These are some of the top events happening the weekend of Nov 6th in greater Charleston SC. Keep in mind, threats of inclement weather often cause promoters to cancel or reschedule outdoor events. Best to visit the links provided to ensure the event is still on tap. Keep in mind rain and inclement weather may interfere with outdoor events. Check sites for updates
Farmers Markets:
The seasonal Charleston Farmer's Market has returned to Marion Square on Saturdays from 8am until 2pm. Enjoy a Bounty of Fresh Local Produce & Homegrown Creativity! Farmers, F&B, ART, Live Music & More! Family- and pet-friendly! Details at https://charlestonfarmersmarket.com/
Outdoor Activities, Shopping & Festivals:
It's back. The 2026 Coastal Carolina Fair running from October 29th through November 8th takes place at Exchange Park at 9850 Highway 78 in Ladson. Enjoy 11 days of thrilling rides, games, exhibits, live entertainment, and plenty of food & drink. Ride wristbands available daily. Park opens 3pm most days until 9pm, closing at 10pm on Fridays & Saturdays. Senior Day takes place Wed Nov 4th with admission 10am until 2pm for seniors. For a complete list of everything happening at the fair in 2026 visit https://coastalcarolinafair.org/fair-home/
The Charleston Literary Festival 2026 runs from November 6–15, 2026, at the historic Dock Street Theatre. Over 35 sessions spanning 10 days, including author conversations, Q&As, and on-site book signings. For daily events, authors, and more visit https://www.charlestonliteraryfestival.com/
The Charleston Parks & Rec Dept. host a Harvest Festival Sat Nov 7th at Johns Island County Park for a day of foot-stompin’ fun with live bluegrass music from local bands, pumpkin decorating, kids' crafts, hayrides, and more! Savor Southern favorites like mouthwatering Carolina barbecue, kettle corn, and all your beloved festival treats. Full details at https://www.ccprc.com/event/harvest-festival/501/
Shuck Fest 2026 takes place on Saturday, November 7 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Isle of Palms Exchange Club (201 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms). Unlimited oysters ($75), food, local beer, live music, and football broadcasts. All you need to know at https://www.thelononfoundation.org/event/shuck-fest-2026/
Live Music, Concerts & Comedy:
The SC Stingrays are home this weekend. Join them this Friday Novembe 6th, as they honor and celebrate the brave men and women who serve our country during Jets & Vets Night, presented by Charleston Southern University. K-Pop Night is taking over the rink this Saturday, November 7, presented by Coastal Kids Dental & Braces! Grab your lightsticks, rep your bias, and join us for a night of Stingrays Hockey and all things K-Pop! Puck drops 7pm and 6pm on respective nights. For info visit https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/
Indie rocker Honestav brings his Sweet American Boy Tour to the Charleston Music Hall on Friday Nov 6th with special guest Untitled. Music begins at 8pm. Saturday Nov 7th stand up comic Kathleen Madigan brings her Flying Cats & Marching Armadillos Tour to the hall for two shows at 5pm and 8pm. On Sunday multi-Grammy nominee Tab Benoit brings his Soul of the Swamp Tour to Charleston w/ Jesse Dayton as special guest. Show time is 8pm. For any and all upcoming events visit https://charlestonmusichall.com/
The world famous Windjammer on the Isle of Palms present The Nashville Nights Band, a 90s Country Experience on the inside stage on Friday Nov 6th. Saturday Nov 7th Justin Wideman performs on the NÜTRL Beach Stage at 6pm followed by Nightrain, a The Guns N’ Roses Experience on the Inside Stage at 9pm. For details check out https://the-windjammer.com/events/
The Forte Jazz Lounge at 475 - 477 King Street presents Echoes Of Ella with Alva Anderson. Performances 7pm & 9:30pm on Friday night Nov 6th. Forte host Joe Clarke's Birthday on Saturday night featuring The Big Band. Join the birthday bash all night long. Event takes place at 7pm on Sat Nov 7th. Actually, Joe Clarke's Birthday is on Nov 2 and he turns 60 this year. This show will feature the Forte Big Band under the Direction of Frank Duvall. On this very special occasion Joe Clarke sings all of his favorite songs from Frank Sinatra, Billy Joel, Bobby Darin and Elton John. For all you need to know at Forte visit https://www.fortejazzlounge.com/
From noon until 5pm spend Saturday afternoons at Firefly with live music, great food, and plenty of room to relax. Saturdays at the Distillery is all about laid-back daytime vibes, cold cocktails, and enjoying the distillery before the night kicks in. Enjoy easygoing afternoon featuring live local music and a food truck on-site while you hang out in Firefly’s open-air setting. For more check out their website at https://fireflydistillery.com/events/
Holy City Brewery on Aragon St. in North Charleston present Live Music Fridays. They've got a rotating roster of bands that plays from 5-8pm, so come Get Your Groove on! Enjoy live music and great food & drink at Holy City Brewery. Be sure to check out their Brewery Blast Laser Tag. Details at
https://holycitybrewing.com/north-charleston-holy-city-brewing-events
Live Theatre:
Pure Theatre present 'The Antiquities', with weekend performances running thru Nov 14th. A “brilliantly imagined drama” (The Wall Street Journal) for anyone who’s ever had to prove they’re human. At the Museum of Late Human Antiquities, curators work to reconstruct a vanished civilization from the fragments it left behind. Piece by piece, they begin to tell the story of us. More info and tix at https://puretheatre.org/the-antiquities/
The Village Rep Co. present Moriarty-A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure with performances running weekends from October 16 through November 7th. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are on the case! An investigation into the Bohemian king’s stolen letters cascades into an international mystery filled with spies, blackmail, and intrigue. All performances at The Venue MTP 627 Johnnie Doddds Blvd. Mt Pleasant SC located in (Plaza at East Cooper). For more details visit https://villagerep.com/events/moriarty-a-new-sherlock-holmes-adventure/
Any weekend is a good weekend to take in any performance by Charleston Mystery Theatre group at The Black Fedora at 164 Church Street. You'll be watching a comic mystery play in a cozy theatre where the cast performs alongside volunteer audience "actors!" All the room's a stage and the audience members are players in the show. (You do not have to volunteer.) Shows include 'The Impossible Murder at Captain Jack's Flapjack Shack', 'Help! I Think My Characters Are Trying to Kill Me!', 'Murder at the Redneck Reunion', and 'Inspector No Clue's Murder Mystery Show'. For particular shows and showtimes visit their website at https://www.charlestonmysteries.com/
Live Sports:
Your Charleston Battery soccer team's next match will be at home in the Eastern Conference Semifinals on Sat., Nov. 7, against Hartford Athletic for the next round of the 2026 USL Championship Playoffs. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET at Patriots Point. More at https://www.charlestonbattery.com/
Check above, your SC Stingrays are home this weekend.
Different & Unique:
Fun for the whole family. Enjoy Jurassic Seas at the South Carolina Aquarium. Dive 70 million years into the past with a captivating new exhibit at the South Carolina Aquarium! Explore the extinct marine giants from the Late Cretaceous with stunning fossils, life-size skeletal replicas and interactive displays. Ongoing event thru Jan 7th 2027. Details and tickets at https://scaquarium.org/jurassic-seas/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral
Live Stand-up Comedy:
The Wit's End Comedy Lounge in North Charleston present Good Cop/ Rad Cop (Netflix, Netflix is a Joke Festival, Moontower Comedy Fest), a high-energy comedy duo from Atlanta, Georgia. With fast banter and barn-burning performances, they leave audiences on their feet singing and laughing. Shows Friday the 6th and Saturday the 7th at 8pm. Tickets and info at https://www.witsendcharleston.com/events/141515
