Events in Charleston in May 2027
Charleston has 4 sourced events in May 2027. Compare dates, venues, and ticket sources below, then build the rest of your trip around the events you choose.
The Charleston calendar for May 2027 leads with these:
- Hell's Kitchen - North CharlestonMay 1North Charleston Performing Arts Center · Source: SeatGeek
- Dance Theatre of HarlemMay 1Gaillard Center · Source: Ticketmaster
- Leonid & FriendsMay 5The Charleston Music Hall · Source: Ticketmaster
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Going to Charleston in May?
Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- May 1 - May 29
Charleston Farmers Market - May 2027
Weekly Saturday market featuring local produce, crafts, and food vendors in Marion Square.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- May 1 - May 31
Piccolo Spoleto Festival
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: seasonal calendar
- May 25 - Jun 13
Spoleto Festival USA 2027
A renowned 17-day performing arts festival featuring opera, theater, dance, and music events across Charleston.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Memorial Day · publicMay 31
- Long weekendMay 29–May 31
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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