Things to Do This Weekend on Hilton Head
Discover our list of curated things to do in the Hilton Head, Bluffton and Beaufort areas. For a complete calendar of events, visit our event calendar here.
Arts & Culture
Featured art exhibition reception
When: 5 p.m., July 24
Where: Coastal Lighting Studio
Details: Coastal Lighting Studio is partnering with Art League of Hilton Head to present a curated selection of coastal art presented in a retooled, perfectly lit venue. coastallightingstudio.com
Wild Bees Photography Exhibit
When: Times vary, now-Aug. 17
Where: Coastal Discovery Museum
Details: See this photography exhibit featuring striking macro photography that offers a rare look at America’s native bees and their vital role as pollinators. coastaldiscovery.org
Summer: The Donna Summer Musical
When: Times vary, July 9-Aug. 17
Where: Arts Center of Coastal Carolina
Details: Don’t miss this electric experience and a moving tribute to the Queen of Disco. artshhi.com
Spring Awakening
When: Times vary, July 3-13
Where: May River Theatre
Details: Spring Awakening explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with a poignancy and passion that is illuminating and unforgettable. mayrivertheatre.com
July Palmetto Bluff Artist in Residence
When: Times vary, July 1-31
Where: FLOW Gallery + Workshop
Details: Leanne McJunkin Coulter and Rhonda Davis of Daufuskie Indigo Dyeing are this month’s featured artists. Purchase their work or attend a workshop. palmettobluff.com
The History and Archaeology of Fort Motte
When: July 12-June 20, 2026
Where: Morris Heritage Center
Details: This new captivating exhibition taps into a pivotal moment in South Carolina’s Revolutionary War history, showcasing fascinating artifacts unearthed at Fort Motte. Attend the grand opening from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., July 12. morrisheritagecenter.org
It’s Never Too Late to Begin Again
When: Now-July 14
Where: Montage Palmetto Bluff
Details: See the work of the inspirational Diana Jaffe at this local art show. jaffefineart.com
Summer Art Show
When: Times vary, now-Aug. 24
Where: Fair Winds Bar & Grill
Details: See pieces from 21 Society of Bluffton Artists at this Rose Hill Plantation art show open to the public Tuesdays through Sundays. sobagallery.com
Flight-n-Fancy
When: Times vary, July 6-Aug. 2
Where: SOBA Gallery
Details: Jan Urbanic is this month’s featured artist. See her work and attend the reception from 3-5 p.m., July 10. sobagallery.com
Lights Out Presents: The Jersey Beach Boys
When: 7:30 p.m., July 24
Where: USCB Center for the Arts
Details: Lights Out Presents: The Jersey Beach Boys brings together the iconic surf sound of The Beach Boys with the smooth, signature moves of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. uscbcenterforthearts.com
Art League of Hilton Head events
There are numerous events scheduled for this month at the Art League of Hilton Head. Don’t miss these gallery changeovers and receptions. artleaguehhi.org
- Featured Artist: Joan Moreau McKeever: Times vary, now-July 18
- Two Points of View: Photography by Bosley Images; Paintings by Murray Sease: Times vary, now-Aug. 22
- Bill Bosley & Murray Sease Artist Reception: 5-7 p.m., July 23
Anything Goes
When: Times vary, July 25-27 & Aug. 1-3
Where: Hilton Head High School
Details: Southeastern Summer Theatre Institute closes its 18th season with the sparkling, tap-happy musical comedy Anything Goes by Cole Porter. hhisummermusicals.com
Charity & Community
2025 HarbourFest
When: Times vary, now-Labor Day
Details: HarbourFest is an all summer long celebration that takes over Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina with live music by Shannon Tanner, fireworks every Tuesday, spinning hats, carnival games, face painting and more. For details and a complete list of events, visit sheltercoveharbourfest.com.
SOBA-BYOB-BBQ
When: 5-8:30 p.m., July 12
Where: Rotary Center Clubhouse at Oscar Frazier Park
Details: Celebrate 31 years of SOBA with an evening of BBQ, live music, games, contests and Western-themed fun at this party. sobagallery.com
Party in the Park + Car Show
When: 6-8:30 p.m., July 10 & 24
Where: Lowcountry Celebration Park
Details: Enjoy a family-friendly happy hour filled with live music, a car show, a delicious food truck, refreshing beverages, bounce houses and more at this party in the park. islandreccenter.org
- July 10: Palm Trees and Pistons, Tru Gentleman & Melly Mel’s
- July 24: Carolina Dreamer’s Car Club, Rock Candy & Food Savvy
Celebrating Bluffton 2025
Check out the expanded calendar of community events designed to provide entertainment, connect neighbors and celebrate all that makes Bluffton a special place to live, work and visit. townofbluffton.com
- Mayor’s Cup 5K & Concert: 6:30-8:30 p.m., July 2, Oyster Factory Park
- Slide Out of July: 9 a.m.-noon, July 19, Buckwalter Place Amphitheater
May River Shrimp Festival
When: July 24-25
Where: Oyster Factory Park
Details: Don’t miss this Bluffton Sunset Party Series event celebrating the town’s heritage as a fishing village with a 5K and sunset party. bearfootports.com
Beaufort Water Festival 2025
When: July 11-20
Where: Various locations in Beaufort
Details: Once a year, in mid-summer, the sea island that holds Beaufort becomes a gigantic stage for one of the South’s biggest outdoor events. For details and a complete list of events, visit bftwaterfestival.com.
- Daily: Arts & Crafts Market
- July 11: Opening Ceremony
- July 12: Raft Race, Bocce Tournament, Badminton Tournament, Children’s Toad Fishing Tournament, Sponsor’s Expo, Concert in the Park
- July 13: River Rally, Children’s Day, Ski Show, Teen Dance
- July 14: Motown Monday
- July 15: Caribbean Night
- July 16: Talent Show
- July 17: Lowcountry Supper
- July 18: Bed Race, Rockin’ the River
- July 19: Water Festival Grand Parade, Non-Profit Expo, Air Show, Commodore’s Ball
- July 20: Blessing of the Fleet and Parade of Boats
Gullah Heritage Festival
When: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., July 5
Where: Gullah Museum of HHI
Details: Celebrate Gullah customs, traditions, language, stories, songs and more at this annual festival. gullahmuseumhhi.org
Food & Drink
Hilton Head Olive Oils & Balsamics classes
Learn how to make the perfect salad dressings, pestos and more at one of these upcoming culinary classes. hiltonheadoils.com
- Salad Dressing 101: 3:30-4:30 p.m., Thursdays
- Pesto Perfection: 1-2 p.m., July 11 & 25
South Carolina Aquarium Good Catch Dinner with FARM Bluffton
When: 6-9 p.m., July 16
Where: FARM Bluffton
Details: Don’t miss this five-course, locally sourced seafood meal with wine pairings, dessert and insights from Chef Charles Lowney and Good Catch’s Mara Duke Blatt. scaquarium.org
Upcoming events at Salty Dog
Here are some of the July events at The Salty Dog Cafe. For a complete list, visit saltydog.com.
- Turtle Trackers at South Beach Marina: 2 p.m., Sundays
- Colorpalooza Giltter Dance Party: 6 p.m., Wednesdays & Fridays
- Family Game Night: 6 p.m., Thursdays
Lowcountry Boil Dinner Cruise
When: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursdays
Where: Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina
Details: Outside Hilton Head and Sprout Momma present a two-hour sunset cruise complete with a chef-prepared Lowcountry boil, southern desserts and a full bar. outsidehiltonhead.com
Upcoming events at Honey & Thistle
Sip, savor and shop at one of these upcoming tasting events at Honey & Thistle. For a complete list, visit honeyandthistlehhi.com.
- First Friday Wine Preview Party: 4-6 p.m., July 4 & Aug. 1
- Second Monday Pub Night: 5-7 p.m., July 14
Tap Takeover at Big Jim’s
When: 2-5 p.m., the first Friday of every month
Where: Big Jim’s BBQ, Burgers & Pizza
Details: The first Friday of each month brings a tap takeover of three Southern Barrel Brewery draft beers to Big Jim’s. palmettodunes.com
Fraser’s Tavern events
Head to Fraser’s Tavern in The Sea Pines Resort for monthly culinary treats. For details on upcoming events, visit seapines.com.
- July 15: Tap Takeover Thursdays: Pint Night
Hibachi Dinner Cruise
When: 6-8 p.m., Fridays
Where: Palmetto Bluff
Details: Set sail on a 2-hour Sunset Hibachi Dinner Cruise in Palmetto Bluff, featuring live hibachi cooking, stunning May River views and a full dinner aboard a luxury catamaran. outsidehiltonhead.com
Links Somm Series
When: 5 p.m., Mondays
Where: Links, an American Grill
Details: Enjoy special one-hour tastings with certified sommeliers every Monday throughout July. seapines.com/events
Happenings at Okàn
Embark on a culinary journey through West Africa, across the Caribbean and up to the South Carolina Coast at one of these events at Okàn. For a complete list, visit okanbluffton.com.
- Jazz on the Patio: 7 p.m., Thursdays
- 100 Okàn: 10 p.m., Saturdays Tiny Bar Concert: A Red Summer: 7 p.m., July 27
Apéritif Wine Hours
When: 5 p.m., July 7 & 29
Where: Chez Georges Bistro & Bar
Details: Chez Georges will be serving curated plates with select featured wines at these two events. chezgeorgeshhi.com
Lecture & Classes
Restorative Medicine Seminar
When: Noon-1 p.m., Tuesdays
Where: Fraum Center for Restorative Health
Details: Attend a free education event on the latest advancements in restorative medicine with a complimentary lunch. Learn how you can help your body heal itself with highly effective, non-invasive solutions to chronic pain. fraum.com
Turtle Talks
When: 8-9 p.m., Mondays
Where: Lowcountry Celebration Park
Details: Enjoy a presentation to learn more about sea turtle biology and what Sea Turtle Patrol Hilton Head Island does daily to ensure the safety and growth of our sea turtle population. seaturtlepatrolhhi.org
SOBA art classes
Head to the SOBA Gallery to learn a new artistic skill this month at one of these featured classes. For a complete list, visit sobagallery.com.
- Beginner Basic Oil Painting: 1-3:30 p.m., July 16, 23 & 30
- Know Your Color Palette: 9:30 a.m.-noon, July 22, 29, Aug. 5 & 12
Art League Hilton Head classes
Learn a new skill and unleash your creativity with one of these featured guest workshops at the Art League Academy on Cordillo Parkway. For a complete list of classes, visit artleaguehhi.org.
- 3D Wood Cubes & Collage Creations: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., July 16
- Paint & Sip: Sea Turtle Themed: 4:30-6 p.m., July 24
- Painting Sea Turtles in Acrylics: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., July 26
Coastal Discovery Museum events
The Coastal Discovery Museum presents a wide variety of classes for any interest. Here are some of our favorites. coastaldiscovery.org
- Indigo Tie-Dye Party & Face Painting: 10 a.m.-noon, Tuesdays
- Critter Meet & Greet: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
- Busy Bee Workshops: 3-4 p.m., July 16
- Sweetgrass Basket Workshops: 6-8 p.m., July 10 & 24
- Butterfly Learning Station: 10-11 a.m., Wednesdays & Fridays
July Mahjong
When: 4-7 p.m., July 14, 21 & 28
Where: Marsh on the May
Details: Learn all about the art of mahjong in this three-part series presented by Marsh on the May. marshonthemay.com
Markets & Shopping
Farmers and Art Markets
Enjoy the local flavors of the Lowcountry with some of these regular farmers and art markets:
- Bluffton Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Thursdays, 68 Boundary St.
- Hilton Head Island Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesdays, Coastal Discovery Museum
- Port Royal Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-noon, Saturdays, Naval Heritage Park
- Forsythe Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays, Savannah
- Beaufort First Friday: 5-8 p.m., first Friday of each month, Downtown Beaufort
- Hilton Head Community Market: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Saturdays, Shelter Cove Community Park
- Habersham Farmers Market: 4-7 p.m., Fridays, Habersham Marketplace in Beaufort
- Farmers & Makers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays, The Shops at Sea Pines Center
- Farmers & Fishermen Sunset Market at Savannah Harbour: 4:30-8:30 p.m., 1st, 3rd & 5th Saturdays starting July 10, Hutchinson Island
Christmas in July at the Hilton Head Community Market
When: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., July 26
Where: Shelter Cove Community Park
Details: Don’t mis this extra large Hilton Head Community Market complete with live music and over 40 local farmers, makers, bakers and more. hhicommunitymarket.com
Annual Spartina Warehouse Sale 2025
When: July 11-13
Where: Bluffton High School
Details: Spartina 449’s biggest sale of the year is this month. Get tickets to shop exclusive deals, all while contributing to charity. spartina449.com
Brims on the Bluff Anniversary Party
When: 4-7 p.m., July 17
Where: Brims on the Bluff
Details: Enjoy light refreshments, beverages and in-store specials to mark Brims on the Bluff’s first anniversary. brimsonthebluff.com
Gabriel & Co. Trunk Show
When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., July 10 & 11
Where: Forsythe Jewelers
Details: This special event offers a unique opportunity to explore an expanded selection of Gabriel & Co.’s signature pieces, showcasing the latest in elegant, handcrafted jewelry. forsythejewelers.biz
Music & Entertainment
Regular live music venues
Life is better with music, so why not enjoy live music every day of the week? These are some of our favorite local spots with regular live music this month. Check their websites and Facebook pages for details.
DAILY LIVE MUSIC VENUES
- Brother Shucker’s
- Coast, Oceanfront Dining
- Coligny Center Stage
- Dive Bar & Grille
- FISH Casual Coastal Seafood
- Frosty Frog
- Harbourside
- Kind of Blue
- Lincoln & South Brewing Company
- Luther’s Rare & Well Done
- Quarterdeck
- Ruby Lee’s
- Scott’s Fish Market
- Skull Creek Boathouse
- The Boardroom
- The Crazy Crab Jarvis Creek
- The Jazz Corner
- The Salty Dog Cafe
- The Sandbar Beach Eats
- The Studio
- Tiki Hut
MORE GREAT SPOTS (SELECT NIGHTS)
- A Lowcountry Backyard Restaurant (Mondays-Fridays)
- Agave (Thursdays-Saturdays)
- Big Bamboo Cafe (Mondays-Saturdays)
- Black Marlin Bayside Grill & Hurricane Bar (Wednesdays-Saturdays)
- Bluffton Oyster Co. Family Seafood House (Fridays & Saturdays)
- Burnt Church Distillery (Thursdays-Saturdays)
- Calhoun Street Tavern (Thursdays-Sundays)
- Captain Woody’s Bluffton (Tuesdays)
- Carolina Crab Company (Sundays)
- Celeste (Fridays & Saturdays)
- Cheap Seats Tavern 2 (Fridays)
- Chophouse 119 (Fridays)
- CocoNutz Sports Bar (Fridays)
- Fishcamp on Broad Creek (Tuesdays-Sundays)
- Hilton Head Brewing Co. (Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays)
- Hilton Head Tavern (Mondays & Tuesdays)
- Hop Dog (Fridays)
- Island Winery (Fridays)
- Local Pie (Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays)
- Luther’s Rare & Well Done (Thursdays-Saturdays)
- Melrose Oyster House & Beach Club (Thursdays-Sundays)
- Nectar Farm Kitchen in Old Town Bluffton (Fridays-Sundays)
- Okàn (Thursdays and Saturdays)
- Pomodori Too! (Thursdays-Saturdays)
- Red Fish (Tuesdays-Saturdays)
- Reilley’s Grill & Bar (Wednesdays-Fridays)
- Rollers Wine & Spirits (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
- San Miguel’s (Thursdays-Saturdays)
- Santa Fe Cafe (Tuesdays-Saturdays)
- Shellring Ale Works (Fridays-Sundays)
- Sprout Momma: (Wednesdays & Fridays)
- Sundown Saloon (Saturdays)
- The Clubhouse at Okatie Creek (Mondays-Thursdays)
- The Dunes House (Mondays-Fridays)
- The Rooftop Bar at Poseidon (Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays)
- The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa (Every third Friday)
- Tio’s Latin American Kitchen Bluffton (Fridays & Sundays)
- Top Dog Tavern & Pizzeria (Wednesdays)
- Zunzibar (Mondays-Thursdays)
Jazz in the Park
When: 7:30 p.m., July 11 & 25
Where: Lowcountry Celebration Park
Details: Enjoy Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra’s free outdoor concert series every other Tuesday throughout the summer. hhso.org
- July 8: Junior Jazz Foundation All Stars
- July 22: Tower of Funk and the Choosy Mothers Horns
Music at The Sea Pines Resort
Head to the south end for some family-friendly entertainment from some of the island’s most well-known musicians. seapines.com/events
- Gregg Russell: 8-9:30 p.m., Mondays-Thursdays, now-Aug. 7
- DJ Alan Family Show: 8-9:30 p.m., July 11 & 25
- Island Vibes Concert Series: 5-7 p.m., July 15, Coast
- Rick Hubbard’s Great American Kids Show: 8-9:30 p.m., July 18 & Aug. 1
‘Summer Camp’ for Singers
When: 6-8 p.m., July 28, Aug. 4, 11 & 18
Where: Church of the Palms
Details: Learn how to sing 4-part, a cappella harmony with the Shore Notes A Cappella Chorus at this ‘camp’ for adults. shorenotes.com
Summer Jams
When: 7-10 p.m., Tuesdays
Where: Shelter Cove Towne Centre
Details: Join the fun in the park each Tuesday with food, music and the highlight of the night, fireworks, which start around 9 p.m. sheltercovetownecentre.com
Holy Tequila Summer Concert Series
When: July 29-30
Where: Holy Tequila
Details: Grab a bite to eat and listen to Francisco Vidal at this month’s concert series. holytequila.com
Paul Reiser
When: 4 & 7:30 p.m., July 21
Where: Arts Center of Coastal Carolina
Details: Paul Reiser brings his brilliant comedy to the Arts Center stage for two thoroughly entertaining shows. artshhi.com
Sunset Celebration
When: 7-10 p.m., Fridays
Where: Shelter Cove Towne Centre
Details: Hear the best live bands of the Lowcountry and enjoy the sunset while jamming. For details, visit sheltercovetowncentre.com.
- July 11: Target & The Headliner Horns
- July 18: Deas-Guyz
- July 25: Target & The Headliner Horns
- August 1: Target & The Headliner Horns
Sports & Outdoors
July races
Sign up for one of these July races to support a good cause and stay in shape.
- Palmetto Dunes Turtle Trot 5K: 8 a.m., every Wednesday, Dunes House
- PRC Summer Pub Runs: 6:30 p.m., every Wednesday, locations vary
- Sea Pines Dolphin Dash 5K: 8 a.m., every Thursday, Sea Pines Beach Club
- Project SC – One Mile Challenge: 6-9 p.m., July 23, May River High School Track
- Hawaiian Shirt Sunset 5K: 7:30 p.m., July 24, Bluffton Oyster Factory Park
Palmetto Bluff Conservancy events
The PBC team facilitates tours, classes and workshops, programs, research and field trips to promote conservation. Visit palmettobluff.com/conservation for a complete list of events.
- Let’s Talk About…Insects: 12-1 p.m., July 10
- Brown Bag Lunch: Hurricanes of Beaufort’s Past: 12-1 p.m., July 23
- Nature Crafts: Nature Art: 9-10:30 a.m., July 29
Sea Pines adventures
The Sea Pines Resort is home to some of the best outdoor events, with exciting activities for all ages. Visit seapines.com/experiences for a complete list of upcoming events.
- Christmas in July: Polar Bear Swim: 1 p.m., July 7, Harbour Town Pool
- Christmas in July: Summer Sleigh Wagon Ride: 7-8 p.m., July 8, Heritage Farms
- Christmas in July: Sandy Sledding: 10-11:30 a.m., July 9, Sea Pines Beach Club
- Full Moon Shore Explore: 8-9 p.m., July 9, Sea Pines Beach Club
- Night at the Preserve: Full Moon Wagon Ride: 8-9 p.m., July 10, Heritage Farms
- Christmas in July: Santa’s Summer Express: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., July 11, Harbour Town
- Sunset Shore Explore: 7-8 p.m., July 16 & 23, Sea Pines Beach Club
Divided Loyalties: A Walk Through the Revolutionary War
When: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., July 5
Where: Palmetto Bluff
Details: The Palmetto Bluff Conservancy will partner with South Carolina 250 (SC250) to mark the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a special walking tour honoring Beaufort County’s often overlooked role in the war. palmettobluff.com
Community Kickball Event
When: 9-11 a.m., July 12
Where: Crossings Park
Details: Join the Island Rec Center for a community kickball tournament. Sign up a team at islandreccenter.org.
Outside Foundation events
Help keep our environment clean with one of these oyster builds or clean-ups presented by the Outside Foundation. outsidefoundation.org
- Palmetto Bluff Oyster Reef Build: 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., July 10
- Monty Jett Memorial Oyster Reef Build: 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m., July 11
- Keep the Broad Creek Clean Water Festival: 4-8 p.m., July 15
- Harbour Town Oyster Reef Build: 1:30 a.m.-1 p.m., July 21
- Town of Hilton Head Oyster Reef Build: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., July 22
- Nate Riley Memorial Oyster Reef Build: 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., July 23
Savannah Events
- July 12: James Moody’s 100th Birthday Celebration and All-Star Concert at Trustees Theatre
- July 12: Savannah Comic Con at the Savannah Convention Center
- July 12: Renegade Paws Rescue Adoption Event at The Draft Room at Berwick
- July 13: One Love Adoption Event at Petco Savannah
- July 19: Bulls Bands and Barrels at Enmarket Arena
- July 24: Telfair DIY Workshop at Frank G. Murray Community Center of Wilmington Island
- July 25: Lunch & Learn: The World of William O. Golding at the Jepson Center
- July 25: Jeezy at Johnny Mercer Theatre
- July 26: Renegade Paws Rescue’s Tattoos for the Paws at Drop Dead Tattoo Savannah
- July 31-August 3: Après SCAD Savannah at Savannah College of Art and Design
Get Tickets Now
- August 1: Brad Paisley at Enmarket Arena
- August 8: Isley Brothers at Enmarket Arena
- August 22-24: Braderie South at Jekyll Island Club
- September 13: The Avett Brothers at Enmarket Arena
Save the Date
- August 2: Bobcat Scorcher 5K at Bluffton High School
- August 2: Sea Sea’s 3 Year Anniversary Party at Sea Sea’s Honey Hole
- August 5: HHSO’s Jazz in the Park featuring Martin Lesch Band at Lowcountry Celebration Park
Concours tickets on sale now
There’s something about the color blue that makes a classic car shine. You’ll see plenty of standout shades at the 2025 Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival, happening Oct. 29-Nov. 2. One to watch: this striking 1954 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible, owned by Dennis and Armeda Manieri. Get your tickets at hhiconcours.com.
