Live music in Charleston, SC

Part of the Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series at James Island County Park, this installment spotlights Mystic Vibrations and fills the park with classic roots reggae energized by a contemporary flair. Settle in on the lawn with a chair or blanket and enjoy the open-air setting. Admission is per vehicle, with advance tickets priced at $20 per car and day-of entry at $30 per car if capacity remains. Up to 15 people may arrive in the same vehicle as long as everyone comes together. Gold Pass members receive complimentary entry by presenting the pass at the gate, receipts are not accepted, passes are not sold on-site, and admission is not guaranteed if the event sells out. Food, beverages, and souvenirs will be available for purchase, and alcoholic drinks are sold with valid ID. Guests may bring chairs, blankets, and tables. Outside alcohol and coolers are not permitted. Leashed dogs are welcome. The concert takes place rain or shine and refunds are not issued for inclement weather. Smoking, vaping, and tobacco use are prohibited. Please have the QR code from your confirmation email ready for scanning at entry. Accessible parking and restrooms are available. Routes from parking may be on grass, gravel, or pavement, and the concert area is on grass. A KultureCity accessibility tent will offer sensory bags and a UbiDuo device, and a quiet space is available in the Picnic Area.

Raq baby is coming to the Music Farm in Charleston for a Friday night show. Music Farm lists the performance for 8:00 PM local venue time, with tickets available through Ticketmaster.

Thoroughfare is bringing a live rock show to Royal American in Charleston. The lineup is set to take the stage at 9:30 PM.

Kick off the Tim McGraw concert with a pre-party at New Realm Brewing. The event runs from 4 PM to 7 PM and features live music, cold drinks, and a special concert menu plus quick bites to help you get ready for the show. It is all ages and includes free parking.

At Home Team BBQ-Downtown, Southern songwriter Scott Low brings music that blends blues grit with folk storytelling and the unhurried touch of a river guide. His recent releases Struttin’ Round Town (2025) and The Appalachian Blues (2024) tap into the rural South, pairing rough-hewn guitar, smoldering vocals, and lived-in lyrics that move from swaggering grooves to bare acoustic confessionals. After winning the 2025 Atlanta Blues Challenge, he presents Grateful Blues in full, as heard on Grateful Dead XM, honoring Jerry Garcia. Ranked among the top ten acoustic blues albums of 2025, it salutes the meeting place of traditional blues and psychedelic Americana. The performance reimagines blues standards favored by the Grateful Dead and offers fresh takes on Dead originals, fusing raw Delta textures with an improvisational spirit.

Head to Charleston Mini Folk Fest for a lively evening of folk, country, old-time, and bluegrass music with The Whippoorwills, Grittygrass, and Futuretime String Band. There will also be pop-up tacos from chef Allen Duggar, plus local art and vendors throughout the night.

Charles Esten is performing live at Windjammer in Isle of Palms. The show starts at 7:00 PM and tickets are available via Bandsintown.

A tribute performance honoring the music of Queen takes the stage at Charleston Music Hall. This all-ages concert is open to everyone who wants to experience a night dedicated to the band’s iconic catalog. Tickets are available at the Charleston Music Hall box office.

Sundays feature live music by Joal Rush. This is a recurring weekly performance.

Catch Organ Fairchild live at Charleston Pour House on the Deck Stage. Their sound blends an organ-trio vibe with rock energy, pulling from influences like Soulive and Medeski Martin & Wood as well as classic jam and groove styles. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the show starts at 7:30 PM. Ticket prices are $10 in advance and $10 on the day of the show.

PJ Morton’s Saturday Night Sunday Morning Tour comes to The Charleston Music Hall. Accessible seating can be arranged on Ticketmaster by using the ADA filter, or through the venue’s box office during business hours. The building does not have an elevator, so keep that in mind when considering balcony sections F, G, H, I, and J. The venue operates cashless, with credit and debit accepted at the box office and bar. Bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches are allowed and will be inspected at entry, with exceptions for essential medical equipment and nursing mothers. Packing light can help make arrival smoother. Ticket access includes a public onsale along with local, artist, Spotify, and Live Nation presales.

Portugal. The Man is playing at The Refinery in Charleston. The show starts at 7:30 PM local time.

Mike Cooley performs live at Charleston Pour House, presenting a set of soulful songs and powerful lyrics for an evening focused on music.

Stono River Project appears with Prince Quail on the Deck Stage at Charleston Pour House. This up-and-coming Charleston band folds folk, rock, Americana, country, and blues into a dynamic sound guided by singer and songwriter Skyler Waddell, whose lyrics dwell on love, sorrow, hope, and life in the lowcountry. The show also celebrates the release of their new single, “Make it home Tonight,” which will be available on all platforms. Admission is $5 at the door.

Music Bingo brings four energetic rounds to Famulari’s Pizzeria (Hanahan), each packed with chart favorites from Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Bruno Mars, and Justin Timberlake. Listen for the tracks, mark your card, and aim for five in a row in any direction. Each round offers three chances to win, and $175 in house cash is shared among the winners. Seating is first come, first served, and reservations are not accepted, so arriving early can help you secure a table.

Come out for the 2026 City Paper Music Awards, a celebration of Charleston’s local music scene across many genres, including Americana, Rock, Reggae, Hip Hop, Country, Jazz, and more. Winners are chosen by the public based on votes from Charleston City Paper readers and web visitors. Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the show starting at 7:30 PM.