The 2nd Sunday on King Street Community March 2026

March 6, 2026Susan Lucas

Bluemercury Jobs and a New Food Truck

March 5, 2026Business, Food, Guess Who’s Coming, BeautySusan Lucas

Welcome to 2nd Sunday on King Street Lola’s Lumpia Food Truck. See and taste on Lower King Street.

Pick up your Goop and maybe get a job at Bluemercury 278 King St.

Hiring event at Bluemercury 278 King Street. Spread the word and pick up your GOOP too!

Chamber Music Charleston Concert on 2nd Sunday and a Must Attend CSOL Event

March 5, 2026Music, ExperiencesSusan Lucas

Speaking of being an American: This Sunday, remember to set all your clocks either forward or backward by an hour without having the faintest idea why. JUST DO IT, CITIZEN. ~Dave Barry

Chamber Music Charleston acclaimed Ovation Concert Series continues on Sunday, March 8, 2023, at 3:00 PM at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, 405 King Street with a program of music for string sextet.

Guest violinist Daniel Ching, founding member of the internationally celebrated Miró Quartet, and guest cellist Alan Rafferty of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra join musicians of Chamber Music Charleston for an afternoon of richly textured, exuberant chamber music. The concert opens with Mozart’s Grande Sestetto Concertante, an exquisite and rarely heard arrangement of the composer’s beloved Sinfonia Concertante, K. 364. The program continues with Dvořák’s String Sextet in A Major, Op. 48, a masterpiece overflowing with folk-inspired melodies, vibrant rhythmic energy, and the warm lyricism for which the composer is cherished.

Tickets begin at $35 for general audiences and $10 for students and accompanying parents. For tickets and additional information, visit chambermusiccharleston.org

Woodturner of the Year visits 2nd Sunday

March 4, 2026Susan Lucas

Paul Courtwright was named Woodturner of the Year by the American Association of Woodturners. And, he’s passing through Charleston this weekend, stopping just long enough to share his skills and excellent products at 2nd Sunday on King Street.

Paul’s love of woodturning led him to spend hours on the lathe, honing his knowledge of the craft, attending shows and loading videos on to his YouTube channel, Wood Chip Woodworking. Don’t miss the opportunity to pick up pieces of Paul’s work while he’s in town!

It’s a sidewalk sale at The Boutique!

March 3, 2026Guess Who’s Coming, ShoppingSusan Lucas

The Boutique Charleston will host a rare Sidewalk Sale on March 8 during 2nd Sunday (12–5 p.m.), featuring up to 50% off discontinued pieces and special finds - including select brands rarely offered at a discounted prices! Shoppers are encouraged to stop by 302 King Street early for the best selection.

“For nearly 70 years, The Boutique has serviced the Charleston area with some of the finest, most exclusive handmade items found locally and around the globe. Our offerings intertwine simple necessity with romantic luxury, achieving the perfect balance in any home.”

FIGARO! FIGARO! FIGARO! Charleston Opera Theatre Presents

February 27, 2026Music, ExperiencesSusan Lucas

Rossini's Il barbiere di Siviglia

Rossini's beautiful and face-paced comic opera is coming to the Sottile stage!

*Sung in Italian with English Supertitles

This fully staged production is presented in partnership with the Charleston Symphony Orchestra.

Charleston Jazz Festival April 13-21

February 26, 2026Susan Lucas

The Charleston Jazz Festival Artists Herlin Riley and Danilo Pérez

The Charleston Jazz Festival returns April 13–21, 2026, for nine days of spectacular performances, community events, and educational programming set across Charleston’s historic venues. Bringing together internationally acclaimed artists, celebrated local musicians, and dynamic cultural leaders, the 2026 Festival offers a powerful celebration of jazz in the cultural heart of the city.

From intimate listening rooms to grand concert stages, this year’s Festival reflects jazz’s global reach and deep American roots. As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, the 2026 Charleston Jazz Festival highlights jazz as one of America’s original art forms—born from resilience, creativity, and cultural exchange—and honors its continuing evolution.

'The Charleston Jazz Festival has become a cultural cornerstone for our region — bringing extraordinary artists and engaged audiences together while deepening our commitment to education and community impact. More than a series of concerts, the festival celebrates creativity, connection, and the uniquely American art form with roots in Charleston that continues to evolve here today. We’re proud to showcase our city as a destination for world-class jazz while ensuring meaningful access and inspiration for audiences of all ages.' -Tatjana Beylotte, Executive Director

Education and community engagement remain at the heart of the Festival’s mission. This year, Festival artists Danilo Pérez and Herlin Riley will each present programs in Charleston County public schools, connecting directly with students through performance and conversation. Riley will also lead a free public masterclass at the Charleston Jazz Academy. In collaboration with the University of South Carolina Department of Jazz, the Charleston Jazz Academy proudly presents the annual Jazz Girls Day—an open invitation for middle and high school girls to participate in a day of masterclasses, meaningful mentorship, live performances, and an exciting jam session. The Festival culminates with Rhythm and Flow: America’s Story at 250, a free panel discussion and performance exploring how jazz reflects the American experience as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.

2026 Festival Schedule

Monday, April 13 – 6:00 PM
Ann Caldwell & LooseFitt Jazz Ensemble
The Establishment Restaurant

Tuesday, April 14 – 7:30 PM
College of Charleston Faculty Jazz Ensemble
Simons Recital Hall, College of Charleston

Wednesday, April 15 – 7:30 PM
Alfredo Rodriguez Trio
Simons Recital Hall, College of Charleston

Thursday, April 16 – 6:00 PM
Jazz Messengers - A Tribute to Art Blakey Feat. Abdiel Iriarte Sextet
American Theater

Thursday, April 16 – 8:00 PM
Rebel With A Cause - Nina Simone Tribute Feat. Alva Anderson Quartet
American Theater

Friday, April 17 – 6:00 PM
The Al Di Meola VIP Package
Charleston Music Hall

Friday, April 17 – 7:30 PM
Al Di Meola Acoustic Quartet
Charleston Music Hall

Saturday, April 18 – 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM
Global Connections featuring Danilo Pérez with the Charleston Jazz Orchestra
Charleston Music Hall

Sunday, April 19 – 5:00 PM
Herlin Riley Quartet + Gullah Collective
Charleston Music Hall

Monday, April 20 – 6:00 PM
Herlin Riley Masterclass (FREE)
Charleston Jazz Academy

Tuesday, April 21 – 6:00 PM
Rhythm and Flow: America’s Story at 250, Panel Discussion + Performance (FREE)
Fox Music House

Tickets for all events are on sale now at CharlestonJazz.com.

Founded to celebrate Charleston’s rich jazz heritage and showcase artists from around the globe, the Charleston Jazz Festival has grown into a premier cultural event in the Southeast. Each year, the festival presents unforgettable performances featuring world-renowned musicians, rising stars, and collaborative artistic experiences that highlight the vibrancy of Charleston’s arts community.

The 2nd Sunday on King Street Community February 2026

February 21, 2026Susan Lucas

Thanks for the memories

February 10, 2026ArtSusan Lucas

Jaime Emfinger with Meraki Photo by Jaime sent us the best gift, a professional photoshoot of 2nd Sunday on King Street. A relative newcomer, this talented photographer is going to make a big splash. Meet Jaime at the 2nd Sunday VIP Tent in front of the Apple Store March 8.

At the Gaillard 2026 When the Trees Become the Monuments

February 8, 2026Artist Spotlight, Experiences, ArtSusan Lucas

Monuments by Craig Walsh February 27–March 31, 2026 | Nightly from 6:30pm to 10:00pm (free and open to the public)

In 2026, the Charleston Gaillard Center will present artist Craig Walsh's Monuments—a striking outdoor installation that honors local community members who make an extraordinary impact in quiet ways.

This spring, Charleston’s idea of a monument changes.

Instead of bronze figures on pedestals, Monuments turns living trees into portraits of real community members — projected onto bark and branches after dark. The free outdoor installation runs February 27 – March 31, 2026 at the Gaillard Center grounds.

Walsh’s work honors people who rarely receive formal recognition: educators, advocates, mentors, caregivers — the civic infrastructure of a city. Rather than memorializing distant history, it highlights the people actively shaping Charleston right now.

Set near the future Anson Street African Burial Memorial site, the project quietly asks a question Charleston continues to wrestle with:

Who deserves to be remembered — and how?

You don’t stand in front of these monuments.

You walk among them.

Free · Nightly · Outdoors

Spring in Charleston: Where Design Meets Discovery

February 7, 2026Charleston Made, ExperiencesSusan Lucas

The Historic Charleston Foundation wants to tell you about the Charleston Festival (March 18-April 11) and Charleston by Design (March 12-15) as well as present some of the artifacts found at two museum houses during archaeological digs.

Every spring, Charleston doesn’t just show off — it opens up.

Behind gates, inside historic rooms, and even beneath floorboards, the city reveals how it has actually lived.

From March 12–15, Charleston by Design begins the season.

From March 18–April 11, The Charleston Festival expands that conversation across the peninsula.

Together they form a single idea: preservation isn’t nostalgia — it’s investigation.

Charleston by Design shows the intention. The Charleston Festival shows the evidence.

Charleston, uniquely, allows both conversations to happen in the same month, sometimes in the same house. You might walk through a perfectly restored dining room in the morning… and that afternoon learn what was thrown away just outside its door 200 years ago.

Because preservation is often mistaken for decoration. But in Charleston, preservation is forensic.

It asks not just what survived — but whose stories were buried. Spring is when the city answers.

Meet the Charleston Historic Foundation in front of H&M at 281 King Street.

Charleston County Clemson Club

February 7, 2026Susan Lucas

This weekend you can see a lot of orange at Clemson on the Coast.

Find Charleston Clemson Club swag, information about Clemson's operations in the Lowcountry (Clemson Design Center at the Cigar Factory, Clemson Restoration Institute in North Charleston) in front of Earthbound Trading Co. at 343 King Street.

Palmetto City Ballet

February 7, 2026Art, Artist Spotlight, Guess Who’s ComingSusan Lucas

Meet the fabulous Palmetto City Ballet in front of Lululemon at 279 King Street.

Spoleto Festival USA

February 7, 2026Artist Spotlight, Experiences, Guess Who’s ComingSusan Lucas

Spoleto is dance. It's music. It's Brandi Carlile under the oak trees. It's Ken Burns in the Sotille. It's 17 days and 100+ performances. Spoleto representatives will be at 330 King Street, College Corner on 2nd Sunday.

Here’s your valentine!

February 6, 2026Susan Lucas

Every February the same ritual repeats: bouquets appear in grocery carts, florists work overtime, and for about four beautiful days the house smells like romance. Then — quietly — the petals drop, the water clouds, and the Valentine is over. Don’t get us wrong, flowers are lovely. We want fresh flowers around the house every day! But when it comes to valentines, they’re temporary.

Art, on the other hand, keeps showing up.

It hangs on the wall years later.

It sits on the bedside table.

It becomes the mug they only use in the morning.

It turns into the bowl that holds keys every day for a decade.

It becomes part of a person’s routine — which is really what love is anyway.

This Valentine’s Day, give something that stays.

And in Charleston at 2nd Sunday on King Street, you don’t have to search far to find it.

Here’s local artist Tate Nation’s ode to love… available as a limited edition print. “Heart On My Sleeve"

7 x 9 inches

Edition is limited to 143 signed & numbered prints, printed on heavyweight, acid-free paper with archival inks, unframed

$110 includes insured shipping

SEWE at Second Sunday

February 6, 2026Art, Dogs, Experiences, ShoppingSusan Lucas

The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) will be at 2nd Sunday on King Street in Charleston on Sunday, February 8th, offering attendees the opportunity to purchase SEWE Day Tickets and official SEWE lanyards in person. With online Day Ticket sales closed, this is a convenient way to secure your tickets ahead of the event.

SEWE representatives will be on hand to answer questions, share event details, and provide SEWE show brochures and information about what to expect during the weekend celebration of wildlife art, conservation, and sporting traditions.

Stop by the SEWE table during 2nd Sunday to grab your tickets and lanyards and get ready for SEWE the following weekend! They’ll be near 237 King Steet, Amalfi of Florence.

Thank a Cop

February 4, 2026ExperiencesSusan Lucas

2nd Sunday on King Street is safe. It’s a way to enjoy downtown Charleston with her many cultural offerings, shared with your friends and neighbors. Security is provided by the City of Charleston’s finest, and in 15 years we’ve never had an incident to report. Why do we, 2nd Sunday’s staff, buy lunch for the cops? Pretty small thank you for the safety and protection they provide. Stop and thank those men and women who put our safety over their own.

How local artists, academic institutions, and community events like 2nd Sunday on King Street work together to shape Charleston’s cultural life

February 1, 2026Experiences, Theatre, MusicSusan Lucas

From the George Street Box Office February Newsletter

Fall in love with our exciting offerings! The George Street Box Office is thrilled to announce our February selections of music events, theatre productions, professional opportunities, and school spirit activities. For any ticketing questions, call at 843.953.GSBO (4726) or email gsbo@charleston.edu.

International Piano Series presents Drew Petersen

February 3 | College of Charleston Sottile Theatre

Tickets & More Information

College of Charleston Department of Music presents "2nd Monday Series: Jazz Faculty Showcase"

February 9 | College of Charleston Simons Center Recital Hall

Tickets & More Information

College of Charleston Department of Theatre and Dance presents "Romeo and Juliet"

February 19-26 | College of Charleston Black Box Theatre

Tickets & More Information

College of Charleston Opera presents "Hänsel und Gretel"

February 20-22 | College of Charleston Sottile Theatre

Tickets & More Information

Let’s All Enjoy Restaurant Week Downtown at 2nd Sunday!

January 9, 2026Fine Dining, FoodSusan Lucas

Try someplace new, or enjoy an old favorite. It’s Charleston Restaurant Week Downtown.

A Lithophane Nightlight Christmas

January 4, 2026Shopping, ArtSusan Lucas

What an excellent choice these Lowcountry Lithophane Nightlights were for family, friends and corporate gifting! We used fancy monograms, Finnish symbols and photographs to create custom pieces for each recipient. We included a statement with each piece and the gratitude flowed. Thank you Blane Shirley for your unique historical creations and excellent customer service.

The hit gift of our Christmas season. You are the designer, making these an especially personal gift.

From Our 2nd Sunday Editor, via @2ndsundayonking

Tuesday night seat at the bar @lolarose_mtp

We love this park! Love, love, love it more each time we get to sit on a bench in the sun at 2nd Sunday—or any day! Thank you for blessing us with this, Peter Navarro and Beemok for the best possible gift.

Andrew Jackson is captive in our Apple Wallet.

Puppies!

306 King Street! Cool windows cool clothes everything!

Limited edition Tate Nation gift bags and wrap is available at King & Hasell during 2nd Sunday!

Very good news! "Charleston is taking a major step toward a cooler, greener future with ReLEAF, Mayor Cogswell’s citywide tree canopy initiative. The goal is to plant 5,000 new trees in five years, with a focus on neighborhoods that need shade most. ReLEAF strengthens public health, climate adaptation, and neighborhood quality of life. The program is planned to launch in spring 2026!”

KKBE’s Lowcountry Nosh is on November 9 at 2nd Sunday on King Street. Mazel tov!

Sometimes the best preparations can’t keep us dry. Sorry we needed to cancel 2nd Sunday, folks. See you November 9th!