Boneyard Beach sunrise expedition
Looking for breathtaking views of the South Carolina coast? Take a ferry ride under the stars and arrive at the Boneyard Beach on Bulls Island in time to watch the sunrise within a National Wildlife Refuge. The trip back winds through Sewee Bay, where guests can catch glimpses of local wildlife before hopping back on the ferry. Make sure to bring sunscreen, bug spray and perhaps a thermos of coffee for the early morning trek.
April 10. 5-8 a.m. $75/ticket. Depart from Garris Landing. 498 Bulls Island Road. Awendaw. coastalexpeditions.com
Lowcountry Strawberry Festival
The Lowcountry Strawberry Festival has grown to be one of the largest spring festivals in the state, and event organizers are going full-throttle this weekend. Featuring acrobatic dogs, thrilling rides, a petting zoo, magic shows and more, there is something for people of all ages at the second and final weekend celebration of this year’s festival. Kids aged 2 and younger receive free admission.
April 6-7; 12-9 p.m. April 8; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Ticket prices vary. Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens. 1235 Long Point Road. Mount Pleasant. boonehallplantation.com
Breakfast with the Easter bunny
Head to the Osprey Ballroom at Wild Dunes’ Sweetgrass Inn and enjoy a special breakfast with the best bunny in town. Perfect for families, this event features a fun and festive pancakes bar and traditional breakfast favorites. Adults aged 21 and older can enjoy unlimited trips to the Bloody Mary and mimosa bar for an additional fee.
April 8. 8:30-10:30 a.m. $45/adult; $25/ages 4-12; $30/bar package. Wild Dunes Resort. 5757 Palm Blvd. Isle of Palms. hyatt.com
Environmentally Aware art show
In celebration of Earth Day, Charleston Crafts is spotlighting four artists producing works inspired by nature: Kenny Teague, John Stoudenmire, Bonnie Younginer and Ron Herzog. With works ranging from carefully cut shapes using wood to fiber art with wool yarns and fleece, the four artists each use their own artistic style to depict the importance of the natural world. An open house takes place at 2 p.m. this Sunday to highlight the four artists.
April 9-30. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Charleston Crafts Cooperative Gallery. 84 Society St. Downtown. shopcharlestoncrafts.com
Once on This Island
From the creative team that brought Ragtime to the stage comes this award-winning, calypso-flavored musical. Once On This Island tells the tale of the romance between Ti Moune, a peasant girl, and Daniel, a rich city boy, after she saves his life when his speeding convertible crashes. Find showtimes and ticket information online.
Show dates and times vary. Ticket prices vary. Dock Street Theatre. 135 Church St. Downtown. charlestonstage.com
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