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June 28, 2022September 6, 2024

Kiawah Island Live Music Event Calendar 2024

Kiawah Island is recognized as a top destination for luxury resort living in harmony with nature. With 10 miles of pristine beaches, maritime forests, sand dunes, and marshes, the island attracts vacationers from all over the country. Not only is Kiawah Island a top destination for its award-winning golf courses, renowned tennis centers, traditional Lowcountry cuisine, and exciting outdoor adventures, but Kiawah Island’s live music is what brings the atmosphere to life.

Live music is the perfect addition to set the tone at your romantic dinner, dance along to at a local concert, or sing along with as you watch the sun go down. Whether you’re looking for a local bar with live music, or live concerts, Kiawah Island is full of lively music for everyone to enjoy on your next vacation.

1. The Sanctuary Sounds of Summer

The “Sanctuary Sounds of Summer” takes place every Saturday evening on the Grand Lawn at The Sanctuary Hotel. This local live music event is a family-friendly evening of music with each concert hosting different regional bands. Bands include The Coastal Breeze Band, Soul Fish, and the award-winning Travis Allison Band from Charleston. Bring your beach chairs or blankets to sit back and watch the best of Kiawah Island concerts as the sun goes down. Cash bar and seating area available, no outside food or beverages are permitted.

DATE: June to August 2024

TIME: 6 PM to 9 PM

ADMISSION: FREE!

ADDRESS: The Sanctuary Hotel, 1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island

2024 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
June 15 – Quiana Parler, two-time Grammy award winner
June 22 – Vinyl Daze
June 29 – The Encore Band
July 6 – Soul Fish
July 13 – Last Impression
July 20 – Thomas Champagne with Friends
July 27 – The River City Dixieland Jazz Band
August 10 – The Travis Allison Band
August 17 – Caja de Cuerdas
August 24 – Common Ground
August 31 – The Coastal Breeze Band

2. Live Piano at The Lobby Bar

The Lobby Bar at the Sanctuary is an intimate luxury restaurant with delicious Lowcountry cuisine and an atmosphere of traditional Southern charm. The menu features specialty cocktails, wines, beer, and spirits. In addition to this romantic dinner spot, Friday and Saturday nights feature live piano music for your entertainment from 7 PM to 10 PM.

ADDRESS: 1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island

PHONE: (843) 768-6301

DATE & TIME:
Open Daily | 2 PM to 11 PM
Live Piano | Friday & Saturday | 7 PM to 10 PM

3. Fischer’s Sports Pub & Grill

Situated waterfront at Bohicket Marina & Market, Fischer’s Sports Pub & Grill is a casual spot where the locals eat and drink! Fisher’s offers classic pub food like burgers, seafood, fries, and more with pool tables and darts, big screen TVs to watch the game, and regular live music from local bands.

ADDRESS: 1883 Andell Bluff Blvd, Johns Island, SC

PHONE: (843) 243-0210

DATE & TIME:
Monday – Friday | 11:30 AM to 2 AM
Saturday & Sunday | 12 PM to 2 AM
Weekday Happy Hour | 5 PM to 7 PM
Live Music | Tuesday – 7:30 PM

4. Live Jazz at The Porch Bar

The Porch Bar is located in Freshfields Village and is the place to find a space for sundowners and a spectacular Kiawah Island sunset on a Thursday evening. The Porch Bar overlooks Andell Lake with an upscale indoor bar area, outdoor porch, light fare and flatbreads, signature cocktails, and the summer soundtracks of smooth live jazz every Thursday night.

ADDRESS: 300 Farm Lake View Rd, Kiawah Island

PHONE: (843) 793-6050

DATE & TIME:
Open Daily | 4 PM to close
Live Jazz | Thursday | 6 PM to 8 PM

5. Freshfields Village Music on the Green

Freshfields Village Music on the Green kicks off with a special two-night series on Memorial Day weekend and ends with a grand finale on Labor Day weekend. Throughout the summer locals, families, and visitors to Kiawah Island gather on the Village Green with blankets, chairs, and picnics to enjoy a night of local music on the stage. Freshfields Village Music on the Green is free, family-friendly, and a not to be missed Kiawah Island summer tradition with good, laid-back island vibes!

Local’s Tip: Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs.

ADDRESS: Freshfields Village Green

DATE & TIME:
Memorial Day to Labor Day
Fridays | 6 PM to 9 PM

ADMISSION: FREE!

2024 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

May 24: Shem Creek Boogie Band
Saturday, May 25*: Silverton
May 31: Moon Dance
June 7: Dave & The Sol Beats
June 14: The Rising Tide
June 21: Loose Chain
June 28: Fantasy
July 5: Continental Divide
July 12: Color The Night
July 19: Me and Mr Jones
July 26: Silverton
August 2: Travis Allison Band
August 9: Julio & The Saltines
August 16: Blackwater Band
August 23: The Yacht Club
August 30: The Vistas
Saturday, August 31*: The Rising Tide

6. Mingo Point Oyster Roast & BBQ

You can’t visit Kiawah Island without attending an Oyster Roast at Mingo Point on the banks of the Kiawah River – the beautiful setting alone is enough to make your mouth water! It’s the best way to sample the flavors of the Lowcountry and, while it’s a celebration of our fresh local oysters, you’ll find everything from BBQ ribs and pulled pork, traditional southern side dishes and delicious desserts, coupled with live music, exquisite sunsets, and loads of family fun. Happening on select Mondays during June, July and August.

LOCATION:
Mingo Point, 876 Kiawah Island Parkway

DATE:
Monday – Memorial Day to Labor Day

TWO SEATINGS:
5 PM to 7 PM and 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

ADMISSION:
Adults – $59.99 / person
Age 4-12 – $29.99 / person
Age 3 & Under – FREE

2024 MINGO POINT DATES:
May 25th
June 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, 31st

Reserve your Mingo Point tickets HERE!

NEW for 2024:
Each Mingo Point date includes two seatings for guests to choose from when purchasing tickets: 5:00pm – 7:00pm and 7:30pm – 9:30pm.

No walk up ticket purchases will be allowed or honored
Limited capacity is available for each seating – once a seating is sold out, that date or time will no longer be available to book online.
Tickets must be purchased by 9am the day of the event
All attendees must have a ticket regardless of age
There are no physical tickets, you will be emailed a receipt as your confirmation
All purchases are final – no refunds will be issued in the event of inclement weather.

7. Deep Water Vineyard Weekend Wine-Down

Deep Water Vineyard hosts Weekend Wine-Down every Saturday from 10 AM – 5 PM where you can enjoy rotating food trucks and live music from 1 PM to 4 PM.

Experience fantastic food tastings while you listen to local musicians and enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the vineyard.

ADDRESS: 6775 Bears Bluff Rd, Wadmalaw Island

View full schedule of events HERE!

8. Salty Dog Cafe

Whether you’re coming in from a cruise, snacking on seafood baskets on the waterfront lawn, or watching the most spectacular sunset in the Lowcountry, the world-famous Salty Dog Cafe is a must-do on your trip to the South Carolina sea islands! The Salty Dog Cafe has happy hour and live music on the waterfront every day during summer season!

ADDRESS: Bohicket Marina Market, 1882 Andell Bluff Blvd, Johns Island

PHONE: (843) 952 7335

DATE & TIME:
Open Daily | 11 AM to 10 PM
Daily Happy Hour | 4 PM to 6 PM
Daily Live Music | 6 PM to 9 PM

2024 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
View full schedule of seasonal live music HERE!

9. Summer Concert Series

The Sanctuary hosts the “Summer Concert Series” every Saturday evening during summer on The Grand Lawn from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. The Summer Concert Series is a family-friendly evening of music with each concert hosting different regional bands. Bands include The Coastal Breeze Band, The Chris Crosby Band, and Travis Allison Band. Bring your beach chairs or blankets to sit back and watch the best of Kiawah Island concerts as the sun goes down.

Wherever you find yourself on Kiawah Island, there’s sure to be live music, fun adventures, and great memories to share with the whole family. Although live music is most popular during spring and summer, there are still local bars and restaurants where the locals find live entertainment all year round. Kiawah Island and live music go hand in hand – you can’t have a relaxing tranquil island vacation without soothing live music to go along with it.

Stay with Kiawah Exclusives

Wherever you find yourself on Kiawah Island, there’s sure to be live music, fun adventures, and great memories to share with the whole family. Although live music is most popular during spring and summer, there are still local bars and restaurants where the locals find live entertainment all year round. Kiawah Island and live music go hand in hand – you can’t have a relaxing tranquil island vacation without soothing live music to go along with it.

The Seabrook Island bike trails will lead to live music, but to be within walking distance from the best live music spots on Kiawah Island, stay with Kiawah Exclusives! We have a collection of 110+ of the most exclusive vacation rentals on Kiawah Island with quiet retreats on the tranquil Kiawah River, golf villas and homes on the lush fairways, family cottages in the heart of Night Heron Park, and luxury oceanfront homes with all the bells and whistles!

March 9, 2022September 9, 2024

7 Best Spots for a Cocktail on Kiawah Island

Looking for a place to enjoy a crisp cocktail? Dress up and slip into a seat for a classy beverage at the five-star Sanctuary Hotel or head straight from the beach in flip flops for live music and laid back island vibes on the waterfront – you can have it all while vacationing on Kiawah Island!

Kiawah Island has no shortage of scenic spots to sip a cocktail, craft beer, or ice cold chardonnay – all boasting pristine coastal views, salty ocean breezes, and the warm southern charm and hospitality of the South Carolina sea islands. Whether you’re looking for a romantic setting to grab a cocktail before dinner or biking and bar hopping on the island, check out our favorite scenic spots to sip a cocktail on Kiawah Island.

Where to Have a Cocktail on Kiawah Island?

The Lobby Bar

Address: Sanctuary Hotel, 1 Sanctuary Beach Dr, Kiawah Island

Phone: (843) 768 6301

Hours: Open Daily – 2 PM to 11 PM

Live Music: Live Piano on Friday & Saturday from 7 PM to 10 PM

Surrounded by southern elegance and Lowcountry charm, you’ll be sipping specialty cocktails in style at the intimate Lobby Bar, located in Kiawah Island’s award-winning Sanctuary Hotel. Despite being drenched in southern elegance, The Sanctuary Lobby Bar is anything but snobby and offers a romantic and relaxing “resort casual” environment with indoor and outdoor seating to share a cocktail, or two! The food menu is light with a choice of charcuterie and cheese plates, shrimp cocktail, Pimento Cheese Dip, and a small selection of desserts – because here at The Lobby Bar, the focus is on signature cocktails and South Carolina craft beers.

The Lobby Bar is known for its signature “Walk & Talk” and “Sit & Sip” cocktails with classic combos of top-shelf spirits and flavorful fruit or coconut fat-washed infusions. They also offer a selection of wines by the glass and bottle, craft beers from local SC breweries, spirits & mixers, and mocktails or “nearly beer” (less than 0.5% alcohol) for non-drinkers. Friday and Saturday evenings come with a side of soothing piano music from 7 PM to 10 PM.

Local Tip: Round off your cocktail with casual dining at the Sanctuary’s Lowcountry Jasmine Porch or fine dining at the Ocean Room, Kiawah Island’s Forbes Five-Star rated signature steakhouse with gorgeous ocean views if you reserve before sunset! Dinner reservations may be made by contacting the concierge at (877) 683-1234. And, you can always return to the Lobby Bar for a nightcap!

Salty Dog Café

Address: Bohicket Marina Market, 1882 Andell Bluff Blvd, Johns Island

Phone: (843) 952 7335

Hours: Open Daily for Lunch & Dinner – 11 AM to 10 PM

A signature cocktail at the iconic Salty Dog Café on the Bohicket Marina waterfront is a must-do during your stay on Kiawah Island. Your cocktail comes complete with breathtaking views of the Lowcountry creek, waterfront firepits, live weekend music, and magical sunsets casting shadows over the boats bobbing in the marina. If you’re dreaming of relaxing dolphin watching with southern-style seafood from the docks and a cocktail in hand, this is the spot!

The Salty Dog Café spans two stories with an indoor bar area and big screen TVs, a wraparound waterfront patio and upper-level deck for alfresco sunset cocktails, and a lawn area with Adirondack chairs to watch the boats (and dolphins) cruise by. It’s casual and kid-friendly with a laid-back island vibe. Sip on signature Salty Dog draughts brewed locally or pick a handcrafted cocktail from a local Charleston distillery. Seating is on a first come, first served basis!

Local Tip: Salty Dog Café has happy hour every day from 4 PM to 7 PM. Gather up your friends and family and get down to Bohicket Marina for the most legendary waterfront dining experience in the Lowcountry.

Ryder Cup Bar

Address: Ocean Couse Clubhouse, Kiawah Island

Phone: (843) 266 4085

Hours: Open Daily for Lunch & Dinner – 11 AM to 9 PM

Overlooking the 18^th hole of the world-famous PGA Ocean Course and the calm Atlantic Ocean beyond, the setting of the Ryder Cup Bar is simply sublime! The Ryder Cup Bar is not only for golfers and families are welcome, making it a perfect option for cocktails with the kids. Order some share plates, sand “wedges’, or a hearty entrée from the modern pub menu, set the kids up with some finger food to keep them smiling, and settle in for cocktail hour with the most iconic view on Kiawah Island.

Whether you’re celebrating a round of golf, or simply soaking up the view, a 19^th Hole Cocktail is a must! Or perhaps you started your golf round with an Ocean Course Bloody Mary? The cocktail selection is interesting with options like spicy Gator Bites with green chili vodka, and Sweet Tea Mojitos, or choose from a selection of wines by the glass and bottle, domestic and international beers, or an American Pale Ale brewed locally at Low Tide Brewing on Johns Island. The Ryder Cup Bar operates on a first come first serve basis and does not require reservations.

Local Tip: The Ryder Cup Bar boasts the BEST sunset views on Kiawah Island from the classic Lowcountry verandah. Enjoy front row seats to a spectacular sunset and follow it up with ocean to table fine dining at the Atlantic Room, Kiawah Island’s signature seafood restaurant. Call (843) 266-4085 for reservations.

Porch Bar & Grill

Address: Freshfields Village, 300 Farm Lake View Rd, Kiawah Island

Phone: (843) 793 6050

Hours: Open Daily – 4 PM to Close

Live Music: Live Jazz Thursday from 6 PM to 8 PM

The Porch Bar at Freshfields Village is perfect for date night or a gathering of friends. The interiors are elegant and inviting with plush lounge seating and accent chairs surrounding a soaring stone fireplace, elegant chandeliers draping from the ceilings, long tables for large groups, intimate spaces that allow for romance, and a vibrant atmosphere that attracts a bevy of locals and visitors to Kiawah and Seabrook Island. The outdoor porch seating offers the perfect perch for sunset cocktails with views over Freshfields Village Andell Lake.

The Porch Bar only offers light fare with a small choice of cheeses, chicken sliders, and gourmet flatbreads to pair with upscale handcrafted cocktails like the Charleston Nippitaty (local organic gin, cucumber, and crackled black pepper), the Kiawah Sparkler (Bombay Sapphire, Chambord, prosecco, and lemon) or the Seabrook Manhattan (rye whiskey, black walnut, and brandied cherries). Classic Lowcountry cocktails that may have you returning for a second serving, with some light jazz!

Local Tip: Looking for live music on Kiawah Island? Every Thursday night, The Porch Bar entertains patrons with the soul-stirring sounds of live jazz from 6 PM to 8 PM.

Cantina 76

Address: Freshfields Village, 219 Farm Lake View Rd, Kiawah Island

Phone: (843) 737 4607

Hours: Open Daily for Lunch & Dinner
Sunday to Thursday – 12 PM to 9 PM
Friday & Saturday – 12 PM to 10 PM

For mouthwatering hand-crafted margaritas and imaginative Mexican-inspired cuisine in a casual setting, head to Cantina 76 situated next to The Porch Bar in Freshfields Village. In fact, from here on you can even do a little happy hour hopping! This family-owned taqueria and bar is casual and upbeat with a vibey indoor dining area and an outdoor patio overlooking Andell Lake to gather with friends, family, or your four-legged fur babies!

Whether you’re after a quick cocktail or a night out on the town, Cantina 76 hits the spot! The Mexican-inspired menu includes a selection of starters, share plates, and entrees made in house daily, and all types of tequila for handcrafted and made-to-order margaritas – you can even order a skinny margarita without the calories! If you’re starting early, check out their selection of brunch drinks including mimosas and bloody marys.

Local Tip: From September through March, Cantina 76 has weekday happy hour specials from 4 PM to 7 PM – half price off house margaritas, $2 for Tecate & PBR cans, $2.50 for domestic and imported beers, $3 for craft beers, sangria, and house liquors, and $4 for house wines!

King Street Grille

Address: Freshfields Village, 679 Freshfields Dr, Kiawah Island

Phone: (843) 768 5444

Hours: Open Daily for Lunch & Dinner – 11 AM to 10 PM

Voted “Best Sports Bar” for 7 years running, the award-winning King Street Grille in Freshfields Village is an upscale neighborhood sports bar with “great food, great beer, great atmosphere” and an epic daily happy hour (4 PM to 7 PM) if you’re 21+ and seated at the bar! It’s located across from Cantina 76 so you can even pick your vibe for a lakeside cocktail!

The King Street Grille has a classic indoor sports bar area with multiple big screen TVs and a pet-friendly patio overlooking Andell Lake for alfresco cocktail vibes. Snack on scratch-made menu items or indulge in a hearty homestyle meal while savoring King Street Grille’s selection of creative and colorful cocktails that’ll savor your sweet tooth, or deliver a kick.

Local Tip: Freshfields Village is super pet-friendly with many dog-friendly patios, including King Street Grille! If you’re looking for pet-friendly vacation rentals, you’ll find the pawfect home for Fido in our selection of pet-friendly homes on neighboring Seabrook Island – where the beaches are dog friendly year round too!

FortyEight – Wine Bar & Kitchen

Address: Freshfields Village, 547 Freshfields Dr, Kiawah Island

Phone: (843) 768 2245

Hours: Open Daily for Lunch & Dinner
Monday to Saturday – 11 AM to 9:30 PM
Sunday – 12 PM to 9:30 PM

While sipping your way through Freshfields Village, wine lovers must make a stop for a unique sommelier experience at FortyEight Wine Bar + Kitchen. Why FortyEight? Here you’ll find 48 wines available by the glass, 48 local craft beers, 48 fabulous food options, and a seasonal cocktail list of old-school classics and innovative specialties.

The Wine Bar operates on an innovative smartcard system, that you can reload as you taste! Choose from 48 wines from around the world with three tasting sizes (1 oz, 3 oz, or 6 oz), and an expert sommelier team on hand to guide you. All wines are available to purchase by the bottle to take home. Kitchen classics to pair range from share plates, soups, salads, sandwiches, and mix-and-match charcuterie boards to flatbreads and entrees, including their famous Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and Filet Mignon!

Local Tip: Take your local wine tasting experience to the next level by reserving a spot at one of FortyEight’s exclusive wine pairing dinners featuring award-winning wineries and exceptional cuisine.

You can serve it shaken or stirred when you stay with Kiawah Exclusives! Sip cocktails oceanfront at Beachwalker Park or perhaps poolside overlooking the lush fairways, tranquil lagoons, ancient maritime forests, and natural seclusion Kiawah Island is known for.