Summer events

Summer Events in Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant is home to a variety of events during the summer, including a weekly Farmers Market, the Sweetgrass Festival, and an outdoor music and movie series. Plan your visit around a unique special event!

Mount Pleasant Farmers Market

The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is a gathering place for locals and visitors to leisurely explore the market’s treasure trove of the freshest local vegetables, fruits, seafood, flowers, baked and canned goods, fresh-cooked meals and snacks. Live music each week.

Women shopping at the farmers market

Sweetgrass Festival

The annual Sweetgrass Festival is designed to promote and bring attention to the contributions of the Gullah Geechee people’s history, culture, traditions and their sweetgrass basket art. Offering free admission, entertainment and activities, the Sweetgrass Festival also provides an opportunity for local basket makers to showcase, promote and market their sweetgrass merchandise to locals as well as cultural tourists from around the country.

Women dancing in a field at the Sweetgrass Festival

Waterfront Music & Movies

Sit back and enjoy live music and a movie with an incredible sunset behind the beautiful Ravenel Bridge and Charleston Harbor! Music and food sales begin before sunset and the movie begins after sunset.

A large group of people sitting and watching an outdoor movie

things to do in summer

Dine With a View

Waterfront views? Check. Amazingly fresh seafood and nationally recognized coastal cuisines? Check. No Lowcountry experience is complete without delicious food and gorgeous views. Mount Pleasant has many different options to choose from!

explore by sea…

Test out your sea legs by experiencing Mount Pleasant from a unique perspective. Hop on a stand-up paddleboard or kayak your way around the local waterways.

…or By Land

Land lovers need not worry! If the seas are too rough, our walking and biking trails are just as welcoming. Stroll through varying landscapes, from the woodlands to the marshes. Some trails are friendly for leashed pets – just remember to take nothing but photos and leave nothing but pawprints!

Hands-On History

The Town of Mount Pleasant has a long and cherished shared history. Earn respect for the past and make new promises for the future when you visit our museums and historic sites.

A golfer’s Paradise

Half-a-dozen coastal courses await all levels of golfers. Land on the green while you are surrounded by the Charleston Harbor, palmetto trees and lush landscapes.

Fish For Memories

A large portion of Mount Pleasant’s local economy is driven by our fishing industry. The Charleston Harbor and surrounding rivers and creeks are prime fishing territories. Stop at a public fishing spot or book a professional charter to start catching fish, and memories, of a lifetime!

Come Sail Away

Visit various locations along the coast to book your sailboat charter. Kick back and relax while professional captains guide you on the open ocean.

places to stay

Stay where you play with 5-star and boutique hotels in the heart of it all. Mount Pleasant’s diverse local hospitality landscape ensures every traveler has a home away from home.

explore all summer events

Use the event calendar below to find more summer events happening in Mount Pleasant!

Mount Pleasant Farmers Market

Jun 25, 2024

3:30 pm - 7:00 pm

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Mount Pleasant Farmers Market

Jul 2, 2024

3:30 pm - 7:00 pm

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Mount Pleasant Farmers Market

Jul 9, 2024

3:30 pm - 7:00 pm

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Mount Pleasant Farmers Market

Jul 16, 2024

3:30 pm - 7:00 pm

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Mount Pleasant Farmers Market

Jul 23, 2024

3:30 pm - 7:00 pm

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Mount Pleasant Farmers Market

Jul 30, 2024

3:30 pm - 7:00 pm

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Waterfront Music & Movies

Aug 2, 2024

6:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Mount Pleasant residents and visitors bring blankets and chairs, sit back to enjoy an incredible sunset while listening to local musicians, and then watch an outdoor movie with the beautiful Ravenel Bridge and Charleston Harbor for a backdrop.


Take a minute to like the Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park page! This is the best place for up-to-date info and any weather-related announcements including early closures or cancelations (this is available even without a Facebook account).


2024 Movies


August 2nd – Mix 95.9 night –  Encanto

August 9th – 101.7 Chuck FM night – The Breakfast Club

August 16th – 92.5 Kickin’ night –  O Brother, Where Art Thou

August 23rd – Star 99.7 night – Barbie


Food sales begin at 6:00 weekly and live music will start at 6:30pm. Movies begin at sunset (approx. 8:15 – 8:30 p.m.) Free admission & parking!  Please check the Parents Guide on IMDB if you are unsure of a movies’ suitability for your children.


Plus, there’s be free Cheerwine samples, while supplies last.


Musical Groups & Vendors

MUSICIANS & BANDS

Performance time is 6:30-8:00pm (End is approximate).


August 2nd – MIX 95.9 night – Vallenato Flavor

August 9th – 101.7 Chuck FM night – 40 Years Too Late

August 16th – 92.5 Kickin’ night – Dallas Baker Trio

August 23rd – Star 99.7 night – Palmetto Soul


FOOD TRUCKS & VENDORS – Interested Vendors – Please email events@tompsc.com


August 2nd – Cachita’s & La Maracucha

August 9th – Sticky Fingers Rib House & Mike’s Chicken Salad

August 16th – Taternator & TBD

August 23rd – Mazyck’s Grill; Zimo’s Gyro & Daves Smoke & Tacos


CONCESSIONS

T&T Kettle Korn will be onsite each week


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Mount Pleasant Farmers Market

Aug 6, 2024

3:30 pm - 7:00 pm

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Waterfront Music & Movies

Aug 9, 2024

6:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Mount Pleasant residents and visitors bring blankets and chairs, sit back to enjoy an incredible sunset while listening to local musicians, and then watch an outdoor movie with the beautiful Ravenel Bridge and Charleston Harbor for a backdrop.


Take a minute to like the Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park page! This is the best place for up-to-date info and any weather-related announcements including early closures or cancelations (this is available even without a Facebook account).


2024 Movies


August 2nd – Mix 95.9 night –  Encanto

August 9th – 101.7 Chuck FM night – The Breakfast Club

August 16th – 92.5 Kickin’ night –  O Brother, Where Art Thou

August 23rd – Star 99.7 night – Barbie


Food sales begin at 6:00 weekly and live music will start at 6:30pm. Movies begin at sunset (approx. 8:15 – 8:30 p.m.) Free admission & parking!  Please check the Parents Guide on IMDB if you are unsure of a movies’ suitability for your children.


Plus, there’s be free Cheerwine samples, while supplies last.


Musical Groups & Vendors

MUSICIANS & BANDS

Performance time is 6:30-8:00pm (End is approximate).


August 2nd – MIX 95.9 night – Vallenato Flavor

August 9th – 101.7 Chuck FM night – 40 Years Too Late

August 16th – 92.5 Kickin’ night – Dallas Baker Trio

August 23rd – Star 99.7 night – Palmetto Soul


FOOD TRUCKS & VENDORS – Interested Vendors – Please email events@tompsc.com


August 2nd – Cachita’s & La Maracucha

August 9th – Sticky Fingers Rib House & Mike’s Chicken Salad

August 16th – Taternator & TBD

August 23rd – Mazyck’s Grill; Zimo’s Gyro & Daves Smoke & Tacos


CONCESSIONS

T&T Kettle Korn will be onsite each week


Learn More