18 Things to Do in Charleston This Week · August 6–9, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Tyler Ramsey & Carl Broemel

Rock guitarist Carl Broemel of My Morning Jacket joins singer-songwriter Tyler Ramsey for an intimate evening on the Limbo stage.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 · Charleston

DUUNES w/ Local Nomad & Yesterday's Clothes

Pop, rock, and alternative sounds hit the Pour House deck stage for an intimate Thursday night show.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 Doors: 5:00 PM | Show: 6:00 PM · Charleston Pour House, Deck Stage

Toadies

Texas rock veterans Toadies bring their Charmer Tour to Charleston Music Hall with Local H and Olive Vox in tow.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00 PM · Charleston Music Hall

Nirvani – A Nirvana Tribute Experience

A high-energy Nirvana tribute show at Music Farm kicks off the weekend.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 Doors: 7:30 PM | Show: 8:00 PM · Music Farm, Charleston

Tim McGraw: Pawn Shop Guitar Tour 2026

Country superstar Tim McGraw brings his Pawn Shop Guitar Tour to Credit One Stadium for one night only.

Saturday, August 8, 2026 7:00 PM · Credit One Stadium, Charleston

Arts & Culture

Empire of Ashes – Author Talk with James M. Scott

Brian Jones, dean of The Citadel, hosts Pulitzer Prize finalist James M. Scott for the pub-week launch of Empire of Ashes.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 · Charleston

Student Improv Jam Night

Theatre 99 students and members of the public jump onstage with company members for a loose, laugh-filled improv jam — anyone can put their name in the hat.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 8:00 PM · Theatre 99, Charleston

Fossil Friday with Curator Matthew Gibson

Join The Charleston Museum's Curator of Natural History in the Bunting Natural History Gallery lab to explore current natural history projects and fossil specimens.

Friday, August 7, 2026 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM · The Charleston Museum

Outdoors & Active

Beat The Heat Fun Run

An evening group fun run at Hampton Park designed to beat the summer heat with a community crowd.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 6:30 PM · Hampton Park, Charleston

Hampton Park Walk and Odd Duck Market

A social walk around Hampton Park followed by a stop at the newly opened Odd Duck Market, now serving coffee, wine, and light bites nearby.

Saturday, August 8, 2026 8:00 AM · Hampton Park, Charleston

Free Events

Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series

James Island County Park kicks off its outdoor summer concert series under the stars — bring chairs or blankets for a reggae night on the grass.

Friday, August 7, 2026 · James Island County Park

Family-Friendly

Pack the Back 2026 School Supply Giveaway

Free backpacks filled with school supplies are given away to local students at Flight Adventure Park in North Charleston.

Friday, August 7, 2026 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM · Flight Adventure Park, 8551 Rivers Ave., North Charleston

Family Revolutionary Sunday: Women in Revolt

The Charleston Museum hosts a family afternoon learning about Lowcountry women who supported the Revolutionary cause, with hands-on crafts for kids.

Sunday, August 9, 2026 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM · The Charleston Museum

Festivals & Special Events

Mariachazo

Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlán and Nuevo Tecalitlán Mariachi unite for a spectacular celebration of Mexican heritage and pride at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center.

Saturday, August 8, 2026 8:00 PM · North Charleston Performing Arts Center

Images of Charleston Issue Release

Charleston Magazine Club celebrates the release of its annual Images of Charleston photo issue at The Waverly with cocktails, light bites, and the unveiling of winning photographs.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 · The Waverly, Charleston

Sports

Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series Championship Race

More than 30,000 participants have competed in this series since 1991 — registered competitors complete a 600-yard swim, bike, and run at James Island County Park.

Sunday, August 9, 2026 7:15 AM · James Island County Park, Charleston

Date Night

Monthly Wine Dinner at 39 Rue de Jean

A curated monthly wine dinner at beloved French brasserie 39 Rue de Jean, pairing food and wine for an elegant Sunday evening.

Sunday, August 9, 2026 6:30 PM · 39 Rue de Jean, Charleston

Bluegrass & Storytelling at Magnolia Plantation

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens hosts an evening of bluegrass music and storytelling set against the backdrop of one of Charleston's most iconic historic gardens.

Friday, August 14, 2026 · Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, Charleston