Events
Spoleto Festival
Spoleto Festival : May 20th 2024 – June 9th 2024
For 17 days and nights each spring, Spoleto Festival USA fills Charleston, South Carolina’s historic theaters, churches, and outdoor spaces with performances by renowned artists as well as emerging performers in opera; theater; dance; and chamber, symphonic, choral, and jazz music… Read More
Spring 2025 Concert Series
Spring 2025 Concert Series : April 24th 2025 – May 15th 2025
Enjoy free live music all spring long during the Spring 2025 Concert Series in Folly Beach! Enjoy the Thursday night shows from 6pm – 8pm in Folly River Park., Bring your friends and family, a chair, and some snacks! Read More
Surfer’s Healing Event
Surfer’s Healing Event : August 23rd 2023 from 8:00 am
Surfers Healing is the original surf camp for children with autism, and we’ve been serving the community since 1996. Yet what we offer isn’t a ‘cure’, or even ‘traditional’ therapy. It’s a completely different sensation and environment for our participants. We give individuals a chance to encounter the waves,… Read More
Taste of Folly
Taste of Folly : January 17th – 18th 2026
This favorite event showcases everything Folly with a special emphasis on Folly’s eclectic culinary scene. In addition to local restaurants, other Folly-based food vendors will be doling out delicious fare left and right. Other highlights include a chili cook-off, hot dog eating contest,… Read More
Tree Lighting at Folly River Park
Tree Lighting at Folly River Park : November 29th 2024 from 7:00 pm
Stop by the Folly River Park for the annual Folly Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. These lights will surely get you in the holiday spirit! The Folly River Park is located at 58 Center St, Folly Beach, SC 29439 Read More
The Victory Cup Polo Match & Hot Air Balloon Festival
The Victory Cup Polo Match & Hot Air Balloon Festival : May 6th 2023 from 12:00 pm
What is The Victory Cup all about? Enjoying a gorgeous day of green grass, majestic horses, heart pounding polo, dozens of food and alcohol partners, great views from our helicopter and the big and beautiful hot air balloon giants on property! With events throughout the United States,… Read More
Bill Murray Polar Plunge
Bill Murray Polar Plunge : January 1st 2026 from 1:00 pm
Join us as we pay homage to one of Charleston’s most beloved and hilarious residents, Bill Murray! The Polar Bear Plunge is the perfect way to round out Folly Beach’s exciting New Year festivities, following the popular Flip Flop Drop & Fireworks celebration on New Year’s Eve. Read More
Cast Off Fishing Tournaments
Cast Off Fishing Tournaments : May 10th 2025 – October 25th 2025
Whether you’re a beginner or an expert angler, join the fun and enjoy a little friendly competition at the Mount Pleasant and Folly Beach Piers’ Cast-Off Tournament series! The Folly Beach Pier stretches out 1045 feet into the ocean and common catches include blue fish, sheepshead, spotted sea trout and whiting. Read More
Charleston Marathon
Charleston Marathon : January 20th 2024 from 7:00 am
The Charleston Marathon celebrates its 14th anniversary in 2024! Race through historic Charleston, celebrate with Shrimp and Grits, and explore everything the #1 City in the U.S. has to offer! Read More
Charleston Race Week
Charleston Race Week : April 18th – 21st 2024
This three-day event is one of the largest keelboat regattas in the Americas. The race begins at the Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, located at 20 Patriots Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 Read More