Discover entertainment on Hilton Head Island with these local events, things to do, celebrity connections, people, culture and more. The Hilton Head area is constantly buzzing no matter the time of year. If you love food and drink, arts and culture, and music and entertainment – Browse our curated list of things to do so you don’t miss out on the Lowcountry’s best events. We created this list specifically for our LOCAL Life audience. Meet a few celebrities that we’ve had the pleasure of interviewing and locals that make a big difference in the Hilton Head community. We love getting to hear and share their stories and we know you’ll love them too.
From grand antebellum homes to iconic bridges and Savannah mansions, the Lowcountry has served as the backdrop for some of Hollywood’s most memorable films. Discover five historic landmarks in Beaufort and Savannah that helped bring classic movies like The Prince of Tides, Forrest Gump and The Big Chill to life.
From Beaufort’s historic streets to Hilton Head’s beaches and inland Lowcountry landscapes, discover the movies and TV productions filmed in the Lowcountry and the real locations that brought them to life.
The Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival returns Feb. 23–March 1 with a week of celebrity chefs, immersive Lowcountry experiences and events that celebrate seafood, sustainability and community across the island.
The Darius Rucker Intercollegiate offers a rare opportunity to experience women’s college golf at its highest level. From top-ranked teams to the tournament’s signature hospitality, the event delivers a front-row seat to rising stars and unforgettable moments on the course.
Discover the real Lowcountry and Savannah locations that brought Forrest Gump to life. From Beaufort bridges and shrimp boats to Savannah squares, explore the filming sites behind one of Hollywood’s most beloved films.
Discover how Beaufort and the Lowcountry shaped the iconic 1983 film The Big Chill. From the legendary Tidalholm mansion to Bay Street and local landmarks, explore the real filming locations behind one of the most beloved films of the 1980s.
Once a star of Hollywood films like The Big Chill and The Great Santini, Tidalholm is one of Beaufort’s most iconic historic homes. Discover how the landmark mansion was restored and reclaimed its cinematic legacy.
When The Prince of Tides filmed in Beaufort, Nick Nolte embraced the town while Barbra Streisand sparked local controversy. Explore the real filming locations and Hollywood stories behind the iconic Lowcountry movie.
As the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate returns this March, South Carolina women’s golf coach Kalen Anderson shares why the tournament holds a special place for her and the sport.
Singer, educator and historian Marlena Smalls has spent decades preserving and sharing Gullah culture in the Lowcountry. From founding the Gullah Festival to her memorable role in Forrest Gump, her life’s work bridges music, heritage and storytelling.