OnGoing:
Daily tours of Bluffton’s Rose Hill Mansion, a Gothic Revival-style home built circa 1858 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Reservations required. 199 Rose Hill Way. (843) 757-6046 or rosehillmansion.com.
Ongoing:
Hilton Head Christian Academy has a variety of summer camp options available to the community and are now open for registration. 55 Gardner Dr. (843) 681-2878 or hhca.org for more information and camp descriptions.
Ongoing:
Enjoy Las Vegas headlining comedy and magic performers at the Hilton Head Comedy & Magic Club located at the Top of the Kingfisher private showroom. Veteran headliner of 30 years in comedy clubs, casinos and resorts, Kerry Pollock will be the host performer. Showtime is 9 p.m. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. The Kingfisher Seafood, Pasta & Steak House, Shelter Cove Harbour, 18 Harbourside Lane. For more information and current schedule, call (843) 681-7757 or visit hiltonheadcomedymagic.com.
Ongoing:
WE HAVE NEW ARTWORK! Stop by the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce Headquarters and see the new artwork on display by the May River Art Gallery Artists! 217 Goethe Rd. (843) 757-1010 or blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.
Monday – Friday:
Family entertainer, Shannon Tanner, returns to Shelter Cove Harbour for his 25th season on Hilton Head Island. Starting May 27 through Labor Day, at 6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m. *NEW* Special “Island Themed” show on Friday nights starting at 6:30 p.m. (843) 686-9098 or sheltercovehiltonhead.com.
Monday – Friday:
Cappy the Clown will be returning to HarbourFest this year, May 27 through Labor Day, from 6 – 9 p.m. Cappy will provide face painting, balloon animals and other activities. Other kids activities during HarbourFest include bouncy houses, hair braiding, arts & crafts plus more. (843) 686-9098 or sheltercovehiltonhead.com.
Monday – Thursday:
Family entertainer, Shannon Tanner, returns to Shelter Cove Harbour for his 25th season on Hilton Head Island. 6:30 p.m. & 8 p.m. (843) 686-9098 or sheltercovehiltonhead.com.
Tuesday – Sunday:
Gullah Heritage Trail Tours depart from the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Experience the Gullah culture of Hilton Head Island on a narrated tour. Reservations required. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 681-7066 or gullaheritage.com.
Tuesday – Saturday:
The Sandbox is an interactive children’s museum dedicated to the positive development of young children through educational play in an atmosphere that fosters both family and community, 18 A Pope Ave. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (843) 842-7645 or thesandbox.org.
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays:
Wish Upon A Horse Therapeutic Riding Center provides FREE therapeutic horseback riding lessons to children and adults with special needs. These lessons are available for residents and visitors. Volunteers to assist during lessons are always needed as well and no experience with horses is necessary. Donations are always welcome. Please call or visit website for more information. (843) 671-2586 or wishuponahorsehhi.org.
Tuesdays:
Buckwalter Farmers Market – Traditional farm produce as well as baked goods and prepared foods such as frozen pierogis and local jams, jellies, and honey. 2-6 p.m. Buckwalter Place, Buckwalter Pkwy. (843) 384-1658 or buckwalterfarmersmarket.com.
Third Tuesdays:
Bluffton’s Don Ryan Center For Innovation Offers Start-Up Companies Free Advice! Third Tuesdays Events Hosts a Panel of Experts in a Local “Shark Tank” Forum (Without Teeth) from 5:30-7:30 p.m. 400 Buckwalter Place. (843) 540-0405.
Wednesday & Thursday:
Summer Fun Series, “Parent’s Night Out, Kid’s Night In” at The Sandbox, an Interactive Children’s Museum, 18-A Pope Ave. June 10-Aug. 9. Drop the kids off and enjoy an adult’s night out while the kids let their imaginations run wild playing with fun exhibits and activity areas. Staff supervised arts and crafts, dinner (pizza, drink, dessert) & a fun take home craft for each child. Ages 3-9 (must be potty trained), $30 per child, $20 for siblings and members. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Reservations highly recommended 24 hours in advance. (843) 842-7645 or thesandbox.org.
Wednesdays:
Come enjoy WAFFLE CONE Wednesdays at Lovin’ Spoons Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt for ONLY $3. Belfair Town Village in Bluffton between Kroger and Truffles. (843) 837-LOVE or Lovinspoons.com.
Wednesdays:
The Coastal Discovery Museum will present Animals of the Lowcountry from Oatland Island Wildlife Center. Participants will learn about lowcountry animals, as they see a barred owl, corn snake, alligator, opossum, flying squirrel, armadillo and more. 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. $12 for adults and $7.00 for children, with advance reservations required. 70 Honey Horn Dr. (843) 689-6767 ext 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.
Thursdays:
Farmers Market of Bluffton – Farm Fresh Produce to include Strawberries, Carrots, Onions, Spinach, Varieties of Lettuce, Broccoli, Mushrooms, Beets, Potatoes, just to name a few… and Honey, Eggs, Cheese, Herbs, Plants, Flowers, etc. Prepared foods to include BBQ, Crepes, Empanadas, Gumbo, Fried Oysters & Shrimp, She Crab Soup, Crab CakesFresh Baked Pastries & Breads, Coffee, Kettle Corn, Chocolates, and much more. 2-7 p.m. Carson Cottages, Calhoun St. (843) 415-2447 or Farmers Market of Bluffton.
Third Thursdays:
Farmers Market of Bluffton – Welcome “Little Growers” 4 to 6 p.m. Come plant with us and watch your “crop” grow! Children, ages 5 – 12 welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. Brought to you by Okatie Organics & Savannah Hydroponics! Jules@SavannahHydro.com.
Fourth Thursdays:
Monthly Classic Car Cruise-ins, Main Street Village, 6-8 p.m. Join in the popular judging, food and beverages available. Meet the owners and hear their incredible restoration stories! Carolina Dreamers support many area charities with the money they raise at these Cruise-Ins and their annual Car Show. carolinadreamers.org.
Fridays:
Jasper County Farmer’s Market, 9935 South Jacob Smart Blvd., Hwy. 17, 1/2 mile south of downtown Ridgeland. The Market is from 1-6 p.m. The Market will host a variety of vendors including produce, baked goods, prepared meals, arts, crafts and estate sales. (843) 726-8126 or jaspercountychamber.com/farmers_market.htm.
Fridays:
Parrot Palooza, New Island Sunset Celebration featuring, Shannon Tanner & the Oyster Reefers concert. Starting June 21 through August 16, at 7 p.m. Plus street performers, entertainment, food, drinks and more around Neptune statue! (843) 686-9098 or sheltercovehiltonhead.com.
First Saturday:
Hampton Lake Market Day! Hampton Lake, the Hilton Head Island/Bluffton area’s premier lake community, will host a monthly Market Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. “The Market” will take place at Hampton Lake’s the award winning Lakeside Amenity Village along the porch of the Tackle Box gift shop and Boathouse areas. Shop for homemade crafts, garden items, fresh flowers & produce, art, jewelry, gifts, fresh baked goods, and more! (843) 836-7463 or cguscio@hamptonlake.com.
June 1 – August 23:
Gregg Russell Concerts under the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town, Every Night except Saturdays, 8-9:30 p.m. Family-oriented singer/storyteller performs sing-a-longs, ballads and silly songs with audience participation. Complimentary. (843) 842-1979 or seapines.com.
June 1 – 30:
Spend $200 in Tanger Outlet stores and get a FREE fashion bag, then spend an additional $300 and get a FREE $20 Tanger Gift Card. This exclusive offer is for TangerClub members only. Not a member? Join today to become part of the chic elite and take advantage of these exclusive gift offers & more. Visit the website or stop by Shopper Services to join or present your club membership card and receipts for your free gifts. (843) 834-5410 or tangerclub.com.
June 1:
“Trash Brigade” with the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, 8 a.m., 217 Goethe Rd. (843) 757-1010 or blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.
June 1:
Up The Creek Pub & Grill at Broad Creek Marina “Live Music On The Water”. 1 p.m-sunset, Chilakaya Reggae Festival. Welcome Boaters to Dock, Drink, Dine, Dance and Decompress. 18 Simmons Rd. ((843) 681-3625 or upthecreekpubandgrill.com.
June 3 – 4:
“Johnny Mercer and Me” Auditions at the May River Theatre located in the Bluffton Town Hall Building. Monday: Workshop: 6-7 p.m., Auditions: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday: Workshop: 6-7 p.m., Auditions: 7-8:30 p.m. The workshop offers an opportunity to read sides and learn one of 3 Johnny Mercer songs to sing for the audition. There will be someone available to review the music and to read lines in preparation for the audition. “Johnny Mercer and Me” is a musical based on the lyrics of Johnny Mercer (Written by Miriam K. Center and Edited by Tom Coleman III). (843) 815-5581 or mayrivertheatre.com.
June 4:
“Lunch and Learn” with the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at DiMare’s Restaurant (formerly Sublime Prime) 163 Bluffton Rd. (843) 757-1010 or blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.
June 7:
Swingin’ Medallions in Concert, hosted by the Jasper County Chamber of Commerce at the Jasper County Farmer’s Market, Hwy 17, South, Ridgeland. Doors open at 7 p.m. and Concert starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Drinking wristbands are $10 (21 and over). Limited VIP tables available- $250 (Includes tickets for 10 people. Wristbands not included). A portion of ticket sales will be donated to The United Way of the Lowcountry. Food and beverages are available for purchase, no coolers allowed, bring your lawn chairs. Rain or shine. (843) 726-8126 or visit JasperCountyChamber.com.
June 8:
Sweetgrass Basket Making Classes at the Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Dr., 10:30 a.m. Learn about the history of the Sweetgrass basket, one of the Lowcountry’s best known art forms, from a local Gullah basket maker. Then, try your hand at starting a basket of your own using locally found natural materials. $65 per adult and reservations are required. (843) 689-6767 ext 223 or cosataldiscovery.org.
June 8:
Greater Hardeeville Chamber of Commerce Bags and Boards Corn Hole Tournament! Registration starts at Noon, first tournament at 1 p.m. $30 per team. 36 Main St. Call Ronald Spikes for more information, (843) 384-2168 or the Greater Hardeeville Chamber of Commerce Office, (843) 784-3606 or hardeevillechamber.com.
June 10 – 14:
Summer Camp at The Sandbox – Enjoy a pirate adventure! Children set sail, exploring fact and fantasy about the ocean deep. Marine life, mermaids, treasure maps and sword fights will engage their imagination. Mon.-Fri., 8:30-11:30 a.m. Must be potty trained. Registration required. Daily: members, $30, non-members, $40; Weekly: members, $125, non-members, $160. The Sandbox, An Interactive Children’s Museum, 18-A Pope Ave., (843) 842-7645 or thesandbox.org.
June 11 – August 13:
What does swimming, nature walks, arts and crafts, dolphin cruise, golf, theater shows and pirates have in common? All of these activities and more can be found at Kids College’s Adventure Summer Camp, 17 Goethe Rd. Each week of camp offers a different theme and field trip. Camp runs from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Summer camp is $135 per week, which covers field trips, breakfast, lunch and a snack. Registration is $40 and covers the entire year, as well as one summer camp T-shirt. Parents who register by May 21st will receive $15 off registration per child. Parents are not obligated to sign up for the entire summer. (843) 757-9150 or kidscollegellc.com.
June 11:
Palmetto Bluff is kicking off their summer concert series with Cranford & Sons. Proceeds benefit Bluffton Self Help. Gates open at 5 p.m. and concert begins at 6:30 p.m. Under the Oaks at the Village Green, 1 Village Park Square. $25 per carload at the gate. Bring your own chairs. Food & beverage will be available for purchase (cash sales only). Courtney Hampson, cehampson@crescent-resources.com or (843) 706-6451 or palmettobluff.com.
June 11:
“Morning Coffee Networking” with the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, 8:30-10 a.m., at Sport Zone (Bluffton Village), 12 Johnston Way, Unit A. (843) 757-1010 or blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.
June 11:
Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce “Coffee Talk” with Bluffton Mayor, Lisa Sulka at Tavern 46, 6 Kitties Landing Rd. 8:30-9:30 a.m. The Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce’s networking social is a great opportunity to make new contacts, discuss community issues and more. There is no cost to attend. Anne Feldman, (843) 785-3673 or afeldman@hiltonheadisland.org.
June 12:
Birding at Pinckney Island, 7:30-9:30 a.m. Led by an experienced bird watcher from the Coastal Discovery Museum around Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge. With a combination of habitats including Salt Marsh, Maritime Forest and open fields, this site allows for participants to see many different species of birds. Depending on the time of year, diverse birds can be found including: Summer Tanager, Eastern Kingbird, Painted Bunting, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Egrets, Herons and many, many others. $12.00 per person (age 12 and older only). Reservations required. (843) 689-6767 ext 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.
June 13 – 27:
Fishing Camp, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. An interactive day camp where kids learn about the basics of fishing, crabbing and shrimping. The program will help kids discover the sport of fishing and give them all the tools necessary to continue fishing for years to come. $35 per child (ages 7-14). Reservations are required. (843) 689-6767 ext 223 or coastaldiscovery.org.
June 14:
In its second year, the Bluffton Sunset Party Series presents Blues & Brews on the Bluff, 5-9 p.m. Beer, Music & BBQ Festival with live rock & blues from “Jeff Beasley” and “The Groovetones”. Food Court. Tickets available at the door for $5 while children 12 & under get in for FREE. Lawn Chairs and leashed pets are permitted but no outside food or drinks will be allowed. Bear Foot Sports (843) 757-8520 or blufftonsunsetparty.com.
June 15:
The 3rd Annual Shag & Drag on Calhoun Street in Historic Old Town Bluffton. Free Classic Car Show from 4 to 6 p.m. Come listen and dance to one of the hottest variety bands from Columbia, SC – CITY LIGHTS who will play from 6 to 9 p.m. Only $5 per person and kids under 12 are free. Food and beverages will be available. (843) 422-2321 or oldtownbluffton.com.
June 17 – 21:
Vacation Bible School at The Church of the Cross, 495 Buckwalter Pkwy., Cross Schools Campus. 5:30-8 p.m. Rising Kindergarten through 5th Graders come join the fun! Each evening kids will have the opportunity to learn songs, motions, Bible Stories, and learn about a sport or other activity. thechurchofthecross.net.
June 18:
Business Professionals Networking with the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, Tidelands Bank, 52 Burnt Church Rd., in the Piggly Wiggly Shopping Center, 5:30-7 p.m. (843) 757-1010 or blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.
June 18:
HarbourFest, Shelter Cove Harbour’s signature summer event, featuring live entertainment, plus unforgettable food, arts and crafts, bouncy houses, fireworks and a flurry of fun activities. Family friendly entertainer, Shannon Tanner, returns for his 25th season, Mon.-Fri., with shows at 6:30 and 8 p.m. Cappy the Clown, and many other activities and entertainers will on hand to enjoy as well. Bring the whole family to this exciting, kid-friendly festival! Plenty of free parking. Admission is free. Food, beverages and concessions sold separately. Located mid-island at mile marker 8, across from Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort. (843) 686-9098 or sheltercovehiltonhead.com.
June 18:
Summer Jams presented by Island Recreation Center, 7-10 p.m. Shelter Cove Park, 39 Shelter Cove Ln. Free admission. Family friendly music and games, kid zone, pizza, BBQ, cotton candy and more! Bring your chairs and enjoy the night. All proceeds benefit the Hilton Head Island Recreation Association Children’s Scholarship Fund. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.
June 20:
The Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at Oldfield Club. 5:30-7 p.m. Enjoy great food, along with complimentary beer and wine, door prizes and more! $10 for chamber members and $20 for non-members. (843) 785-3673 or hiltonheadchamber.org.
June 22:
37th Annual Daufuskie Day, you are invited to celebrate! Boat Rides from Savannah & Hilton Head (tickets will be sold in Savannah & Hilton Head). Island Tours (narrated by natives of the Island). Vendors selling Daufuskie Deviled crabs & other Gullah enriched foods (Vendors welcome for a small fee). Program consisting of Gullah Storytelling, Music, Raffles etc. “A Day of Culture”, contact Ervin Simmons (912) 660-0500 or Amelia Stevens (843) 384-9941 for further details.
June 25:
Bluffton Quarterly Business Social with the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, 217 Goethe Rd. 5:30-7 p.m. Sponsors; Lora Lewis, Mary Kay and Vineyard 55. $10 members, $15 non-members. (843) 757-1010 or blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.
June 25:
HarbourFest, Shelter Cove Harbour’s signature summer event, featuring live entertainment, plus unforgettable food, arts and crafts, bouncy houses, fireworks and a flurry of fun activities. Family friendly entertainer, Shannon Tanner, returns for his 25th season, Mon.-Fri., with shows at 6:30 and 8 p.m. Cappy the Clown, and many other activities and entertainers will on hand to enjoy as well. Bring the whole family to this exciting, kid-friendly festival! Plenty of free parking. Admission is free. Food, beverages and concessions sold separately. Located mid-island at mile marker 8, across from Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort. (843) 686-9098 or sheltercovehiltonhead.com.
June 25:
Summer Jams presented by Island Recreation Center, 7-10 p.m. Shelter Cove Park, 39 Shelter Cove Ln. Free admission. Family friendly music and games, kid zone, pizza, BBQ, cotton candy and more! Bring your chairs and enjoy the night. All proceeds benefit the Hilton Head Island Recreation Association Children’s Scholarship Fund. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.
June 26:
Attention All Habitat Supporters! Have you been thinking you wanted to help but didn’t know how? Well…. We are currently in need of more volunteers at our ReStore! Come for a short presentation to hear about ways you can help, 2 p.m. It’s a fun atmosphere with flexible hours and air conditioning. The Habitat ReStore, located in the Old Piggly Wiggly, Hwy 46. If you have any questions or are interested but unable to make this event, Alicia Welch (843) 384-9939 or (843) 757-5864 or hfhvolunteers@habitathhi.org.
June 28:
Water Fun Day presented by Island Recreation Center, 4-7 p.m. Shelter Cove Park, 39 Shelter Cove Ln. $5 Admission, includes All Water Rides & Games. Parents Free of Charge. Food Sold Separately. All proceeds benefit the Hilton Head Island Recreation Association Children’s Scholarship Fund. (843) 681-7273 or islandreccenter.org.
June 29:
Hilton Head Beach Bum Triathlon #1, 8-10 a.m. at Coligny Beach. Beach Bum Triathlon, Ocean Swim 500m, Beach Bike 6mi, Beach Run 3mi. Course is entirely on the hard flat beach at low tide. All bikes welcome – costumes welcome – and anything goes. Come race for the Coconut Monkey! (843) 338-1481 or ononevents.com/beachbumtriathlon.
June 29:
Sweetgrass Basket Making Classes at the Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Dr., 10:30 a.m. Learn about the history of the Sweetgrass basket, one of the Lowcountry’s best known art forms, from a local Gullah basket maker. Then, try your hand at starting a basket of your own using locally found natural materials. $65 per adult and reservations are required. (843) 689-6767 ext 223 or cosataldiscovery.org.
June 29:
Trash Brigade meet at Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, 217 Goethe Rd. 8 a.m. (843) 757-1010 or blufftonchamberofcommerce.org.
June 30 – July 28:
Chicago! The six-time Tony Award-winning musical smash hit Chicago is one of Broadway’s most popular and thrilling musicals of all time! This tale of greed, murder, corruption and show biz is filled with hit songs such as “All That Jazz,” “Cell Block Tango” and “Razzle Dazzle.” Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Ln. (843) 842-2787 or artshhi.com.