North Charleston is often overlooked compared to the neighboring city that shares nearly the same name. However, North Charleston's growing dining scene and variety of entertainment venues make the state's third-largest city a destination worth visiting. Park Circle, a burgeoning neighborhood with green space and parks, features a strip of locally owned restaurants, shops and bars along East Montague Avenue.
This lively downtown hosts markets, festivals and parades throughout the year. On Thursdays, visit the city's farmer market, hosted at the new pavilion in the center of the roundabout in Park Circle. Local vendors selling fruits, vegetables and handmade goods set up shop at the market each week.
The market runs from 3-7 p.m. from May to October.
Take in the views of the Cooper River at North Charleston's Riverfront Park. The passive park, near the former Naval Base, features large oak trees and green space. Firefly Distillery has revamped its layout to improve the concertgoing experience.
Firefly Distillery, known for its handcrafted spirits, hosts an outdoor concert series on the back lawn that runs through the fall. Bring a blanket and sit on the grass while a live band performs on stage. Some of the 2024 performers include T-Pain, Band of Horses, Mt.
Joy, Lake Street Dive and Brett Young. The North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center hosts large-scale entertainment events throughout the year, including musicals, comedy acts and monster truck shows. It's also h.