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.
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.
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Use the event calendar below to find more summer events happening in Mount Pleasant!
Charleston Battery vs Loudoun United FC
Jun 24, 2026
7:00 pm -
The Charleston Battery is our local professional soccer club. Get ready to Pack The Point to cheer on the Charleston Battery against Loudoun United FC!
Party At The Point: Highway Boys
Jun 26, 2026
6:00 pm -
Party at the Point is one of the most popular live music events in Mount Pleasant and a favorite thing to do near Charleston during the spring! Held at the waterfront Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, the weekly concert series features live bands, food and drinks, and dancing by the harbor with stunning sunset views. Get tickets by clicking the “Visit Website” button on this page.
June 26, 2026: Highway Boys (A Tribute To Zach Bryan)
Party At The Point: On The Border
Jul 3, 2026
6:00 pm -
Party at the Point is one of the most popular live music events in Mount Pleasant and a favorite thing to do near Charleston during the spring! Held at the waterfront Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, the weekly concert series features live bands, food and drinks, and dancing by the harbor with stunning sunset views. Get tickets by clicking the “Visit Website” button on this page.
July 3, 2026: On The Border (A Tribute To The Eagles)
Patriots Point Fireworks Spectacular
Jul 4, 2026
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Celebrate Independence Day in unforgettable style at the 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular at Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum! This is one of the top things to do near Charleston, South Carolina, for the 4th of July. Come aboard the legendary USS Yorktown to enjoy an evening packed with live music, local food vendors, drinks, and family-friendly entertainment. As the sun sets, you will experience a dazzling fireworks display, lighting up the Charleston Harbor and the Cooper River Bridge!
This year’s celebration is bigger than ever, marking America’s 250th anniversary and the 50th anniversary of Patriots Point. This 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular at Patriots Point delivers the perfect mix of history, celebration, and coastal views with unbeatable scenery, patriotic energy, and a milestone year to celebrate!
Party At The Point: Mr. Fahrenheit
Jul 10, 2026
6:00 pm -
Party at the Point is one of the most popular live music events in Mount Pleasant and a favorite thing to do near Charleston during the spring! Held at the waterfront Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, the weekly concert series features live bands, food and drinks, and dancing by the harbor with stunning sunset views. Get tickets by clicking the “Visit Website” button on this page.
July 10, 2026: Mr. Fahrenheit (A Tribute To Queen)
Charleston Battery vs Charlotte Independence
Jul 11, 2026
7:30 pm -
The Charleston Battery is our local professional soccer club. Get ready to Pack The Point to cheer on the Charleston Battery against Charlotte Independence!
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