What’s The Move!? 50+ Things to Do in Charleston | November 6–11, 2026
Charleston, WHAT’S THE MOVE!? 🔥
The first full weekend of November is bringing the energy across Charleston and the Lowcountry!
We’ve got R&B day parties, hip-hop concerts, the Port City Chocolate Affair, community homecomings, college sports, festivals, family activities, and plenty of opportunities to get outside.
Whether you’re looking for a night out with friends, a family adventure, or something different to experience around the city, there’s no shortage of moves this week.
Here’s what’s happening Friday, November 6, through Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
🔥 The weekend’s biggest moves
🤎 Port City Chocolate Affair — November 7
The 12 Good Men of Charleston present the Port City Chocolate Affair on Saturday from 6–11 PM at Magnolia Hall at The Schoolhouse in West Ashley.
The evening celebrates community, connection, and culture with music by Dee Jay Rubin and an upscale chocolate-chic dress code.
Admission is $50, including light hors d’oeuvres. Guests must be 21 or older, and private tables are available.
Get Port City Chocolate Affair tickets
🎶 First Saturday on King — November 7
L.U.X brings two experiences to 541 King Street!
The afternoon kicks off at 3 PM with two rooms featuring R&B, reggae, throwbacks, and more. At 8 PM, the spotlight shifts to SHEL-B and a live-band experience.
Explore First Saturday on King
🏘️ Reynolds Homecoming — November 7
Metanoia is bringing neighbors together on Reynolds Avenue in North Charleston for a free community celebration from 11 AM–2 PM.
The event includes music, food, family activities, and opportunities for residents to contribute ideas about the area’s future.
Read more about Reynolds Homecoming
🎤 Alfred Banks: YesterMonth Tour — November 7
Alfred Banks heads to Return to Zero on James Island with Sxvxnt, ShogunRew, and JxShamar for a night of hip-hop.
Doors open at 6 PM, with the show starting at 7 PM.
🎓 College of Charleston NPHC Step Show — November 7
Homecoming weekend brings the National Pan-Hellenic Council Step Show to Sottile Theatre from 6:30–8:30 PM.
Celebrate the tradition and excellence of stepping during this special homecoming showcase. Advance registration is encouraged.
Explore College of Charleston Homecoming
🎡 Coastal Carolina Fair — Final Weekend
This is your final opportunity to enjoy the 2026 Coastal Carolina Fair at Exchange Park in Ladson!
The fair wraps up Sunday, November 8, with rides, games, entertainment, exhibits, and plenty of fair food.
Fair admission, hours and details
📅 What’s The Move!? — Full Event Lineup
| Date | Time & Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11/6–11/7 | 7 PM — Southern Screams: MACABRE — Lights Out | 📍 Holy City Brewing |
| 11/6–11/8 | Fri 3 PM, Sat 10 AM, Sun Noon — Coastal Carolina Fair | 📍 Exchange Park, Ladson |
| 11/6–11/15 | Various Times — Charleston Literary Festival | 📍 Dock Street Theatre |
| 11/6 | 3–5 PM — The Wellness Edit | 📍 HYLO Fitness, Nexton |
| 11/6 | 4–7 PM — Scarecrow Family Build | 📍 Uptown Green, Goose Creek |
| 11/6 | 4–7 PM — Stock Your Cellar Wine Expo | 📍 Harbour Club at WestEdge |
| 11/6 | 5–8 PM — First Friday Art Walk | 📍 Downtown Charleston |
| 11/6 | 5:30–8:30 PM — First Friday Networking Happy Hour | 📍 Charleston Beer Works |
| 11/6 | 6–9 PM — 2000s Glow Listening Party | 📍 Daning Amphitheater |
| 11/6 | 7 PM — CofC Homecoming Basketball vs. Newberry | 📍 TD Arena |
| 11/6 | 7 PM — Redux Annual Art Party & Auction | 📍 Redux Contemporary Art Center |
| 11/6 | 7:05 PM — SC Stingrays: Jets & Vets Night vs. Orlando | 📍 North Charleston Coliseum |
| 11/6 | 8 PM — honestav: Sweet American Boy Tour | 📍 Charleston Music Hall |
| 11/6 | 8 PM — AJJ with Greet Death | 📍 Music Farm |
| 11/6 | 9 PM — The Smoaks with Nick Matthews | 📍 The Royal American |
| 11/7 | 8:45 AM — Shake Your Trail Feathers 5K/10K & Kids Dash | 📍 Laurel Hill County Park |
| 11/7 | 10 AM–4 PM — Suits & Cars: The Art of Arrival | 📍 Luxe Cigar Lounge |
| 11/7 | 11 AM–2 PM — Reynolds Homecoming | 📍 Reynolds Avenue, North Charleston |
| 11/7 | 11 AM–4:30 PM — Johns Island Harvest Festival | 📍 Johns Island County Park |
| 11/7 | Noon–3 PM — Summerville Skate Party | 📍 Wassamassaw Community Park |
| 11/7 | Noon–1:30 PM — Fall Candle Class | 📍 Luxe Bar & Bistro |
| 11/7 | 1 PM — CofC Women’s Basketball vs. Charleston Southern | 📍 TD Arena |
| 11/7 | 2 PM — The Citadel Homecoming vs. Furman | 📍 Johnson Hagood Stadium |
| 11/7 | 3–7 PM — First Saturday on King: Two-Room Day Experience | 📍 541 King Street |
| 11/7 | 3 PM — Pints Ahoy: A Pirate Party | 📍 New Realm Brewing |
| 11/7 | 5 PM — Kathleen Madigan: Early Show | 📍 Charleston Music Hall |
| 11/7 | 5:30–8:30 PM — Goose Creek’s Great Talent | 📍 Daning Amphitheater |
| 11/7 | 6–11 PM — Port City Chocolate Affair | 📍 Magnolia Hall at The Schoolhouse |
| 11/7 | 6–8 PM — Tekken & Street Fighter Tournament | 📍 Reforged Gaming Lounge |
| 11/7 | 6:05 PM — SC Stingrays: K-Pop Night vs. Orlando | 📍 North Charleston Coliseum |
| 11/7 | 6:30–8:30 PM — CofC NPHC Homecoming Step Show | 📍 Sottile Theatre |
| 11/7 | 7 PM — Alfred Banks: YesterMonth Tour | 📍 Return to Zero |
| 11/7 | 7–10 PM — Supper at the Silo | 📍 4516 Durant Avenue |
| 11/7 | 7 PM — Wynonna Judd: The Hard Truth Tour | 📍 North Charleston Performing Arts Center |
| 11/7 | 7:30 PM — Charleston Battery vs. Hartford Athletic: USL Semifinal | 📍 Patriots Point Athletics Complex |
| 11/7 | 8 PM — First Saturday Live on King ft. SHEL-B | 📍 541 King Street |
| 11/7 | 8 PM — Kathleen Madigan: Late Show | 📍 Charleston Music Hall |
| 11/7 | 8 PM — Holywatr with Mercury | 📍 Music Farm |
| 11/7 | 9 PM — Tyrie ft. Slim S.O.U.L., DJ DollaMenu & JT Rawwww | 📍 The Royal American |
| 11/8 | 11 AM–3 PM — Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | 📍 Charleston Pour House |
| 11/8 | 11 AM–4 PM — 12th Annual Lowcountry Nosh | 📍 Hasell Street, Downtown Charleston |
| 11/8 | 11 AM–5 PM — BARBREWGRASS Festival | 📍 Firefly Distillery |
| 11/8 | Noon–5 PM — Second Sunday on King | 📍 King Street, Charleston |
| 11/8 | 1:30–5 PM — Motown Throwdown | 📍 Charleston Pour House |
| 11/8 | 8 PM — Tab Benoit with Jesse Dayton | 📍 Charleston Music Hall |
| 11/8 | 8:30 PM — Sunsquabi with Phyphr | 📍 Charleston Pour House |
| 11/9 | 6–9 PM — The Headstrings Collective: Monday Muse | 📍 Charleston Pour House |
| 11/9 | 8 PM — Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert | 📍 Charleston Music Hall |
| 11/10 | 6–9 PM — Kanika Moore & The Brown Eyed Bois | 📍 Charleston Pour House |
| 11/10 | 8 PM — UB40: The Unstoppable Tour | 📍 Charleston Music Hall |
| 11/10 | 8 PM — Runaway Gin: Phish Tribute | 📍 Music Farm |
| 11/11 | 11 AM — Goose Creek Veterans Day Ceremony | 📍 John McCants Veterans Park |
| 11/11 | 7 PM — Hot Mulligan | 📍 Charleston Music Hall |
| 11/11 | 8 PM — Benny The Butcher with Fuego Base | 📍 Music Farm |
CHECK THE WEATHER FOR UPDATES. Outdoor events and schedules may change. Visit the event links for current admission information and availability.
🎯 There’s a move for everybody
Looking for nightlife? First Saturday on King, Alfred Banks, the Port City Chocolate Affair, and Benny The Butcher bring plenty of options for music lovers.
Want something family-friendly? The Coastal Carolina Fair, Goose Creek’s Scarecrow Family Build, Reynolds Homecoming, and the Johns Island Harvest Festival offer opportunities to get out with the family.
Supporting community and culture? Don’t miss the College of Charleston NPHC Step Show, Reynolds Homecoming, or the Lowcountry Nosh.
Looking for a laid-back Sunday? Second Sunday on King and Motown Throwdown are worth putting on your radar.
📲 Stay connected with What’s Going On In Charleston
Looking for more moves beyond this weekend?
Explore the What’s Going On In Charleston Events Calendar for concerts, food festivals, networking events, community celebrations, and activities happening around the Lowcountry.
Know about an event we missed? Send it our way!
Get out, explore, support local, and make some memories. Charleston, we’ll see you outside! 🔥
