Charleston is buzzing with music, arts, outdoor festivals, and food events this weekend (September 27-28, 2025). Visitors and locals can enjoy dynamic concerts, cultural festivals, food markets, and unique community happenings all around the city.
Major Concerts & Performances
The Lumineers at Credit One Stadium (Friday, Sept. 26)
The Fab Four: USA Meets the Beatles tribute at Charleston Music Hall (Saturday, Sept. 27)
Jason Aldean concert at Credit One Stadium (Saturday, Sept. 27)
Ballet: South Carolina Ballet Presents Motown Ballet at Charleston Music Hall (Friday, Sept. 26)
JJ Grey & Mofro at The Refinery (Saturday, Sept. 27, evening)
Festivals & Cultural Events
MOJA Arts Festival (Sept. 25 – Oct. 5): Celebrating African-American and Caribbean arts, food, and culture, with music, dance, crafts, and spoken word around the city.
Oktoberfest at Striped Pig Distillery (Saturday, Sept. 27, from noon).
Dogtoberfest at Bay Street Biergarten (Saturday, Sept. 27, 11 AM – 5 PM): Dog-friendly food, drinks, contests, and fun.
Markets & Family Activities
Charleston Farmers Market (Marion Square, Saturday mornings): Local produce, prepared foods, crafts, and live performances.
Johns Island Fall Maker’s Market (Sunday, Sept. 28, 1–5 PM): Local makers and artisans.
Special Community Events
Reggae Block Dance at Brittlebank Park (Saturday, Sept. 27, 6 PM, FREE).
MOJA Eastside Neighborhood Celebration (Mall Playground, Saturday, Sept. 27, 11 AM – 5 PM).
Canines, Cannons & Conservation at a local historic park (Saturday, Sept. 27).
Comedy & Entertainment
John Crist: Jokes for Humans comedy show (Friday, Sept. 26, North Charleston Coliseum)
Special South Carolina 250 Event: Emily Geiger’s Wild Ride & Rebecca’s Revolution (Sunday, Sept. 28, 2–3 PM).
This weekend’s calendar is jam-packed with something for everyone—live music, local flavor, family fun, and cultural celebrations—all across Charleston and its nearby venues.
SOURCES
[1](https://charlestondaily.net/charleston-south-carolina-weekend-event-guide-september-19-21-2025-22-amazing-events/)
[2](https://gosouthcharleston.com/things-to-do/events/concerts-in-charleston-sc.html)
[3](https://www.therefinerychs.com/calendar)
[4](https://gosouthcharleston.com/things-to-do/charleston-in-september.html)
[5](https://www.eventbrite.com/d/sc–charleston/events–this-weekend/)
