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Brewery Blast laser tag

Step into an urban battleground where the air crackles with excitement and the pulse-pounding beat of adrenaline fills the air. Dive behind barrels, dodge laser beams and strategize with your team amidst the maze-like corridors of Holy City Brewing. Long and load — and raise your glass — for a series of epic showdowns that runs through July.
Thursdays through Sundays. $20/ticket. Holy City Brewing. 1021 Aragon Ave. North Charleston. holycitybrewing.com

Pinky’s Full Moon Party

The Strawberry Moon is rising over Folly Beach this weekend, and things are getting a little juicy. Head to Pinky’s on the Beach, the only oceanfront bar on Folly, for a night of moonlit shenanigans, beachside beats and sweet cocktails. Enjoy a live DJ, hula fire performance, glow stick giveaway and more. Drink specials will be kept flowing until close.
June 20. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Free to attend. Pinky’s on the Beach. 1 Center St. Folly Beach. pinkysfollybeach.com

Adults-only night at Charleston Aqua Park

Who said water parks were just for kids? Get ready for an epic night out and beat that early summer heat at Charleston Aqua Park. Leave the stress of the work week behind and dive into an evening of laughs, splashes and good vibes. Don’t forget to bring a pair of closed-toe shoes for the ropes course, and of course, Trophy Flakes truck will be on-site serving up grub.
June 25. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. $30/person. Charleston Aqua Park. 3050 Marlin Road. Johns Island. charlestonaquapark.wakesys.com

Charleston Farmers Market

Browse through a bounty of seasonal fruits and vegetables, handcrafted goods and prepared foods as you explore the charming stalls inside Marion Square. From farm-fresh produce to food truck favorites, there’s something for everyone at the Charleston Farmers Market. Bring the whole family and enjoy live music, special events and activities for all ages in the heart of downtown.
Saturdays. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free to attend. Marion Square. 329 Meeting St. Downtown. charlestonfarmersmarket.com

Salt Marsh BioDiscovery

Learn about the importance of the salt marsh and the creatures that live within it in this hands-on citizen-science project made possible through a partnership with South Carolina Sea Grant Consortium. This opportunity to learn about the wildlife that calls Edisto Island home is recommended for participants age 10 and up. Guests can register online for this weekly event held every Tuesday.
Tuesdays. 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. $2/person. Environmental Learning Center.
8377 State Cabin Road. Edisto Island. southcarolinaparks.com

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Jump for J.O.Y. at IAAM’s Juneteenth on the Yard

The International African American Museum (IAAM) presents its signature Juneteenth celebration, J.O.Y. — Juneteenth on the Yard, from noon to 5 p.m. June 19. A vibrant center for joy, reflection, culture and community, this free event commemorates the 1865 news of emancipation reaching the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas.
14 Wharfside St. More: iaamuseum.org

VISUAL ARTS

June 26, 5:30 p.m.: Halsey After Hours animates the galleries of Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art., with food by Beautiful South, a mini vintage market, signature drinks and tunes by DJ Jerryfeelsgood.
161 Calhoun St. More: halsey.charleston.edu

THEATER

June 26 to July 5, various times: Village Rep remounts its hit show, Theatre People or The Angel Next Door, which is playwright Paul Slade Smith’s rollicking love letter to theater set in the 1930s and 40s.
The Venue MTP, 627 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. Suite 107, Mount Pleasant. More: villagerep.com

MUSIC

June 20, 11 a.m.: Cole Swindell and Lee Brice, Credit One Stadium
June 20, 7 p.m.: 42 Dugg and Babyface Ray, Charleston Music Hall
June 20, 9 p.m.: Infinitfreefall, The Royal American
June 21, 7:30 p.m.: Roger Clyne and The Peacemakers, Pour House
June 23-24, 6 p.m.: Goose, Firefly Distillery
June 24, 5:30 p.m.: Barn Jam, Awendaw Green
June 25, 7 p.m.: Paul Oakenfold, The Refinery
June 26-27, 7:30 p.m.: Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show, North Charleston PAC
June 26, 7 p.m.: Charlton Singleton and Friends present “Purple Legacy: A Celebration of Prince,” Charleston Music Hall

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WHAT’S NEW

Space for fish: 167 Sushi Bar is moving to 5 Cumberland St. in early 2027 into a larger space that will accommodate more diners and will offer a Japanese-inspired cocktail program, sushi and izakaya. The current space at 289 East Bay St. will remain a part of the group’s portfolio. Expect an announcement later this year on plans for the East Bay spot.
More: 167sushibar.com

Hideaway haunt: The team behind Azur Charleston has opened a new concept, Le Bistro by Azur, a candlelit hideaway next to the original restaurant at 159 Market St. The once private space is open to the public every Friday and Saturday evening on a walk-in-only basis. The menu offers French-inspired small plates, a curated wine list and inventive cocktails.
More: azurcharleston.com/le-bistro

Cuisine reimagined: The Lowline Hotel, a reimagination of the former Hyatt Place Charleston Historic District at 560 King St., will introduce several food and beverage concepts. Leeward Restaurant and Patio will be a Lowcountry-inspired dining destination, Lowline Spirited Coffee and Provisions will feature local offerings, the Long Game at Leeward will be a golf simulator lounge and Pour Taproom will be a rooftop concept with more than 70 craft beers. The reopening is slated for July 15.
More: www.hyatt.com

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Mas Mexican: Xolo, the Oaxacan pop-up from Asheville-based Luis Martinez that occupied the former Kultura space in November 2025, will return to Charleston on Father’s Day with a takeover at the Archer at 601 Meeting St. The June 21 popup will host a full day of brunch and dinner service.
More: Resy