Lowcountry locals have several community events lined up in early February across Beaufort, Jasper, and Hampton counties, including memorials, vigils, and kid-friendly activities.
Submit Events
Share public events via email: Bluffton/Beaufort/Jasper to [email protected], Hampton/greater Lowcountry to [email protected], or Hampton announcements to [email protected]. Check the Lowcountry Calendar of Events for full listings, plus food pantries in the area.​
Key Events
- Four Chaplains Ceremony: February 3 at 10 a.m., Veterans Memorial at Buckwalter Place (American Legion Bluffton Post 205). Honors WWII chaplains who sacrificed life vests on the torpedoed USS Dorchester; open to public.​
- Candlelight Vigil: February 7, 4:30-6 p.m., Harold Turpin Park, Ridgeland (Families Against Gun Violence & Legacy Foundation). Focuses on love, peace, unity; welcomes ministers.​
- Story Time: February 10 at 10:30 a.m., Pratt Memorial Library, 112 Weathersby St., Ridgeland. For ages 2-6 with stories and crafts; guardians required.​
Additional Notes
Hardeeville Recreation Department offers upcoming classes—check their site for details. Broader February highlights include Taste of Bluffton (Feb 6), Bands, Brews & BBQ (Feb 13-14, Port Royal), and Beaufort International Film Festival (Feb 17-22).
