The Lowcountry Lowdown for August 2026
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Here are your events for August 2026:
1. The Mavericks & Friends
Date: 2026-08-01
Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: A genre-defying performance by the eclectic band known for their mix of country, rock, and Latin music.
Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/
2. Charleston Farmers Market
Date: 2026-08-01
Location: Marion Square, 329 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: A long-standing weekly market featuring local produce, artisans, food vendors, and live music in the heart of downtown.
Website: https://www.charlestonfarmersmarket.com/
3. Congress the Band Live
Date: 2026-08-01
Location: The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms, SC 29451
Info: A high-energy live performance at Charleston's premier beachfront music venue.
Website: https://the-windjammer.com/
4. Charleston Battery vs. Brooklyn FC
Date: 2026-08-01
Location: Patriots Point Soccer Stadium, 85 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Info: The oldest continuously operating professional soccer club in the US hosts an exciting match against Brooklyn FC.
Website: https://www.charlestonbattery.com/
5. Weekend Wine-Downs
Date: 2026-08-01
Location: Deep Water Vineyard, 6775 Bears Bluff Rd, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29492
Info: Every Saturday, visitors can enjoy wine tastings, slushies, food trucks, and live music on a scenic vineyard.
Website: https://www.deepwatervineyard.com/
6. Fort Sumter Sunset Tour
Date: 2026-08-02
Location: Fort Sumter Tours, 340 Concord St, Charleston, SC 29401
Info: A unique guided sunset tour of the historic fort where the first shots of the Civil War were fired.
Website: https://www.fortsumtertours.com/
7. Charleston RiverDogs vs. Kannapolis Cannon Ballers
Date: 2026-08-04
Location: Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park, 360 Fishburne St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: The Single-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays plays a multi-day home series with fan-favorite promotions.
Website: https://www.milb.com/charleston
8. Mount Pleasant Farmers Market
Date: 2026-08-04
Location: Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, 645 Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Info: A weekly community market occurring every Tuesday with local farmers, food trucks, and seasonal goods.
Website: https://www.mountpleasantfarmersmarket.org/
9. The Wallflowers
Date: 2026-08-06
Location: The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms, SC 29451
Info: Jakob Dylan and The Wallflowers bring their classic alternative rock sound to the beach stage.
Website: https://the-windjammer.com/
10. Toadies: The Charmer Tour
Date: 2026-08-06
Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: Alternative rock icons The Toadies perform hits from their long career with guests Local H and Olive Vox.
Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/
11. South Carolina Tax-Free Weekend
Date: 2026-08-07
Location: Various Retail Locations, Charleston, SC
Info: A statewide annual sales tax holiday for back-to-school items including clothes, computers, and school supplies.
Website: https://dor.sc.gov/taxfreeweekend
12. Reggae Nights: Mystic Vibrations
Date: 2026-08-07
Location: James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr, Charleston, SC 29412
Info: The season finale of the popular outdoor summer reggae concert series featuring live music and food vendors.
Website: https://www.ccprc.com/
13. First Friday ArtWalk
Date: 2026-08-07
Location: Various Galleries, Downtown Charleston, SC
Info: Over 30 downtown galleries open their doors for special exhibits, refreshments, and local artist meet-and-greets.
Website: https://www.charlestongalleryassociation.com/
14. Waterfront Music and Movies
Date: 2026-08-07
Location: Memorial Waterfront Park, 99 Harry M. Hallman Jr Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Info: A weekly Friday evening event in August featuring live local music followed by a family-friendly movie under the stars.
Website: https://www.mountpleasantsc.gov/
15. Tim McGraw: Pawn Shop Guitar Tour
Date: 2026-08-08
Location: Credit One Stadium, 161 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC 29492
Info: Country music superstar Tim McGraw performs live at Charleston's largest outdoor stadium venue.
Website: https://creditonestadium.com/
16. Shane Gillis and Friends
Date: 2026-08-08
Location: North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC 29418
Info: A night of major league comedy with popular stand-up comedian Shane Gillis and special guests.
Website: https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/
17. Mariachazo
Date: 2026-08-08
Location: North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC 29418
Info: A major cultural celebration of Latin music and dance featuring world-class mariachi performers.
Website: https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/
18. Saturdays at the Distillery
Date: 2026-08-08
Location: Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
Info: A weekly afternoon gathering with live music from Reso-Phonic, local food trucks, and craft cocktail tastings.
Website: https://fireflydistillery.com/
19. PJ Morton Live
Date: 2026-08-09
Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: Grammy-winning soul and R&B artist PJ Morton performs as part of his 2026 tour.
Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/
20. 2nd Sunday on King Street
Date: 2026-08-09
Location: King Street (Calhoun to Queen), Charleston, SC 29401
Info: Charleston's main thoroughfare closes to vehicle traffic for outdoor dining, shopping, and street performances.
Website: https://www.shop2ndsunday.com/
21. Music in the Parks: The Bluestone Ramblers
Date: 2026-08-13
Location: Corrine Jones Community Garden, 36 Marlow Dr, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: A community bluegrass concert with food trucks presented by the Charleston Parks Conservancy.
Website: https://www.charlestonparksconservancy.org/
22. Full Draw Film Tour
Date: 2026-08-14
Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: An annual film series celebrating the adventure and spirit of bowhunting and the outdoors.
Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/
23. Friday Happy Hour with Hotel Hugo
Date: 2026-08-14
Location: Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
Info: Live music and cocktail specials during the distillery's weekly happy hour event.
Website: https://fireflydistillery.com/
24. The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes
Date: 2026-08-15
Location: Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29401
Info: A screening of the classic film followed by a moderated discussion with actor Cary Elwes.
Website: https://gaillardcenter.org/
25. Holy City Magic's Misdirection
Date: 2026-08-15
Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: A large-scale magic and illusion show featuring top international performers Howard Blackwell and Jeki Yoo.
Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/
26. Inclusive Prom: Royal Masquerade
Date: 2026-08-15
Location: Mount Pleasant Town Hall Gym, 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Info: An unforgettable evening of dancing and fun for individuals with disabilities and their families.
Website: https://www.ccprc.com/
27. Early Morning Bird Walk
Date: 2026-08-15
Location: West Ashley Greenway, McLeod Mill Road, Charleston, SC 29407
Info: A guided educational walk focusing on Lowcountry bird species, suitable for all ages.
Website: https://www.charlestonparksconservancy.org/
28. Grief Sucks: A One Man Show by KevOnStage
Date: 2026-08-16
Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: Comedian and influencer KevOnStage brings his thoughtful and hilarious one-man show to Charleston.
Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/
29. Charleston RiverDogs vs. Lynchburg Hillcats
Date: 2026-08-18
Location: Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park, 360 Fishburne St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: The RiverDogs continue their August home stretch with a six-game series against the Hillcats.
Website: https://www.milb.com/charleston
30. Holy City Tarpon Tournament
Date: 2026-08-20
Location: Safe Harbor City Marina, 9 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401
Info: A catch-and-release fly and spin fishing tournament celebrating the 'Silver King' of the Lowcountry.
Website: https://www.holycitytarpon.com/
31. Night Ranger: 2026 Tour
Date: 2026-08-21
Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: Classic rock legends Night Ranger perform their multi-platinum hits in an intimate theater setting.
Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/
32. Jimmy Charles Live
Date: 2026-08-21
Location: Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
Info: Country music artist Jimmy Charles performs as part of the distillery's live music series.
Website: https://fireflydistillery.com/
33. The Water's Edge History Program
Date: 2026-08-21
Location: Old Towne Creek County Park, 1400 Old Towne Rd, Charleston, SC 29407
Info: An educational history program exploring the colonial significance of the West Ashley waterfront.
Website: https://www.ccprc.com/
34. Nikki Glaser: The Stunning Tour
Date: 2026-08-22
Location: North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC 29418
Info: Critically acclaimed comedian Nikki Glaser brings her latest stand-up tour to the Lowcountry for two nights.
Website: https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/
35. Southeast Crab Feast
Date: 2026-08-22
Location: Charleston Area (Riverfront Park), 1061 Everglades Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
Info: An annual seafood festival featuring all-you-can-eat blue crabs, live music, and family fun.
Website: https://www.southeastcrabfeast.com/
36. Wilderado with Sam Burchfield
Date: 2026-08-22
Location: The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms, SC 29451
Info: Indie-folk bands Wilderado and Sam Burchfield perform live on the outdoor sunset stage.
Website: https://the-windjammer.com/
37. Charleston Battery vs. North Carolina FC
Date: 2026-08-22
Location: Patriots Point Soccer Stadium, 85 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
Info: A regional rivalry match featuring a 'Back to School Night' theme and promotions.
Website: https://www.charlestonbattery.com/
38. The Wizard of Oz
Date: 2026-08-26
Location: Historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church St, Charleston, SC 29401
Info: Opening night for Charleston Stage's major musical production of the timeless classic in America's first theater.
Website: https://charlestonstage.com/
39. Grape Stomping Festival
Date: 2026-08-27
Location: Deep Water Vineyard, 6775 Bears Bluff Rd, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29492
Info: The only winery in Charleston hosts its annual harvest festival with live music, food, and traditional grape stomping.
Website: https://www.deepwatervineyard.com/
40. Race for The ARK
Date: 2026-08-27
Location: Downtown Summerville, Summerville, SC 29483
Info: An annual 5K run and 1-mile walk raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer's family support.
Website: https://thearkofsc.org/
41. Bulls, Bands, and Barrels
Date: 2026-08-28
Location: North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC 29418
Info: A high-energy fusion of rodeo sports and live country music featuring professional bull riding.
Website: https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/
42. Goo Goo Dolls: Summer 2026 Tour
Date: 2026-08-29
Location: Credit One Stadium, 161 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC 29492
Info: The multi-platinum rock band performs under the stars with special guests Neon Trees.
Website: https://creditonestadium.com/
43. Sister Hazel Live
Date: 2026-08-29
Location: The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms, SC 29451
Info: Alternative rock and country-rock group Sister Hazel brings their summer energy to the Isle of Palms.
Website: https://the-windjammer.com/
44. R&B Only Live
Date: 2026-08-29
Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: A popular touring dance party and immersive concert experience celebrating classic and current R&B hits.
Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/
45. WWE Summer Tour 2026
Date: 2026-08-30
Location: North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC 29418
Info: The world's premier professional wrestling organization returns to Charleston for a high-octane live event.
Website: https://www.wwe.com/
46. Gin Blossoms
Date: 2026-08-31
Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403
Info: Iconic 90s alternative rock band the Gin Blossoms perform hits like 'Hey Jealousy' and 'Follow You Down'.
Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/
