From sunset concerts & garden strolls to market days & family-friendly festivals - May in Charleston is overflowing with exciting events. Whether you’re planning a Mother’s Day brunch, a music-filled night or a full weekend of fun, this month is packed with reasons to #ExploreCharleston.
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As if we needed another reason to love a Charleston sunset... 🌅 Golden light on the water, palm trees in the breeze & an iconic bridge view tying it all together - it's hard to beat life in the Lowcountry 🌴 Visit the link in our profile to check out what's going on this week in Charleston. #ExploreCharleston #ExperienceMP
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Charleston takes center stage ✨ From May 22 - June 7, @spoletofestivalusa returns with 17 days of world-class performing arts across the Holy City! Add the following standout performances to your list, then visit the link in our bio to learn more & purchase your tickets. #ExploreCharleston
Can't-Miss 🎶:
Colin Meloy
Alvin Sputnik: Deep Sea Explorer
Mahler Symphony No. 1
Ayodele Casel: The Remix
Bank of America Chamber Music Series
Spring is in full swing at @cypress_gardenssc ! ✨ Pack a picnic, hop in a boat, or cool off at the Splash Pad (opening May 23). And mark your calendar for June 13 - “Free Saturday” for Berkeley County residents & the Volvo Midsummer Festival (open to all). Visit the link in our bio to plan your day at Cypress Gardens. #ExploreCharleston
Golden hour, glass in hand & world-famous gardens all to yourself ✨🍷 Join us May 16th for an after-hours wine stroll through @magnoliaplantation - where hydrangeas are in full bloom & magnolia trees are showing off.
Sip curated wines, savor light bites & enjoy the soulful sounds of live music in the garden. Visit the link in our bio to purchase your tickets. #ExploreCharleston
Sun-soaked days, poolside cocktails & a stay that feels like a getaway within the getaway 🌴 Meet your ideal Charleston home base: @theryderhotel - where laid-back, beachy vibes meet downtown charm. Visit the link in our bio to learn more & book your stay. #ExploreCharleston
Consider this your Charleston delivery of Peggy Martin roses for all the moms out there 🌸🌸🌸 Happy Mother's Day from the Holy City! 🫶🏼 #ExploreCharleston
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May is prime time on Shem! 🐬 Paddle Shem Creek with @natureadventureschs & spot Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, pelicans & egrets as the waterways come alive. Led by Master Naturalist guides, it’s equal parts scenic paddle & hands-on learning. Link in bio to book your experience. #ExploreCharleston #ExperienceMP
Just when you think Charleston’s entryways can’t get any prettier, the Holy City's spring blooms prove otherwise. Where will you #ExploreCharleston this weekend? 🌿
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