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:

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Friday, November 14, 2025
Holiday Festival of Lights
Join the Lowcountry holiday tradition!
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Sunday, November 9, 2025
Cooper River Bridge Run- Kids Run and Family Festival
Free bridge run for kids and family activities!
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Saturday, November 1, 2025
Harvest Festival
Join us at Johns Island County Park for a day of foot-stompin’ fun with live bluegrass music from local bands, pumpkin decorating, kids' crafts, hayrides, and more!
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Saturday, November 8, 2025
Birdwalks on the Ashley
Join experts in a walk with nature!
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Friday, October 17, 2025
Birdwalks on the Ashley
Join experts in a walk with nature!
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Saturday, October 25, 2025
Sweat on the Ship Workout Series
This October, the flight deck transforms for a one-of-a-kind Halloween sweat session as the sun sets over Charleston Harbor. Expect high-energy movement, community vibes, and a spooky twist to your favorite workout on the ship.
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Monday, October 13, 2025
Sweat on the Ship Workout Series
Start the day with purpose, movement, and community as we honor the U.S. Navy’s birthday with a powerful sunrise workout on the historic flight deck of the USS Yorktown
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Saturday, October 11, 2025
Kids Are Cool Family Festival
For Kids. By Kids. In Nature.
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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