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E.g., March 2025
Thursday, Mar 20, 2025

Join us at Rhodes Boutique & Rhodes Home & Gift on March 20th from 10am-6pm to celebrate 25 years of style and community at our 25th Anniversary & Spring Fling! Enjoy a day filled with exclusive pop-ups, exciting giveaways, and delightful sips and bites. Gather up your girls and make sure y'all get here for the fun! https://rhodesboutique.com/pages/local-events


Thursday, Mar 20, 2025

Buxton Books hosts New York Times best-selling author Patti Callahan Henry for the release of her latest novel, a narrative that follows three generations of women trying to unravel their pasts. The author, known for historical fiction novels The Secret Book of Flora Lea and Becoming Mrs. Lewis, is also the cocreator and cohost of the weekly web show and podcast, Friends and Fiction. Buxton Books, 160 King St. Thursday, 6-7pm. $32. (843)723-1670, www.buxtonbooks.com


Thursday, Mar 20, 2025

The fiery frontwoman of local six-piece synthwave project Doom Flamingo and soul band Motown Throwdown presents a jazzy solo set as part of this year’s The Charleston Festival lineup. The Riviera, 227 King St. Thursday, 7:30-9pm. $55. (843)266-3885, www.therivierachs.com


Friday, Mar 21, 2025

This inaugural event from Redux Contemporary Art Center will showcase the work of more than 60 local artists in individual exhibition spaces, ranging from paintings and photography to sculpture. Early birds can get a first look at submissions during Friday’s 1st Dibs Market, which includes complimentary light bites and bubbles. The full weekend market offers a family-friendly experience. Redux Contemporary Arts Center, 1056 King St. 1st Dibs Market, $35; regular market, $10 suggested donation. (843)722-0697, www.reduxstudios.org


Friday, Mar 21, 2025

Formerly known as the Spring Antiques Show, The Charleston Show features 30 exhibitors from the US, England, and Europe showcasing a curated selection of period and mid-century furniture, ceramics, folk art, Oriental rugs, silver, maps, and jewelry. Get a sneak peek at items during a cocktail party on March 20 benefiting the Drayton Hall Preservation Trust. Saturday morning includes an intimate chat with award-winning designer Timothy Corrigan on incorporating French style into the home (2024 speaker Henrietta Spencer-Churchill pictured). Festival Hall, 56 Beaufain Dr. Friday-Sunday, $20-$17, $65 for three-day access; Thursday Preview Party, $325-$225. (330)606-8226, www.thecharlestonshow.com


Friday, Mar 21, 2025

Dance the night away under the stars at the Mount Pleasant Pier. The night will feature an eclectic mix of musical genres, including shag, rock, country, Motown, and folk. Mount Pleasant Pier, 71 Harry M. Hallman Jr. Blvd., Mount Pleasant. Friday, 7-10pm. $15-$10. www.ccprc.com 


Friday, Mar 21, 2025

Directed by Kristin Alexander, this 10th-annual performance hosted by the College of Charleston features the work of past student choreographers. Simons Center Black Box Theatre, 54 St. Philip St. Wednesday-Saturday, 7:30pm; Sunday, 2pm. $25-$12. (843)953-6306, www.charleston.edu 


Saturday, Mar 22, 2025

Mount Pleasant Towne Centre’s signature spring event returns. Take in performances from local music groups, dance troupes, and visual arts studios; stroll the Art Walk trail featuring works from Lowcountry creatives; enjoy kids activities; and more. Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, 1218 Belk Dr., Mount Pleasant. Saturday, 11am-3pm. Free. (843)884-8517, www.experiencemountpleasant.com


Saturday, Mar 22, 2025

Experience the Charleston Symphony Orchestra’s last performance of the 2024-2025 Pop series, with handpicked scores from the James Bond film series. Conducted by Yuriy Bekker, the concert features Chloe Lowery on vocals. Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St. Saturday, 7:30-10pm. $161-$26. (843)723-7528, www.charlestonsymphony.org


Saturday, Mar 22, 2025

Join two-time Grammy Award-winning artist Quiana Parler and the North Charleston Pops orchestra for an evening celebrating the Lowcountry’s rich musical heritage. The program ranges from gospel and Gullah to jazz and blues, featuring “God Bless the Child” and “Amazing Grace,” as well as pieces from Porgy and Bess. Saxophonist Kevin Patton will premiere a new symphony work, joined by those of African American composers Florence Price, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, and Scott Joplin. Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston. Saturday, 7:30pm. $45-$16. (843)202- 2787, www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com


Sunday, Mar 23, 2025

The St. Baldrick’s Foundation hosts head-shaving fundraisers across the country to bring awareness and funds to children’s cancer research and has raised more than $300 million since 2005. Participants can “brave the shave” by getting a haircut or simply make a donation. Jeff’s Barbering, 1971 Riviera Dr., Mount Pleasant. Thursday, 2-5pm. Free. (888)899-2253, www.stbaldricks.org


Sunday, Mar 23, 2025

Roger Bellow and Ann Caldwell of The Magnolia Singers will perform an hour of jazz standards in the courtyard of the Emeline hotel, showcasing the rich, traditional sounds of Gullah music. Emeline, 181 Church St. Sunday, 5-6pm. $40. (843)577-2644, www.hotelemeline.com


Sunday, Mar 23, 2025

Sip on Madeira and other historic spirits while learning about the 17th-century rum trade between the Holy City and Barbados during this mixology workshop from Historic Charleston Foundation. Captain James Missroon House, 40 East Bay St. Tuesday, 5:30-7pm. $55. (843)722-2996, www.charlestonmuseum.org


Sunday, Mar 23, 2025

This comedian is known for his landmark podcast WTF with Marc Maron, which has more than 1,500 episodes, and his onstage reflections of his relationships with family members, past partners, and fellow stand-up stars. Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St. Sunday, 8pm. $69-$49. (843)853-2252, www.charlestonmusichall.com


Monday, Mar 24, 2025

This four-member post-rock band from Austin, Texas, has garnered popularity for elaborately developed guitar work and emotional live shows, producing tracks like  “Moving On,” “Ten Billion People,” and “Loved Ones.” The latest tour takes its name from End, the band’s first album in seven years, which ranges from classical to soul to experimental ambient music. Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St. Monday, 8pm. $99-$35. (843)853-2252, www.charlestonmusichall.com


Tuesday, Mar 25, 2025

The ghost with the most comes to the stage in this musical adaptation of Tim Burton’s creepy comedy film following outcast teenager Lydia Deetz and the malevolent spirit Beetlejuice. Since opening on Broadway in 2019, the show has been performed more than 700 times around the world. North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston. Tuesday-Friday, 7:30pm; Saturday, 2pm & 7:30pm; Sunday, 1pm & 6:30pm. $107-$57. (843)529-5000, www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com


Tuesday, Mar 25, 2025

Watch as the compositions of 20th-century Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich come to life through the electrifying choreography and a live string quartet. Acrobats from the Circa Contemporary Circus will perform skillful balancing acts and balletic movements to the time of the music, which includes three quartets written by Shostakovich that range from joyful to somber. Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St. Tuesday, 7:30pm. $115-$58. (843)724-5212, www.gaillardcenter.org


Thursday, Mar 27, 2025

People and their pups are invited to relax at Wannamaker County Park. While humans enjoy cocktails and live music, canines can run around off-leash and play. Wannamaker County Park, 8888 University Blvd., North Charleston. Thursday, 5:30-7:30pm. $2. (843)795-4386, www.ccprc.com


Friday, Mar 28, 2025

Walk through beautifully arranged gardens and historic private homes during the Garden Club of Charleston’s 89th season. Tour abodes in Ansonborough-Wraggborough and South of Broad and enjoy live music and plein air painting in many of the gardens and piazzas. Founded in 1922, the Garden Club maintains some of the Holy City’s most-visited historic gardens, including those at the Joseph Manigault and Heyward-Washington houses, and provides nature-based learning opportunities and scholarships to area youth. Locations vary. Friday & Saturday, 1-5pm. $100. www.thegardenclubofcharleston.org


Friday, Mar 28, 2025

Explore some of the city’s historic private residences and gardens during this 89th-annual event. Proceeds allow the Garden Club of Charleston to maintain the city’s historic gardens and help fund Camp Wildwood, a nature-based summer camp. Locations vary. Friday & Saturday, 1-5 p.m. $100. www.thegardenclubofcharleston.org


Friday, Mar 28, 2025

Immerse yourself in Gullah spirituals and other music under the shade of the Aiken-Rhett House Museum’s magnolia trees, while listening to the songful, historic storytelling performed by The Magnolia Singers. Aiken-Rhett House Museum, 48 Elizabeth St. Friday, 5-7pm. $65. (843)723-1159, www.historiccharleston.org


Friday, Mar 28, 2025

Led by Mikhail Agrest, the Charleston Symphony Orchestra explores the emotion and drama of Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, tackling juxtaposing themes of happiness and pain, light and darkness, as well as life, death, and resurrection. The concert features guest vocalists Martha Guth and Susan Platts. Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St. Friday, 7:30pm. $150-$26. (843)723-7528, www.charlestonsymphony.org


Saturday, Mar 29, 2025

Since 2005, walkers in more than 35 countries have raised millions of dollars through nonprofit Water Mission to fight the global water crisis. Participants will carry an empty bucket for 1.5 miles before filling it with water and returning to Riverfront Park, a distance that symbolizes the length many people have to go to get clean water. Riverfront Park, 1061 Everglades Ave., North Charleston. Saturday, 8am. $25. (843)769-7395, www.walkforwater.rallybound.org


Saturday, Mar 29, 2025

Little ones ages eight to 12 can explore the natural habitats of Charleston County Parks through educational and fun nature-based activities. Learn more about local flora taxonomy, biology, and how plants can be used for food, medicine, and even shelter. James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr. Saturday, 10am-noon. $10. www.ccprc.com


Saturday, Mar 29, 2025

North America’s largest women’s only tennis tournament returns to the Credit One Stadium for the 25-anniversary season. Watch the world’s top athlethes, including Jessica Pegula, Paula Badosa, and Charleston-based Emma Navarro, take to the court for a singles draw of 48 players, a qualifying draw of 24 players, and a doubles draw of 16 players. The event, which started on Hilton Head Island in 1973, annually hosts more than 90,000 fans. Credit One Stadium, 161 Seven Farms Dr., Daniel Island. Days & times vary. $625-$25. (843)856-7900, www.creditonecharlestonopen.com


Saturday, Mar 29, 2025

North America’s largest women’s only tennis tournament gets started with the popular family weekend, serving up kid-friendly entertainment such as jump castles, face painting, and live music. For the first time, qualifying matches will be held on the stadium court. World No. 7 Jessica Pegula and World No. 8 and Charleston local Emma Navarro, as well as former champion Madison Keys (above) are expected to play in the nine-day tournament that showcases a singles draw of 48 players, a qualifying draw of 24 players, and a doubles draw of 16 players. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Charleston hosting the event that attracts more than 90,000 attendees each year. Credit One Stadium, 161 Seven Farms Dr., Daniel Island. Times & ticket prices vary. (843) 856-7900, www.creditonecharlestonopen.com


Saturday, Mar 29, 2025

Dance, drink, and feast with fellow community members during this outdoor shindig at the Caw Caw Interpretive Center. Guests are encouraged to bring their own tables and chairs, with food and beer available for purchase on-site. Caw Caw Interpretive Center, 5200 Savannah Hwy., Ravenel. Tuesday, 5-7pm. $25-$20. www.ccprc.com


Saturday, Mar 29, 2025

Lowcountry Orphan Relief’s annual black-tie gala offers live music, high-end auction items, dancing, cocktails, and dinner. Financial support from the evening funds services such as care kit distribution and emergency clothing closets in schools. Trident Technical College, 7000 Rivers Ave., Building 920, North Charleston. Saturday, 6-9pm. $165. (843)747-4099, www.lowcountryorphanrelief.org


Sunday, Mar 30, 2025

This afternoon oyster roast includes a Bloody Mary bar, food trucks, a cornhole tournament, and live music. Visit the distillery for free, but tickets should be purchased in advance for all-you-can-eat oysters. Attendants should bring their own shucking equipment, tables, chairs, and blankets. Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston. Sunday, 11am-5pm. $45. (843)557-1405, www.fireflydistillery.com


Monday, Apr 07, 2025

"Join us at Rhodes Boutique on April 7th & 8th from 10am-5pm for "Restyle Your Fur" with the renowned Alex Labellman. Get your furs repaired, cleaned, and reimagined. Walk ins welcome, appointments preferred. See you soon!" https://rhodesboutique.com/