18 Things to Do in Charleston This Week · November 5–8, 2026

Music & Nightlife

The Garcia Project

The Garcia Project recreates complete JGB shows from 1976–1995 on the Main Stage at Pour House.

Friday, November 6, 2026 Doors 7:30 PM, Show 8:30 PM · Charleston Pour House, Main Stage

Wynonna Judd - The Hard Truth Tour

Country icon Wynonna Judd brings her Hard Truth Tour to the North Charleston Performing Arts Center.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 7:00 PM · North Charleston Performing Arts Center, North Charleston

Tab Benoit – Soul of the Swamp Tour w/ Jesse Dayton

Louisiana blues guitarist Tab Benoit plays the Soul of the Swamp Tour with special guest Jesse Dayton.

Sunday, November 8, 2026 Doors 7:00 PM, Show 8:00 PM · Charleston Music Hall

Runaway Gin – Phish Tribute

Runaway Gin recreates Phish's 11.10.91 show, 35 years later, at Music Farm.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 Doors 7:30 PM, Show 8:00 PM · Music Farm, Charleston

Live at Firefly with Hudson Westbrook – The Hits Me Tour

Hudson Westbrook performs on The Hits Me Tour at Firefly Distillery's live music series.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 · Firefly Distillery, North Charleston

Arts & Culture

Art on the Beach 2026

An outdoor art showcase on Sullivan's Island featuring artwork set against the beach.

Sunday, November 8, 2026 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM · Sullivan's Island

Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert, 40th Anniversary

Jim Henson's Labyrinth is performed in concert to mark its 40th anniversary at Charleston Music Hall.

Monday, November 9, 2026 Doors 7:00 PM, Show 8:00 PM · Charleston Music Hall

Festivals & Special Events

Huetopia Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Celebration

Huetopia, a new beauty and wellness destination in Summerville, celebrates its grand opening and ribbon cutting.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 · Summerville, South Carolina

YALLFest 2026

YALLFest returns to downtown Charleston for a multi-day festival running November 13–14.

Friday, November 13, 2026 – Saturday, November 14, 2026 2:00 PM (Fri) – 7:00 PM (Sat) · Downtown Charleston

Friendsgiving | November 2026

A Charleston Magazine Club Friendsgiving evening with cocktails, bites, and live music by Southbound 17, benefiting One80 Place.

Thursday, November 19, 2026 · Union Station, Charleston

Food & Drink

Night Out With F&W

A food and wine night at 39 Rue De Jean, hosted by the Charleston City Paper ticketing platform.

Thursday, November 12, 2026 6:00 PM · 39 Rue De Jean, Charleston

Family-Friendly

Fall Festival-Community Cookout

A community cookout and fall festival in North Charleston.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 11:00 AM · 4870 Piedmont Avenue, North Charleston, SC

Holiday Festival of Lights

A seasonal holiday light display on James Island running through the end of December.

Friday, November 13, 2026 – Thursday, December 31, 2026 · James Island

Sports

2026 Veterans Day 5K Fun Run/Walk

A Veterans Day 5K fun run and walk open to participants of all paces.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 9:00 AM · 30 Mary Murray Drive, Charleston, SC

Steeplechase | November 2026

Charleston Magazine Club's annual A Day at the Races, with a buffet brunch, rail-side racing views, and a Best-Dressed Competition.

Sunday, November 15, 2026 · Steeplechase of Charleston

Free Events

Walk with Popup Bagels

A free morning walk followed by bagels from PopUp Bagels in Charleston.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 8:00 AM · PopUp Bagels, Charleston

Outdoors & Active

Hampton Park Walk and Odd Duck Market

A Charleston Walk and Socialize group walk through Hampton Park followed by the Odd Duck Market.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 8:30 AM EST · Hampton Park, Charleston

Festive 5K

A Festive 5K run with FP Movement and Ellie Exercise, supporting Girls Inc., with juices and heat pressing afterward.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 9:00 AM · Charleston, S.C.