These are some of the top events happening the weekend of Sept 25th 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.
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:
MOJA 2026 the annual, eight-day, national celebration of Black arts, culture and heritage honoring the lasting contributions of the African Diaspora runs Thurs Sept 24th thru Fri Oct 1st in greater Charleston. For more on the festival and select events visit https://mojafestival.com/
The annual Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch, one of the largest fall festivals in the state begins it's run Friday Sept 25th. Come join in for this autumn tradition that brings people of all ages together for a day of good old-fashioned fun on the farm and plenty of pumpkins. Events include the Family Friendly Halloween Tractor Tour, Petting Zoo, Giant Inflatables, and back by popular demand performers from the World Famous Flying Wallendas Family. For a complete list of days and times visit https://boonehallplantation.com/special_event/the-boone-hall-pumpkin-patch/
Live Music & Concerts:
The world famous Windjammer on the Isle of Palms present Keith Hille & The Brickyard Saints on Friday at 9pm. Five Way Friday perform on the NUTRL Beach Stage Saturday Sept 26th at 6pm. Later Banquet rock the inside stage at 9pm. Sat Sept 26th. On Sunday the 27th SUSTO Stringband w/ Macelyn Batten take to the NÜTRL Beach Stage at 6pm. For upcoming events visit
https://the-windjammer.com/events/
The Charleston Pour House on James Island host their 4th Annual Holy City Homegrown Festival on Sat Sept 26th. Featuring local and regional musicians, the festival kicks off at 8pm on Saturday. For a list of performers visit https://charlestonpourhouse.com/event/4th-annual-holy-city-homegrown-festival/
The North Charleston Performing Arts Center presents country music singer songwriter Travis Tritt with special guest Tyler Reese Tritt on Saturday September 26th. Concert kicks off at 7:30pm. For tickets and details visit https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/travis-tritt-2
As usual the Charleston Music Hall presents a diverse group of talent this weekend. Friday Sept 25th comedian Eddie B brings his If These Classroom Walls Could Talk tour to the hall. The all ages show begins at 8pm. Saturday the 26th Charlton Singleton & Friends present New Jack Swing, blending soulful vocals with infectious grooves and hip-hop-inspired rhythms, it created a style that dominated dance floors and radio stations while defining an entire generation. The groove begins at 8pm. Closing out the weekend, Jordan Jensen a stand-up comedian and actor whose hour long comedy special, TAKE ME WITH YOU, debuted on Netflix and was praised by Decider as “a winning comedy debut that takes on femininity standards” performs at the music hall. Show kicks off at 7pm. For more visit https://charlestonmusichall.com/
The Gaillard Center on Calhoun St. host the Charleston Symphony Orchestra Masterworks 1 CSO Season Opening Weekend on Friday Sept 25th and Saturday Sept 26th. Performances begin at 7:30 both nights. For more visit https://gaillardcenter.org/events/cso-masterworks-1-fri-cso-season-opening-weekend/
The Forte Jazz Lounge at 475 - 477 King Street presents the music of Cole Porter. Performances 7pm & 9:30pm on Friday night Sept 25th. On Saturday Sept 26th enjoy the music Motown, R&B, Soul music from the 60's 70's & 80', with Charles Grant & the Unit Band. Shows at 7pm & 9:30pm. 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:
Charleston Stage Company at Dock Street Theatre begin their run of The Wizard of Oz. Follow the yellow brick road to a world of magic and wonder in The Wizard of Oz! When a sudden twister whisks Dorothy Gale from her Kansas farm to the dazzling Land of Oz, she sets out on an unforgettable journey to find her way back home. Weekend performances Fri & Sat (7:30pm) with select Sun 2pm matinees. Shows run thru Sept 24th. Tickets and info at https://charlestonstage.com/shows-and-tickets/oz
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:
Different & Unique:
Comedian Nate Bargatze brings his Big Dumb Eyes Goes To College comedy tour to the Credit One Stadium on Saturday Sept 26th. On Sunday the 27th enjoy fierce college basketball as the The LinkU Invitational comes to Credit One, as the University of Virginia, University of South Carolina, Vanderbilt, College of Charleston and The Citadel to compete in an Outdoor Showcase. Virginia vs Vanderbilt men kick off the day at noon, followed by Citadel and CofC battling for hometown rights, with South Carolina taking on the College of Charleston in women's competition. More at https://creditonestadium.com/
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 presents the comedy stylings of Matthew Broussard a disgraced financial analyst forced into stand up comedy. He's performed on the Tonight Show, Conan, Jeff Ross Presents Roast Battle, the Comedy Central Half Hour, and some stuff with MTV2 he doesn't like to talk about. Performances Fri Sept 25th at 7pm, Sat the 26th at 7 & 9:30pm and again on Sunday the 27th at 8pm. Details and tickets at https://www.witsendcharleston.com/events/133965
