Start Packing – It’s Spring in Charleston

Beginning in early March, the Lowcountry will start to stir from its winter rest as the temperatures grow warmer, the days last a bit longer, and the azaleas and camellias begin to bloom. Though the peak blooming season may not occur until mid-April, there are so many reasons to visit Charleston and Kiawah in the springtime. Whether you are a food or art connoisseur, an active runner or have a green thumb, there are a number of special events and festivals for everyone to enjoy. So grab your suitcase, and start planning and packing for your next trip to Kiawah now. We’d love to see you soon at some of these fantastic events!

BB&T Charleston Wine & Food Festival
March 3 – 6, 2011
Downtown Charleston
Forbes Traveler has praised the Charleston Wine and Food Festival as one of the top five food and wine festivals in the U.S. The four-day event infuses homegrown flavor with the most celebrated chefs, culinary professionals and winemakers in the world.

Spring Kick-Off Festival at Freshfields Village
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Kiawah Island
All of Kiawah is ready to celebrate the coming of spring as the community gathers at Freshfields Village for a day of entertainment, music, games, and food and beverages.

The Cooper River Bridge Run
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Mt. Pleasant to Downtown Charleston
For more than thirty years, residents and visitors to Charleston and its surrounding areas have hit the pavement for this popular 10-K race.

Family Circle Cup
April 2 – 10, 2011
Daniel Island
Charleston welcomes the return of some of the top-ranked professional female tennis players from around the world as they take to the courts to compete at the Family Circle Cup. More than just a tennis tournament, it’s a week-long line-up of special events at the award winning Family Circle Tennis Center.

Spring Concert Series at Freshfields Village
April 15, 22, & 29
Kiawah Island
Enjoy the cool spring island nights at Freshfields Village as we welcome a new musical guest each week to perform on the Village Green.

Kiawah Island Art & House Tour
Friday, April 2, 2011
Kiawah Island
Each year, the Gibbes Museum of Art member auxiliary group Gibbes, etc., which consists solely of Kiawah Island residents who support the museum, hosts its annual tour of Island homes. This year, with five stunning homes open for view, will be unforgettable as always.

Gourmet & Grapes at The Sanctuary
April 29 – May 1, 2011
Kiawah Island
Indulge in a five-star culinary experience within the quarters of The Sanctuary. Guests are invited to test their palates with distinguished wines from around the world and experience delicious cuisine from the Sanctuary chefs and renowned celebrity chefs across the nation.

Charleston Harbor Festival
May 12 – 15, 2011
Downtown Charleston
Charleston Harbor Fest is an event of the sea, land, and air. Each year, a number of impressive Tall Ships make their way into the Charleston Harbor and are open for viewing and special tours.

Spoleto Festival USA & Piccolo Spoleto Festival
May 27 – June 12, 2011
Downtown Charleston
At the start of the summer season each year, downtown Charleston opens its arms to world-class art, music, theatre and more as the Spoleto and Piccolo Spoleto Festivals come to town.

See you soon!