Charleston Greek Festival
Experience the authentic flavors of Greek cuisine at the 53rd annual Charleston Greek Festival. Savor a satisfying plate of delicate pastries and gyros, accompanied by a selection of beer, wine and Greek coffee. The festival offers a variety of entertainment including traditional music, wine tastings, dance performances, vendors and cultural experiences tailored for all ages to enjoy. For more information, parking and tickets, visit
charlestongreekfestival.com.
May 10 through May 12. Various times. Ticket prices vary. Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity. 30 Race St. Downtown. charlestongreekfestival.com
Indigo dyeing workshop
Join Sister Moon Studio for an indigo hand-dyeing workshop and create two unique shibori bandanas to take home. Discover everything to love about indigo dye, its role in South Carolina’s history and learn some traditional tie-dye methods. Attendees will be instructed on the folding technique, binding fabrics and dip-dyeing in an indigo vat. There will be a break during the workshop, during which guests are encouraged to visit local vendors at The Station. Pre-registration is required.
May 11. 10:30 a.m. $55/ticket. The Station in Park Circle. 4610 Spruill Ave. North Charleston. sistermoonstudio.com
Eight Four Flea vintage market
Discover dozens of small and sustainable businesses offering a diverse selection of vintage clothing, housewares, throwback vinyl, handbags, belts, hard to find sneakers and more. Groove to live music or check out the DJ on the patio as you shop around. Stayed refreshed with a selection of local beer and bites from the brewery.
May 12. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Holy City Brewing.1021 Aragon Ave. North Charleston. holycitybrewing.com
The Avett Brothers listening party
Monsters Music & Movies presents an intimate space where they’ll play the American folk rock band The Avett Brothers new self-titled album from start to finish. Pick up your album copy in-store the same day when you pre-order online. Special posters illustrated by Scott Avett himself will be available while supplies last.
May 15. 6 p.m. Free. Monsters Music & Movies. 946 Orleans Road. West Ashley.
monstermusicsc.com
A Conversation with Eric Larson
Eric Larson is the author of six New York Times bestsellers including The Splendid and the Vile and The Devil in the White City. His latest book The Demon of Unrest is a non-fiction thriller about the months between Abraham Lincoln’s election and the start of the Civil War. Explore the ties of this story with Charleston’s history followed by a book signing.
May 16. 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $35. Charleston Gaillard Center. 95 Calhoun St. Downtown. gaillardcenter.org
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