Events in Charleston October

Events in Charleston October 2026 schedule

In October, Charleston comes alive with a vibrant array of events, concerts, theater performances, sports, and cultural festivities. Music enthusiasts can enjoy a diverse lineup featuring main performers such as The Revivalists, Haley Reinhart, The Marshall Tucker Band, The Great American Songbook with Joe Clarke, Thundercat, and the Charleston Symphony Orchestra performing iconic pieces like Firebird & Fairy Tales, Peter and The Wolf, and Vivaldi's Four Seasons. Notable venues hosting these events include the Charleston Music Hall, Performance Hall At Gaillard Center, Charleston Pour House, and Music Farm, offering a rich tapestry of live music, comedy, and theatrical productions.

October's schedule also features exciting concerts like The Red Clay Strays, The Living Tombstone, Infinity Song, and Black Violin, alongside tribute performances such as The Fab Four and rock dueling pianos. For comedy lovers, acts like Mark Normand, Robby Hoffman, and Henry Cho are scheduled to entertain at prominent venues. Cultural events include ballet performances of Dracula by the South Carolina Ballet, the Akram Khan Company dance spectacle, and Candlelight concerts highlighting Vivaldi and Fleetwood Mac.

Sports fans can catch The Citadel Bulldogs in multiple football games at Johnson Hagood Stadium against teams like East Tennessee State and Western Illinois. Family-friendly events include the Charleston Symphony's 'Peter and The Wolf' and 'Ghostbusters In Concert.' Additionally, October features unique events like the Gasolina Reggaeton Party, a lively dance celebration at Music Farm, and various comedy shows, jazz performances, and tribute nights that make Charleston a buzzing hub of entertainment throughout the month, with activities spanning from early October to the end of the month.