Tour Pass Charleston
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Culture & Entertainment in Charleston/Downtown
Charleston's beauty has long inspired artists and beckoned art lovers to come visit. Home to endless galleries, historic theaters and high energy festivals, Charleston has a vibrant arts scene awaiting you.
Regional Featured Offers
Gibbes Museum of Art
With a premier collection of over 10,000 American works, the Gibbes Museum of Art promotes and protects Charleston's rich cultural heritage through a vibrant artistic lens.
The Sound of Charleston
Hear Charleston's musical history from gospel to Gershwin, jazz, Civil War songs, and light classics. Weekly shows resume Sept. 13th at Circular Church. Tickets on sale now.
Helena Fox Fine Art, LLC
Peruse nationally and internationally acclaimed representational art including Southern Master, West Fraser, wildlife bronze sculptor, Kent Ullberg and goldsmith Sarah Amos.
34 West Theater Company
Original theater in the heart of Charleston! Enjoy comedies and musicals as you laugh with friends. Fun drinks and bites available. “Completely enchanting” - NYtheatre.com
Coastal Expeditions
Charleston’s Best Kayak, Paddleboard and Boat Tours
PURE Theatre
Critically-acclaimed plays produced by one of the Southeast’s leading professional theatre companies. “This is where theatre gets real in Charleston.” The Washington Post
Charleston Jazz Festival
From April 20th-23rd, 2023, jazz will take over the city as local and internationally renowned artists headline a spectacular lineup of performances. Info: CharlestonJazz.com
Charleston Stage Company
South Carolina’s largest professional theatre company in residence at the Historic Dock Street Theatre, “America’s First Theatre”. Explore a full season of plays and musicals.
Charleston Jazz
You haven’t experienced Charleston until you’ve experienced jazz! Charleston Jazz presents world-class jazz performances - visit the website for upcoming events and tickets!
Charleston Harbor Tours
Experience top-rated tours and activities
The Footlight Players
Charleston’s original theatre company in residence at the historic Queen Street Playhouse, offering a variety of live entertainment all year long.
The Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre
Live comedy theatre in a cozy setting – clean comic whodunit shows, volunteer audience participation, a la carte appetizers, drinks, & desserts. At downtown City Market.
Miller Gallery
Affordable, contemporary online and pop-up focuses gallery. Visit the website to schedule a private appointment at the HQ or see the schedule of local events.
34 West Theater Company
“Simply delightful!” -NYTheatre.com
2nd Sunday on King
On the 2nd Sunday of each month from 1-5pm, King Street is closed to all vehicular traffic to celebrate the best shopping, dining & services the region has to offer. Join us!
68th Annual Festival of Houses & Gardens
View American architecture & arts in approx. 150 of Charleston’s grandest, private homes & gardens. Georgian & antebellum periods & into early 20th century.
African American Charleston
Charleston is an important place to learn more about African-American history and culture. Key events have shaped the city's growth and development.
Anglin Smith Fine Art
THE contemporary gallery for realism and color. Featuring works by painter Betty Anglin Smith & her triplets, Jennifer Smith Rogers, Shannon Smith Hughes, Tripp Smith & others
Atrium Art Gallery
A beautiful space featuring contemporary, abstract, realism, Lowcountry landscape and black & white photography from local, national and worldwide artists. A can't miss stop!
Brad and Jennifer Moranz Present
Bringing their Broadway experience to Charleston, Brad and Jennifer Moranz create spectacular musical variety shows for the whole family presented throughout the year.
Charleston Antiques Show
32 exhibitors from US & Europe present for sale antique to mid-century furniture, traditional & contemporary art & ceramics, jewelry, art, antiques & much more.
Charleston Artist Guild
With 600+ members, the Charleston Artist Guild is the region’s leading arts organization providing professional development, exhibiting opportunities and community outreach.
Charleston Carifest
Caribbean American Heritage Month June 29 - July 1, 2023. Activities include a Symposium, All White Fete, Carifest Street Parade, Cultural Expo and Carnival Celebration.
Charleston Crafts Cooperative Gallery
Fine craft gallery carrying only items made by 30+ South Carolina artisans, including pottery, fused glass, photography, jewelry, wood, fiber & basketry. Established in 1989.
Charleston Gallery Association
Charleston Gallery Association with over 40 art galleries in the greater Charleston area. Visit our website for a printable map and a link to all galleries and art offerings.
Charleston Literary Festival
For 10 days every November, this boutique literary festival offers stellar programming featuring internationally-acclaimed, award-winning authors in intimate conversation.
Charleston Opera Theater
Charleston Opera Theater brings live professional concerts and opera performances to the Lowcountry with quality, creativity and with a heart honoring the soul of the artform.
Charleston Symphony Orchestra
Charleston's professional, world-class symphony, performing from September-May. With Masterworks, Chamber Music, and Pops Series, there is something for every musical taste!
Charleston Wine + Food
OUR MISSION: TO CELEBRATE, EDUCATE, ENRICH, AND PROMOTE THE LOWCOUNTRY’S DIVERSE CULINARY + HOSPITALITY COMMUNITY THROUGH WORLD-CLASS EXPERIENCES. MARCH 1-5, 2023.
City Gallery at Waterfront Park
A venue for work that is new and innovative with a focus on broadening the art outlook including up and coming local, regional, national & international contemporary artists.
Corrigan Gallery, LLC
Corrigan Gallery - local, contemporary museum quality fine art in beautiful historic district. All budgets for discerning collectors. Charleston Renaissance works available.
Dare Gallery
A Broad Street Destination for Fine Art & Fine Craft. Find coastal life, crashing waves & lush marshes here & for 20 yrs at sister shop Sandpiper Gallery on Sullivan’s Island.
Forte Jazz Lounge
This New York-style jazz venue boasts a big city sound paired with southern hospitality. Enjoy cozy candlelit tables, eclectic bar menu, stellar talent and the grand mural!
Gaillard Center
The Charleston Gaillard Center is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to developing and operating a state-of-the-art performing arts center in downtown Charleston.
Gaye Sanders Fisher Gallery
Gaye Sanders Fisher Watercolor Gallery sits on Church Street in a 1741 Charleston home. Gayes' work reflects her love of our Lowcountry's tranquility, color and its people.
Grand Bohemian Gallery
The Grand Bohemian Gallery, located within the luxury hotels of The Kessler Collection, is one of the most eclectic and visually stimulating art galleries in the nation.
Gullah Tours
Explore the sites relevant to the culture & traditions of the African-Americans history in Charleston. Given by a Gullah speaking Charlestonian whose ancestors were slaves.
Hagan Fine Art
Offering luxury By Appointment shopping for a private fine art buying experience. Representing over 25 national and international artists in a beautiful historic gallery.
Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art
On the campus of the College of Charleston, the Halsey Institute presents innovative and adventurous art from all over the world in an accessible and engaging setting.
Jonathan Green Studios, LLC
The studio represents or features other artists whose work reflects the themes of work, love, belonging, and one's relationship to the environment. By appointment only.
Lowcountry Artists Gallery
Unique collections from artist-owners who have passionately pursued creating & curating since 1982. Come experience the lowcountry & take a piece of its heART with you.
Meyer Vogl Gallery
Contemporary fine art gallery in Charleston’s French Quarter. Featuring paintings by Laurie Meyer & Marissa Vogl, we also exhibit works by nationally recognized guest artists.
Mitchell Hill
A contemporary gallery & interior design firm, featuring original artworks by 30+ artists as well as high-end furniture & accessories. Located on upper King Street.
Piccolo Spoleto Festival
700 events in 17 days transforming Charleston into an exhilarating celebration of performing, literary and visual arts. Exhibits, music, dance, theatre, crafts, film and more.
Preservation Society of Charleston Fall Tours of Homes, History & Architecture
Enjoy the rare opportunity to visit private houses and historic neighborhoods throughout the city. Learn about and experience Charleston's architecture, history, and gardens.
Revealed Art Gallery
Contemporary art gallery located in the French Quarter, with a vibrant compilation of 30+ artists that vary in style and medium, offering a wide range for all to discover.
Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
Feb 17-19, 2023. The largest wildlife art & sporting life event of its kind. A 3-day celebration showcasing 500 artists & exhibitors, wildlife experts, guides and more.
Spoleto Festival USA
Spoleto Festival USA fills Charleston's theaters, churches and outdoor spaces with opera, theater, dance, and chamber, symphonic, choral, and jazz music.
The City Hall Gallery
Located in the Council Chamber of Charleston City Hall (1801), the gallery contains portraits of many important leaders, including one of George Washington by John Trumbull.
The Fall Tours of Homes, History & Architecture
Enjoy the rare opportunity to visit private houses and historic neighborhoods throughout the city. Learn about and experience Charleston's architecture, history, and gardens.
The Have Nots!
Charleston’s home for improv comedy! No scripts! SC’s only professional improv theatre is guaranteed to make you laugh. High energy show is based on audience suggestion.
The Riviera Theater at The Charleston Place
The Riviera is an intimate 600- seat music, arts, and comedy performance venue located in the heart of downtown Charleston at the corner of King and Market Streets.
The Sophia Institute
Soul-nourishing programs & retreats with some of the greatest spiritual teachers & thought leaders of our time. Deepen inner wisdom, foster personal growth & transformation.
Theatre 99
No scripts! All improv! Charleston's home for improv comedy is guaranteed to make you laugh. Each high energy show is based on audience suggestion. In-house bar. W, F, Sa.
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