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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:

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
Holiday Magic on King Street: Thursday, December 7 from 6:00-8:00pm, King Street between John and Mary.
A family-friendly block party featuring live music and holiday vendors, with festive refreshments available for purchase.
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Saturday, December 9, 2023
Holiday Parade of Boats: December 9, 2023, Charleston Harbor sets sail at 6:00pm
Join another Lowcountry tradition at the Holiday Parade of Boats. This display of lighted and festive boats proceeds from the Cooper River, through the Charleston Harbor and into the Ashley River. This is a family-friendly event is sure to become a holiday tradition for everyone. View the procession along Charleston’s waterfront or decorate your own boat and join the parade (advance registration required).
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Sunday, December 3, 2023
Holiday Parade Sunday, December 3
Come join the City of Charleston for this fun, high energy parade which will commence on Broad Street at Rutledge, travel North on Meeting Street, and conclude on Calhoun Street at Meeting Street. Participants include musical ensembles, clubs and organizations. Tree Lighting to Follow in Marion Square.
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Monday, July 24, 2023
SC 7 Walk on the Ravenel Bridge with the Mayor
Hike the Cooper River Ravenel Bridge with Will Haynie, Mayor of the Town of Mt. Pleasant and with John Tecklenburg, Mayor of the City of Charleston.
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Saturday, July 8, 2023
Mind Your Menatl Health and Wellness
Mental Health for “Wellness Day” at McMahon Park. This event will incorporate yoga, nutrition, and health checks. Hope to see you there!
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Sunday, August 11, 2024
First Day Festival
the First Day Festival provides families with information on resources and services available, free school supplies, free fresh food from the Lowcountry Food Bank, and free admission to the SC Aquarium!
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Sunday, September 10, 2023
2nd Sunday on King Street Copy
2nd Sunday on King Street is the premier monthly event held in historic downtown Charleston every month, year 'round.
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Sunday, July 9, 2023
2nd Sunday on King Street
2nd Sunday on King Street is the premier monthly event held in historic downtown Charleston every month, year 'round.
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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