february 2019 – South Carolina Calendar of Events, Festivals

Bacon and Bourbon
Bacon & bourbon tastings, music, bull riding championship, laser skeet shooting, cigars - portion of proceeds benefit Junior League's hunger & homelessness programs

Valentine's Day
Forget to make dinner reservations? Don't worry, check out SCIWAY's guide to restaurants in South Carolina

Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
Art, exhibits, presentations, lectures - various sites

Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
Art, exhibits, presentations, lectures - various sites

Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
Art, exhibits, presentations, lectures - various sites

Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest
7-day event showcases chefs, local seafood, live music - benefits five local charities

Presidents' Day / Washington's Birthday
State and federal holiday

Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest
7-day event showcases chefs, local seafood, live music - benefits five local charities

Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest
7-day event showcases chefs, local seafood, live music - benefits five local charities

Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest
7-day event showcases chefs, local seafood, live music - benefits five local charities

Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest
7-day event showcases chefs, local seafood, live music - benefits five local charities

Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest
7-day event showcases chefs, local seafood, live music - benefits five local charities

Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest
7-day event showcases chefs, local seafood, live music - benefits five local charities

Aiken Antique Show
4-day event includes antique show and sale, preview party, lectures - benefits the Aiken Center for the Arts

Battle of Aiken
Civil War reenactments, crafts, food, seminars, demonstrations
Learn more about the Civil War in South Carolina

Beaufort International Film Festival
Categories include animation, short, feature, documentary, and student

Champagne, Chocolate and Fun
Bring your sweetheart to Dave and Buster's for a fun night of chocolate, champagne and games! The cost is $70 per couple and includes food and games

Charleston Food + Wine Festival
5-day event includes demonstrations, classes, dinners, tastings, culinary traditions - raising funds for charities and scholarships

Charleston STEM Festival
Outdoor event with exhibitors who will provide hands-on activities, live performances, interactive demonstrations, and family-oriented STEM entertainment

Chefs' Feast
Nearly 30 area chefs will offer up delectable bites, bar, live band - benefits the Lowcountry Food Bank childhood feeding programs

Folly Gras
Parade, live music, kids' activities, inflatables, crafts, local restaurants and bars will be featuring New Orleans influenced food and drinks

Great Amazing Race
1.5-mile adventure run/walk for adults and kids - benefits pediatric cancer foundations

Hilton Head Island Gullah Celebration
Come experience Gullah food and music, receive firsthand, historical information and take a journey through the culture via the visual arts throughout the month of February

Hilton Head Island Marathon, Half Marathon and 8K
Certified course plus post race party with craft beer garden, refreshments, live music, food, door prizes, children's fun run - benefits local charities

Horry County Museum Quilt Gala
Demonstrations, exhibits, marketplace, lectures, quilt entry open to all

Joy of Gardening Symposium
Experts will provide information and resources drawing from their expertise in horticulture and environmental research - Master Gardeners of York County event

Junior League of Columbia's Clean Sweep
Rummage sale benefiting community projects - cash only

Lexington County Chili Cookoff
Sample numerous chilis and enjoy live music and beverages - benefits Lexington County First Responders *this is the rescheduled date due to rain forecast for 01/28/18

Lowcountry Irish Fest
2-day event features authentic Irish music and food, Irish dancing, children's activities and historical insight

MGC Long Run 15K | 5K
Plus kids' fun run, road races are followed by a family-friendly party - benefits USO South Carolina

Mardi Gras Party
New Orleans inspired dinner, music, dancing, live and silent auctions - benefits National Alliance on Mental Illness

Mardi-Crawl-On-Shem-Creek
Music, food and drink specials, games, prizes, shuttles and boat taxis to travel between venues - benefits SC Alzheimer's Association and Pet Helpers

Page Island Oyster Roast
Boat cruise, oyster roast, other food, drinks, live music, family fun and games - benefits The Outside Foundation's Kids in Kayaks Scholarship Fund

Palladium Society's Chili Cook-Off
Variety of chili recipes, judging by local celebrities, live music - includes all you can eat and drink chili, wine and beer - benefits the Historic Columbia Foundation

Paws & Pearls Oyster Roast
Oysters, chili, auction, live music - benefits Dorchester Paws

SC Rivalry Run
5K race, pick either garnet or orange when you register - benefits the Frye Foundation's fight against diabetes

Save the Light Half Marathon & 5K
Half marathon is a run only, the 5K is open to runners and walkers - benefits the preservation of the Morris Island Lighthouse

Sharing Hope Race for Life
10K run, 5K run/walk, ½ mile walk, leashed dogs welcome - benefits Team SC go to the Donate Life Transplant Games of America

Shuckin' for Shelter Oyster Roast
All-you-can oysters, other food options, music, kids games and activities, farm animals - BYOB, no glass - benefits the Callen-Lacey Center for Children

Spectrum Valentine Ball
A night of dancing and fun for families living with someone on the Autism spectrum with music, balloon artist, snacks, family photos

Sweetheart Charity Ball
Three-course dinner, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dancing and auctions - benefits Meals on Wheels of Greenville County

The Chocolate Affair
Gourmet chocolate desserts and hors d'oeuvres, auction, black tie optional - benefits Communities in Schools

The Cinderella Project
Gathers donations of gently worn formal gowns, shoes and accessories for disadvantaged high school students - click the link for donation and boutique details

The Cinderella Project
Gathers donations of gently worn formal gowns, shoes and accessories for disadvantaged high school students - click the link for donation and boutique details

Upstate Heart Ball
Silent and live auctions, seated dinner, live music, and special honoring of survivors - benefits the American Heart Association

Whale of a Sale
Described as the biggest garage sale in the Lowcountry - benefits the Junior League of Charleston's community projects

Winter Chautauqua
George Washington with be performed by nationally acclaimed historical interpreter Ron Carnegie