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Lowcountry Strawberry Festival

Sweeten your spring at the Lowcountry Strawberry Festival this weekend with family-friendly fun, including live performances, magic shows, food and strawberry delights. Gate admission includes access to the event grounds, complimentary shows, a petting zoo, local vendors and fun around the farm. Amusement ride admission sold separately.
May 1 through May 3. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. $15/festival admission; $30/ride wristband. Boone Hall Farms. 2434 N. Highway 17. Mount Pleasant. boonehallplantation.com

Food Truck Friday

The town of Kiawah Island is hosting its weekly Food Truck Friday series through June 26, bringing flavorful foods and diverse selections. Each Friday features one rotating savory food truck, offering everything from pizza to global flavors. On select Fridays, guests can also find an additional dessert or beverage truck, adding a sweet or refreshing complement to the lineup.
Fridays. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Menu prices vary. Kiawah Island Town Hall. 4475 Betsy Kerrison Parkway. Kiawah Island. kiawahisland.gov

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

Paint and Sip: Darth Vader

May the 4th be with you at this special Star Wars-themed paint and sip at OhMy!
Creative Party Shop and Craft Studio. Guests will create a bold and dramatic portrait of Darth Vader, capturing his powerful presence with striking contrasts and glowing highlights. This class is perfect for all skill levels, breaking down each step with guided instruction. All materials will be provided.
May 4. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. $40/ticket. OhMy! Creative Party Shop and Craft Studio.
420 Nexton Square Drive. Summerville. ohmycreativeparty.com

Soapmaking workshop

Join the team at Middleton Place for a hands-on workshop in traditional cold process soapmaking. Enjoy wine and light bites as expert instructor Casey Price guides you through crafting nourishing soaps from fresh goat’s milk, natural oils and botanicals. Take home six handcrafted soaps, a reusable silicone mold and your personal recipe to continue the craft at home.
May 7. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. $70/ticket. Middleton Place. 4300 Ashley River Road. West Ashley. middletonplace.org

Art + Music

Live Under the Oaks returns to Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant Towne Centre rolls out the return of Live Under the Oaks, the town’s free outdoor concert series on Thursdays. Emceed by JohnnyO’ of 95SX, it features great bands, a rotating weekly food truck, and beer and wine for purchase. First up at 6 p.m. May 7 is Skyler Waddell and the Stone River Project with City Sliders Food Truck.
More: mtpleasanttownecentre.com

LOCAL ART

All May: Charleston City Paper’s own Andy Brack shows just how colorful he can be in Palettes, a new May exhibition of vibrant abstract paintings at City Lights Eastside on
12 Line Street. Toast the show from 6 p.m. to 8p.m. May 1 at an opening reception certain to be colorful, too. More: citylightseastside0542.s4shops.com
May 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Navy Yard Charleston and Celadon present Boulevard Bazaar, a style-savvy street fair spanning venues and featuring more than 40 local makers, Second State Coffee, food trucks, live music and a Celadon sale. Take place at Celadon, 2221 Noisette Blvd. and Storehouse Nine, 2154 Noisette Blvd. More: celadonathome.com

MUSIC

May 1-2, 7 p.m.: Brandon Lake, Credit One Stadium
May 2, 8 p.m.: Arts Fishing Club, Pour House
May 2, 9 p.m.: Wilmot, Royal American
May 2, 7:30 p.m.: Worthington’s Law/Exaggerators/Haunters, Tin Roof
May 3, 6:30 p.m.: Jacoozy, Pour House
May 3, 7:30 p.m.: Wildsound/ The Polar Inbetween, Tin Roof
May 5, 7 p.m.: Ty Segall with Upchuck, Music Farm
May 6, 7:30 p.m.: Built To Spill with The Hypos, Music Farm
May 7, 7:30 p.m.: Freddie Dredd with Germ and Cursed, Music Farm
May 8, 7 p.m.: Benefit Show for Rob Fabian with Erode The Dream, others, Tin Roof

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WHAT’S NEW

Lunch deal: Bareo, a dumplings and kakigori concept, now offers a prix-fixe lunch special where guests choose one snack, onigiri, dumpling, bowl and kakigori for $32. The downtown restaurant has also opened its patio, offering additional seating for walk-ins.
More: bareocharleston.com

Palace to pub: Dive In Food and Spirits will open soon at 525 Meeting St., the former location of the Palace Hotel. It will offer high-end pub food at lunch and dinner as well as a full bar.
More: @diveinchs

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Trail of the cocktail: The Loutrel’s annual cocktail trail kicks off on May 1 for the next six months. The “Garden to Glass Trail” guides people to some of the city’s best cocktail destinations, and passports are available at the Loutrel. Participants need to collect six stamps from participating locations by Oct. 25. Those that complete the challenge will receive 50% off cocktails at Veranda Lounge for the remainder of the year and will also be entered into a giveaway to win a staycation at the hotel plus a $150 dining credit.
More: theloutrel.com

Celebratory sushi: CO Charleston, located at 340 King Street, is celebrating 14 years in Charleston with a one-day-only anniversary special on May 4. Guests can enjoy a selection of CO’s signature sushi rolls at the throwback price of $1.40. The first 140 people to arrive will be entered to win free sushi for a year. Each guest is limited to one $1.40 sushi roll per person.
More: eatatco.com

Potluck party: The 18th annual Chef’s Potluck takes place from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. May 17 at the Porter Room at Holy City Brewing. More than 20 talented local chefs team up with farmers, fishermen and ranchers to showcase Lowcountry ingredients. Tickets are all-inclusive and include tastings from Lowcountry restaurants as well as local beer, wine, cocktails and NA beverage options and entertainment will be provided by DJ Natty Heavy. Kids and adults can also visit a goat petting zoo. Early access tickets are $185, general admission tickets are $145 and kids are free.
More: lowcountrylocalfirst.org