Events in Charleston January

Events in Charleston January 2027 schedule

January in Charleston is packed with an exciting lineup of events that cater to a variety of musical tastes and cultural interests. Music enthusiasts can look forward to captivating performances at some of the city’s top venues, such as the Gaillard Center and Charleston Music Hall. The month kicks off with a stunning jazz concert featuring the Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra led by Wynton Marsalis on January 30, 2027, at the Performance Hall At Gaillard Center, promising an evening of world-class jazz. Earlier in the month, on January 8, 2027, the Charleston Symphony Orchestra will perform Beethoven's Eroica Symphony under the baton of Miguel Harth-Bedoya, with additional performances on January 9, creating a classical music highlight. On January 21, the Symphony will host ICON: The Voices That Changed Music, featuring Yuriy Bekker, Capathia Jenkins, and Ryan Shaw, celebrating influential voices in music history. For fans of contemporary and folk sounds, Carbon Leaf will perform at the Charleston Pour House on January 10. The Charleston Music Hall will welcome guitarist Leo Kottke on January 20 for an intimate acoustic show. Theater lovers can enjoy a lively production of Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance presented by the New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players on January 26 at the Gaillard Center. Additionally, the month features engaging themed candlelight concerts at The Unitarian Church, including tributes to Fleetwood Mac and ABBA, as well as nostalgic renditions of 90s music, Coldplay, and Imagine Dragons, scheduled throughout January. Highlighting the rich cultural scene, these events showcase Charleston’s vibrant arts community and make January an ideal time to experience live music and theater in the city.