7 Things to Do in Charleston This Week · May 21–24, 2026

Outdoors & Active

Open Dragon Boat Practice

All levels welcome to join Charleston Paddle Club for open dragon boat practice on the water.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 8:00 AM · Charleston

Shem Creek Walk and Vintage Coffee

Social group walk along Shem Creek followed by coffee at Vintage Coffee, open to all levels.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 8:30 AM · Shem Creek, Mount Pleasant

Free Events

Rapid Chess Tournament – Mount Pleasant

TournaChess hosts a free, US Chess-rated rapid chess tournament at the Mount Pleasant Library, limited to 32 players.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 · Mount Pleasant Library, Mount Pleasant

Family-Friendly

IOP Brunch at Coconut Joe's with Vendors & Beach Day

Social brunch at Coconut Joe's on Isle of Palms starting at 10am with local vendors, followed by a beach day — everyone invited.

Saturday, May 23, 2026 10:00 AM · Coconut Joe's, Isle of Palms

Fossil Friday with Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson

Join the Charleston Museum's Curator of Natural History in the Bunting Natural History Gallery lab to learn about current fossil projects and research.

Friday, May 29, 2026 3:30 PM · The Charleston Museum, Charleston

Festivals & Special Events

The Blue on the River Music Fest – All White Affair

An all-white affair music festival at Building 64 featuring smooth jazz, soulful energy, and elevated vibes on the river.

Sunday, May 24, 2026 6:00 PM · Building 64, Charleston

Date Night

Gullah & Grooves: Charlton Singleton & Contemporary Flow

An evening of smooth jazz and soulful energy featuring Charlton Singleton & Contemporary Flow with complimentary wine tastings.

Sunday, May 24, 2026 · Charleston