This weekend in Goose Creek, SC

Celebrate fresh tastes and locally made goods at the Summerville Farmers Market, a lively open air marketplace featuring local farmers, growers, artisans, and specialty food vendors. Wander the booths and visit Nut Time Snacks for hot, fragrant roasted pecans, cashews, and almonds prepared on-site, creamy fudge in a range of flavors, crisp pickles, and warm, soft pretzels. If deciding is hard, free samples make it easy to try before you buy. Arrive hungry and leave with something you did not realize you needed.

Practice surrounded by plants at the Ace Hardware greenhouse and Bolts & Brews Beer Garden during Flow & Grow Yoga. These welcoming, all-levels sessions feature a rotating lineup of local instructors, including Jessica Munday, Anne Marie Larmon, Meg Chapman, and Jess Oliver. The cost is $10, payable in cash or via Venmo. Please bring your own yoga mat and any props you prefer to use.

Enjoy a relaxed brunch at Chatty Magpie Cafe in North Charleston, where fresh breakfast favorites, handcrafted coffee, and specialty drinks pair with live performances from talented local musicians in a cozy neighborhood setting. This ongoing community gathering offers a welcoming space for friends and families to connect over good food, good music, and unhurried conversation.

Enjoy a free pickleball meetup at the courts behind Luminary and Brew Coffee. Bring a paddle if you have one, and extra paddles and balls will be available. All skill levels are welcome, and friends and family are welcome too.

This ongoing monthly series centers on traditional Native dance at Goose Creek Recreation Center. Designed for women of all ages and welcoming to everyone, the classes offer a supportive space to learn core steps, explore the cultural significance of the dances, and build community through shared movement. Whether starting from the beginning or continuing a dance journey, participants can grow skills and deepen cultural connection as the program continues into 2026.

A community back to school backpack drive offers free backpacks packed with school supplies to support students as the new year approaches. Families can also enjoy free hot dogs and popcorn, and kids can take a turn on a giant bounce slide for extra fun. Quantities are limited and items will be given out while they last.

Celebrate the close of the season at Milcah’s End of Summer Market, featuring food, games, music, and a range of local vendors. Admission is free for all ages. Vendor inquiries may be directed to Stacey Craven at (843) 478-4842.

The Charleston County School District’s fourth annual Serving the Unhoused takes place at the convention center. Attendees can expect complimentary meals, kid-friendly activities, access to resources and assistance, and an assortment of giveaways. A refurbished car will also be given away.

Top Dawg Tavern in Summerville hosts its annual Family Day with a lunchtime lineup of family friendly activities. Ariel will appear alongside Woody from Toy Story for photos and autographs. Creative fun includes face painting by The Paint Pixie, balloon creations by Carol’s Balloon Art, and a coloring contest. In addition, $6 Kids Meals are available every day and each one comes with a kids drink and ice cream.

At the Magnolia Workshop, adults can immerse themselves in traditional indigo dyeing and craft a personal textile piece from start to finish. Using a plant-derived indigo extract, fabric is dipped into a natural dye vat and, through the magic of oxidation, shifts before your eyes into a rich blue. As part of America 250 programming, this hands-on experience blends creative practice with science, offering an engaging look at fermentation and oxidation while also examining the deep and complicated history of indigo in colonial South Carolina. The program acknowledges the essential knowledge and labor of enslaved Africans who cultivated and perfected this crop in the Lowcountry. Light bites and refreshments add a relaxed touch to the creative atmosphere. Participants design and dye a custom set of four dinner napkins to take home, creating a useful keepsake that reflects the day’s learning. The workshop also connects the story of indigo to America’s Revolutionary era through the lens of Southern agricultural history. Afterward, attendees can extend their visit with a self-guided exploration of Magnolia’s Heritage Garden and its distinctive indigo maze. This experience is curated for adults, history lovers, gardeners, crafters, and curious learners, and no prior dyeing experience is needed.

At Palmetto Scholars Academy, this back to school bash brings the Phoenix community together to launch the new year. Meet the cross country and volleyball teams, cool off with Kona Ice, and grab bites from local food trucks. Test your skills in a three point shooting contest for cash prizes, or aim for the win in a cornhole tournament with cash prizes on the line. Phoenix Club memberships and fresh PSA gear will be available for purchase, with opportunities to support student athletes through donations. Students, parents, alumni, and community supporters are all welcome. Expect a spirited atmosphere, plenty of chances to reconnect with friends, and lots of Phoenix pride.

Kick off the Tim McGraw concert with a pre-party at New Realm Brewing. Enjoy live music, cold drinks, and a special concert menu, plus quick bites to help you get ready for the show. The event is all ages and includes free parking, so bring your crew and swing by early for food, drinks, and good vibes.

Set out on a relaxed two hour walk of roughly 1.5 miles through downtown Summerville, with a route that includes Azalea Park. Along the way, delve into local history and explore stories of buried scandals, tragic events, and eerie encounters. Admission applies to ages 13 and older, children 10 to 12 may attend at no cost, and guests under 10 are not permitted.

Enjoy an evening of in-store tabletop fun at Here Be Books & Games, where admission grants access to a wide selection of games and puzzles. The Game Library offers more than 400 choices, from classics and casual picks to thematic and strategy titles. Games are arranged on the shelves in the Gate Room, and the growing Puzzle Library is located beneath the TV in the Dragon Room. Space is limited. Please check in at the counter when you arrive and sign the guest book. Entry is $5, or $7.50 if you would like admission plus one drink and one snack.

Celebrate the launch of the BWC Foodie & Social Club with a meetup at Miller's at Carnes. Enjoy dinner, drinks, and conversation with fellow attendees, with food and beverages available for purchase from the restaurant. Those who wish can stick around after the meal to catch the DJ. An RSVP is requested to help the venue plan for an accurate headcount.

Live music from Drew Marler is planned. If there is a storm or extreme heat, the performance will be moved inside so the music can continue.

Come out for Charleston Mini Folk Fest with live music from The Whippoorwills, Grittygrass, and Futuretime String Band. Expect a full evening of folk, country, old-time, and bluegrass, plus a lively pop-up taco offering from chef Allen Duggar, local art, and vendors. Showtime starts at 7:00 PM.

Get ready for a country rock night with 49 Winchester as part of the Tim McGraw: Pawn Shop Guitar Tour. The show is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM at Credit One Stadium.

This two-hour haunted bar walk blends Summerville nightlife with eerie storytelling from knowledgeable guides. Participants visit carefully chosen local bars to enjoy drinks while uncovering centuries of intrigue, scandal, and charm. The experience emphasizes engaging tales and a social atmosphere. Exact meeting details are provided after booking.

American Legion Post 21 hosts a casual coffee gathering that brings together veterans, current service members, their families, and neighbors from the community. It offers friendly conversation, a chance to swap stories, ask questions, and build connections with those who have served. Support can be simple... share a table, listen, and enjoy a cup of coffee, maybe even a donut.

Masters 3 presents an uplifting concert centered on the Good News of the Gospel. The program features faith-focused music performed live. A love offering will be collected.

Enjoy a laid back brunch gathering where anime fans watch fresh episodes from popular series alongside a selection of brunch fare. Attendees can relax with friends, savor good food, and share favorite titles with fellow fans. It is a welcoming community day built around new releases, conversation, and a shared love of anime.

Join a fun paint and sip class at Indigo Reef Brewing Company where you will follow along with an instructor to create your own version of “Starry Lake.” The experience is beginner-friendly, includes all the painting supplies you need, and includes guidance throughout so you can just relax and enjoy the creative flow. Enjoy great music and the option to purchase beverages at the venue.

Spend time gaming at Here Be Books & Games with access to a large in-store library. Admission is $5 and includes a drink, a snack, and use of the collection. You can swap the snack for an extra drink or trade a drink for a snack. The library offers over 400 titles, from classics to new releases, with casual, thematic, and strategic choices, all arranged on shelves in the Gate Room. Please check in at the counter when you arrive and sign the guest book.

This family-focused event features a simple offer. For each All-Access Pass purchased, one complimentary youth pass is included for a guest younger than 18.

39 Rue de Jean’s wine bar is hosting an intimate, elevated five-course prix fixe wine dinner as part of its 25th anniversary celebration. The menu will be paired with wines selected to match each course, and the chef and sommelier will guide guests through the evening with thoughtful explanations and pairings. Reservations are limited to one seating, making it a special, celebratory night for both longtime fans and first-time guests.