The Lowcountry Lowdown for October 2026

The Lowcountry Lowdown for October 2026 Welcome to the Lowcountry Lowdown for the month of October 2026, brought to you by Avery and Sons Plumbing and Tankless. Visit them at averysplumbing.com or call (843) 305-5555. They're the plumbers you'd send to your mom's house. All Events for October Are Listed Below: Ashley McBryde Thursday, October 1st, 2026 The Refinery 1640 Meeting Street Road, North Charleston, SC 29405 Country music performance by Ashley McBryde. https://americanarenas.com/tickets/ashley-mcbryde/ Akram Khan Company Thursday, October 1st, 2026 Performance Hall At Gaillard Center 95 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC Contemporary dance performance by the internationally renowned Akram Khan Company. https://americanarenas.com/tickets/akram-khan-company/ Moja Arts Festival 2026 Thursday, October 1st, 2026 Charleston, SC An annual celebration of Black arts and culture and related artistic contributions. https://www.meetcharleston.com/convention-center/ Andy Frasco and The U.N. Thursday, October 1st, 2026 Charleston Pour House 1977 Maybank Hwy, Charleston, SC 29412 High-energy pop and rock concert by Andy Frasco and The U.N. https://americanarenas.com/tickets/andy-frasco-and-the-un/ Lily Rose Thursday, October 1st, 2026 The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle Of Palms, SC 29451 Country and folk concert featuring Lily Rose. https://americanarenas.com/tickets/lily-rose/ North Charleston Farmers Market Thursday, October 1st, 2026 North Charleston, SC Weekly farmers market taking place every Thursday through October. https://northcharleston.org/community/special_events/farmers_market.php PechaKucha Thursday, October 1st, 2026 Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC A creative networking and presentation event featuring local artists, thinkers, and innovators. https://americanarenas.com/tickets/pechakucha/ Stall vs Ashley Ridge - Girls Varsity Volleyball Thursday, October 1st, 2026 Stall High School, Charleston, SC High school girls varsity volleyball match between Ashley Ridge and Stall. https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/stall-high-school-charleston-sc/gam323dfd8d14 Turnpike Troubadours Friday, October 2nd, 2026 Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave, North Charleston, SC Country and folk concert by the Turnpike Troubadours. https://americanarenas.com/tickets/turnpike-troubadours/ Tig Notaro Friday, October 2nd, 2026 Charleston Civic Center Little Theater, Charleston, SC Stand-up comedy performance by the renowned comedian Tig Notaro. https://eventulist.com/event/d79452a28c14?view=32.7873,-79.9457,12 Lalah Hathaway Friday, October 2nd, 2026 The Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29401 R&B and soul concert featuring Lalah Hathaway. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/lalah-hathaway/ Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Friday, October 2nd, 2026 Park Circle Community Building, North Charleston, SC Annual event in celebration of Hispanic culture, with food vendors, live music, art market featuring Hispanic artists and artisans, and community ofrenda. https://www.northcharleston.org/community/special_events/hispanic_heritage.php ArtWalk Friday, October 2nd, 2026 Downtown Charleston Galleries, Charleston, SC Monthly first Friday art walks exploring the diverse galleries in downtown Charleston. https://www.charlestongalleryassociation.com/artwalk Saxsquatch Friday, October 2nd, 2026 The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle Of Palms, SC 29451 R&B and soul performance by the viral sensation Saxsquatch. https://americanarenas.com/tickets/saxsquatch/ Five Door Sedan Friday, October 2nd, 2026 Charleston Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy, Charleston, SC 29412 Local live music performance by Five Door Sedan. https://americanarenas.com/tickets/five-door-sedan/ Infinity Song Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 Music Farm, 32 Ann Street, Charleston, SC 29403 Jazz and blues concert by Infinity Song. https://musicfarm.com/event/new-date-infinity-song-copy/ The Fab Four - The Ultimate Tribute Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 The Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29401 A tribute to the Beatles' A Hard Day's Night. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/the-fab-four/ Mermaids & Mateys Festival Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 Folly Beach, SC Annual fall festival in Folly Beach, with local arts, crafts and food vendors, live music, costume contest and more. https://visitfolly.com/festival/mermaids-mateys-event/ Shadowgrass Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 Charleston Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy, Charleston, SC 29412 Bluegrass concert featuring Shadowgrass. https://americanarenas.com/tickets/shadowgrass/ Charleston Farmers Market Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 Marion Square, Charleston, SC Very popular weekly farmers market with produce, prepared foods and other goods from local vendors, arts and crafts, and live performances. https://gosouthcharleston.com/things-to-do/charleston-in-october.html Latin American Festival Sunday, October 4th, 2026 North Charleston Wannamaker County Park, North Charleston, SC Annual festival celebrating Latin and Caribbean cultures with live music, folk arts, and traditional foods. https://www.ccprc.com/calendar.aspx?EID=18143 The Expendables Sunday, October 4th, 2026 The Windjammer,1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle Of Palms, SC 29451 Alternative rock and reggae concert by The Expendables. https://americanarenas.com/tickets/the-expendables/ He Is Legend Sunday, October 4th, 2026 Music Farm, 32 Ann Street, Charleston, SC 29403 Alternative rock concert by He Is Legend. https://musicfarm.com/event/he-is-legend/ Mrs. Doubtfire Tuesday, October 6th, 2026 North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr, North Charleston, SC Touring Broadway musical production of the beloved comedy Mrs. Doubtfire. https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events Swim Around Charleston Tuesday, October 6th, 2026 Remley's Point, Mt. Pleasant, SC An internationally known 12-mile open water swim in the Charleston waterways and harbor. http://www.swimaroundcharleston.org/ Willow Avalon Wednesday, October 7th, 2026 Music Farm, 32 Ann Street, Charleston, SC 29403 Live music performance by Willow Avalon. https://musicfarm.com/event/willow-avalon/ AfroSouth Film Festival Thursday, October 8th, 2026 Charleston, SC A premier showcase for African American and Southern culture through film, music, and fashion. https://www.meetcharleston.com/convention-center/ On the Border - The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Thursday, October 8th, 2026 The Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29401 Tribute concert celebrating the music of the Eagles. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/on-the-border-the-ultimate-eagles-tribute/ Russian Circles Thursday, October 8th, 2026 Music Farm 32 Ann Street, Charleston, SC 29403 Live music performance by Russian Circles. https://musicfarm.com/event/russian-circles/ MercyMe, Jeremy Camp, Tim Timmons, Sam Wesley Friday, October 9th, 2026 North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Dr, North Charleston, SC 29418 Major Christian music concert tour featuring MercyMe and Jeremy Camp. https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/category/concerts High June Friday, October 9th, 2026 Music Farm, 32 Ann Street, Charleston, SC 29403 Live music performance by High June. https://musicfarm.com/event/high-june/ Riverfront Revival Saturday, October 10th, 2026 Charleston, SC A two-day country music festival curated by Darius Rucker celebrating South Carolina's Lowcountry. https://www.meetcharleston.com/convention-center/ The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Def Leppard's Hysteria Saturday, October 10th, 2026 The Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29401 Tribute concert performing Def Leppard's Hysteria album in its entirety. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/the-black-jacket-symphony-presents-def-leppards-hysteria/ Avondale 5K Run + Walk Saturday, October 10th, 2026 West Ashley, Charleston, SC The 17th annual community 5K run and walk for special kids. https://www.meetcharleston.com/convention-center/ BALTHVS Saturday, October 10th, 2026 Music Farm, 32 Ann Street, Charleston, SC 29403 Live music performance by BALTHVS. https://musicfarm.com/event/balthvs/ Thundercat Sunday, October 11th, 2026 The Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29401 Live concert by Thundercat with special guest TiaCorine. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/thundercat/ On Company Time Sunday, October 11th, 2026 Music Farm, 32 Ann Street, Charleston, SC 29403 Live music performance by On Company Time. https://musicfarm.com/event/oct-on-company-time/ Palmetto Park Jam Sunday, October 11th, 2026 Palmetto Islands County Park, Mount Pleasant, SC An easygoing afternoon of live music, local flavor, and Lowcountry charm. https://www.ccprc.com/news/post/october-events-and-programs-in-your-county-parks/ Cannons Monday, October 12th, 2026 The Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29401 Live concert by Cannons with Caroline Kingsbury. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/cannons/ All Them Witches Tuesday, October 13th, 2026 The Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29401 Live music performance by All Them Witches. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/all-them-witches/ Sportsball Book Club Tuesday, October 13th, 2026 The Bindings Collective, Charleston, SC A sports-themed book club meeting. https://stayhappening.com/e/sportsball-book-club-october-E118SB5YMT5KX Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 The Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29401 Live music performance by Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/scott-bradlees-postmodern-jukebox/ Miss Nelson Is Missing! Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 Charleston Stage, Charleston, SC MainStage family theater production based on the classic children's book. https://charlestonstage.com/shows-and-tickets Nevertel Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 Music Farm, 32 Ann Street, Charleston, SC 29403 Live music performance by Nevertel. https://musicfarm.com/event/nevertel/ Isle of Palms Farmers Market Thursday, October 15th, 2026 Isle of Palms, SC Farmers market with fresh produce and food vendors, live music and more. https://www.iop.net/iop-farmers-market The Marshall Tucker Band Friday, October 16th, 2026 Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29401 Legendary Southern rock group The Marshall Tucker Band performs their classic hits. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/the-marshall-tucker-band/ The Red Clay Strays, The Revivalists & Haley Reinhart Saturday, October 17th, 2026 Credit One Stadium, 161 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC 29492 Major concert event featuring The Red Clay Strays, The Revivalists, and Haley Reinhart. https://concertfix.com/concerts/charleston-sc Rocket Man: The Music of Elton Saturday, October 17th, 2026 North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr, North Charleston, SC 29418 Tribute concert celebrating the music of Elton John. https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/rocket-man-the-music-of-elton-1 Harvest Festival Saturday, October 17th, 2026 Johns Island County Park, Johns Island, SC A day of foot-stompin' fun with live bluegrass music, pumpkin decorating, kids' crafts, and hayrides. https://www.northcharleston.org/community/special_events/index.php Taste of Sullivan's Island Saturday, October 17th, 2026 The Island Club, Sullivan's Island, SC Fundraising event featuring food from Sullivan's Island area establishments. https://sullivansislandclub.org/taste Cast Off Fishing Tournament Saturday, October 17th, 2026 71 Harry M Hallman Junior Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464 A local fishing tournament held in Mount Pleasant. https://stayhappening.com/e/cast-off-fishing-tournament-october-17-2026-E2ISYQHILFA Children's Day Festival Sunday, October 18th, 2026 Mount Pleasant, SC Annual family festival featuring carnival rides, pony rides, games, and live entertainment. [Charleston in October](https://gosouthcharleston.com/things-to-do/charleston-in-october.html) https://experiencemountpleasant.com/event/childrens-day-festival/ Charleston Horror-Fest 2026 Sunday, October 18th, 2026 Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston Airport Hotel & Convention Center, North Charleston, SC A horror convention featuring fans and vendors celebrating the genre. https://fancons.com/events/schedule.php?year=2026&loc=usSC The Antiquities Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 Cannon Street Arts Center, 134 Cannon St, Charleston, SC 29403 A local theater production running through mid-November. https://puretheatre.vbotickets.com/event/the_antiquities/193117 Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds Friday, October 23rd, 2026 Credit One Stadium 161 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC 29492 Sturgill Simpson performs under his moniker Johnny Blue Skies with the Dark Clouds. https://creditonestadium.com/ The Hip Abduction Friday, October 23rd, 2026 Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC 29401 Tropical indie-pop band The Hip Abduction brings their vibrant sound to Charleston. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/the-hip-abduction/ John Cameron Mitchell: Hedwig 25th Anniversary Movie Tour Monday, October 26th, 2026 The Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St, Charleston, SC 29403 A special film screening, talk event, and costume contest celebrating the 25th anniversary of Hedwig. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/john-cameron-mitchell-hedwig-25th-anniversary-movie-tour/ CeCe Winans Wednesday, October 28th, 2026 North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr, North Charleston, SC 29418 Faith event and concert featuring CeCe Winans. https://www.northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com/events/detail/cece-winans Coastal Carolina Fair Thursday, October 29th, 2026 Exchange Park, 9850 Highway 78, Ladson, SC 29456 Live entertainment, over 60 amusement rides, exhibits, and competitions. https://www.charlestoncvb.com/events/coastal-carolina-fair~28382 An Evening with David Sedaris Friday, October 30th, 2026 Charleston, SC A night of humor, storytelling, and social satire with best-selling author David Sedaris. https://www.charlestoncvb.com/events/category/theatre_plays~9 Charleston Anime-Fest Friday, October 30th, 2026 Charleston, SC An anime convention bringing together fans, vendors, and artists. https://animecons.com/events/schedule.php?year=2026&loc=usSC South Carolina Ballet Presents: Dracula - Ballet with a Bite Friday, October 30th, 2026 The Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC A seasonal, spooky ballet performance of Dracula by the South Carolina Ballet. https://charlestonmusichall.com/event/dracula-2/ McClellanville Fall Festival Friday, October 30th, 2026 Lincoln Recreation Center, McClellanville, SC Festive fall evening with costumes, candy, food, and exciting games for family and friends. 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