Love, oysters, and Lowcountry traditions: February’s must-attend events

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – February is packed with exciting events across the Lowcountry, offering everything from oyster roasts and live music to outdoor adventures and cultural celebrations.

Whether you’re looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day, enjoy local oysters, or experience unique Lowcountry traditions, there’s something for everyone this month.

Here’s a look at some of the best events happening in and around Charleston this February.

Festivals

• February 14-16: Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE)
• February 22-23: Folly Sea & Sand Festival

Food & Drink Events

• February 6-13: $15 Oyster Flights at Fleet Landing
• February 7: Bubbles & Bourbon Tasting at Terrace Oaks Antique Mall
• February 8: 1-Year Anniversary Party + Oyster Roast at Red Palm
• February 8: Oysters on the Point at Charleston Harbor Resort
• February 8: Bourbon, Blues, & Bonfires at The Refinery
• February 8: Oyster Roast at Fleet Landing
• February 8: Valentine’s Day Oyster Roast + Market at Holy City Brewing
• February 8: Swift-Tea Galentine’s Party at Sweatman’s Garden
• February 8: Galentine’s Day Sip & Shop Party at the Happy Southern
• February 8: Pig Pickin & Oyster Roast at Southern Roots
• February 8: 5k Beer Run at Estuary
• February 8,15, 22: Oyster Roast at Islander 71
• February 9: Super Bowl Party & Oyster Roast at Bay Street Biergarten
• February 9: Alpaca Kissing Booth at Low Tide Brewing
• February 11: Pizza-Making Class at Uptown Social
• February 11: 5-Course Tasting Dinner with Wine Pairings at La Cave
• February 11: Starving Artist Supper Club with Chef Graham Calabria
• February 12: Match Made in Charleston at The Peacock
• February 14: Valentine’s Cocktail Class at Striped Pig Distillery
• February 14: Cupid’s Cancelled Party at Bay Street Biergarten
• February 15: Annual Bluegrass Feast + Oyster Roast at Folly Beach
• February 16: Oyster Roast at Low Tide Brewing
• February 16: Oyster Roast at Blind Tiger
• February 16: Oyster Roast at Tattooed Moose – Johns Island
• February 16: Bacon Dish Cookoff at Hunley’s Tavern
• February 20: Oyster Roast at Bohemian Bull
• February 21-22: Crosby’s Food Truck Pop-Up Weekend
• February 22: Rock the Block at Home Team BBQ
• February 22: Lowcountry Dog’s 10th Annual Eat, Drink, Rescue at the Estuary
• February 23: Oyster Roast at Tattooed Moose Park Circle
• February 23: Oyster Roast at Firefly Distillery
• February 23: Drag Bingo Brunch at Taco Boy Folly

Markets

• February 7: Night Market at New Realm
• February 8: February Vendor Village at Firefly Distillery
• February 8: Eight Four Flea Market at Edmund’s Oast
• February 8: Sweetheart Vendor Market at Triangle Char Bar
• February 8-9: Charleston Punk Flea Market 
• February 9: Galentine’s Pop-Up Market at Ritual Rooftop
• February 9: Second Sunday on King St.
• February 16: Charleston Vintage Market at the Refinery
• February 20: Third Thursday at Downtown Summerville
• February 22: Adopt and Shop Market at Firefly Distillery
• February 8,15,22: Sea Island Farmers Market – Johns Island
• February 9,16,23: Sunday Brunch Farmer’s Market – Charleston Pour House

Local Happenings

• February 8: Cupid’s Chase 5k – James Island County Park
• February 8: Point Break Outdoor Movie Night
• February 8-9: Fossil Fest at Cypress Gardens
• February 14: Valentine’s Torch Lit Boat Rides at Cypress Gardens
• February 14: Candle Making with Goats at Flowertown Charm Farm
• February 22: Isle of Palms Polar Plunge – The Windjammer
• February 22: Sweetgrass Half Marathon at Park West Rec
• February 6-22: Garden Lights at Middleton Place
• February 6,8,11,13,15,18,20,22,25,27: Camelia Walks at Middleton Place

Concerts and Live Performances

• February 8: Culture Shock – Magic, Comedy, Mind Reading at Charleston Music Hall
• February 11: South Carolina Ballet Presents: Romeo & Juliet at Charleston Music Hall
• February 12: Fly Fishing Film Fest at Charleston Music Hall
• February 13: Sofar Sounds Concert – King St
• February 14: The Midnight City – My Emo Valentine at Charleston Music Farm
• February 15: The Black Jacket Symphony Presents: The Beatles ‘Abbey Road’ at Charleston Music Hall
• February 18-20: Riverdance at North Charleston Coliseum 
• February 25: Mania: The ABBA Tribute at Charleston Music Hall
• February 28: Ringling Bros Circus at North Charleston Coliseum 
• February 10,12,17,19,24,26: Open Mic Night at Wits End Comedy Club