Things to Do This Weekend in Hilton Head, Bluffton & Beaufort
Looking for the best things to do this weekend in Hilton Head, Bluffton and Beaufort? We’ve rounded up the can’t-miss events happening across the Lowcountry, from live music and seasonal festivals to farmers markets, food and drink events, family-friendly fun and outdoor adventures. For a complete calendar of events, visit our event calendar here.
Updated weekly with the latest events in Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and Beaufort, SC.
Arts & Culture
Hairspray
When: Times vary, April 22-May 24
Where: Arts Center of Coastal Carolina
Details: Don’t miss the Tony Award-winning Hairspray, a crowd-pleaser known for its wit, warmth and uplifting message of acceptance and progress. artshhi.com
Intimate Apparel
When: Times vary, April 17-26
Where: May River Theatre
Details: Intimate Apparel is set in New York City in 1905 and centers on a young African-American woman who travels there to pursue her dreams. mayrivertheatre.com
Always … Patsy Cline
When: Times vary, April 11-19
Where: USCB Center for the Arts
Details: “Always… Patsy Cline” is a heartfelt musical play based on the true story of the legendary country singer’s unlikely friendship with Houston housewife and fan Louise Seger. uscbcenterforthearts.com
Art Market
When: Times vary, April 25-26
Where: Coastal Discovery Museum
Details: Don’t miss one of the Lowcountry’s most anticipated juried fine art and craft shows, featuring more than 85 national and regional artists. coastaldiscovery.org
April Palmetto Bluff Artist in Residence
When: Times vary, April 22-25
Where: FLOW Gallery + Workshop
Details: Maureen Donohue Grable of the M Donohue Collection is this month’s featured artist. Purchase her work or attend a workshop. palmettobluff.com
Other event
Spring Fine Art Show: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., April 11
SOBA Grand Reopening & Ribbon Cutting
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., April 11
Where: Bluffton Public Library & SOBA Gallery and Art School
Details: The Society of Bluffton Artists invites the community to celebrate its grand reopening with a full day of art, student exhibitions and family-friendly activities in the heart of Bluffton. sobagallery.com
Other event
Annual High School Art Show: Times vary, now-May 8
Spring Art Show Reception
When: 5-7 p.m., April 10
Where: The Red Piano Art Gallery
Details: See the work of artists Sonja Griffin Evans, Rhett Thurman, Betty Anglin Smith and Mark Kelvin Horton at this spring art show. redpianoartgallery.com
Layers of Life
When: Times vary, April 14-May 15
Where: Art League of Hilton Head Gallery
Details: Debi West is the featured artist this month. See her work and attend the reception from 5-7 p.m., April 15. artleaguehhi.org
Other events
- RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing Ticket Raffle: Now-April 10
- Fine Art Print & Poster Sale: April 6-8
- Hilton Head Island Plein Air Paint Out: April 9-10
Other Arts & Culture Events
- Now-April 26: Out of the Dark – Into the Light at Beaufort Art Association Gallery
- Now-April 30: Beyond the Sea at the Sea Pines Community Center
- Now-May 5: Nikon’s Small World Photo Competition Exhibit at Coastal Discovery Museum
- Now-June 20: The History and Archaeology of Fort Motte at the Morris Heritage Center
- April 6-26: Beaufort County School District Student Art Exhibit at USCB Center for the Arts
- April 8: Sea Pines Montessori Spring Production at Hilton Head Preparatory School
- April 11-19: Beaufort Theatre Company presents “Into the Woods” at USCB Center for the Arts
- April 23-25: “Aladdin JR.” at Hilton Head Christian Academy
- April 24-May 3: “Anastasia” at Hilton Head Island High School
Charity & Community
Soft Shell Crab Festival
When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., April 18
Where: Downtown Port Royal
Details: From fresh local seafood to live entertainment and children’s activities, this springtime event draws thousands to the waterfront for a day of flavors and community pride. portroyalova.com
A Night to Soar
When: April 24
Where: Country Club of Hilton Head
Details: Hilton Head Island Land Trust’s 2026 annual meeting, fundraiser and BBQ dinner features guest speaker Aaron Palmieri with Palmetto Bluff Conservancy. hhilandtrust.org
Hilton Head Humane’s Annual Dog Walk on the Beach
When: 8:30 a.m., April 25
Where: Coligny Beach
Details: This tail-wagging tradition brings together people and pups for a great morning supporting Hilton Head Humane. hhhumane.org
Dreams Under the Serengeti
When: 5 p.m., April 25
Where: Port Royal Sound Foundation
Details: Libraries for Kids, International is holding its fifth annual charity event, featuring an immersive evening journey to Africa. dreamsunderserengeti.org
Other Charity & Community Events
- April 10: Town of Bluffton Movie Night at Oscar Frazier Park
- April 11: Port Royal Police Department Spring Fling at Live Oaks Park
- April 18: Hilton Head Humane Dog Adoption Event at Sea Island Animal Hospital in Beaufort
- April 18: Adoption and Donation Event with Salty Dog of Bluffton at Lovable Paws Rescue
- April 18: Paws & Pints Raskel’s Rescue Fundraiser at Side Hustle Brewing Co.
- April 23: Annual Shred Day at Correll Insurance Group
- April 24: 2026 Havana Nights Gala at the Parish Life Center
- April 25: 2026 Release & Remember at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
- April 30: Memory Matters 2026 Spring Gala at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
Food & Drink
Culinary events at The Sea Pines Resort
Enjoy wine dinners, tap takeovers and more this month at restaurants throughout The Sea Pines Resort. seapines.com/events
- Tap Takeover: 5-8 p.m., April 21, Fraser’s Tavern
- Thursdays: Pint Night at Fraser’s Tavern
Hilton Head Olive Oils & Balsamics events
Learn how to make the perfect salad dressing, try new dishes or engage in friendly competition at one of these upcoming events. hiltonheadoils.com
- Salad Dressing 101: 3 p.m., Thursdays
- Olive Oil & the Mediterranean Diet: 2 p.m., April 22
Wagner Family Wine Dinner
When: 6-9 p.m., April 23
Where: Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar
Details: Enjoy a selection of Caymus wines, food and lively conversation at this wine dinner. alexandersrestaurant.com
Rollers events
Rollers Wine & Spirits is the perfect place to try new libations. Sample and purchase new beers, wines and more at one of these weekly tasting events. rollerswineandspirits.com
- Heritage Kickoff Brunch: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., April 12
- Tasty Tuesdays: 5-7 p.m., Tuesdays
- Thirsty Thursdays: 5-7 p.m., Thursdays
Other Food & Drink Events
- April 7: In-Store Cake Decorating Demo at Cassandra’s Kitchen
- April 10: Fridays at the FOODseum with Cookbook Author Carrie Hirsch at TCL Culinary Institute of the South
- April 11: Lowcountry Dry Fest 2026 at Burnt Church Distillery
- April 12: Barre to the Bar at Shellring Ale Works
- April 14: The Cocktail Affair at Burnt Church Distillery
- April 16: Cigar Night at Shellring Ale Works
- April 16: Chef in Residence Dinner Series at May River Manor
- April 23: Sip & Grow Creative Workshop Series at Burnt Church Distillery
- April 24: Hors d’Oeuvres Class at TCL Culinary Institute of the South
- April 30: A Southern Table, Italian Soul at May River Manor
Weekly Food Events
- Tuesdays: Battles & Bread at Wine Time Bluffton
- Wednesdays: Pasta Night at Wine Time Bluffton
- Wednesdays: Wine Tasting at Wine Time Washington Square
- Thursdays: Featured Wine Tasting at Wine Time Bluffton
- Thursdays & Fridays: Private Latte Art Class at Origin Coffee Bar HHI
- Fridays: Friday Uncorked at Windhorse Gallery & Marketplace
- Saturdays: Saturday Spotlight Wine Tastings at Sister Sister Deli
- Sundays: Mimosas & Melodies at Windhorse Gallery & Marketplace
Lecture & Classes
Divided Loyalties
When: 9 a.m.-noon, April 13
Where: May River Chapel, Palmetto Bluff
Details: Palmetto Bluff is partnering with SC250 to mark the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a special presentation and walking tour honoring the people of May River Neck and exploring their role in the American Revolution. palmettobluff.com
Lunch with Authors
When: Noon, April 14
Where: Belfair Clubhouse
Details: Join USCB Center for the Arts, and dine with author Allegra Goodman, author of “This Is Not About Us.” uscbcenterforthearts.com
Restorative Medicine Seminar
When: Noon-1 p.m., Tuesdays
Where: Fraum Center for Restorative Health
Details: Attend a free educational event on the latest advancements in restorative medicine, with a complimentary lunch. Learn how you can help your body heal itself with highly effective, noninvasive solutions to chronic pain. fraum.com
Art League Hilton Head classes
Learn a new skill and unleash your creativity with one of these workshops at the Art League Academy on Cordillo Parkway. For a complete list of classes, visit artleaguehhi.org.
- Plein Air Painting in Watercolor: 10 a.m., April 7
- Stained Glass Butterflies: 10 a.m., April 18 & 19
- Wine Down Wednesday: Layers of Life: 5 p.m., April 22
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.
- Exploring Brusho Powdered Watercolor Paints: 1 p.m., April 10
- Magnolia Flower Workshop: 1 p.m., April 16
- Introduction to Watercolor: 10 a.m., April 16 & 17
Other Lectures & Classes
Libraries For Kids International events:
- April 20: Author Series with Jack Gannon
Hilton Head Audubon events:
- April 11: Pinckney Island NWR Golden Anniversary Celebration at Pinckney Island NWR
- April 25: Conservation Through Painting at SOBA Art School
Coastal Discovery Museum events:
- April 25: Sweet Basket Workshop
Beaufort County Library events:
- April 8: Poetry Workshop with Miho Kinnas at the Hilton Head Branch
- April 18: Local Authors Panel & Workshop at the Bluffton Branch
- April 22: National Library Week Book Bedazzling at the Port Royal Branch
WACHH events:
- April 10: Mary Thompson-Jones: The Arctic — Competition in the Melting North
- April 24: Ajay Chhibber: India’s Rise in a Changing World
Pat Conroy Literary Center events:
- April 23: Author Event with Robert Gwaltney and Bren McClain
- April 25: An Afternoon with Author Greg Howard
Historic Bluffton Foundation events:
- April 22: Dr. Emory Campbell Lecture
Port Royal Sound Foundation events:
- April 11: Native Plant Sale
- April 18: Indigo Dye Workshop
- April 25: Reptile Meet and Greet
Beaufort History Museum events:
- April 9: Revolutionary War Exhibit Grand Opening Ceremony
Pink Palmetto Mahjong events:
- April 13: Introduction to Mahjong at Gifted
Arts Center of Coastal Carolina events:
- April 23: Design Your Own Fascinator!
- April 28: Sourdough: From Starter to Finish
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: noon-4 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
- Forsyth 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 & Fishermen Sunset Market at Savannah Harbour: 4:30-8:30 p.m., first, third and fifth Saturdays, Hutchinson Island
- Side Hustle Brewing Co. Farmers Market: 1-5 p.m., third Sunday of each month, Side Hustle Brewing Co.
- Second Saturday Shop & Stroll: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., second Saturday of each month, The Shops of Paris Avenue
- First Thursday Artisan Alley: 3-6 p.m., first Thursday of each month, Shops at Sea Pines Center
Spring Fling Art Celebration
When: Times vary, April 10-12
Where: Old Town Bluffton
Details: Celebrate Bluffton’s art scene with live art demos, exhibits, activities, special drinks, extended hours and more. shopoldtownbluffton.com
Roberto Coin Forsythe Jewelers Pop-Up at RBC Heritage
When: April 16-19
Where: Harbour Town Golf Links
Details: Shop Roberto Coin’s newest collections during the RBC Heritage at Forsythe Jewelers tent, located at the 1 & 9 Village near the clubhouse. forsythejewelers.biz
Other Markets & Shopping Events
- April 11: Artisan & Vendor Fair at Four Seasons at Carolina Oaks
- April 25: Port Royal Spring Fest 2026 at ZenDen
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
- Fishcamp on Broad Creek
- FISH Casual Coastal Seafood
- Frosty Frog
- Harbourside
- Kind of Blue
- Lincoln & South Brewing Company
- Luther’s Rare & Well Done
- Quarterdeck
- Ruby Lee’s
- San Miguel’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)
- Captain Woody’s Bluffton (Tuesdays)
- Celeste (Fridays & Saturdays)
- Cheap Seats Tavern 2 (Fridays)
- Chophouse 119 (Fridays)
- Hilton Head Brewing Co. (Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays)
- Hop Dog (Fridays)
- Island Winery (Saturdays)
- Lot 9 Brewing Company (Saturdays)
- Nectar Farm Kitchen in Old Town Bluffton (Fridays-Sundays)
- Okàn (Thursdays & Saturdays)
- Pomodori Too! (Thursdays-Saturdays)
- Red Fish (Tuesdays-Saturdays)
- Reilley’s Grill & Bar (Wednesdays-Fridays & Sundays)
- Rollers Wine & Spirits (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
- Santa Fe Cafe (Wednesdays-Saturdays)
- Shellring Ale Works (Fridays-Sundays)
- Sprout Momma (Wednesdays)
- The Clubhouse at Okatie Creek (Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays)
- The Dunes House (Mondays-Fridays)
- The Rooftop Bar at Poseidon (Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays)
- Tio’s Latin American Kitchen Bluffton (Fridays)
Gregg Russell Spring Concerts
When: 7:30-9 p.m., April 13-15
Where: Harbour Town
Details: Hear entertainer Gregg Russell perform under the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town this month. seapines.com
HHSO April events
Don’t miss these spectacular concerts presented by the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra. For details, visit hhso.org.
- Symphony Under the Stars – Celebrate America!: 7:30 p.m., April 7, Lowcountry Celebration Park
- Opera Night: 4 p.m., April 12 & 7:30 p.m., April 13, First Presbyterian Church
- BravoPiano! Recital Series Finale – Elliot Wuu: 7:30 p.m., April 17, SoundWaves
- Season Finale – Brahms Concerto No. 2 with Jonathan Mamora: 4 p.m., April 26 & 7:30 p.m., April 27, First Presbyterian Church
Music & Taste
When: 6-9 p.m., Thursdays
Where: Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina
Details: Dance the night away on Thursday nights this spring at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina, featuring local favorite bands, great food and plenty of room to dance. sheltercoveharbourfest.com
- April 2: Target & Headliner Horns
- April 9: Deas Guyz
- April 16: The Nice Guys
- April 23 & 30: Deas Guyz
Other Entertainment & Music Events
- April 9: Evolution Big Band Youth Arts Benefit Concert at the Seahawk Cultural Center
- April 19: Fripp Island Friends of Music: John McCutcheon at Fripp Island Community Center
- April 23: Spring Music Concert at Hilton Head Preparatory School
- April 24: 2026 Bluffton Sunset Party Kick-Off Concert at Oyster Factory Park
- April 25: The Mary Green Chorale’s Vive la France! at Lowcountry Presbyterian Church
- April 25: Towns in Tune at Stoneworks in Beaufort
- April 26: USCB Chamber Music Series at USCB Center for the Arts
- April 29: Seth Walker at The Roasting Room
Sports & Outdoors
The Rose Hill Charity Polo Match
When: 2-6 p.m., April 12
Where: Rose Hill Equestrian Center
Details: This annual event, presented by Equus Charities of the Lowcountry, is a tradition bringing together friends, families and the community for an afternoon of polo. equuscharitiesofthelowcountry.ticketbud.com
Earth Day HHI
When: April 22
Where: Locations vary
Details: Join The Outside Foundation for a litter cleanup of all 12 miles of beach and other natural spaces on Hilton Head to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Earth Day. earthdayhhi.com
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.
- Edibles, Medicinals and Other Uses of Plants: River Road Preserve: 1-3 p.m., April 7
- Brown Bag Lunch: Plant & Insect Symbiosis: noon-1 p.m., April 8
April races
Sign up for one of these April races to support a good cause and stay in shape.
- Sea Pines Dolphin Dash 5K: 8 a.m., Thursdays, Sea Pines Beach Club
- Plaid Nation 5K: 9 a.m., April 11, Lowcountry Celebration Park
- Turtle Trot 5K: 8 a.m., April 15, Palmetto Dunes (Dunes House)
- PRC Spring Pub Run: 6 p.m., April 15, Lot 9 Brewing Co.
- Flying Frog 5K/10K: 8 a.m., April 18, Beaufort Executive Airport
- Cats Me If You Can 5K: 8 a.m., April 25, Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park
Other Sports & Outdoor Events
- April 11: Beaufort Water Festival Archery Tournament at 206 Springfield Road in Beaufort
- April 11: Car Show & Garage Sale at Clearview Automotive
- April 13: VIM Clinic William P. Stevens Jr. Golf Classic at Country Club of Hilton Head
- April 25: Palmetto Rowing Club Open House at Old Oyster Factory
- April 25: Beaufort Water Festival Pickleball Tournament on Fripp Island
- April 25: Island Rec Center Cornhole Tournament at Lincoln & South Brewing Company
- April 25: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry Charity Clays Shoot 2026 at Turkey Hill Plantation
- April 26: The Mindful Triathlon at Coligny Beach Park
Savannah Events
- April 9: Ali Wong at Johnny Mercer Theatre
- April 10-11: Billy Strings at Enmarket Arena
- April 11: Steve Martin & Martin Short at Johnny Mercer Theatre
- April 11: Salute to American Composers at Savannah Ballet Theatre
- April 12: Art Walk at City Market
- April 17: Kamala Harris at Johnny Mercer Theatre
- April 18-19: Inaugural Citywide Pottery Tour
- April 23: Friends of the Owens-Thomas House Annual Garden Party at the Telfair Academy
- April 25: Collective Soul at Johnny Mercer Theatre
- April 25 & 26: Savannah Philharmonic’s Symphonie Fantastique at Lucas Theatre for the Arts
- April 30: Crowder with Seph Schlueter and Patrick Mayberry at Johnny Mercer Theatre
SCAD April events
Check out one of these artistic events this month at the Savannah College of Art and Design, the University for Creative Careers. scad.edu
- SCADstyle 2026: April 13-15, locations vary
- Family & Alumni Weekend: April 24-26, locations vary
- SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival: April 25, Forsyth Park
Save the Date
- May 1: Pearls to Pluff Mud at Port Royal Sound Foundation
- May 1: Safety Town at Jarvis Creek Park
- May 1: Light the Night for Life Gala at Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa
- May 1: Steel Magnolias Opening Night at Coligny Theatre
- May 1-2: Yacht Hop 2026 at Palmetto Bay Marina
- May 1-2: Taste of Beaufort at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
- May 2: Beaufort Water Festival 5K/10K Run at Live Oaks Park
- May 2: IACHH Bocce Tournament at Shelter Cove Community Park
- May 2: Family Fun Day at Island Recreation Center
- May 2: The Legacy Foundation of SC First Annual Golf Tournament at The Golf Club at Hilton Head Lakes
- May 2: Annual Mother’s Day Event at Coastal Skin Studio
- May 2: 60th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee at Hilton Head Preparatory School
- May 3: Pedal HHI on Hilton Head Island
- May 3: 24th Annual Humane Society for Greater Savannah Doggie Carnival in Forsyth Park
