The Lowcountry Lowdown

Mack Devlin
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The Lowcountry Lowdown is a monthly events roundup covering what's happening across Charleston and the surrounding Lowcountry, from major performances and museum exhibitions to comedy, theatre, live music, family programming, and community gatherings. Each episode delivers a clear, location-based overview of the month ahead, highlighting events at venues throughout downtown Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, and the barrier islands. Whether it's symphony and ballet, touring comedians, historic sites, literary talks, festivals, or one-night-only local events, the Lowdown brings it all together in one place. Designed to be practical, local, and easy to follow, The Lowcountry Lowdown helps listeners plan their month without hype, clutter, or guesswork. The show is presented by Avery & Sons Plumbing and Tankless, a locally owned company specializing in tankless water heaters and polybutylene pipe replacement. New episodes release monthly.

Episodes

  1. Jul 25

    The Lowcountry Lowdown for August 2026

    The Lowcountry Lowdown for August 2026 Thank you for listening. The Lowcountry Lowdown is a monthly events podcast for the Greater Charleston Area sponsored by Avery and Sons Plumbing + Tankless.  Visit them at https://averysplumbing.com or call (843) 305-5555 If you live in the Charleston area and have an event you would like your event featured, please send an email to thelowcountryevents@gmail.com or call (843) 421-8516.  Here are your events for August 2026:   1. The Mavericks & Friends Date: 2026-08-01 Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403 Info: A genre-defying performance by the eclectic band known for their mix of country, rock, and Latin music. Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/   2. Charleston Farmers Market Date: 2026-08-01 Location: Marion Square, 329 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403 Info: A long-standing weekly market featuring local produce, artisans, food vendors, and live music in the heart of downtown. Website: https://www.charlestonfarmersmarket.com/   3. Congress the Band Live Date: 2026-08-01 Location: The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms, SC 29451 Info: A high-energy live performance at Charleston's premier beachfront music venue. Website: https://the-windjammer.com/   4. Charleston Battery vs. Brooklyn FC Date: 2026-08-01 Location: Patriots Point Soccer Stadium, 85 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 Info: The oldest continuously operating professional soccer club in the US hosts an exciting match against Brooklyn FC. Website: https://www.charlestonbattery.com/   5. Weekend Wine-Downs Date: 2026-08-01 Location: Deep Water Vineyard, 6775 Bears Bluff Rd, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29492 Info: Every Saturday, visitors can enjoy wine tastings, slushies, food trucks, and live music on a scenic vineyard. Website: https://www.deepwatervineyard.com/     6. Fort Sumter Sunset Tour Date: 2026-08-02 Location: Fort Sumter Tours, 340 Concord St, Charleston, SC 29401 Info: A unique guided sunset tour of the historic fort where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. Website: https://www.fortsumtertours.com/   7. Charleston RiverDogs vs. Kannapolis Cannon Ballers Date: 2026-08-04 Location: Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park, 360 Fishburne St, Charleston, SC 29403 Info: The Single-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays plays a multi-day home series with fan-favorite promotions. Website: https://www.milb.com/charleston   8. Mount Pleasant Farmers Market Date: 2026-08-04 Location: Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, 645 Coleman Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 Info: A weekly community market occurring every Tuesday with local farmers, food trucks, and seasonal goods. Website: https://www.mountpleasantfarmersmarket.org/   9. The Wallflowers Date: 2026-08-06 Location: The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms, SC 29451 Info: Jakob Dylan and The Wallflowers bring their classic alternative rock sound to the beach stage. Website: https://the-windjammer.com/   10. Toadies: The Charmer Tour Date: 2026-08-06 Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403 Info: Alternative rock icons The Toadies perform hits from their long career with guests Local H and Olive Vox. Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/   11. South Carolina Tax-Free Weekend Date: 2026-08-07 Location: Various Retail Locations, Charleston, SC Info: A statewide annual sales tax holiday for back-to-school items including clothes, computers, and school supplies. Website: https://dor.sc.gov/taxfreeweekend   12. Reggae Nights: Mystic Vibrations Date: 2026-08-07 Location: James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr, Charleston, SC 29412 Info: The season finale of the popular outdoor summer reggae concert series featuring live music and food vendors. Website: https://www.ccprc.com/   13. First Friday ArtWalk Date: 2026-08-07 Location: Various Galleries, Downtown Charleston, SC Info: Over 30 downtown galleries open their doors for special exhibits, refreshments, and local artist meet-and-greets. Website: https://www.charlestongalleryassociation.com/   14. Waterfront Music and Movies Date: 2026-08-07 Location: Memorial Waterfront Park, 99 Harry M. Hallman Jr Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 Info: A weekly Friday evening event in August featuring live local music followed by a family-friendly movie under the stars. Website: https://www.mountpleasantsc.gov/   15. Tim McGraw: Pawn Shop Guitar Tour Date: 2026-08-08 Location: Credit One Stadium, 161 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC 29492 Info: Country music superstar Tim McGraw performs live at Charleston's largest outdoor stadium venue. Website: https://creditonestadium.com/   16. Shane Gillis and Friends Date: 2026-08-08 Location: North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC 29418 Info: A night of major league comedy with popular stand-up comedian Shane Gillis and special guests. Website: https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/   17. Mariachazo Date: 2026-08-08 Location: North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC 29418 Info: A major cultural celebration of Latin music and dance featuring world-class mariachi performers. Website: https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/   18. Saturdays at the Distillery Date: 2026-08-08 Location: Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405 Info: A weekly afternoon gathering with live music from Reso-Phonic, local food trucks, and craft cocktail tastings. Website: https://fireflydistillery.com/ 19. PJ Morton Live Date: 2026-08-09 Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403 Info: Grammy-winning soul and R&B artist PJ Morton performs as part of his 2026 tour. Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/   20. 2nd Sunday on King Street Date: 2026-08-09 Location: King Street (Calhoun to Queen), Charleston, SC 29401 Info: Charleston's main thoroughfare closes to vehicle traffic for outdoor dining, shopping, and street performances. Website: https://www.shop2ndsunday.com/   21. Music in the Parks: The Bluestone Ramblers Date: 2026-08-13 Location: Corrine Jones Community Garden, 36 Marlow Dr, Charleston, SC 29403 Info: A community bluegrass concert with food trucks presented by the Charleston Parks Conservancy. Website: https://www.charlestonparksconservancy.org/   22. Full Draw Film Tour Date: 2026-08-14 Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403 Info: An annual film series celebrating the adventure and spirit of bowhunting and the outdoors. Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/   23. Friday Happy Hour with Hotel Hugo Date: 2026-08-14 Location: Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405 Info: Live music and cocktail specials during the distillery's weekly happy hour event. Website: https://fireflydistillery.com/   24. The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes Date: 2026-08-15 Location: Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St, Charleston, SC 29401 Info: A screening of the classic film followed by a moderated discussion with actor Cary Elwes. Website: https://gaillardcenter.org/   25. Holy City Magic's Misdirection Date: 2026-08-15 Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403 Info: A large-scale magic and illusion show featuring top international performers Howard Blackwell and Jeki Yoo. Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/   26. Inclusive Prom: Royal Masquerade Date: 2026-08-15 Location: Mount Pleasant Town Hall Gym, 100 Ann Edwards Lane, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 Info: An unforgettable evening of dancing and fun for individuals with disabilities and their families.   Website: https://www.ccprc.com/   27. Early Morning Bird Walk Date: 2026-08-15 Location: West Ashley Greenway, McLeod Mill Road, Charleston, SC 29407 Info: A guided educational walk focusing on Lowcountry bird species, suitable for all ages. Website: https://www.charlestonparksconservancy.org/   28. Grief Sucks: A One Man Show by KevOnStage Date: 2026-08-16 Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403 Info: Comedian and influencer KevOnStage brings his thoughtful and hilarious one-man show to Charleston. Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/   29. Charleston RiverDogs vs. Lynchburg Hillcats Date: 2026-08-18 Location: Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park, 360 Fishburne St, Charleston, SC 29403 Info: The RiverDogs continue their August home stretch with a six-game series against the Hillcats. Website: https://www.milb.com/charleston   30. Holy City Tarpon Tournament Date: 2026-08-20 Location: Safe Harbor City Marina, 9 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29401 Info: A catch-and-release fly and spin fishing tournament celebrating the 'Silver King' of the Lowcountry. Website: https://www.holycitytarpon.com/   31. Night Ranger: 2026 Tour Date: 2026-08-21 Location: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403 Info: Classic rock legends Night Ranger perform their multi-platinum hits in an intimate theater setting. Website: https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/   32. Jimmy Charles Live Date: 2026-08-21 Location: Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405 Info: Country music artist Jimmy Charles performs as part of the distillery's live music series. Website: https://fireflydistillery.com/ 33. The Water's Edge History Program Date: 2026-08-21 Location: Old Towne Creek County Park, 1400 Old Towne Rd, Charleston, SC 29407 Info: An educational history program exploring the colonial significance of the West Ashley waterfront. Website: https://www.ccprc.com/ 34. Nikki Glaser: The Stunning Tour Date: 2026-08-22 Location: North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC 29418 Info: Critically acclaimed comedian Nikki Glaser brings her latest stand-up tour to the

  2. Jul 2

    The Lowcountry Lowdown for July 2026

    Friday, July 3 &FRIENDS Palma Day Club 1705 Meeting St Charleston, SC 29405 https://speakeasygo.com/Palma-Day-Club/%26friends?eid=EVE-4ODUUT   Friday, July 3 Forge Your Own Tomahawk and Forge & Flame The Forge at Charleston Adventure Forest 1152 Guerins Bridge Rd Awendaw, SC 29429 http://www.charlestonadventureforest.com/   Friday, July 3 Boots on the Roof Fiat Lux at Hotel Bennett 404 King St Charleston, SC 29403 https://www.hotelbennett.com/activities/event-calendar/the-great-america-smash-america-250-at-fiat-lux   Friday, July 3 Exhibition By the Sea Charleston Crafts Gallery 140 D East Bay Street Charleston, SC 29401 http://www.charlestoncraftsgallery.com/   Friday, July 3 Music on the Green Freshfields Village 165 Village Green Dr Johns Island, SC 29455 https://freshfieldsvillage.com/event/music-on-the-green/2026-06-05/   Friday, July 3 Seabrook Island 4th of July Fireworks & Festivities North Beach Seabrook Island Seabrook Island, SC 29455 https://www.townofseabrookisland.org/july-4th-celebration.html   Saturday, July 4 Forge Your Own Tomahawk and Forge & Flame The Forge at Charleston Adventure Forest 1152 Guerins Bridge Rd Awendaw, SC 29429 http://www.charlestonadventureforest.com/   Saturday, July 4 4th of July Dinner Cruise Aquarium Wharf 360 Concord St Charleston, SC 29401 https://www.spiritlinecruises.com/specialty-cruises/4th-of-july-dinner-cruise/   Saturday, July 4 Annual Patriotic Bike Parade East Beach Village One Sanctuary Beach Drive Kiawah Island, SC 29455 https://kiawahresort.com/holiday-events/4th-of-july/#:~:text=Annual%20Patriotic%20Bike,guests%20and%20residents.   Saturday, July 4 Brunch & Beats The Peacock CHS 213 East Bay Charleston, SC 29401 https://thepeacock-chs.com/   Saturday, July 4 City of North Charleston July 4th Festival & Celebration Riverfront Park 1001 Everglades Dr North Charleston, SC 29405 https://www.northcharleston.org/community/special_events/4th_of_july_festival.php   Saturday, July 4 Fabulous 4th in the Creek Joseph S. Daning Amphitheater 519 N Goose Creek Blvd Goose Creek, SC 29445 https://www.goosecreeksc.gov/event/fabulous-4th-creek   Saturday, July 4 Firecracker 4 Mile Laurel Hill County Park 1400 Highway 41 Mt Pleasant, SC 29465 https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/MountPleasant/Firecracker4MilerCharleston   Saturday, July 4 Fireworks & Freedom Festival Gahagan Park 515 W. Boundary Street Summerville, SC 29485 https://www.summervillesc.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=2041&month=7&year=2026&day=6&calType=0   Saturday, July 4 Fourth of July at The Watch The Watch Rooftop 75 Wentworth St Charleston, SC 29401 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fourth-of-july-at-the-watch-tickets-1991131102728   Saturday, July 4 Fourth of July Celebration at The Ansonborough The Ansonborough 21 Hasell St Charleston, SC 29401 https://holycitysinner.com/entertainment/charleston-4th-july-events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D204790806   Saturday, July 4 Fourth of July Isle of Palms Front Beach Isle of Palms Isle of Palms, SC 29451 https://www.isleofpalms.gov/news/everything-you-need-know-about-4th-july-city-isle-palms   Saturday, July 4 Fourth of July on Top The Rooftop at the Vendue 19 Vendue Range Charleston, SC 29401 https://www.rooftopcharleston.com/julyfourth/   Saturday, July 4 Glizzy Games: Charleston's Hot Dog Eating Championship Republic Garden & Lounge 462 King Street Charleston, SC 29403 https://www.instagram.com/republicreign/?hl=en   Saturday, July 4 Independence Day Celebration at Night Heron Park Kiawah Island Pkwy One Sanctuary Beach Dr Kiawah Island, SC 29455 https://kiawahresort.com/holiday-events/4th-of-july/   Saturday, July 4 NOTD Palma Day Club 1705 Meeting St Charleston, SC 29405 https://speakeasygo.com/Palma-Day-Club/NOTD?eid=EVE-T57KSE   Saturday, July 4 Patriots Point 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum 40 Patriots Point Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum 40 Patriots Point Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464   Saturday, July 4 Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence The Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon 122 East Bay Street Charleston, SC 29401 https://www.facebook.com/events/3421233044716475/   Saturday, July 4 Red, White, & Blue Festival The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort One Sanctuary Beach Dr Kiawah Island, SC 29455 https://kiawahresort.com/holiday-events/4th-of-july/   Saturday, July 4 Sailabrate America Aquarium Wharf 360 Concord St Charleston, SC 29401 https://www.spiritlinecruises.com/specialty-cruises/sailabrate-america250/   Saturday, July 4 Salute from the Shore South Carolina Coast https://salutefromtheshore.org/   Saturday, July 4 The Charleston Tea Party Camellias 404 King St Charleston, SC 29403 https://www.hotelbennett.com/activities/event-calendar/the-charleston-tea-party?d=06-27-2026   Saturday, July 4 VIP Fireworks Viewing Party The Cooper 176 Concord Street Charleston, SC 29401 https://www.thecooper.com/happenings#!/event/019e40d6-8d1d-708d-ad95-39f05f7171dc   Saturday, July 4 Waterfront Independence Day Celebration The Cooper and Joseph Riley Waterfront Park Charleston, SC https://sc250charleston.org/events/waterfront-independence-day-celebration   Sunday, July 5 Forge Your Own Tomahawk and Forge & Flame The Forge at Charleston Adventure Forest 1152 Guerins Bridge Rd Awendaw, SC 29429 http://www.charlestonadventureforest.com/   Sunday, July 5 Historic House of Worship Program - Sabbath 1776 First (Scots) Presbyterian Church 53 Meeting St Charleston, SC 29401 https://first-scots.org/   Monday, July 6 Family Meal with Nikko Cagalanan Charleston Wine + Food Test Kitchen 635 Rutledge Ave #101 Charleston, SC 29403 https://chswf.org/events/family_meal_with_nikko_cagalanan/?squadup-gift-card=FOFSizzle26   Monday, July 6 Freshfield Farmers Market Freshfields Village 165 Village Green Dr Johns Island, SC 29455 https://freshfieldsvillage.com/event/music-on-the-green/2026-06-05/   Tuesday, July 7 Fish Fest Fishmas In July Charleston Visitor Center 375 Meeting Street Charleston, SC 29403 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fish-fest-fishmas-in-july-at-the-charleston-visitor-center-tickets-1989115348553   Thursday, July 9 Tea & Tradition: Exploring Lowcountry Herbs Middleton Place 4300 Ashley River Rd. Charleston, SC 29414 https://www.middletonplace.org/news-and-events/event/tea-tradition-exploring-lowcountry-herbs/   Friday, July 10 Music on the Green Freshfields Village 165 Village Green Dr Johns Island, SC 29455 https://freshfieldsvillage.com/event/music-on-the-green/2026-06-05/   Saturday, July 11 Learn & Lunch: Plant-based Foodways of West Africa to The Lowcountry The Kneaded Space 2021-B Reynolds Avenue North Charleston, SC 29405 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/food-is-the-remedy-a-learn-lunch-with-chef-wibi-ashley-tickets-1992500871744?aff=ebdssbdestsearch   Sunday, July 12 Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series James Island County Park 871 Riverland Dr Charleston, SC 29412 https://www.ccprc.com/event/charleston-sprint-triathlon-series/327/   Monday, July 13 Freshfield Farmers Market Freshfields Village 165 Village Green Dr Johns Island, SC 29455 https://freshfieldsvillage.com/event/music-on-the-green/2026-06-05/   Tuesday, July 14 Bastille Day Dinner Party Bistronomy by Nico 64 Spring Street Charleston, SC 29403 https://www.bistronomybynico.com/special-events-1   Tuesday, July 14 West Africa to the Lowcountry with Bintou N'Daw Charleston Wine + Food Test Kitchen 635 Rutledge Ave #101 Charleston, SC 29403 https://chswf.org/events/west-africa-to-the-lowcountry-with-bintou-ndaw/?squadup-gift-card=FOFSizzle26   Wednesday, July 15 Art of Jazz: Tyler Ross Gibbes Museum of Art 135 Meeting St Charleston, SC 29401 https://charlestonjazz.com/event/art-of-jazz-tyler-ross/   Wednesday, July 15 Stories From The Archives Magnolia Plantation & Gardens 3550 Ashley River Rd Charleston, SC 29414 https://www.magnoliaplantation.com/events/stories-from-the-archives   Friday, July 17 Music on the Green Freshfields Village 165 Village Green Dr Johns Island, SC 29455 https://freshfieldsvillage.com/event/music-on-the-green/2026-06-05/   Friday, July 17 After Hours: Aquarium for Adults SC Aquarium 100 Aquarium Wharf Charleston, SC 29401 https://scaquarium.org/after-hours   Friday, July 17 Dierks Bentley: Off The Map Tour 2026 Credit One Stadium 161 Seven Farms Drive Charleston, SC 29492 https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=161%20Seven%20Farms%20Drive%20Charleston,%20SC%2029492   Friday, July 17 Reggae Nights Summer Concert James Island County Park 871 Riverland Dr Charleston, SC 29412 Charleston, SC 29412 https://www.ccprc.com/event/reggae-nights-summer-concert/215/   Saturday, July 18 Forge Your Own Tomahawk and Forge & Flame The Forge at Charleston Adventure Forest 1152 Guerins Bridge Rd Awendaw, SC 29429 http://www.charlestonadventureforest.com/   Saturday, July 18 Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA & More Carriage House - Magnolia Plantation & Gardens 3550 Ashley River Road Charleston Charleston, SC 29414 https://eventvesta.com/events/141413/t/tickets   Saturday, July 18 Candlelight: Tribute to Adele - Charleston The Unitarian Church - Charleston 4 Archdale St Charleston, SC 29401 https://www.seatgig.com/tickets/7837402/candlelight-tribute-to-adele-charleston-tickets-sat-jul-18-2026-the-unitarian-church-charleston?utm_source=citiesevent   Saturday, July 18 Legacy: Greatest R&B, Soul & Motown Hits of the 60's, 70's & 80's Forte Jazz Lounge 475 King Street Charleston, SC 29403 https://forte-jazz-lounge.turntabletickets.com/show

  3. May 30

    The Lowcountry Lowdown

    The Lowcountry Lowdown

  4. Mar 28

    The Lowcountry Lowdown for April 2026

    Charleston Events for April 2026

  5. Feb 21

    The Lowcountry Lowdown for March 2026

    This is the Lowcountry Lowdown for March 2026, sponsored by Avery & Sons Plumbing and Tankless. For tankless water heaters, traditional water heaters, filtration, polybutylene replacement, drains, and more, visit https://www.danielislandhotwaterplumber.com. March 1, 2026 Holy City Book Fest https://holycitybrewing.com/north-charleston-holy-city-brewing-events Mermaids at the South Carolina Aquarium https://scaquarium.org/mermaids/ Teddy Bear Picnic https://www.charlestonparksconservancy.org/teddy-bear-picnic/ March 2, 2026 Echoes of the Saint Cecilia Society: Act 1 https://www.chambermusiccharleston.org/echoes-of-the-st-cecilia-society/ Building Buddies (March 2–30, 2026) https://explorecml.org/whats-happening/?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral#buildingbuddies March 3, 2026 Free Live Trivia! (March 3 & 10, 2026) http://www.hometeambbq.com/ March 4, 2026 Story Strolls https://www.magnoliaplantation.com/events/story-stroll-feb-ekm2l The Sound of Charleston: America's 250th Edition (March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026) http://www.soundofcharleston.com/ Charleston Wine + Food Festival (March 4–8, 2026) https://charlestonwineandfood.com/?squadup-gift-card=PReview March 5, 2026 A Taste of Ireland https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/a-taste-of-ireland/ Blues & BBQ Cruise (Multiple March Dates) https://charlestonharbortours.com/tours-cruises/themed-dining-cruises/ Bubbles + Sweets https://chswf.org/events/bubbles-sweets/ G&G's A Spirited Supper https://gardenandgun.com/event/a-spirited-supper/ The South's Serial Killer https://charlestonlibrarysociety.org/event/the-souths-serial-killer/ March 6, 2026 Bert Kreischer https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/bert-kreischer-1 Candlelight: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac https://eventvesta.com/events/128161/t/tickets Dark Water by Complexions Contemporary Ballet https://gaillardcenter.org/events/dark-water-by-complexions-contemporary-ballet/ Evan Honer It's A Long Road Tour https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/evan-honer/ March Exhibition Miniatures http://www.charlestoncraftsgallery.com/ March 7, 2026 Fossil Fest at Cypress Gardens (March 7–8, 2026) https://cypressgardens.berkeleycountysc.gov/events/ Dude Dad's Parents Night Out https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/dude-dads-parents-night-out/ Eric Church "Free The Machine Tour" https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/2D006332444FA28A Front Beach Fest https://www.iop.net/recreation/special-events-holiday-activities/front-beach-fest Full Circle: A Celebration of Legacy https://www.facebook.com/events/park-circle/full-circle-the-gullah-geechee-legacy-celebration/762284353584610/ Introduction to Photography (March 7, 14, 21, 2026) https://www.magnoliaplantation.com/events/intro-to-photography Lessons in Watercolor Painting https://www.charlestonmuseum.org/news-events/events/lessons-in-watercolor-painting-from-charlestons-historic-women-artists-with-local-artist-giselle-harrington-3/ Where the Wild Things Run https://ccprc.com/1455/Where-the-Wild-Things-Run March 8, 2026 Candlebox https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/event/candlebox/ Chamber Music Charleston: Glorious String Sextets https://www.chambermusiccharleston.org/ovation-4-25-26/ Palmetto Park Jam https://ccprc.com/calendar.aspx?EID=18121 Quentin E. Baxter Presents the Quentin Baxter Quintet https://www.tickettailor.com/events/townofkiawahisland/1746476 March 9, 2026 Blues & BBQ Cruise https://charlestonharbortours.com/tours-cruises/themed-dining-cruises/ The Old St. Andrew's Annual Spring Tea Room & Gift Shop (March 9–14, 16–21, 2026) https://www.oldstandrews.org/tea-room March 10, 2026 Life and Legacy of Henri Bendel https://charlestonlibrarysociety.org/event/life-and-legacy-of-henri-bendel/ Leela James https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/leela-james/ MJ The Musical (March 10–15, 2026) https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/mj-the-musical March 11, 2026 Barry Manilow https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/barry-manilow Phil & Lily Rosenthal // Just Try It!: Someplace New! https://charlestonlibrarysociety.org/event/phil-lily-rosenthal-just-try-it-someplace-new/ The Sound of Charleston http://www.soundofcharleston.com/ March 12, 2026 Six Decades of USAID https://charlestonlibrarysociety.org/event/six-decades-of-usaid/ Chase Matthew https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/chase-matthew/ Charleston by Design (March 12–15, 2026) https://www.charlestonbydesign.org/?utm_source=HCF%20Subscriber%20List&utm_campaign=d48c5d5338-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2025_10_30_12_55_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-36c9fe9ae4-119962683 March 13, 2026 2026 Taste of Black Charleston https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-taste-of-black-charleston-tickets-1977318980298 Candlelight: 90s Unplugged https://eventvesta.com/events/128150/t/tickets Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA https://eventvesta.com/events/128383/t/tickets DIAMONDS REIMAGINED: A Symphonic Salute to Rihanna https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/event/diamonds-reimagined-a-symphonic-salute-to-rihanna/ Congress The Band https://www.ticketweb.com/event/congress-the-band-the-refinery-tickets/14078814 March 14, 2026 Adam Ray https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/adam-ray/ St. Patrick's Day Block Party & Parade https://www.northcharleston.org/community/special_events/st_patricks_day_block_party_parade.php St. Patrick's Day Celebration at New Realm Brewing https://www.eventbrite.com/e/st-patricks-day-tickets-1981858855186 The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show https://eventvesta.com/events/131185/t/tickets The Little Mermaid by Palmetto City Ballet (March 14–15, 2026) https://palmettocityballet.org/little-mermaid-ballet-charleston-south-carolina-tickets/ March 15, 2026 Where Bach Meets Jobim - Porto Seguro and Alva Anderson https://www.facebook.com/share/1LxphBKKx9/ March 16, 2026 Botanical Edition Workshop https://www.charlestonmuseum.org/news-events/events/cabinet-of-curiosities-botanical-edition-workshop-with-roadside-blooms/ March 17, 2026 Charleston St. Patrick's Day Parade https://charlestonstpatricksdayparade.com/ Aly & AJ https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/aly-aj/ March 18, 2026 CLS Book Club https://charlestonlibrarysociety.org/event/cls-book-club-a-flower-traveled-in-my-blood/ Robert Earl Keen https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/robert-earl-keen/ March 19, 2026 Dancing with the Stars: Live! 2026 Tour https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/dancing-with-the-stars-live-3 Inside "AD at Home" with Amy Astley https://charlestonlibrarysociety.org/event/inside-ad-at-home-with-amy-astley/ March 20, 2026 Paul Reiser with Special Guest Matt Mackelcan https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/event/paul-reiser-copy/ March 21, 2026 Redux Spring Art Market http://www.reduxstudios.org/ An Evening With Bernadette Peters https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/bernadette-peters/ March 22, 2026 Adult Easter Egg Hunt https://tickets.postandcourier.com/e/adult-egg-hunt-2026 March 24, 2026 John Legend: An Evening of Songs and Stories https://gaillardcenter.org/events/john-legend/ March 25, 2026 Medal of Honor Day https://www.patriotspoint.org/events/medal-honor-day-2 March 26, 2026 Drew Lynch https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/drew-lynch/ March 27, 2026 Holy City Magic's Totally Mental https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/holy-city-magics-totally-mental/ Monster Jam (March 27–29, 2026) https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/monster-jam-7 March 28, 2026 Cooper River Bridge Run 2026 https://bridgerun.com/ March 29, 2026 MxPx w/ The Ataris https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/mxpx/ Vietnam Veterans Day https://www.patriotspoint.org/events/vietnam-veterans-day-3 March 31, 2026 Monuments by Craig Walsh (Through March 31, 2026) https://gaillardcenter.org/events/monuments-by-craig-walsh/

  6. Jan 24

    The Lowcountry Lowdown for February 2026

    The Lowcountry Lowdown for February 2026 The Lowcountry Lowdown is brought to you by Avery & Sons Plumbing and Tankless. Visit their website or give them a call at (843) 305-5555 If you'd like to feature an event on a future episode of The Lowcountry Lowdown, email The Lowcountry Events or text event details to (843) 421-8516. New episodes monthly. February 2026 in the Lowcountry is packed wall to wall with concerts, festivals, theatre, comedy, family programming, and community events stretching from Charleston to Mount Pleasant and beyond. From major touring acts like Diana Krall, STOMP, and Neil deGrasse Tyson to beloved local traditions like 2nd Sunday on King Street, the Lowcountry Oyster Festival, and Revolutionary-era programming, there's something happening nearly every day. Valentine's weekend brings no shortage of music, comedy, food, and anti-Valentine alternatives, while the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition anchors the middle of the month downtown. Families, art lovers, history buffs, sports fans, and night-owls alike will find plenty to choose from. Whether you're chasing live music, hands-on workshops, festivals by the water, or a good laugh, February delivers across the board. The Lowcountry Lowdown has you covered from the first Sunday to the final Saturday. Multiple Dates Chicago: The Musical Tchaikovsky's 4th Symphony Revolution Saturdays at Middleton Place Ringleaders of Rebellion Sense and Sensibility Camellia Walks 2026 Monuments by Craig Walsh Children's Museum of the Lowcountry Garden Lights at Middleton Place & Juliet Southeastern Wildlife Exhibition Colour of Music Festival February 1 Kevin James Oyster Festival Shucked & Sauced Taste of Gullah Geechee Trivia at Eliza's February 3 Matthew Morrison The International Piano Series presents Drew Petersen Trivia Tuesdays at New Realm February 4 JUMP – America's Van Halen Experience February 6 Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi's Four Seasons & More From Nothing, Something The Movement Visions Tour February 7 Charleston Jazz Presents: Ode to Billie Holiday Tonya Nicole February 8 Save the Light Half-Marathon & 5K Mermaids at the South Carolina Aquarium Sweetgrass Basket Weaving Workshop The Black Soundtrack presented by Tiguere Contemporary 2nd Sunday on King Street Quentin E. Baxter Presents The Angelique Francis Band Revolutionary Sunday: Swamp Fox Super Bowl Watch Party at Lamar's February 9 Diana Krall Friends of MOJA present The Roots of a Renaissance February 10 Calligraphy Workshop with Gibbs Elliott Calligraphy February 11 Brew-oke at New Realm Brewing February 12 A Midsummer Night's Dream February 13 A Night of Sade with Tonya Nicole Dancing Without Limits Shenandoah February 14 Anti-Valentine's Night Market Edwin McCain International Wine and Sweets Stroll Love Is in the Air: Valentine's Dinner & Dance Next Stop Comedy at Frothy Beard Off World! Second Saturday Science with Live5 News The Boykin Bash February 15 Chamber Music Charleston Salon Series: Mozart and Beethoven Family Birding Day at Dill Sanctuary Pickers Hullabaloo Flea Market The Seafarer's Table February 17 Keb' Mo' Tea Time in the Lowcountry February 19 Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer Dance, Sing, Celebrate – Harambee Dance Company Tour of Heyward-Washington House February 20 Candlelight Concerts February 21 Danish Radio Big Band conducted by Miho Hazama Cocktails & Camellias Revolutionary Berkeley Day Sea & Sand Festival Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience February 24 STOMP! February 25 Pink Martini February 26 Neil deGrasse Tyson To the Last Drop of Blood: African Americans in the American Revolution February 28 Barrier Island EcoTours Birding Excursion Charleston Southern Soul Festival The Sixties Show

  7. 12/26/2025

    Lowcountry Lowdown for January 2026

    January 2026 is packed with events across Charleston and the Lowcountry, and this month's episode of The Lowcountry Lowdown walks you through it all, from New Year's Day to the final weekend of the month. In this episode, we cover Museum Mile Month, Charleston Restaurant Week, and the Second Annual Charleston Comedy Week, along with major performances at the Gaillard Center, Charleston Music Hall, Dock Street Theatre, PURE Theatre, and the North Charleston Coliseum. You'll also hear about special events at the Charleston Museum, Patriots Point, Middleton Place, Drayton Hall, the Charleston Library Society, Forte Jazz Lounge, Firefly Distillery, and venues across North Charleston, Kiawah, Seabrook Island, and downtown Charleston. From ballet, symphony, and theatre to comedy, jazz, literary talks, family programming, murder mystery dinners, and live music, this episode delivers a full calendar of what's happening around the Lowcountry in January. The Lowcountry Lowdown is brought to you by Avery & Sons Plumbing and Tankless, specializing in tankless water heaters and polybutylene pipe replacement. Learn more at DanielIslandHotWaterPlumber.com If you'd like to feature an event on a future episode, email lowcountryevents@gmail.com or text event details to 843-421-8516. New episodes monthly. The Complete List of Events for This Month With Links January 1, 2026 Museum Mile Month https://www.charlestonsmuseummile.org/ January 3, 2026 Paint & Sip at Ruby Sunshine (Downtown): Moonlit Sailboats https://charlestonpaintparty.com/event-calendar/2026/moonlit/sailboats?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral Patriots Point Throwback Day https://www.patriotspoint.org/events/throwback-day The Impossible Murder at Captain Jack's Flapjack Shack https://www.charlestonmysteries.com/ January 7, 2026 The Brett Belanger Trio – Instrumental Jazz Series https://www.fortejazzlounge.com/ January 8, 2026 Paint & Sip at Dashi Wine Bar and Emporium: Holy City https://charlestonpaintparty.com/event-calendar/2026/holy/city?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral January 9, 2026 Professional Bull Riders Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/pbr-pendleton-whisky-velocity-tour Liquid Pleasure https://www.tickettailor.com/events/townofkiawahisland/1741004 January 10, 2026 Off-Road Duathlon https://www.ccprc.com/3263/Off-Road-Duathlon Oysters at the Point Presents: Thomas Champagne with Friends https://www.citypapertickets.com/events/174958211/thomas-champagne-with-friends The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/Charleston/murder-mystery-tickets-showtimes/?refresh=1&utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral January 11, 2026 Chamber Music Charleston at the Dock Street Theatre https://www.chambermusiccharleston.org/ovation-3-25-26/ Grand Kyiv Ballet Presents: Snow Queen https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/event/snow-queen/ Revolutionary Sunday: Beginnings https://www.charlestonmuseum.org/news-events/events/revolutionary-sunday-beginnings/ January 14, 2026 Barry Manilow https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/barry-manilow Guerilla Shakespeare: The Real Will Shakespeare Reveal https://charlestonlibrarysociety.org/event/guerilla-shakespeare-the-real-will-shakespeare-reveal/ January 15, 2026 McNeal by Ayad Akhtar https://puretheatre.org/mcneal/ Regency Romance Reimagined https://www.tickettailor.com/events/townofkiawahisland/1948513 Skylark: Paula McLain's Latest https://charlestonlibrarysociety.org/event/skylark-paula-mclains-latest/ January 17, 2026 MLK Jr. Commemorative Concert: Still Standing https://www.lowcountryvoices.com/ January 18, 2026 An Evening With Larry the Cable Guy https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/an-evening-with-larry-the-cable-guy Sounds of Brazil: Porto Seguro with Andrew Finn McGill https://charleston.boldtypetickets.com/events/176786944/porto-seguro-with-andrew-finn-mcgill January 19, 2026 2026 MLK Parade https://www.ywcagc.org/mlk.html January 21, 2026 Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with Ray Chen https://gaillardcenter.org/events/the-royal-philharmonic-orchestra-with-ray-chen/ January 22, 2026 Cirque Musica: Heroes & Villains https://charlestonsymphony.org/event/cirquemusica/2026-01-22/ A Night of the Macabre https://charlestonlibrarysociety.org/event/a-night-of-the-macabre/ Oysters by the Battery https://www.historiccharleston.org/events/oysters-by-the-battery-2026 January 23, 2026 Vic DiBitetto: The Italian Hurricane https://app.showslinger.com/e/VicCharlestonSC January 24, 2026 2nd Annual Charleston Comedy Week https://www.charlestonmusichall.com/charleston-comedy-week/ Fairy House Day https://ccprc.com/Calendar.aspx?EID=17895 The Royal Hounds https://www.tickettailor.com/events/townofkiawahisland/1928308 Weave Here, Weave There, Weave Anywhere! https://www.charlestonmuseum.org/news-events/events/weave-here-weave-there-weave-anywhere-3/ January 27, 2026 Book Tour Exclusive: Anatomy of an Alibi https://charlestonlibrarysociety.org/event/book-tour-exclusive-anatomy-of-an-alibi/ January 29, 2026 Garden Lights at Middleton Place https://www.middletonplace.org/news-and-events/event/garden-lights-at-middleton-place/ January 30, 2026 Holy City Swing Charleston Alley 2026 https://www.holycityswing.com/charlestonalley Ringleaders of Rebellion: Charleston in Revolt, 1775–1783 Opening Keynote and Reception https://www.charlestonmuseum.org/news-events/events/ringleaders-of-rebellion-charleston-in-revolt-1775-1783-opening-keynote-and-reception/ January 31, 2026 OLESTRA Improv Comedy https://nameless-numberhead.square.site/product/olestra-nyc-improv-charleston-comedy-week-/U3Q2IBDB3XC4ZL64Q4CNGAP4?si=true Rocket Man: The Music of Elton John – North Charleston POPS! https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/rocket-man-the-music-of-elton-john SAND Improv Comedy https://nameless-numberhead.square.site/product/sand-chicago-improv-charleston-comedy-week-/XG7A6PDDFXVDCOHGANBVJNK5?cs=true&cst=custom Ongoing / Weekly in January Fossil Friday at the Charleston Museum https://www.charlestonmuseum.org/news-events/events/fossil-friday-with-curator-of-natural-history-matthew-gibson-116/

    Lowcountry Lowdown for January 2026
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The Lowcountry Lowdown is a monthly events roundup covering what's happening across Charleston and the surrounding Lowcountry, from major performances and museum exhibitions to comedy, theatre, live music, family programming, and community gatherings. Each episode delivers a clear, location-based overview of the month ahead, highlighting events at venues throughout downtown Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, and the barrier islands. Whether it's symphony and ballet, touring comedians, historic sites, literary talks, festivals, or one-night-only local events, the Lowdown brings it all together in one place. Designed to be practical, local, and easy to follow, The Lowcountry Lowdown helps listeners plan their month without hype, clutter, or guesswork. The show is presented by Avery & Sons Plumbing and Tankless, a locally owned company specializing in tankless water heaters and polybutylene pipe replacement. New episodes release monthly.

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  • Creator
    Mack Devlin
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025
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