There are two easy ways to begin planning your visit:
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Decide which shows and performers you’d like to see.
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Determine when you’ll be in Charleston during the Festival.
The 2026 Festival takes place over 17 days beginning Memorial Day weekend, from Friday, May 22, through Sunday, June 7. Performances and events are scheduled every day, with the busiest schedules typically on weekends. Some productions run throughout the Festival, while others are one-night-only, so be sure to check individual dates for anything you don’t want to miss.
If you have questions about specific performances, please call (843) 579-3100 to speak with a Box Office representative.
Most Festival venues are located in downtown Charleston, within easy walking distance of one another. If you plan to attend multiple events in a single day, we recommend checking performance lengths and allowing enough time to walk or travel between venues.