Things to do in Charleston this weekend Aug 17 – 19

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Things to do In Charleston on Friday, August 17th

Pre-Happy Hour @ Edmund’s Oast -Daily Pre-Happy Hour — from 3:00-4:30 p.m. Enjoy 12-ounce house beers for $3 each and a featured wine by the glass for $3 per half pour and $6 per full pour. Stop by any day of the week to enjoy this!
Where: Edmund’s Oast, downtown Charleston
When: Friday, 3 – 4:30 p.m.
Music On The Green – Join us for Music on the Green each Friday from 6:00 to 9:00 pm this summer. The complimentary concert series will feature a variety of local and regional bands.
Where: Fresh Fields Village, Kiawah Island 
When: Friday, 6 p.m.
Charleston City Night Market – The Charleston City Night Market is an exciting showcase of more than 100 talented artists and craftspeople that occurs every Friday and Saturday evening from April – December. The Night Market runs from 6:30 – 10:30 p.m and is a free event that is open to the public.
Where: Charleston City Market
When: Friday, 6:30 – 10:30 p.m.
1st Fashion Show & Music Conference – August 17th is opening night, beginning with a grand fashion show starting at 7pm at the Green Room on Folly Beach. The show will feature various local models and clothing lines, as well as performances from local musicians.
Where: The Green Room, Folly Beach
When: Friday, 6:30 p.m., movie starts at 8:30
Jim Gaffigan Live in N. Charleston – Gaffigan is a three-time Grammy nominated comedian, actor, writer, producer, two-time New York Times best-selling author, Emmy-winning top touring performer, and multi-platinum-selling father of five.
Where: North Charleston Coliseum
When: Friday, 8 p.m.
Rock the Rescue 3 – day Music Festival-For 3 nights, over 40 local bands will perform at 11 different venues around the Tri-county area, all for one cause – Dorchester Paws. Participating venues include: Tin Roof, The Alibi, Pub on 61, Shooters, Burns Alley, The Sparrow, Summer Breeze, Purple Buffalo, Southern Shakers, HonkyTonk Saloon, and the Hanahan Amphitheater.
Where: Multiple venues around Charleston
When: Friday, 8 p.m.

Things to do in Charleston on Saturday, August 18th

Isle of Palms 20th Annual half-rubber Tournament  Check – In/Captain’s Meeting: 7:30AM. Games begin at 8:00AM; Lights will be turned off at 10:00PM (at the very latest). Games may be played on Sunday, August 19 if needed starting at 8:00AM*
Where: IOP Rec Department, Isle of Palms
When: Saturday, starts 8 a.m.
Charleston Farmers Market – every Saturday in beautiful Marion Square and peruse the aisles, where you will enjoy a wide variety of 100+ Local Vendors, including; Farmers & Growers, Sweet & Savory Food Concessions
Where: Marion Square, downtown Charleston
When: Saturday 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Summerville Farmer’s Market – Open Saturdays from 8 am to 1 pm in the First Citizens Bank parking lot behind Town Hall (200 South Main Street). Farmers, meats, seafood, baked goods, and live music (in the Market Café from 10 am to 1 pm).
Where: Summerville, SC
When: Saturday, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Mt. Pleasant Weekly Fish Market – Shop the freshest seafood in the Lowcountry at the Mt. Pleasant Fish market every Saturday at Moultrie Middle School. This is a special market for local fishermen to sell their fresh-off-the-boat catch.
Where: Market Pavillion – Moultrie Middle School, Mt. Pleasant
When: Saturday, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Johns Island Homegrown Farmers Market – The aim of Homegrown is to be a point of sustainable connection for the Lowcountry community. Homegrown also holds a mission of bringing interactive ways to educate your community on the health and environmental benefits of making sustainable choices. Homegrown offers classes, demos, and interactive opportunities for locals to be active in making sustainable choices in their lives.

Where: 3546 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island

When: Saturday, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

National Clear the Shelters Day – NBC and Telemundo stations across the country will team up with hundreds of shelters nationwide on Aug. 18 for the fourth annual Clear the Shelters animal adoption drive. Pet Helpers will be joining Charleston area shelters in the effort in promoting adopting rescues.

Where: Pet Helpers, Charleston
When: Saturday, starts 10 a.m.
Annual Grape Stomp Festival   Join Deep Water Vineyard for wine stomping and the annual Lucille Ball look-a-like contest. The festival includes music, food, vendors, jump castles, face-painting… you know, the whole 9. Get your tickets now, they are limited and it’s worth it to get them early at $10 per car.
Where: Deep Water Vineyard, Wadmalaw Island
When:  Saturday, starts 10:00 a.m.
Dog Days of Summer @ Saltwater Cowboys  Make plans NOW to join us for our Dog Day of Summer! Exciting contests like our dog/owner lookalike contest and talent show, adoptions on site from Charleston Animal Society, live music by and more!
Where: Saltwater Cowboys on Shem Creek, Mt. Pleasant
When:  Saturday, 3 – 7 p.m.

Charleston Night Bazaar – Join local artisans & crafters for food and libations while shopping a rotating collection of art, vintage, candles, jewelry, mixed media, and more. Food and drinks by Edmund’s Oast Brewing Company and the Workshop.

Where: Pacific Box & Crate, Charleston
When:  Saturday, 5:00 p.m.
Glow in the Dark Boat Party – Please remember this event is at NIGHT and LOW TIDE, so if you do not feel comfortable navigating to Morris at dark, or with little water, tag along with a friend, or stay home.
Where: Morris Island, South Carolina
When: Saturday, 6:30 p.m. – 12 a.m.
16th Annual Ballpark Festival of Beers – Come join us for the 16th Annual Ballpark Festival of Beers presented by Kickin’ Chicken! Sample over 100 American and International Ales, Stouts, Lagers, Pilsners and Specialty Brews on Saturday, August 18th at Joe Riley Park!
Where: Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park, downtown Charleston
When: Saturday, 7 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Gov’t Mule Live @ Volvo Car Stadium – Southern rock jam band Gov’t Mule will return to the Volvo Car Stadium on Daniel Island. They are responsible for ten studio albums, plus numerous EPs, and live releases. The group formed back in 1994 as a side project of The Allman Brothers Band by guitar virtuoso Warren Haynes.
Where: Volvo Car Stadium, Daniel Island
When: Saturday, 7 p.m.
Rock the Rescue 3 – day Music Festival-For 3 nights, over 40 local bands will perform at 11 different venues around the Tri-county area, all for one cause – Dorchester Paws. Participating venues include: Tin Roof, The Alibi, Pub on 61, Shooters, Burns Alley, The Sparrow, Summer Breeze, Purple Buffalo, Southern Shakers, HonkyTonk Saloon, and the Hanahan Amphitheater.
Where: Multiple venues around Charleston
When: Saturday, 8 p.m.

Things to do in Charleston on Sunday, August 19th

Folly Doggy Paddle -Coastal Expeditions is turning Folly Outpost into a doggy paddle paradise. If you bring a 25 pound (or larger) bag of dog or cat food, you can kayak or paddleboard for free. If you don’t have grub, no problem. Just pay for a rental and Coastal Expeditions will donate 10 percent of the proceeds to the Charleston Animal Society.
Where: Coastal Expeditions, Mt. Pleasant
When: Sunday, 9 a.m.
Bendy Brewski Yoga – Accessible and fun Yoga inside the brewery for 45 minutes followed by a flight or pint of craft beer! We always some mats to borrow and your teacher Michele is kind, fun and knowledgeable!
Where: Holy City Brewing, N. Charleston
When: Sunday, 10 a.m.
Sunday Brunch @ The Granary – The Granary is now serving brunch again every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Indulge in dishes such as duck and waffles, shrimp and grits or huevos rancheros along with mimosas, bloody marys, Moscow mules and other brunch cocktails.
Where: The Granary, Coleman Blvd – Mt. Pleasant 
When: Sundays, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sunday Brunch Farmers Market – This is an opportunity specifically for small producers and new and beginning businesses who source locally to sell amongst their peers and to develop their market base. There will be live music and tons of local vendors. Please come out and support us!
Where: The Charleston Pour House
When: Sunday, 11 a.m.
Rock the Rescue 3 – day Music Festival-For 3 nights, over 40 local bands will perform at 11 different venues around the Tri-county area, all for one cause – Dorchester Paws. Participating venues include: Tin Roof, The Alibi, Pub on 61, Shooters, Burns Alley, The Sparrow, Summer Breeze, Purple Buffalo, Southern Shakers, HonkyTonk Saloon, and the Hanahan Amphitheater.
Where: Hanahan Amphitheater
When: Sunday, 1 p.m.
Swing Dance @ Prohibition   Participate in a free swing dance lesson from Steven Duane, which is followed by live jazz music by the V-Tones.
Where: Prohibition, downtown Charleston
When:  Sunday, 6:30 p.m.

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