Upcoming Events

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Check out our calendar of upcoming events in the Charleston area. If you would like to submit an event to be considered please click the following: Submit An Event


Saturday, October 25, 2025
MUSC Wellness Center's Breast Cancer Survivors' Expo
Join us at the MUSC Wellness Center's Breast Cancer Survivors' Expo for a day of celebration, education, resources, and support!
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November
14
2025
Holiday Festival of Lights
Join the Lowcountry holiday tradition!
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James Island County Park 871 Riverland Drive Charleston, SC
November
21
2025
G&G Winter Market
Join G&G editors and friends for the ultimate Charleston weekend, benefitting CURE Childhood Cancer.
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G&G at 21 Magazine Street Charleston, South Carolina
November
21
2025
Aquarium Aglow at the South Carolina Aquarium
Enter an enchanting world of holiday lights at Aquarium Aglow, opened November 21-December 30!
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South Carolina Aquarium 100 Aquarium Wharf Charleston, SC
November
22
2025
G&G Winter Market
Join G&G editors and friends for the ultimate Charleston weekend, benefitting CURE Childhood Cancer.
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G&G at 21 Magazine Street Charleston, South Carolina
November
23
2025
G&G Winter Market
Join G&G editors and friends for the ultimate Charleston weekend, benefitting CURE Childhood Cancer.
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G&G at 21 Magazine Street Charleston, South Carolina
November
30
2025
Light the Lake
Kick off the season with live music, food, and the magical lighting of Colonial Lake.
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Colonial Lake Broad Street Charleston, SC
December
2
2025
Charleston Strolls Holiday Walking Tour
Enjoy the holiday spirit and seasonal decorations on the two-hour Charleston Strolls Holiday Walking Tour of the historic district.
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Meeting Location Mills House Hotel 115 Meeting Street Charleston, SC
December
5
2025
Christmas Candlelight Service
Join us for our beloved annual Candlelight Service, a Charleston Christmas Tradition.
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The Citadel 171 Moultrie Street Charleston, SC

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John J. Tecklenburg, Mayor of Charleston, SC

A Message From our Mayor

Welcome to Lighten Up Charleston!

The health of each of our residents is essential to the quality of life of our city and region. As Augusten Burroughs once said, “When you have your health, you have everything. When you do not have your health, nothing else matters at all.”

I want to congratulate you on taking the first step toward a healthier lifestyle. Whether you’re on this website because you want to lose weight, find a group to exercise with or learn healthy recipes, you will find many community resources to help you reach your goal. Together, we can Lighten Up!

William Cogswell, Mayor