ALL WEEK

Charleston Literary Festival

The 10th annual Charleston Literary Festival kicks off Friday and runs through Nov. 15, giving locals and visitors plenty of time to participate in this world-class event celebrating all things literature. Meet nationally-known authors and connect with fellow readers from around the country in the heart of Charleston’s historic district. Join organizers in fostering the next generation of readers and writers.

Nov. 6 through Nov. 15. Event times vary. Ticket prices vary. Dock Street Theatre. 135 Church St. Downtown. charlestonliteraryfestival.com

SATURDAYS

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

THURSDAY

Edisto Turtle Talk

Can you hold your breath for five hours? How tall do you measure up to a leatherback sea turtle? Discover the incredible world of South Carolina’s turtles — from terrapins to land turtles to sea turtles — at the Edisto Environmental Learning Center in Edisto Beach State Park. Some live turtles (no live sea turtles) will be on hand. Pre-register online to reserve your space. This event is free with park admission.

Nov. 12. 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Admission prices vary. Edisto Environmental Learning Center. Oyster Row Lane. Edisto Island. southcarolinaparks.com

NEXT WEEKEND

Holiday book and gift sale

Give the gift of literacy this holiday season by shopping the Friends of the Library’s holiday book sale. Books make great gifts for people of all ages, and proceeds support programs offered across the 18 branches of the Charleston County Library. Find genres spanning history, mystery, gardening, sci-fi and more, ensuring everybody can find something that they will love.

Nov. 12 through Nov. 14. Prices vary. Wando Mount Pleasant Library. 1400 Carolina Park Blvd. Mount Pleasant. charlestonlibraryfriends.org

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SUNDAY

BarBrewGrass Festival

One of Charleston’s most beloved annual events is back for its 10th year, and this one goes well beyond a great afternoon of bluegrass music. BarBrewGrass raises money to support kids with cancer and blood disorders, making every ticket purchased, every oyster eaten and every bid placed in the online auction a contribution to something bigger.

Nov. 8. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $30/admission. Firefly Distillery. 4201 Spruill Ave. North Charleston. barbrewgrass.com

Arts + Music

Join the Singer’s Table with Charleston Opera Theater

For three nights only from Nov. 13 to Nov. 15, Charleston Opera Theater sets tables on the stage of the College of Charleston Sottile Theatre for The Singer’s Table: An Operatic Cabaret. It will feature performances by acclaimed operatic stars including bass Andrew Potter, soprano Shannon Jennings and baritone Kenneth Stavert and others. More: charlestonoperatheater.org

CONSERVATION CULTURE

Nov. 8, general admission, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.: Join the Shellabration, the Toadfish Conservation Coalition’s annual event at Bowens Island Restaurant with live music by Red Right Return, oysters and local chefs from celebrated restaurants to support oyster restoration in South Carolina. 1870 Bowens Island Road. VIP admission starts at 1:30 p.m. More: toadfish.com/products/shellabration-2026

ROMANTIC MASTERWORKS

Nov. 8, 3 p.m.: The College of Charleston’s Sunday Soiree Series presents Romantic Masterworks and Wartime Reflections, an evening pairing Romantic masterworks with a contemporary composition on the resilience of the human spirit, featuring Natalia Khoma on cello and Volodymyr Vynnystsky on piano. Simons Center Recital Hall, 54 St. Philip St. More: cofc.evenue.net/events/SSS

MUSIC

Nov. 7, 7 p.m.: Wynonna Judd, North Charleston PAC

Nov. 7, 9 p.m.: Tyrie, Royal American

Nov. 8, 7 p.m.: Judah and the Lion, The Refinery

Nov. 8, 7 p.m.: Tab Benoit, Charleston Music Hall

Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m.: Sunsquabi, Pour House

Nov. 9, 7 p.m.: 40th Anniversary of Jim Henson’s Labyrinth, Charleston Music Hall

Nov. 10, 7 p.m.: UB40, Charleston Music Hall

Nov. 10, 8 p.m.: Catholics x SSighborgg, Pour House

Nov. 11, 6 p.m.: Hot Mulligan, Charleston Music Hall

Nov. 11, 5:30 p.m.: Barn Jam, Awendaw Green

Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m: Benny The Butcher, Music Farm

Nov. 12, 7 p.m.: Spyro Gyra, Charleston Music Hall

Nov. 12, 5 p.m.: Broken Compass Bluegrass, Pour House

Nov. 13, 7 p.m.: Paula Cole, Charleston Music Hall

Nov. 13, 9 p.m.: Kenny George Band, Royal American

Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m.: The Defilers, Tin Roof

Nov. 13-14, 8 p.m.: Tauk, Pour House

Nov. 14, 5 p.m.: The Fretliners, Pour House

Nov. 14, 7 p.m.: Hudson Westbrook, Firefly Distillery

Nov. 14, 7:30 p.m.: Travis Tritt, N. Charleston PAC

Nov. 14, 9 p.m.: John Morgan, The Windjammer

A la carte

What’s new

French all day. Quarter French, a French-inspired all-day café and bistro, has opened at 40 Broad St. Mornings offer coffee, pâtisseries and a French twist on classic French dishes. At lunch, the menu expands to salads, sandwiches and bistro plates such as a sous-vide bistro burger. Dinner includes a crispy curry duck and Ibérico pork chop au poivre. The restaurant also has a fully conditioned, greenhouse-style courtyard. Quarter French will initially be open Thursday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., expanding to daily service in the new year. More: quarterfrenchchs.com

Pies and sweets. Blackwells Outpost, an open-air gathering space, is new in Hanahan. The space is anchored by a food truck that’s home to Mimi’s, a craft soft-serve window from Jenn Rinella and Michael Sivel, and Untitled Pizza Co. from Chef Jalen Reeves. The Outpost offers an early taste of Blackwells Corner, Hanahan’s future town center opening in fall 2027. The Outpost will be open Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., with expanded hours in the near future. More: blackwellscornersc.com

Mas Mexican. Alteño will open on Nov. 12 at 89 Cannon St., expanding from its original location in Denver. The restaurant comes from Michelin-recognized Chef and Owner Johnny Curiel and celebrates his Jaliscan roots. Alteño will be open daily from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. with happy hour Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. More: altenorestaurant.com

What’s happening

Lowcountry Barbecue Festival. Holy Smokes returns to Riverfront Park in North Charleston for its sixth year on Nov. 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets grant all-you-can-eat access to four barbecue villages (Traditional, Texas, New School and Coastal) and more than 40 pitmasters from across the country. Tickets: GA $95, VIP $250, kids $25 (under 6 are free). More: holysmokeschs.com

Wild Wednesdays. Fleet Landing is hosting “Wild Wednesdays” every Wednesday during November from 4 p.m. to 5p.m. at its raw bar. The special features local, hand-harvested wild oysters from Bird Island Oyster Co., and guests who order a half-dozen will receive a bonus “Wild Card” dressed wild oyster. Drink specials include domestic beer for $4, select glasses of wine for $6 and select specialty cocktails for $8. More: fleetlanding.net