Entertainment & Events in Charleston, South Carolina

Special Events

Halloween in the Swamp 843-553-0515
Cypress Gardens
Experience two nights of horror in the black water swamps during this event that includes a haunted boat ride, a face-your-fears challenge, a spooky trail, music, food, and activities for children.
North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center 843-529-5050
5001 Coliseum Drive
Charleston, SC 29418
Home of the South Carolina ECHL Hockey Team and the Charleston Swamp Foxes Arena2 League Football Team, this 13,000-seat multipurpose sports and entertainment facility hosts a wide array of events including sporting events, trade shows, Broadway shows, and musicals. more
North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center 843-529-5000
5001 Coliseum Drive
North Charleston, SC 29418
"The Lowcountryâ€™s premier destination for live entertainment & sports." The North Charleston Performing Arts Center is a 2,300-seat proscenium theater that has hosted such events as major concerts, family shows, ballets and symphonies, and art festivals. The home of the South Carolina Stingrays hockey team, the North Charleston Coliseum is a 13,000-seat multi-purpose facility that offers the biggest names in live entertainment. The Charleston Area Convention Center includes a 77,000 square foot Exhibit Hall that is divided into three separate exhibit areas. more

Cinema

Charleston IMAX Theatre 843-725-IMAX
360 Concord Street
Charleston, SC 29401
Located at Fountain Walk
Adjacent to the South Carolina Aquarium, the Charleston IMAX Theatre is the only 3-D theater in South Carolina. Here you can have the "ultimate movie experience" on a screen that is five-stories tall and 88-feet wide.
James Island 8 843-762-4904
1742 Central Park Road
Charleston, SC 29464
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Regal North Charleston 10 843-553-0005
2055 Eagle Landing Boulevard
Charleston, SC 29406
Features critically-acclaimed films, alternative productions, restored classics and first-run foreign movies. more
South Windermere Cinemas 843-571-2346
94 Folly Road
Charleston, SC 29407
Charlestons oldest longest running movie theater. Family owned and operated serving beer, wine, deli sandwichs, salads, sushi, and the cheapest concession prices in the country. more

Night Life

Indigo Lounge 843-577-7383
5 Faber Street
Charleston, SC 29401
The only upscale nightclub in historic Downtown Charleston with features including live Motown entertainment every weekend in an elegant atmosphere.
Gin Joint, The 843-577-6111
182 East Bay Street
Charleston, SC 29401
With a focus to bring back quality, pre-prohibition style cocktails, The Gin Joint's well-balanced elixirs are prepared using locally sourced herbs, house-made syrups and top tier liquor. A seasonal cocktail menu, snacks, quick bites, and plates to share are featured at The Gin Joint. more
Belmont, The
511 King Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Upper King Street in Downtown Charleston
Quality cocktails and a variety of cheeses and meats are served at The Belmont. more
Have Nots! Comedy Improv, The 843-853-6687
30 Cumberland Street
Charleston, SC 29413
Historic District
High energy improv comedy based on audience suggestions, with no scripts, is performed by these talented comedians in a quaint 99-seat theatre with an in-house bar. No two shows are ever the same. more

Concerts & Performances

Charleston Gaillard Center 843-242-3099 (Tickets)
95 Calhoun Street
Charleston, SC 29401
"The Charleston Gaillard Center's mission is to operate a world-class performing arts center, to engage and serve a diverse audience throughout the Lowcountry region." more
Sound of Charleston, The 843-270-4903
30 Gibbes Street
Charleston, SC 29401
Circular Congregational Church
Experience the sounds that define Charleston's rich musical heritage - from gospel to Gershwin, jazz, Civil War camp songs, and light classics - all staged in historic Circular Congregational Church in 75-minute live concerts. Call box office or check website for concert dates. more

Plays & Productions

Charleston Symphony Orchestra 843-723-7528
145 King Street, Suite 311
Charleston, SC 29401
Established in 1918, this symphony orchestra is the largest performing arts organization in South Carolina with features including outstanding programs in the finest of classical and pops concerts by professional musicians and guest artists and a healthy touring schedule. more
Charleston Stage 843-577-7183 (Box Office)
135 Church Street
Charleston, SC 29401
Dock Street Theatre
Charleston Stage is South Carolina's largest professional theatre company. more
Footlight Players 843-722-7521
20 Queen Street
Charleston, SC 29401
Historic French Quarter
The oldest continuously running theatre organization in South Carolina, this theatre company was founded in 1934 and performs in a quaint, 240-seat theater that was once a cotton warehouse. Six Main Stage productions that include new releases, modern classic, dramas, musicals, and dramas are performed from August to May. more

Festivals & Fairs

MOJA Arts Festival 843-724-7305
Downtown Charleston, Various Locations
A ten day multidisciplinary arts festival that celebrates the African-American and Caribbean arts, this unique festival includes a wide range of events including visual arts, traditional crafts, ethnic food, classical music, a gospel concert, a jazz concert, a R&B concert, children's activities, dancing, and poetry. more
World Grits Festival
110 South Parler Avenue (Headquarters)
St. George, SC 29477
Held in April, the World Grits Festival includes live entertainment, business, civic and food booths, arts & crafts, carnival rides, contests, grits, and more. more
Charleston Tells Storytelling Festival 843-805-6930
342 Meeting Street
Charleston, SC 29401
Located in Wragg Square
From folk tales to ghost tales, enjoy some of the best national and local storytellers as they inspire, amuse and delight audiences with stories that reminisce about childhood, tickle your funny bone and transport you to another place and time. Similar to listening to Garrison Keillors Prairie Home Companion or being entertained by a great comedian, Charleston Tells offers audiences the opportunity to hear some great performances while celebrating the art and historical importance of storytelling. Programs are planned for both Friday and Saturday nights, including outdoor ghost stories Saturday night. During the day Saturday, there are multiple concurrent performances scheduled, including a tent with special programs specifically designed for the whole family. more

Seminars & Symposiums

Charleston Antiques Symposium 843-953-7766
College of Charleston
Noted speakers address topics related to the decorative arts in Charleston through lectures and special sessions during this four day event.

Sporting Events

Charleston Battery 843-971-4625
1990 Daniel Island Drive
Charleston, SC 29492
Professional soccer club that competes in first-class, fun-filled A-League soccer games in its state-of-the-art soccer facility on Daniel Island from April to September. more
Charleston Riverdogs Professional Baseball 843-723-7241
360 Fishburne Street
Charleston, SC 29403
A Single A Affiliate of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays Baseball organization, this professional baseball team provides entertainment for the whole family during their season from April to August at the beautiful downtown ballpark. The ballpark is also available for rent for festivals, meetings, and group functions. more

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