May Events in Charleston

May 5th

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The 2018 Charleston Dragon Boat Festival will take place at Brittlebank Park on Saturday, May 5th. If you’re not able to participate on a team this year, remember that all cancer survivors are able to participate free of charge. For more information and ticketing, visit the Dragon Boat Charleston website. Jessica Bizzell–mother of Carriage Properties’ Receptionist/Administrative Assistant Kaycee Houge–was a team member during the 2014-2016 race seasons. Bizzell states that “being a part of Dragon Boat Charleston was both a workout and like being part of a new family.” Although every dragon boat paddler has his/her own reason for joining, she admitted that “as a survivor, paddling provided an outlet to blow off steam. All of the repressed anger and unanswered questions [that came with the cancer diagnosis] were left out on the water.”

May 11th

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Friday Night Boogie is back at the Mount Pleasant Pier this summer, starting May 11th. Participants must be age 21 or older, and will have the opportunity to dance to some of our favorite oldies. Get your tickets here, and visit the Charleston County Parks website for full event information.

May 11th – 13th

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Be sure to visit the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church for their annual Charleston Greek Festival, set for the weekend of May 11th through 13th. Enjoy authentic Greek food, wine, music, and more at 30 Race Street. For more information including a schedule of events and a brief history of the church, visit the CGF website here.

May 12th

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Get ready to dance, because Shaggin’ on the Cooper is back on the Mount Pleasant Pier, starting May 12th with the Shem Creek Boogie Band. Online registration ends at midnight on the day before each Shaggin’ event. Check out the Charleston County Parks’ event website for details on registration and purchasing tickets.

May 26th

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The big Atlantic Cup race to New York will start at 12pm on Saturday, May 26th from the Charleston Maritime Center. For the best views, go to the park next to the Maritime Center at the corner of Inspection and Wharfside Streets. The Atlantic Cup website has a full schedule of events, plus information on the teams and where to see the fleet in the days before the race.

May 25th – June 10th

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Spoleto Festival USA will be back in Charleston from May 25th through June 10th. Don’t miss out on incredible performances and installations from some of the most talented artists. Visit the Spoleto Festival website for details on how to volunteer, sponsor, and donate, as well as a full schedule of events.

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