Who will be crowned Top Jerk Chef of 2023? Find out at the eighth-annual Charleston Caribbean Jerk Festival celebrating the food, culture, and music of the islands. Enjoy jerk-seasoned specialties from 15 food vendors, including last year’s winner Ma Gloria, and a host of live bands headlined by Tropix International Sounds with Yonni Rude & Swisha Sweet. Riverfront Park, 1001 Everglades Ave., North Charleston. Saturday, 3-10 p.m. $20; VIP tickets $350-$200. www.chsjerkfest.com
