Coastal Companion

Your ultimate guide to the coast

Labor Day Weekend in South Carolina

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Traditionally Labor Day is the holiday to say “goodbye” to Summer and “hello” to Fall.  For us here in the south, the warm weather will linger well after Labor Day weekend, but that doesn’t mean we’re going to turn down an opportunity for a party.  Especially if the party involves lots of fun for the whole family.  This weekend there are lots of festivals to choose from in the low country involving the beach, live music and also good food.

 

First Friday on Broad

Come join in and have a “Hot time on Broad”. On the first Friday of every month the merchant association on Broad Street hosts an art event.

Barbados comes to Charleston

“Barbados Comes Back to Charleston” is a five day celebration taking place in various locations in Charleston, SC, from September 1-5, 2011. The event highlights the shared history and heritage of Barbados and Charleston.

There are lots of events scheduled from an open air market, live entertainment and a gala and a lecture.  For more information about events, times and to purchase tickets, visit www.barbadoscharleston.com.

 

Low Country Jazz

Jazz has always held a special place in our hearts here on the coast. The Low Country Jazz Festival on September 3, 2011, is quickly becoming a highly anticipated event in the Carolinas attracting festival attendees from North, South Carolina and abroad. More details on our special events page for the Low Country Jazz Festival.

 

BBQ and Bluegrass Festival

South Carolina is known for its delicious barbeque recipes. During Labor Day weekend you can enjoy mouth-watering South Carolina BBQ at Boonehall Plantation on Sunday September 3, 2011, while enjoying live music. This event has become a Lowcountry tradition, and no wonder.
BBQ and Bluegrass were meant for each other!
 

Lowcountry Wine and Beer Festival

On Sunday, September 4, you can sample more than 20 wines from around the globe, craft beers and a Lowcountry buffet from Hege’s Restaurant on the Village Green at Freshfield Village. The event takes place from 4 until 7 p.m.
An African safari, oceanfront condo vacation at Seabrook Island and other items will be up for bid at a silent auction while the Cobblestone Quartet performs live jazz music. All proceeds will support Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic, which provides free medical care to those in need on Johns, James and Wadmalaw islands.
 
Freshfields Village, 149 Village Green Lane John’s Island, SC 29455.
Call 843.768.6491   or visit www.Freshfieldsvillage.com for more information.

Beach, Boogie and BBQ – Myrtle Beach, SC

Myrtle Beach always celebrates the end of the summer season with a big party combining three of our favorite pastimes – Beach fun, music and good food!
 
 
 
 

Things to Do in South Carolina – August 2011

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It’s been really hot and humid lately, but don’t worry, we have found many cool events in South Carolina for the month of August. The Arts and Craft festival in Myrtle Beach is inside the convention center – which right now doesn’t seem like such a bad. There is also a lot of music events in August. Cool off on the pier in Mount Pleasant while dancing the night away or head to Folly Beach fishing pier for the Moonlight Mixer or Fishing Tournament.

Here are a few ideas for what you can do with the family in South Carolina. 

Escape the heat

 

Craftmen’s Summer Classic Arts & Crafts Festival – Myrtle Beach

This arts and crafts festival at Myrtle Beach convention Center on Aug 5 – 7, 2011,   features original work from over 250 talented artists and crafts people. All juried exhibitors’ work has been handmade by the exhibitors and must be their own original design and creation. Visitors get the opportunity to study the creative process in action.  Many  exhibitors are demonstrating their craft in their booths. A Southeastern Tourism Society “Top 20 Event” and a Sunshine Artist Magazine “100 Best Classic & Contemporary Arts & Crafts Festival” winner. 

Admission: $7/Adult, $1/Child (6-12), Under 6 Free. Click here to get $1 off coupon to use at the door.

Hours: Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5. Call 336-282-5550 for more information.

 

Mt Pleasant, SC
Dance the night away in Mount Plesant, SC

 

Shaggin’ on the Cooper – Mount Pleasant Pier

Dance the night away under the stars at the foot of the scenic Mount Pleasant when Pier 17 South plays beach music on Saturday, August 6 from 7:00 pm. Enjoy a cool ocean breeze and take in the view of Charleston Harbor and the Ravenel Bridge. Beverages will be available for purchase on-site. Only 800 tickets will be sold for this event, advance purchase is recommended.
Saturday, August 6, 2011
7 – 11 p.m. Live music starts at 8.Age: 3 & up. Tickets: $10/$8 CCR Discount/$10 on-site if still available. Visit our special events page for more info.

Reggae Nights at Wannamaker County Park – Charleston, SC

On Saturday, August 6, 2011 from 7:30 – 11 p.m.  the popular band Selah Dubb performs at Wannamaker County Park. Head out to the park with the whole gang to enjoy traditional roots reggae with a new school attitude under the stars. Visit our Reggae Nights page

Wine Stroll

 

Wine Stroll at Middleton Place – Charleston, SC

Every Wednesday in August,  Middleton Place will host wine tastings in a different gardens from 5:30 – 7:00 pm.

Middleton Place is known for having America’s oldest landscaped gardens. Now you can sample a variety of wines while taking an evening stroll in the gardens. Tickets are $15 per adult.

Tickets can be purchased by clicking here.

 

Moonlight Mixer – Folly Beach, SC

Spend time with your special someone and dance the night away at the Folly Beach Fishing Pier. DJ Jim Bowers of 1340 The Boardwalk will play all of the hottest oldies and beach music classics. Friday, August 12, 2011 from 7 – 11 p.m. More information about the Moonlight Mixer here.

Folly Beach Pier

 

Folly Pier Fishing Tournament

Great fishing is always available at the Folly Beach Fishing Pier, the second largest pier on the East Coast. On Saturday, August 20th, it’s time for a special tournament. Online registration is available, but ends Aug 18. Onsite registration is available August 20 beginning at 6:00 a.m. Prizes are awarded for the largest catch in the King Mackerel category and the three largest catches in the Big Fish category.

Saturday, August 20, 2011 from 6 a.m. – 4 p.m.

For details, call the Folly Beach Fishing Pier at (843) 588-3474. Ages 3 & up. Tournament held rain or shine. Fee: $12/$9 CCR Discount and $7 ages 3-12 CCR & NCR; $14/$12 CCR Discount (King Mackerel). More info at www.ccprc.com

Reggae Nights Concert – James Island County Park

The park comes alive when Jah Works brings the sounds of the islands! Bring a chair or blanket and rock the night away. Saturday, August 20, 2011 from 7:30 – 11 p.m.
Click here for more information about Reggae Nights.

Yappy Hour – James Island County Park

This is a fun event for both dogs and dog owners. Bring best four-legged friend to the park after work! Enjoy live music, beverages and meeting other local dog owners.  Thursday, August 25, 2011from 5 – 8 p.m.Free with regular park gate admission. More information at www.ccprc.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

Things to do in South Carolina in July

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There are lot of events and fun happenings in coastal South Carolina during the month of July 2011. One of our favorite cities to visit is Charleston, SC, and there is never a shortage of things to see in Charleston. Here are a few of the events.

 

CHARLESTON

Shaggin’ on the Cooper

July 9, 2011
Shem Creek Boogie Band is performing at the  Mount Pleasant Pier during the Shaggin’ on the Cooper

Reggae Nights

July 9, 2011
Mystic Vibrations is playing in Wannamaker Park. Click here to read more about Reggae Nights.

Palette and Palate Stroll

July 15, 2011
Fine art and food connoisseurs will gather in Charleston to stroll through the historic downtown area, tasting food from twelve of the finest local restaurants inside twelve prestigious galleries.  More details available on our page for Palette and Palate Stroll in Charleston, SC.

Moonlight Mixer

July 15, 2011
Come to Folly Beach Pier where Jim Bowers of 1340 The Boardwalk will be spinning the hottest oldies and beach music. Read more about Moonlight Mixers here.

Reggae Nights

July 16, 2011
Da Gullah Rootz – James Island Country Park. Read more about Reggae Nights in Charleston.

HILTON HEAD ISLAND

HarbourFest Hilton Head Island

One of the best way to spend a summer evening is at HarbourFest. This event has become a signature event during the warmer season at Shelter Cove Harbour. HarbourFest offers live entertainment every night of the week, and there’s even fireworks. All events at HarbourFest are free and open to the public. HarourFest takes place from April through September. Click here to read more.

MYRTLE BEACH

Hot Summer Nights Myrtle Beach

Spend an evening or two on the Boardwalk in downtown Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. There is live music, entertainment and much more — even fireworks. Read more about Hot Summer Nights here.

BEAUFORT

Beaufort Waterfestival

July 15 – 24, 2011

The festival has a little bit of everything from Water Craft Sports, and fishing events, to air show, arts & crafts, pageant, Blessing of the fleet, lots of sports events, live music and more. Just take a look at the massive schedule of events – click here for more about Beaufort Water Festival.

 

In August

Hootie and the Blowfish Concert

 

Take a Chance 5K Trail Run – Charleston, SC

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In Charleston runners have an opportunity to get away from the hot asphalt and on to the trail for some fun racing this summer.

 

Take a Chance

On the evening of Wednesday, July 13,Wannamaker County Park hosts The Chance Run. The 5K race starts at 6:00 p.m. in the evening and features a split in the course that forces runners to choose one of two routes.  Runners who choose the wrong path will find themselves on a slightly longer course than those who selected the other route. Take the chance!

 

Registration for the Race

Online registration for both of the Summer Fun Trail 5K Series races is open now through the day before each event. Late registration and packet pickup will be available on race day from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Fees to participate in each race are $20 or $16 for residents of Charleston County. The Summer Fun Trail Series is for participants ages 10 and older; runners ages 10-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Chaperones are not required to register or participate in the run.

To register online for the Summer Fun Trail 5K Series, visit www.ccprc.com or call 843-795-4386 for more information.

Take a Chance 5K race

Hootie & The Blowfish in Charleston, SC

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Hootie & The Blowfish – In Concert at the Family Circle Cup

 

 

The Family Circle Cup
Daniel Island, SC

Come out to the Lowcountry’s biggest party on August 12 – 13, 2011,  when Charleston’s favorite band returns for the eighth consecutive Homegrown Concert.  Hootie and the Blowfish Homegrown Weekend will be a 2-day event this year. A seperate ticket will be necessary for Friday night and Saturday night, but your best bet is the 2-Day Passes are available for a discounted rate.

This concert at Family Circle Stadium is always sold out, so don’t hesitate or wait – you need to buy your tickets today!

Click here to reserve your tickets today!

Hootie & the Blowfish,  Mark Bryan, Dean Felber, Darius Rucker, and Jim “Soni” Sonefeld, have sold more than 25 million albums since they started back in 1994.  The band established the Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation to support children of South Carolina through supporting school music programs.