It’s officially the last weekend of summer. And while we’re sad to say goodbye to the carefree attitude of the season, we’re also ready for fall and all that comes with it. That being said, we’re not going to miss the chance to soak up the last of the summer vibes and go all out this weekend.
Friday Get ready for the fall with Autumn on the Ashley and browse local artists and vendors at Middleton Place.
Arrrgh matey. Get your booty ready for Talk Like a Pirate Weekend.
Lt. Dan is back for the Lt. Dan Band Weekend, complete with a concert from Gary SInise himself and a bike ride in honor of wounded vets.
Marvel at others’ flexibility and stunts at Carnivalesque.
Mozart in the South returns this weekend.
Sam Adams Oktoberfest couldn’t wait for the official start of Oktoberfest in Munich and is celebrating a day early tonight.
Saturday Head to Park Circle for the 10th annual Lowcountry Shorts Festival.
Introduce the little tykes to classical music at Little Mozart Circus and then pick up some treats at the farmers market downtown.
Scotland may have voted to stay apart of the United Kingdom, but that’s just more reason to celebrate all things Scottish at the 43rd annual Scottish Games and Highland Gathering.
We’re halfway to St. Patrick’s Day. Celebrate with Irish music and food at Molly Darcy’s.
East Cooper Community Outreach takes over Awendaw Green for its 25th anniversary with live music, a climbing wall, and food trucks.
Charleston Jazz Orchestra hosts its annual jazz night. This year’s theme is Buena Vista Social Club.
You can’t go wrong with 12 hours of live music at BandSwap.
Another day, another Okotberfest. Head to Closed for Business for your liter of beer.
Sunday It’s never too early to celebrate Halloween — or find out how you’d survive a zombie attack. Head to Boone Hall for the Running Scared Zombie Apocalypse 5K race.
Learn how to help Mother Nature at the Carolina Green Fair.
Head to the Cistern and learn about all the arts around town at the OPEN Arts Expo.
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