Things to Do This Weekend in Charleston

MOJA Arts Festival is an annual celebration of Black arts and culture and the related artistic contributions to the world, especially through African American and Caribbean legacies.

Enjoy a relaxed evening on the water aboard the Charleston Princess, featuring live music, sweeping views of the Holy City, and a casual BBQ buffet. This fun, social cruise offers a laid-back alternative to a traditional dinner, complete with pulled pork, herb-marinated chicken, classic sides, and banana pudding, plus a full bar with beer, wine, and cocktails available for purchase.

Live Under The Oaks returns to Towne Centre on October 1 with a free outdoor concert featuring Richard and The Twins, plus food from The CODfather Nexton Food Truck and beer and wine available for purchase.

Movie Night in the Park brings free outdoor cinema to American Gardens every Thursday from September 3 through October 29. Guests can arrive early for local snacks, drinks, and kid-friendly activities before settling in for a 6 p.m. screening under the stars.

Itinerant Literate Books and Odd Duck Market team up for a Spooky Season book tasting featuring a curated selection of fall and Halloween-themed reads, each paired with a complementary wine. Tickets include samples of each featured wine.

The Refinery Charleston hosts a dynamic lineup of live concerts and special events throughout the year, welcoming national, regional, and local performing artists to its vibrant mixed-use campus. With multiple event spaces and a schedule that’s continually evolving, guests can enjoy an ever-changing calendar of music, performances, and community gatherings in the heart of Charleston.

Charleston Library Society hosts a discussion on the Lowcountry’s deep mapping project, exploring how digital maps can bring together historical, cultural, environmental, and spatial data to tell a broader story of the region and its people.

Coffee lovers are invited to a complimentary tasting each Friday at 10 a.m. at Counter Culture Coffee Training Centers. This longstanding weekly tradition offers guests the chance to sample beautifully brewed coffees while learning about the company’s high-quality, sustainably sourced selections—from classic blends to the latest micro-lots—and the journey each coffee takes from seed to cup.

Barnwell Whaley presents a singer-songwriter showcase fundraiser benefiting Charleston Pro Bono Legal Services, featuring live performances by Finnegan Bell, Naomi Jewel, Grayson Little, and Sean Keefer, along with a silent auction and light refreshments at the historic Queen Street Playhouse.

Guests are invited to explore the Gibbes Museum’s collection and current exhibitions during a weekly public tour from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Led by knowledgeable Museum Interpreters, the tour offers engaging insight and opportunities for questions. The tour is free for Members and included with Museum admission for non-Members.

Join Charleston Candle Co. for a hands-on experience where you’ll learn to mix and create your own custom fragrance, and pour your own soy wax candles! Each ticket includes two 8 oz. candles per person. Perfect for crafting a personalized gift or treating yourself.

The Charleston Museum invites the community to explore Dill Sanctuary, a 580-acre wildlife preserve featuring guided tours, presentations on the property’s history and ecology, children’s activities, and opportunities to discover its natural landscapes.

Join Deep Water Vineyard for their Weekend Wine-Downs every Saturday, rain or shine! Enjoy $15 wine tastings (hourly, includes a souvenir glass), sip fun drinks from thier patio bar, and relax with live music and rotating food trucks. Bring the whole crew: kids are welcome, and well-behaved, leashed dogs can roam the grounds with you.

Sunset Social and KAYMARIEFIT host a community workout featuring a warm-up, walk/run, bodyweight exercises, and cooldown, followed by giveaways and 10% off at Odd Duck Market. The event welcomes all fitness levels.

Catch live music with your toes in the sand at The Windjammer! With a rotating lineup of artists every weekend, it’s the ultimate beachside escape for music lovers and weekend adventurers alike.

The Charleston Artist Guild presents an en plein air painting workshop with artist Alia Kroos, offering demonstrations, hands-on instruction, and personalized guidance as participants explore the process of painting outdoors.

Firefly Distillery hosts a laid-back Saturday afternoon featuring live music from Reso-Phonic, local food trucks, and an open-air setting for enjoying the weekend.

Keep Charleston Beautiful and Adopt-A-Highway host a community cleanup on Johns Island, bringing local volunteers together to remove litter from roads, neighborhoods, and other high-traffic areas across the island.

Founded in 1989, the Charleston Farmers Market in Marion Square is a beloved community event. You will find a variety of local produce, plants, herbs, and cut flowers as well as breakfast and lunch vendors, live entertainment, and an assortment of juried arts and crafts from local artisans every Saturday at the Market.

Sunday Market at American Gardens invites guests to spend a leisurely Sunday exploring a curated selection of local farms, specialty food vendors, fresh florals, and live music. Taking place every Sunday from September 13 through November 8, the market offers a relaxed way to experience Charleston’s seasonal flavors and blooms.

Drayton Hall invites guests to enjoy an afternoon of live music, historic landscapes, and refreshments, with access to the grounds and galleries and a complimentary first beer or glass of wine.

The annual Latin American Festival celebrates the vibrant cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean with live music, traditional dance, folkloric arts and crafts, and authentic food and flavors.

The Sunday Brunch Farmers Market takes place year-round behind The Charleston Pour House, featuring 40+ local vendors, live music, delicious food, and a full bar. Open Sundays from 11am–3pm, with free live music on the deck stage until 9.

Slow Food hosts a fall-inspired cooking demonstration with Angie Pitts and Estadio chef Jeremy Gozlan, showcasing the techniques behind Basque cheesecake and a seasonal butternut squash topping, followed by sherry and coffee pairings.