What’s The Move Charleston!? | April 17th–19th
Charleston is bringing a little bit of everything this weekend.
From major festivals and cultural events to brunches, markets, live music, gaming events, and nightlife, there is no shortage of ways to make something happen around the city from Thursday, April 17 through Sunday, April 19.
Whether the goal is to get out early for a market, spend the day at a festival, pull up to a concert, or close the night outside with the crew, this weekend’s lineup offers plenty of options across Charleston, North Charleston, Summerville, and beyond.
Some of the biggest highlights this weekend
This weekend includes major names and standout events like High Water Fest, the Lowcountry Cajun Festival, Roscoe Dash at Villa Cantina, The Wiz at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center, Chucktown Brewdown VII, Charleston Anime-Fest, and several events tied to Charleston JazzFest.
There are also plenty of brunches, vendor markets, gaming meetups, laser tag events, seafood events, live music nights, and Sunday day parties mixed throughout the weekend.
Friday, April 17
Friday starts strong with multi-day events like The Cornfield Classic, The Wiz, and the Revitalize: Home & Garden Expo. Later in the day, the options shift into a mix of social events and nightlife, including Party at the Point: Motown Throwdown, Plant Bingo, a Crawfish Boil, and several Friday night music and lounge options across the area.
For those looking for a more nightlife-heavy Friday, the city also has Good Vibes Friday, Grown Folks Only, Warehouse Sessions, First Class Fridays, and The Crimson Experience on deck.
Saturday, April 18
Saturday might be the heaviest day of the weekend.
The daytime lineup includes Summerville Green Day, Firefly Vendor Village, the Lowcountry Cajun Festival, Market in the Park, Chucktown Brewdown VII, Spring Vendor Market at Edisto River Brewing, and Spring Fest Market at New Realm Brewing.
There are also longer-running events like High Water Fest and the SC World Oddities Expo, plus a wide mix of activities including a West African Drum & Dance Class, Jazz in the Garden, a Classic Car Show, and a number of evening events.
Saturday night turns up with options like Rap-A-Lot, We Love R&B 3rd Saturdays, Spring Bling 843, Social Saturdays, and Roscoe Dash at Villa Cantina.
Sunday, April 19
Sunday keeps the weekend moving with a lineup full of brunches, community events, and Sunday parties.
Early highlights include Brunch at the Bridge, Charleston Anime-Fest, Brunchyroll Brunch & Anime, Good Vibes Brunch, CHS Hike & Trails, and Gospel Brunch.
Later in the day, the options continue with Shuckin for HOPE Oyster Roast, Brewery Blast Laser Tag, Roots & Riddim featuring Chef Bintou, the Slay Sip Style Fashion Experience, International Sunday, Solo Cup Sundays, the Herlin Riley Quartet + Gullah Collective, Sunday Funday, and Soulful Sundays.
Final word
Charleston is not short on options this weekend.
Whether the plan is to brunch, festival-hop, support a local market, catch a live performance, or end the night outside, there is a move for just about everybody this weekend.
Save the list, send it to your group chat, and make your moves accordingly.
What’s your first stop this weekend?
