Discover 10 Of the More Popular Events Taking Place In & Around Charleston SC This Weekend

Jeff Walker,  Entertainment Writer

Whether it's an event, live theatre, concerts, and or festivals greater Charleston SC plays host to a wide variety of happenings each and every weekend. The following are just some of the best of the best taking place this weekend in the low country. Get out of the house or out of your comfort zone and enjoy any of the following. Plenty of holiday events on tap.

Your SC Stingrays play host to the Greensboro Gargoyles on Sunday afternoon at the North Charleston Coliseum. Ahoy mateys and fair royals! Dress up for Pirates & Princesses Day with real-life Princesses and Pirates. A magical, swashbuckling day of fun for kids and families awaits. Puck drops at 3pm. For more visit https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/sc-stingrays-vs-greensboro-gargoyles-1

Come out to the Wit's End Comedy Lounge 8pm on Saturday night for The New Year Hangover Show. ​The New Year Hangover is a fast-paced, lightning-round showcase of your favorite Wit’s End comics, plus one or two surprise out-of-town guests who also needed somewhere to be after the holidays. Short sets, big laughs, zero emotional baggage (okay, minimal emotional baggage). Details at https://www.witsendcharleston.com/shows/351604

It's still time to enjoy Frannie’s Winter Courtyard at Frannie & The Fox 181 Church Street. Step inside a festive tree-lined village at Frannie’s Winter Courtyard. Sit fireside while chatting with friends and family over Frannie’s shareable plates and cozy cocktails. Snuggle up in your own personal yurt and wrap yourself in a fur coat or cozy blanket. This picture-perfect holiday pop-up is sure to be a new holiday tradition. More at
https://hotelemeline.com/hotel-happenings#!/e/frannie-s-winter-courtyard-3b95420a/

Patriots Point host Throwback Day on Saturday. Ready for a blast from the past? Join them for Throwback Day on January 3, 2026, as we kick off our year-long 50th anniversary tribute! For one day only, admission will be just $2 per person — the original ticket price from opening day in 1976 — making it the perfect time to visit and join in on the fun. Begin your travel back in time at https://www.patriotspoint.org/events/throwback-day

Ice skating returns to the Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina. It all happens at the Lookout Pavilion, as they bring skating to the waterfront on a synthetic rink. Skate Thursdays through Sundays all season long thru January 19th 2026. Sip on hot cocoa, chill out with a Patriots Point Pilsner from Holy City Brewing, and warm up by the fire pits or cozy gondolas overlooking the harbor.

Enjoy the James Island Town Market this Friday night 6-9pm. The James Island Town Market is set to take place the first Friday of every month and will have live music, crafts, lawn games, food trucks and fresh produce vendors. Event takes place at the Town Hall Parking Lot 1122 Dills Bluff Road on James Island.

New Realm Brewery on Daniel Island host Brew & Renew on Saturday beginning at 2pm. Kick off 2026 feeling refreshed, recharged, and ready for the year ahead at New Realm Brewing Co.! Join us for a one-of-a-kind post-holiday wellness event featuring workout professionals, local medspas, recovery treatments, and expert wellness tips. Sip on craft beverages, including delicious mocktail options, as you relax, socialize, and reset. More at https://newrealmbrewing.com/charleston/live-music-events/

Food & drink for a cause. Come out to Bowen’s Island on Sunday January 4th for the 2026 Save the Light Oyster Roast, an afternoon of oysters, live music, and Lowcountry favorites supporting the Morris Island Lighthouse. VIP guests enjoy early access with exclusive bites and drinks from 1–2 PM. Tickets are limited and sold out quickly last year! All you need to know at https://savethelight.org/events/

If you enjoy college basketball, the Citadel Bulldogs host SoCon rival the Wofford Terriers at 1pm on Saturday. It takes place at the McAlister Fieldhouse on the Citadel campus. For more on the Bulldogs home games visit https://citadelsports.com/sports/mens-basketball/schedule/2025-26