Labor Day weekend is here! It’s the perfect time to unwind and enjoy some of the exciting events happening across South Carolina. Whether you’re looking to groove to smooth jazz, cheer on the Gamecocks, or dive into some Oktoberfest fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s what’s happening this week, handpicked by the Joye Law Firm team.
Charleston
Lowcountry Jazz Festival 2024
When: Saturday, August 31, 2024
7 PM
Where: Courtyard Charleston Historic District
125 Calhoun Street
North Charleston, SC 29401
Submitted by: Deana
Details: Kick off your Labor Day weekend with the soulful sounds of the Lowcountry Jazz Festival at the Charleston Gaillard Center. In partnership with Closing the Gap in Health Care, this year’s festival features an incredible lineup, including headliners Samara Joy and Brian Culbertson, promising a weekend of unforgettable jazz performances.
Columbia
Gamecocks vs. Old Dominion Football
When: Saturday, August 31, 2024
Kickoff at 4:15 PM
Where: Williams-Brice Stadium
1125 George Rogers Boulevard
Columbia, SC 29201
Submitted by: Eden
Details: Football season is here, and the South Carolina Gamecocks are ready to take on Old Dominion in their first home game of the season. Join the excitement this Saturday at 4:15 PM to show your support for the Gamecocks as they kick off what promises to be an action-packed season. Be sure to look for our new billboard featuring linebacker Debo Williams on Bluff Road near the stadium.
Myrtle Beach
Oktoberfest Fall Kickoff (Labor Day Weekend)
When: August 30 – September 1, 2024
Varying Times
Where: Grand Strand Brewing Co
819 North Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Submitted by: Matt K.
Details: Myrtle Beach is bringing Oktoberfest vibes early with a Labor Day weekend filled with beer, German-inspired bar bites, and live entertainment. From Friday’s Stein Holding contest to Saturday’s college football and live music to more music on Sunday, it’s a weekend packed with festive fun.
Summerville
80s & 90s “HWYY COUSIN” Labor Day Cookout
When: Sunday, September 1, 2024
6 PM – 11:30 PM
Where: Pier 162 Bistro & Seafood
6281 South Carolina 162
Hollywood, SC 29449
Submitted by: Marcy
Details: Throw it back to the 80s and 90s at Summerville’s Labor Day Cookout. Dress in your best old-school attire and enjoy a night of fun with delicious grilled food, garlic seafood, specialty daiquiris, hookahs, and entertainment by DJ Partie Artie.
Upstate
Comin’ Home to Cross Hill Festival
When: August 30 and 31, 2024
Friday – 7 PM – 10 PM
Saturday – 10 AM – 3 PM
Where: Cross Hill Town Park
539 North Main Street
Cross Hill, S.C. 29332
Submitted by: Rachel
Details: Head up to the 28th annual “Comin’ Home to Cross Hill” Festival for a weekend filled with small-town charm. The festivities kick off Friday with a wrestling show and continue on Saturday with a parade, live music, a car show, and plenty of food, crafts, and entertainment for the whole family.