Lowcountry Oyster Festival

With 80,000 pounds of oysters up for grabs, the Lowcountry Oyster Festival is the largest event of its kind in the world. Enter oyster-shucking or -eating contests while enjoying live music and the beautiful scenery of Boone Hall. The festival benefits local charities including Ronald McDonald House, Hollings Cancer Center, and Shriners Hospital for Children. Boone Hall Plantation, 1235 Long Point Rd., Mount Pleasant. Sunday, 10am-5pm. $25-$10. (843)853-8000, www.charlestonrestaurantassociation.com