Events in Summerville, SC

Celebrate seasonal tastes and discover locally made goods at the Summerville Farmers Market, a lively open air marketplace where the community connects with farmers, growers, artisans, and specialty food vendors. Nut Time Snacks will be on site with popular treats, including pecans, cashews, and almonds roasted on site and served hot and aromatic, rich and creamy fudge in many flavors, crunchy pickles, and warm, soft pretzels. Unsure what to choose? Free samples are available so you can taste before you decide. Arrive hungry and head home with an unexpected favorite.

An all-levels yoga class takes place at the Ace Hardware greenhouse and Bolts & Brews Beer Garden. A rotating roster of local instructors leads the practice, 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.

Chatty Magpie Cafe in North Charleston hosts a relaxed brunch featuring breakfast favorites, craft coffee and other specialty beverages, and live sets from local musicians in a comfortable neighborhood atmosphere. Created to connect the community through food, music, and conversation, this ongoing gathering offers a welcoming place to meet with friends and family or settle in for a laid-back cafe experience.

A casual pickleball meetup at the courts behind Luminary and Brew Coffee offers a free opportunity for play that welcomes every skill level. Attendees may bring their own paddles, and extra paddles and balls will be available. Friends and family are welcome.

Wassamasaw Women’s Dance Classes continue into 2026, offering a monthly gathering at Goose Creek Recreation Center where women of all ages can learn and connect through traditional Native dance in a supportive, welcoming setting. Each class builds confidence through essential steps while exploring the meanings and stories behind the dances, creating space to honor culture together. Beginners and experienced dancers alike are encouraged to participate, and all are welcome to take part, learn, and celebrate.

Create your own textile piece at the Magnolia Workshop in a hands-on session focused on traditional indigo dyeing. Work with a plant-based extract and an indigo vat, then watch your fabric turn a rich blue as the dye oxidizes, while learning about the natural processes of fermentation and oxidation that make it possible. Presented as part of America 250 programming, the workshop also examines the complex history of indigo as a leading colonial crop in South Carolina and recognizes the knowledge and labor of enslaved Africans who developed and sustained its cultivation in the Lowcountry. Each participant designs and dyes a set of four dinner napkins to take home. Light bites and refreshments are included. Admission also provides time for a self-guided walk through Magnolia’s Heritage Garden and the indigo maze. This experience is designed for adults, including history enthusiasts, gardeners, crafters, and curious learners, and no prior dyeing experience is needed.

Enjoy in-store gaming at Here Be Books & Games with access included to a library of more than 400 board games, from timeless favorites and new releases to casual, thematic, and strategic picks. Games are organized on shelves in the Gate Room, and a growing puzzle collection is available under the TV in the Dragon Room. Please stop by the counter on arrival to check in and sign the guest book. Admission is $5, or $7.50 if you would like admission plus one drink and one snack. Capacity is limited.

Experience a touch of Death Valley in the Lowcountry as the Lowcountry Tigers, Charleston’s chapter of the LSU Alumni Association, host a watch party for LSU versus LA Tech at Holy City Brewing. Admission is free, and LSU fans, alumni, families, and friends are welcome. Enjoy great beer, good company, and plenty of purple and gold spirit.

This two-hour haunted bar walk in Summerville blends lively nightlife with chilling tales shared by expert guides. Participants can enjoy a few drinks at carefully chosen bars while exploring stories spanning centuries of mystery, scandal, and charm in a friendly, social atmosphere. The exact meeting location is provided after booking.

American Legion Post 21 hosts a relaxed coffee gathering where veterans, active-duty personnel, families, and community members can sit together, share stories, ask questions, and connect. Everyone is welcome, whether you have served, have a loved one who has, or want to show support. The focus is simple... take a seat, listen, and enjoy conversation over a cup of coffee, maybe even a donut. This meet-up takes place at American Legion Post 21.

Spend a laid-back Sunday combining anime and brunch. Catch new episodes of popular shows, share your favorites with other fans, and enjoy a selection of delicious brunch items. This casual gathering creates a welcoming community vibe for people who want to relax, talk anime, and savor good food.

Settle in for tabletop fun at Here Be Books & Games with open in-store play. Admission is $5 and covers a drink, a snack, and full access to the Game Library, and you can trade the snack for another drink if you prefer. Explore more than 400 games, ranging from timeless classics to brand-new releases, light and casual picks to richly thematic and strategic options, all organized on the shelves in the Gate Room. When you arrive, please check in at the counter and sign the Guest Book.

POUND Unplugged with Carroll at FitCo Fitness delivers a 45 minute session that blends high intensity interval training with calming mindfulness, guided breathing, and meditation. Using weighted drumsticks called Ripstix, the format supports overall fitness while promoting clear focus and easing stress.

Charleston business professionals are invited to connect at a casual networking meetup at Holy City Brewing in Park Circle. Meet others in the area, exchange business cards and contact details, and share current needs. This gathering happens monthly at the brewery. In January and February it typically takes place indoors near the bar area, and by March, weather permitting, it shifts to the outdoor picnic space for some fresh air.

This event takes place within the Sanctuary.

A neighborhood cornhole competition featuring music performed live, an outdoor bar hosted by Neighborhood Taphouse, craft activities and more. Prizes will be awarded to the winning teams.

She Tris marks its 10th anniversary with an all-women sprint event at Carnes Crossroads in Summerville, created to welcome participants of every age, background, and experience level. The day includes both a women’s event and a dedicated girls event. The women’s triathlon features a 250 yard pool swim using a snake pattern across the lanes, an 8 mile bike made up of three flat loops on neighborhood roads that remain open to light traffic, and a 2 mile out-and-back run on flat community paths with some shade. A women’s duathlon is also offered with a 1 mile out-and-back run, the same three loop 8 mile bike, and a 2 mile run to finish. For those who prefer to skip the bike, the women’s aquathlon includes a 250 yard swim and a 2 mile run, a format that can work well for daughters to participate with mothers, aunts, or grandmothers. An event swim cap is available for the swim. The girls event provides age-based distances. Ages 4 to 6 complete a 25 yard swim, 1 mile bike, and 1 mile run. Ages 7 to 9 take on a 50 yard swim with a 1 mile bike and 1 mile run. Ages 10 to 12 and 13 to 14 each race a 100 yard swim, a 3 mile bike, and a 1.5 mile run. Participants receive helpful support and keepsakes, including a complimentary training plan, informative clinics, group training encouragement, an event swim cap, a shirt, finish line photos, a finish line celebration, and a finisher memento. Virtual options are available for the triathlon, duathlon, and aquathlon, allowing athletes to complete the distances from any location with the ability to upload results and receive packets by local pickup or mail. The mission of She Tris is to offer a welcoming, supportive triathlon experience for women and girls, empowering participants to take on multisport challenges and carry that confidence into other areas of life.

This meeting at Dorchester County Career and Technology Center includes regular updates. The Butterfly Monarchy presents a garden talk on host and nectar plants that support butterflies. The bee portion is still to be determined, and details for the Kids Club are to be announced.

Walk to End Lupus Now in South Carolina brings together individuals living with lupus and their loved ones for a shared goal of ending the disease. At Wannamaker Park, participants support the Lupus Foundation of America, Southeast Region by helping fund research, build awareness, and show solidarity with those affected. The walk offers a welcoming space for the community to take steps toward better treatments and a future without lupus.

Something new is taking shape at Cane Bay Market Place, where a community market highlights local brands and the people who support them. The event creates room for small businesses, independent makers, and community dreamers to present their work. Expect artisans and boutiques with handmade items, bakers and other food vendors, and kid-friendly touches such as face painting. Service providers can share what they do, nonprofits and neighborhood groups can connect with the community, and sponsors or collaborators can support the local effort. Whether building a side hustle, promoting a cause, or growing a business, this market offers a welcoming platform to meet the crowd and help build something big together.

Now in its 10th anniversary year, She Tris GIRL offers a youth centered triathlon experience designed to welcome girls of all backgrounds and abilities into a positive, encouraging atmosphere. It is part of the She Tris Sprint Triathlon series, an all women collection of events that takes place in cities such as Mount Pleasant, South Charlotte, Summerville, Huntersville, and Chapel Hill. Participants receive a free training plan, educational clinics, group support, a She Tris swim cap and shirt, finish line photos, a finisher keepsake, and a celebration at the finish. Age based courses keep the challenge appropriate at every stage. Ages 4 to 6 complete a 25 yard swim, a 1 mile bike, and a 1 mile run. Ages 7 to 9 take on a 50 yard swim with the same 1 mile bike and 1 mile run. Ages 10 to 12 and 13 to 14 cover a 100 yard swim, a 3 mile bike, and a 1.5 mile run. A virtual format is also available for triathlon, duathlon, or aquathlon so participants can complete the distances anywhere and upload results, with packets available for local pickup or by mail. The mission centers on creating a welcoming space for women and girls to try triathlon, build confidence through the challenge, and carry that achievement into other parts of life.

Relive the peak of boy band mania with a high-energy tribute that brings back frosted tips, swoon-worthy front men, and sing-along declarations of love. A full touring band powers the show with tight harmonies and polished choreography while nostalgic hits from the era keep the crowd moving. Boy Band Review delivers a throwback experience that channels the pop spirit of the 1990s and aims to leave audiences exhilarated.

Enjoy in-store gaming at Here Be Books & Games with access to a large game library. Admission is $5 and includes a drink and a snack, and you may exchange one for the other if you prefer. Explore a collection of more than 400 games, from long-time favorites to new releases, with choices that are casual, thematic, or strategic, all arranged on shelves in the Gate Room. Please check in at the counter and sign the Guest Book when you arrive. Guests are also welcome to take part in the current activity in the Dragon Room.

Designed for former ABWA members, current members, and anyone curious about the organization, this social gathering centers on reconnection, networking, and celebrating the women who strengthen the community. Expect conversations with professionals from many fields, opportunities to build both business and personal relationships, and insights into how ABWA empowers women through leadership, education, and community. Food, engaging activities, and plenty of laughter round out the experience. Guests are welcome to bring a friend, a coworker, or another woman who enjoys connecting with others. Appreciation is extended to sponsors including April Manigault of CC Events and Rentals, Christine Strappello, Melissa Smith, Robin Nazon, and Keith of 3 Freedoms Lifestyle.

At the Summerville Country Club, a lively fundraiser supports Lakeside Animal Rescue & Sanctuary, Cindy Lou’s Legacy Sanctuary, Libby and Mace's Place Animal Rescue, and Friends of Berkeley County Animals, celebrating compassion for local dogs and cats with music and laughter. Tickets include a buffet dinner featuring pulled pork, chicken, mac and cheese, baked beans, coleslaw, and rolls, and a cash bar is available. Entertainment includes an energetic DJ, a silent auction, raffles, and a 50/50 cash drawing, all in support of these rescue groups. Attendance is limited to 150 guests, and casual dress is encouraged.

This fall at Carolyn Lewis Fields, Healthy Kids Running Series offers a youth-centered running experience. The program is national, inclusive, and focused on fun, with dedicated local coordinators guiding activities. Children celebrate their achievements while building active, healthy lifestyles.

Families and friends can support the Marrington Middle School Band Booster at a monthly Wendy’s Night at Wendy’s. Place an order inside or through the drive thru during the event hours, and Wendy’s will donate 20 percent of sales attributed to the fundraiser to the booster program. Enjoy a meal while helping the band.

This outdoor, general admission show will go on rain or shine. All dates, acts, and ticket prices are subject to change without notice, and tickets may include applicable service fees at all points of sale. To reduce staff contact with guest belongings, a clear bag policy is in place that permits clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC tote bags up to 12 x 6 x 12, as well as small clutch bags up to 4.5 x 6.5. Lawn chairs are not allowed, but blankets are welcome. Tents, outside food or drink, coolers, and pets are not permitted. Children under the age of two are free, and ages two and older require a ticket. Ticket access includes a public onsale along with presales for Citi Cardmembers, the artist, Live Nation, and Spotify.

The 2026 season of the Carnes Crossroads Farmers Market features over fifty vendors offering locally crafted goods, farm-fresh produce, baked treats, artwork, and more. The market highlights the community’s focus on healthy living and presents a wide range of local products to explore.

Enjoy a family-friendly skate night at Central Creek Park with music, lights, and a lively atmosphere. Skaters of every age and ability can take part, from beginners to experienced riders. Please bring personal skates or rollerblades. Friends and families can celebrate fall on wheels together.

At Seacoast Church - Summerville, this inaugural banquet brings the Steadfast Recovery Ministries community together for an evening that honors changed lives, acknowledges God’s faithfulness, and shares the vision ahead. For the first time, the entire SRM family gathers to experience what is happening through the ministry. Guests will share a meal, worship with music led by Seacoast Worship, hear redemption stories from men impacted by SRM, connect with ministry leaders, and take in an inspiring keynote. The program also features a silent auction and a look at future plans, including ways to partner with the mission.

Southern Screams presents MACABRE, a new haunted house experience inside the eerie galleries of Museum Macabreo. The Curator has long gathered rare, strange, and forgotten relics, but his latest find has stirred a lurking force. Now the museum seems to hunger for additions, and an empty spot in the collection waits to be claimed. Expect immersive frights, unsettling characters, and a twisted museum journey that blurs the line between onlooker and exhibit. The displays do more than watch... they reach back. Enter at your own risk, where fear becomes the showpiece.

At Exchange Park, an expo focused on reptiles and other exotic animals invites visitors to encounter live creatures from across the globe, connect with knowledgeable vendors, and shop for pets and supplies straight from expert sellers. The experience unfolds over two days and includes many chances to learn more about reptiles and other exotic species.

This annual Rescue Me adoption event offers a family friendly day focused on helping animals find permanent homes. Attendees can enjoy food from local food trucks, browse goods from area vendors and crafters, and visit the Hullette Farm and Events mobile petting zoo. Several local rescue groups will be on site with adoptable animals ready to meet new families. Berkeley County residents receive free admission to Cypress Gardens for the day. The event helps raise funds for local rescues and Friends of Berkeley County Animals while celebrating the community and all that Cypress Gardens offers. Vendor and food truck applications are being accepted. For safety, no personal animals are allowed, and during alligator season animals are not permitted on the walking trails.

A vendor will be at the show showcasing crested geckos for visitors in the area to check out.

Game Day at Here Be Books & Games features in-store gaming with access to the shop’s game library. Admission is $5 and includes a drink and a snack, and you can swap one for the other if you prefer. Choose from more than 400 titles, spanning classics and new releases as well as casual, thematic, and strategy games, all shelved in the Gate Room. Please check in at the counter upon arrival and sign the guest book. Guests are also invited to lend a hand with the current activity in the Dragon Room.

An airsoft big game with milsim elements launches a new player driven series where actions determine the narrative. Friday offers registration and chrono. Saturday provides registration and a mandatory safety briefing that covers rules and field layout, with an extra wristband issued at the end, then evolution one and a night game to be announced. Sunday continues with evolution two following registration. Expect mission focused play supported by multiple props and chances to pick up collectibles. Squads align as Titan Industries in camo or Ares Axe as civilian.

Experience a full-day journey to Hilton Head Island that honors the living heritage of the Gullah Geechee people. Organized by The Paradise Lounge, this trip centers on centuries of history, traditions, and contributions that continue to influence the Lowcountry. Expect an immersive day shaped by stories shared across generations, music, art, community spirit, and local flavors, all while traveling in comfort aboard a luxury motorcoach. This experience welcomes culture lovers, history enthusiasts, food fans, day trippers, and solo travelers seeking community, as well as anyone who enjoys learning while having fun. Attendees can look forward to gaining a stronger understanding of Gullah Geechee culture, making new connections and memories, capturing photos, and returning with stories to share and a renewed pride in the rich history of the Lowcountry. Seating is limited and offered on a first come, first served basis.

At the Daning Amphitheater within the Goose Creek Municipal Complex, this family friendly celebration brings the community together for a full day of autumn fun. Visitors can take in live performances and browse artisan makers. Food vendors serve savory bites and sweet treats. Children will find dedicated play areas, and community and safety teams present engaging demonstrations. The event highlights local businesses and the spirit of the season, with guests encouraged to bring canned goods to support Helping Hands of Goose Creek as part of a tradition of giving back.

At Hutchinson Square, this family-friendly celebration brings together dozens of food trucks, more than 100 local vendors, children’s crafts, games, and live music. Ice-cold German beer and other beverages are available, and admission is free, with food and drinks sold separately. Enjoy food, shopping, and entertainment in downtown Summerville. Hosted by the Summerville Evening Rotary Club and the Summerville Oakbrook Breakfast Club.

Songwriters and music lovers can gather at Public Works Art Center for a welcoming, listening-room style open mic. The program begins with a relaxed unplugged song circle where participants can share works in progress or ease into performing, followed by an open mic that features a set by St. Banjo with additional performer slots before and after. On-site sign-ups are available and space is limited, so early arrival is recommended to secure a spot. Beverages and light snacks will be offered by donation, with proceeds supporting Community Music Collective and Public Works Art Center.

South Carolina’s premier gathering for overlanding, camping, and off-roading returns for a family-friendly weekend beside a beautiful Lowcountry lake. Attendees choose their own campsite and arrive in camper vans, 4x4 vehicles with rooftop tents, adventure bikes, RVs, or classic ground tents. The program is typically packed with hands-on experiences and outdoor fun, which may include a flight demonstration by the Birds of Prey Center, combat archery, the Serpentarium, an RC course, laser skeet shooting, blacksmith metal forging demos, a kids fossil hunt, mushroom foraging, fish printing, off-roading workshops, raffles, night vision goggle demos, and scavenger hunts. Presented twice a year in spring and fall, with ticket details to be announced soon.

Riverfront Revival makes its return to Charleston, guided by Darius Rucker and backed by an experienced production team. This celebration honors country music and the spirit of South Carolina’s Lowcountry.

The Weatherstone neighborhood hosts a community-wide, multi-family fall yard sale spanning the weekend, with many households taking part. Shoppers can browse a wide range of finds, including furniture, lamps, home decor, kitchen items, everyday essentials, vintage vinyl records, collectibles, books, tools, clothing for all ages, toys, and baby gear. Neighbors are clearing out closets, garages, and attics, so there will be plenty to explore across the community. A detailed map of participating homes and sneak peeks of featured items will be shared closer to the weekend to help plan a route.

A pet-friendly celebration featuring doggie kisses, area vendors, music, games, chilled beer, and tasty baked treats in a family friendly setting. Attendees who bring a donation of dog or cat food or treats receive a complimentary pint as a thank you for supporting pets in need. The day blends fun with a meaningful cause, making a positive impact for furry friends.

Enjoy in-store tabletop fun at Here Be Books & Games, where admission includes access to a large board game library and an expanding collection of puzzles. Capacity is limited. Browse more than 400 games, from classics and new releases to casual, thematic, and strategy titles. The game collection is on the shelves in the Gate Room, and the puzzles are located beneath the TV in the Dragon Room. Please check in at the counter on arrival and sign the guest book. Admission is $5, or $7.50 with one drink and one snack.

GlowFest 2026 heads to a new home in partnership with Cane Bay High School, moving into the student parking lot to make room for a larger crowd. The event is expanding to match its growth, with attendance expected between 1,500 and 3,000 people, making this the biggest edition yet.

Songwriters from across the Southeast come together in Downtown Summerville for a three-day celebration of original music, with performances where artists present their own songs and share the stories behind them. The festival takes place in Songwriter Alley at the south end of Short Central Avenue. The complete lineup will be announced. For questions, contact edistoblackwaterboogie@gmail.com.

The lineup features The Red Clay Strays, The Revivalists, and Haley Reinhart performing together at Credit One Stadium in Charleston, South Carolina. Attendees can expect a multi-artist concert with all three acts sharing the stage in a stadium setting.

Charleston Horror-Fest presents a new show in Charleston, South Carolina inside Embassy Suites Hotel Ballroom C. The program features appearances by actors and other guests, vendor booths, panel discussions, ghost stories, and cosplay. The event is open to all ages, and children receive free admission.

A mysterious evening awaits with a Murder Mystery Dinner at Lowcountry Conference Center, featuring A Villainous Voyage in the ’Ville. Expect suspense, laughter, delicious food, and memorable live entertainment as Flowertown Players bring an original script to life. The event supports Meals on Wheels of Summerville and its mission of serving homebound neighbors in the community. More details and a few clues will be shared soon.

The Novatones return to Montreux Bar and Grill in Summerville.

Now in its 12th year, the Sweet Tea Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K showcases a route through the historic heart of downtown Summerville. Participants make their way along a scenic course that passes bike trails and paths throughout the area. Registration includes a race t-shirt. The event is presented by Renewal by Andersen, with t-shirt sponsors Summit Coffee and Edifice Construction and mile marker sponsor Reverie Bookkeeping.

Enjoy a two hour, 1.5 mile walk through downtown Summerville with a stop in Azalea Park, exploring the area’s past through stories of local history, lesser known scandals, tragic events, and eerie legends. Admission cost applies to participants 13 and older, children ages 10 to 12 may attend for free, and guests under 10 are not allowed.

The Gobbler Gala at Summerville Country Club supports the Gobbler initiative with an evening of music, an open bar, and food. Attendees can enjoy a 50/50 raffle and take part in both live and silent auctions with items up for bid, all in the company of fellow supporters.

At Summerville Country Club, this golf tournament features check-in with bloody marys, mimosas, and biscuits. Play gets underway with a shotgun start, followed by awards and lunch.

Alongside regular agenda items, the program features a garden session on propagation presented by Freddie. The bee-focused topic and the kids club activity are still to be announced. The meeting wraps up with the annual club seed swap at Dorchester County Career and Technology Center.

Discover downtown Summerville on a two-hour, 1.5-mile walking tour that includes Azalea Park and shares the town’s history alongside stories of long-hidden scandals, tragedies, and ghostly encounters. The experience is presented at the Summerville Museum and Research Center. Admission applies to ages 13 and older. Children ages 10 to 12 may attend for free, and children under 10 are not permitted.