go-to events for February.

Southeastern Wildlife Festival (SEWE) – February 16-18

Every February for three days, downtown Charleston turns into a wildlife hub with the annual Southeastern Wildlife Festival (SEWE).

SEWE is a three-day showcase of everything people love about wildlife and nature. It allows people of all ages and genders to come together to enjoy the beauty of nature’s wildlife in historic downtown Charleston. From fine art exhibits, conservation education, sporting demonstrations, and parties, SEWE lets everyone unleash their “wild” side and pay tribute to our naturally beautiful world for a weekend.

For more information, SEWE schedule and to purchase tickets visit, www.sewe.com.

Bohemian Bull’s Charleston Craft Beer & BBQ Festival – February 24

What do you get when you mix 15 local Charleston breweries, bbq, and some great live music? An event you can’t miss out on – Bohemian Bull’s first annual Charleston Craft Beer & BBQ Festival..

Return of the Mac and The Jaykob Kendrick Band will be on site with live music all day long and of course, bbq will be being served up with tons of sides. Breweries include Freehouse, Frothy Beard, Snafu, Tradesman, Revelry, Twisted Cypress, Charles Towne Fermentory, Holy City, Westbrook, Two Blokes, Pawley’s Island, Munkle, Lo-Fi, Cooper River and Rusty Bull.

Tickets are $50 (plus fees) and include bbq, sides, live music and beer samples. Purchase your tickets here and don’t wait because this event will sell out.

Mardi Crawl – February 24

The Lowcountry Parrot Head Club is back at it again with their annual Mardi Crawl on Shem Creek. Come out and enjoy this awesome “party with a purpose”.

Participants will “crawl” by foot or water taxi to various venues along Shem Creek and at each stop they will enjoy live music, food/drink specials plus trivia questions and games — all while donning their favorite Mardi Gras gear.

All proceeds benefit the Alzheimer’s Association – South Carolina Chapter, Pet Helpers Adoption Shelter and Spay/Neuter Clinic, and other local charities. Registration for the event starts at noon and the crawl lasts from 1 pm – 6 pm. Purchase tickets here.

Home Team’s “Rock the Block” Party – February 24

Home Team BBQ is hosting their inaugural Hogs For The Cause block party, “Rock The Block” at their downtown location from 11 am – 6 pm on February 24.

At this new event, local and regional guest chefs from various culinary backgrounds will come together to prepare 2-3 menu items with the use of Big Green Egg grills, thanks to the company’s donation. Guest chefs include Shuai Wang of Short Grain, Bob Cook of Edmund’s Oast, Sam Jones of Sam Jones BBQ, and more.

Home Team BBQ Beverage Director, Adam Rothstein, and Jayce McConnel of Edmund’s Oast will team up to create several unique cocktails for the party, using spirits provided by Virgil Kaine and other partners. Additionally, Home Team and Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co. will collaborate on a limited-edition beer to be released at the event and henceforth sold at all Home Team and Edmund’s Oast locations while supplies last.

During the event, guests can listen to live music from: T. Hardy Morris, BJ Barham of American Aquarium, The Artisanals, and Hans Wenzel & the Eighty Sixers.

Admission for the event is FREE, and food and beverages can be purchased from the various chefs’ tables and satellite bars throughout the block party.

Charleston Wine + Food Festival – February 28 – March 4

The Charleston Wine + Food Festival is back for its 13th year and this year is going to be the best yet. Every year for five days people can enjoy delicious events that let them explore all the culinary world has to offer.

The annual Wine + Food Festival brings together an exciting blend of top chefs, winemakers, authors, storytellers, artisans and food enthusiasts from around the globe. The beloved festival highlights the region’s unique food + flavors through world-renowned culinary experiences.

With 120 events planned, the 2018 festival is guaranteed to be a five-day weekend full of delicious bites, flavorful sips and good times. To purchase tickets and browse all the events the festival has to offer visit, www.charlestonwineandfood.com.