A Lowcountry full of warm weather, May 2016 Events, await your arrival. Bring the whole family for a great Spring Break! Enjoy Charleston and her waterways plus fascinating historic sites. March 2016’s Spring weather is simply a great time to get out-on-the-water and visit captivating Fort Sumter where the first shot of the Civil War was fired!
TripAdvisor ranked the Holy City 3rd place in its list of top American travel destinations, placing it as more popular than the likes of Las Vegas, San Francisco, New Orleans and the nation’s capital! Fort Sumter Tours is also award-winning. Fort Sumter Tours is the recipient of a “Certificate of Excellence” awarded by TripAdvisor. # 1 Top USA Destination was voted by Conde Nast Traveler readers, for Fort Sumter. And, Travel & Leisure magazine’s World’s Best Awards ranked Charleston, South Carolina # 1 in the USA & Canada and #2 in World’s Best Cities via the Reader’s Choice Awards.
Guests board at informative Liberty Square’s Fort Sumter Visitors Center. Don’t miss this great opportunity that the whole family will enjoy! Fort Sumter Tours is the only authorized National Park Service concessioner, proudly owned and operated for over 50 years. Booking online is a seabreeze via fortsumtertours.com or simply call Toll-Free 1-800-789-3678 or 843-722-BOAT. Cancellations with refunds accepted up to 24-hours in-advance. Parking is easy at nearby Aquarium Wharf garage. Embarkations are also available on the Mt. Pleasant side of the Arthur Ravenel Bridge at Patriots Point.
Mt. Pleasant, SC ~ East of the Cooper River
Carolina Billfish Classic ~ Mt. Pleasant & Georgetown, SC ~ 05/11 – 05/14/2016
As the state of South Carolina’s first multi-port billfishing tournament,The Carolina Billfish Classic promises a whole new level of billfishing. Tournament Headquarters is located at Toler’s Cove Marina, with a satellite location at Georgetown Landing Marina, Georgetown, SC. http://www.fishcbc.com/
Shaggin’ on the Cooper ~ 05/13, 05/14 & 05/27/2016
Are you ready for Summer and Shaggin’ on the Pier? Yes! Dust off those Dancin’ Shoes! Live music of all varieties will fill the air with local bands. All ages are invited to let loose, breathe in the ocean breeze and dance the night away under the stars. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. At the gate: $10 (based on availability).Online Tickets available thru Friday midnight, before the Event.
Fri, May 13 ~ The Mount Pleasant Pier will be rockin’ with the sounds of DJ Jim Bowers as he plays a variety of line dancing hits, unforgettable oldies, and beach music classics!
Sat, May 14 ~ Come out and enjoy scenic views of the Charleston Harbor while dancing to live classic oldies and beach music. All ages are invited to let loose, breathe in the ocean breeze and dance the night away under the stars.
Fri, May 27 ~ Shag the night away at the Folly Beach Pier, where DJ Jim Bowers will be spinning the hottest oldies and beach music classics. Not just your typical wooden pier, this breathtaking landmark stretches out 1045’ into the sparkling Atlantic Ocean and offers spectacular views, fishing, dining, tournaments, special events, and more throughout the year! Gates open at 7pm, and the music begins at 8pm. http://www.ccprc.com/1171/Mount-Pleasant-Pier
West of the Ashley
From Sheep to Shawl ~ Middleton Place ~ 05/07/2016
Experience a wild and wooly time, and witness the annual Sheep Shearing Demonstrations, at Middleton Place. The flock will be shorn between 10am and 3pm. Interpreters will demonstrate how it has been done, in past times, with steel bladed hand shears. The Event is FREE with Plantation and Garden Admission. The Gulf Coast Breed is rare and historic. Brought to the Southeastern United States, by the Spanish, in the 1500s, for wool, meat and commercial production – the breed adapted well to the hot and humid conditions of the Southeastern United States. http://www.middletonplace.org
Leisurely Pursuits & Grand Entertains ~ Middleton Place ~ 05/14 & 05/15/2016
How did people amuse themselves in the 18th Century? Interactive Programs and Demonstrations offer an incredible range of Colonial Sports, Games, 18th century Country Dances, Needlework, Painting in the Gardens and Music. 10:00am to 4:00pm. FREE with General Admission. http://www.middletonplace.org
North Charleston
North Charleston Arts Festival ~ 05/01 – 05/07/2016
Charleston Area Convention Center Complex & Performing Arts Center
Now in its 33rd, year, one of the most comprehensive Arts Festivals in South Carolina features nine full days of FREE and ticketed programming throughout Charleston and surrounding areas. 200 high quality performances, exhibits and activities presented by local, regional, and national artists in the areas of music, theatre, dance, visual arts, media arts, and literature. Enjoy over 40 performances in 4 themed stages, roving entertainers, art & craft vendors, exhibitions, a gem & mineral show, an antique show, children’s activities and more! http://northcharleston