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Charleston Area Calendar of Events


With so many things to do and see in the Charleston area, it's nice to know there's someone who can help you. Our professional concierge staff can arrange anything from beach chair rental to tickets for the opera. 

If you are one of our vacation guests and need assistance making reservations for any Charleston area event, please contact our concierge director at concierge@dunesproperties.com or call 843.513.1602.


This Week

 
Tuesday, May 6 
 
Interactive "Hands-on" Rice Planting
Join a costumed interpreter as he describes how Carolina Gold rice was planted on Low Country plantations, and learn about the African origins of rice and its cultivation in South Carolina in the 18th and 19th centuries.
 
Wednesday, May 7 
 
The Charleston Museum Kid Tours- Bug Bonanza
Get a chance to see creepy crawlies from our collection and create your own critters to take home!
 
Thursday, May 8 
 
North Charleston Farmer's Market
Every week fresh, locally grown produce, as well as herbs, jellies, jams and other delicacies are featured.
 
The Palmetto Acoustic Series
This FREE series features acoustic singer/songwriters performing their own music in a lovely historic setting.
 
Friday, May 9 
 
The Oxygen Ball
Join the American Lung Association in preventing lung disease and promoting lung health through education, advocacy, research and community initiative programs. The Oxygen Ball includes a gourmet dinner, silent & live auctions, and entertainment.
 
Saturday, May 10 
 
2008 Charleston Farmer's Market
Each Saturday come enjoy an abundance of fresh local produce, plants, herbs, cut flowers, crafts, entertainment, and food and drink.
 
4th annual Blues By The Sea
Head on out to Kiawah Island for this FREE afternoon of fun and music!
 
From Seeds to Shillings: Growing Wealth at Charles Towne
Before cotton was king and rice reigned supreme, South Carolina colonists experimented with a variety of plants for both produce and profit. Come learn about those early days of our lovely city!
 
Start! Lowcountry Heart Walk
Come join us at the Start! Lowcountry Heart Walk to celebrate life and raise funds for heart disease, stroke research and community education.

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Thursday, May 1 
 
North Charleston Farmer's Market
Every week fresh, locally grown produce, as well as herbs, jellies, jams and other delicacies are featured.
 
Friday, May 2 
 
First Fridays: Art in Charleston
 
Third Annual Charleston Cinco de Mayo Festival
The Charleston Cinco de Mayo Festival was founded in 2006 and takes place annually on or near May 5th, a Mexican holiday which is widely celebrated throughout the United States in order to celebrate Mexican heritage and culture.
 
Saturday, May 3 
 
2008 Charleston Farmer's Market
Each Saturday come enjoy an abundance of fresh local produce, plants, herbs, cut flowers, crafts, entertainment, and food and drink.
 
Fears That Fortifed Charles Towne-- Musket Demonstration
Come out for an interesting and informative demonstration of the early settler's weaponry.
 
First Fridays: Art in Charleston
 
Tuesday, May 6 
 
Interactive "Hands-on" Rice Planting
Join a costumed interpreter as he describes how Carolina Gold rice was planted on Low Country plantations, and learn about the African origins of rice and its cultivation in South Carolina in the 18th and 19th centuries.
 
Wednesday, May 7 
 
The Charleston Museum Kid Tours- Bug Bonanza
Get a chance to see creepy crawlies from our collection and create your own critters to take home!
 
Thursday, May 8 
 
North Charleston Farmer's Market
Every week fresh, locally grown produce, as well as herbs, jellies, jams and other delicacies are featured.
 
The Palmetto Acoustic Series
This FREE series features acoustic singer/songwriters performing their own music in a lovely historic setting.
 
Friday, May 9 
 
The Oxygen Ball
Join the American Lung Association in preventing lung disease and promoting lung health through education, advocacy, research and community initiative programs. The Oxygen Ball includes a gourmet dinner, silent & live auctions, and entertainment.
 
Saturday, May 10 
 
2008 Charleston Farmer's Market
Each Saturday come enjoy an abundance of fresh local produce, plants, herbs, cut flowers, crafts, entertainment, and food and drink.
 
4th annual Blues By The Sea
Head on out to Kiawah Island for this FREE afternoon of fun and music!
 
From Seeds to Shillings: Growing Wealth at Charles Towne
Before cotton was king and rice reigned supreme, South Carolina colonists experimented with a variety of plants for both produce and profit. Come learn about those early days of our lovely city!
 
Start! Lowcountry Heart Walk
Come join us at the Start! Lowcountry Heart Walk to celebrate life and raise funds for heart disease, stroke research and community education.
 
Tuesday, May 13 
 
Gala Chamber Music Soiree
Join us for this black-tie evening of great food and superb music to benefit Chamber Music Charleston!
 
Thursday, May 15 
 
North Charleston Farmer's Market
Every week fresh, locally grown produce, as well as herbs, jellies, jams and other delicacies are featured.
 
Saturday, May 17 
 
2008 Charleston Farmer's Market
Each Saturday come enjoy an abundance of fresh local produce, plants, herbs, cut flowers, crafts, entertainment, and food and drink.
 
4th Annual Mental Health Month 5K Fun Run / Walk
In recognition of National Mental Health Month, the National Alliance on Mental Illness and supporting partners present this 5K Fun Run / Walk.
 
Charleston Tea Plantation's Second Annual First Flush Tea Festival
 
Fears that Fortified Charles Towne - Cannon Demonstration
Come out for an interesting and informative demonstration of the early settler's weaponry.
 
Sculpture in the South
Get up close and personal with 35 renowned artists from across the country as they present their fine art sculpture in Summerville's Azalea Park.
 
The Landscape of Slavery: Tour and Landscape Walk
In association with The Gibbes Museum of Arts, this in-depth guided tour will explore existing landscape features, archaeological sites, maps, and documents, to reveal the actual landscape of slavery as it existed centuries ago at historic Drayton Hall.
 
Sunday, May 18 
 
Sculpture in the South
Get up close and personal with 35 renowned artists from across the country as they present their fine art sculpture in Summerville's Azalea Park.
 
Thursday, May 22 
 
North Charleston Farmer's Market
Every week fresh, locally grown produce, as well as herbs, jellies, jams and other delicacies are featured.
 
The Palmetto Acoustic Series
This FREE series features acoustic singer/songwriters performing their own music in a lovely historic setting.
 
Friday, May 23 
 
Afternoon Tea Spoleto
Please join us in an elegant, yet inviting setting as St. Matthew’s Community Outreach Center hosts its annual benefit, “Afternoon Tea.”
 
Spoleto Festival
 
Saturday, May 24 
 
2008 Charleston Farmer's Market
Each Saturday come enjoy an abundance of fresh local produce, plants, herbs, cut flowers, crafts, entertainment, and food and drink.
 
Afternoon Tea Spoleto
Please join us in an elegant, yet inviting setting as St. Matthew’s Community Outreach Center hosts its annual benefit, “Afternoon Tea.”
 
Spoleto Festival
 
Sunday, May 25 
 
Afternoon Tea Spoleto
Please join us in an elegant, yet inviting setting as St. Matthew’s Community Outreach Center hosts its annual benefit, “Afternoon Tea.”
 
Spoleto Festival
 
Monday, May 26 
 
Afternoon Tea Spoleto
Please join us in an elegant, yet inviting setting as St. Matthew’s Community Outreach Center hosts its annual benefit, “Afternoon Tea.”
 
Charleston Men’s Chorus- Memorial Day Concert
This program will include service anthems, patriotic songs, and other inspiring works to honor the men and women of our military.
 
Spoleto Festival
 
The Ginn Tribute hosted by ANNIKA
 
Tuesday, May 27 
 
Afternoon Tea Spoleto
Please join us in an elegant, yet inviting setting as St. Matthew’s Community Outreach Center hosts its annual benefit, “Afternoon Tea.”
 
Spoleto Festival
 
The Ginn Tribute hosted by ANNIKA
 
Wednesday, May 28 
 
Afternoon Tea Spoleto
Please join us in an elegant, yet inviting setting as St. Matthew’s Community Outreach Center hosts its annual benefit, “Afternoon Tea.”
 
Spoleto Festival
 
The Ginn Tribute hosted by ANNIKA
 
Thursday, May 29 
 
Afternoon Tea Spoleto
Please join us in an elegant, yet inviting setting as St. Matthew’s Community Outreach Center hosts its annual benefit, “Afternoon Tea.”
 
North Charleston Farmer's Market
Every week fresh, locally grown produce, as well as herbs, jellies, jams and other delicacies are featured.
 
Spoleto Festival
 
The Ginn Tribute hosted by ANNIKA
 
Friday, May 30 
 
Afternoon Tea Spoleto
Please join us in an elegant, yet inviting setting as St. Matthew’s Community Outreach Center hosts its annual benefit, “Afternoon Tea.”
 
Spoleto Festival
 
The Ginn Tribute hosted by ANNIKA
 
Saturday, May 31 
 
2008 Charleston Farmer's Market
Each Saturday come enjoy an abundance of fresh local produce, plants, herbs, cut flowers, crafts, entertainment, and food and drink.
 
Afternoon Tea Spoleto
Please join us in an elegant, yet inviting setting as St. Matthew’s Community Outreach Center hosts its annual benefit, “Afternoon Tea.”
 
Spoleto Festival
 
The Ginn Tribute hosted by ANNIKA