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Who doesn’t love summer on Seabrook Island? It’s luxurious, beautiful, and low stress! Slow-paced days are spent watching wildlife on the coastal waterways, horseback riding on the beach, golfing on Audubon fairways, playing pickleball with your pals, and swimming and sunbathing on oceanfront patios or private, secluded beaches. Sounds like heaven, doesn’t it?
But, don’t worry, there are still tons of things to do while still enjoying your peaceful vacation here. Even though summer on Seabrook Island is all about setting a slower pace, there are heaps of wholesome healthy activities & old-fashioned fun for the whole family. From internationally renowned arts festivals in the historic Holy City to low-key Lowcountry farmers markets on the Seabrook Island bike paths, here’s the scoop on what’s happening this summer on Seabrook Island.
Local’s Tip: Most events are dog-friendly, but it doesn’t hurt to check before you bring your four-legged fur babies along!
NIGHT HERON PARK ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
LOCATION: Kiawah Island Parkway, Kiawah Island
RESERVATIONS: Call (843) 768-6001 for event and activity reservations
Night Heron Park abounds in natural beauty and is the epicenter of fun. The Night Heron Park Nature Center offers an exciting selection of eco-tours & adventures, cruises and charters, unique island experiences, and endless activities every day of the year, with an extra dose of fun in the summer season! If you need a little summer inspiration, here’s our top pick of Night Heron Park nature activities to add to your summer bucket-list adventures!
- Kayaking & SUP Excursions
- Coastal, Reef, Creek & Shark Fishing Charters
- Eco Tours & Shelling Expeditions along the Kiawah River
- Sunrise Yoga & Fitness Classes on Sanctuary Beach
- Sunset Cruises & Dolphin Encounters
- Unique Kiawah Wildlife & Alligator Adventures
- Birdwatching Walks with a Naturalist
- Learn to Surf Camps & Lessons
- Turtles’ Nest Art Studio Creative Programs
- Charleston Harbor Cruises & Sightseeing Tours
Cars & Coffee
Freshfields Village Cars & Coffee is a popular event that runs throughout the year on the 3rd Saturday of every month. Classics, collectibles, and super cool cars and motorcycles line the Village Green, car enthusiasts network and share stories of their classics, and delicious coffee, pastries & breakfasts are served at Java Java in Freshfields Village.
LOCATION: Freshfields Village Green
DATE: 3rd Saturday of each month year-round
TIME: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
ADMISSION: FREE!
Music on the Green
Freshfields Village Music on the Green kicks off with a special two-night series on Memorial Day weekend and ends with a grand finale on Labor Day weekend. Throughout the summer locals, families, and visitors to Seabrook Island & Kiawah Island gather on the Village Green with blankets, chairs, and picnics to enjoy a night of local music on the stage. Freshfields Village Music on the Green is free, family-friendly, and a not to be missed Kiawah Island summer tradition with good, laid-back island vibes!
LOCATION: Freshfields Village Green
DATE: Friday – Memorial Day to Labor Day
TIME: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
ADMISSION: FREE!
Summer Oyster Roast
You can’t visit this area without attending an oyster roast on the banks of the Kiawah River – the beautiful setting alone is enough to make your mouth water! It’s the best way to sample the flavors of the Lowcountry and, while it’s a celebration of our fresh local oysters, you’ll find everything from BBQ ribs and pulled pork, traditional southern side dishes and delicious desserts, coupled with live music, exquisite sunsets, and loads of family fun.
LOCATION: Mingo Point, 876 Kiawah Island Parkway
DATES:
May 25th
June 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, 31st
NEW for 2024:
Each Mingo Point date includes two seatings for guests to choose from when purchasing tickets: 5:00pm – 7:00pm and 7:30pm – 9:30pm.
- No walk up ticket purchases will be allowed or honored
- Limited capacity is available for each seating – once a seating is sold out, that date or time will no longer be available to book online
- Tickets must be purchased by 9am the day of the event
- All attendees must have a ticket regardless of age
- There are no physical tickets, you will be emailed a receipt as your confirmation
- All purchases are final – no refunds will be issued in the event of inclement weather
Reserve your Mingo Point tickets HERE!
Salute from the Shore
Salute from the Shore is a 4th of July flyover of F16s, Military C17s, and vintage planes that stretches the entire length of the South Carolina coastline! Beachgoers head down to the 10 miles of coastline on Kiawah Island adorned in red, white, and blue to salute and honor America’s armed forces from the shore. Support the cause by purchasing your Salute from the Shore swag, record and share your salute (#salutefromtheshore) and be part of a 13-year Independence Day tradition.
LOCATION: Beachwalker Park, Kiawah Island
DATE: July 4, 2024
TIME: Fly-Over Schedule
Fourth of July
DATE: July 4, 2024
The Fourth of July is a weeklong celebration on Kiawah Island! It’s our favorite time of year and Kiawah Island goes all out to celebrate the birth of our nation. Independence Day celebrations include a traditional Mingo Point Oyster Roast & BBQ on the Kiawah River, a patriotic bike parade led by local firemen down Sea Forest Drive, followed by family festivities at Night Heron Park with pool parties, jumping castles, carnival games, and loads of summertime fun! The evening ends with Independence Day fireworks at Sanctuary Beach.
Seabrook’s Chow Town Food Truck Rodeo
Each summer, the Town of Seabrook Island provides a free event with food truck vendors and music. Stop by the next one on Wednesday, June 26 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at their Town Hall parking lot (2001 Seabrook Island Road, Seabrook Island). The event is open to the public and before their gate.
Also, mark your calendars for the July 17 and August 21 events as well!
Weekend Wine Down
Deep Water Vineyard on Wadmalaw Island is the Charleston area’s only vineyard, producing some of the best home-grown wine in South Carolina. Nestled amidst the marshlands and historic oaks on Wadmalaw Island, Deep Water Vineyard offers daily self-guided tours and tastings, private tastings and special events by reservation, and an annual Weekend Wine Down all summer long! The weekend wine downs happen rain or shine every Saturday from 10AM-5PM.
LOCATION: 6775 Bears Bluff Rd, Wadmalaw Island
DATE: All summer long!
TIME: 10 AM to 5 PM
TASTINGS: Offered every hour on the hour, $15 gets you a tasting of 6 samples of wine and a souvenir stemless glass.
DRINKS: The outdoor patio bar offers lots of fun libations, wine by the glass/bottle/flight, wine slushies, an ever-rotating draft meads, samples of our still meads, bloody marys made with our jalapeño wine, and mimosas!
Local’s Tip: Ocassionally they’ll throw a curveball in there just to keep it interesting too!
FOOD TRUCKS / LIVE MUSIC: They offer a food truck and live music every wine down, check out the info below for who is on today.
DOGS / KIDS: Go ahead, have a glass of wine with your 4-legged pal! Kids are also welcome, they may be asked to sit away from the bar if we are full of adult tasters (but they’ll still be within eyeshot). Also offered for the whole family: swurfer/swing, cornhole, and other lawn games.
MORE INFO: Well behaved owners with their leashed dogs are permitted everywhere on property, including our tasting room. Please note that they do have a number of animals (rabbits, pigs, chickens, ducks, geese, and a miniature brahma cow).
Connect to their Facebook page for events schedule and tickets!
Spoleto Festival USA
Kiawah Island is only 25 miles from historic Charleston, a city of endless celebrations, festivals, and events. There are many Charleston sightseeing tours and cruises from Seabrook Island and most of our guests choose to set a day aside on their to explore the historic sites, old-world charm, and top attractions of Charleston.
If you’re visiting Kiawah Island in the late spring – early summer season, the Spoleto Festival USA is not to be missed annd makes an idyllic basecamp! The Spoleto Festival USA is the American version of the Festival dei Due Mondi (Festival of Two Worlds) in Spoleto Italy and features hundreds of events centered around the arts in several venues including Charleston’s historic theaters, churches, and open spaces.
LOCATION: Various locations in Charleston, SC
DATE: May 22 – June 9, 2024
ADMISSION: Buy Tickets HERE!
View the Full Schedule of 2024 Performances HERE!
SEABROOK ISLAND SUMMER FARMERS MARKETS
Summer is the perfect season to stroll the farmers markets, pick up fresh produce and preserves for tasty home-made feasts, delicious desserts (go ahead – you’re on vacation!), and unique gifts and souvenirs of your Kiawah Island vacation. Our local farmers markets are traditionally Lowcountry and worth a visit during your summer stay on Seabrook Island.
Freshfields Village Farmers Market
Freshfields Village offers an upscale shopping experience on Kiawah Island with over 30 high-end stores, eateries for Lowcountry dining, fun events and a fantastic weekly summer farmers market. There are several unique vendors with organic produce, sweet & savory foods, fresh caught seafood, and Lowcountry arts and crafts. Pick up a southern style BBQ dinner to share from the comfort of your vacation home – or stop by one of the many restaurants at Freshfields Village for a night out on the town.
LOCATION: Freshfields Village Green
DATE: Mondays – June, July & August
WHEN: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Sea Island Farmers Market
The Sea Island Farmers Market is on the Charleston Collegiate Campus grounds, a short drive from Kiawah on the scenic road to Charleston. It’s a true community market with local vendors selling their farm produce, local food stands, and unique arts and craft creations. It’s the perfect place to pick up tasty supplies for a picnic under the ancient Angel Oak Tree in nearby Angel Oak Park.
LOCATION:Charleston Collegiate Campus, St Johns Island
DATE: Every Saturday
WHEN: Time: 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Swing into summer with our team at Seabrook Exclusives! Our on-island team of professionals manages a collection of the most exclusive vacation rental villas and homes on Seabrook Island, ranging from pet-friendly oceanfront villas on Pelican Beach to luxury Lowcountry plantation homes nestled in the live oaks, all only a couple clicks away!
