There’s a lot to do and enjoy in South Carolina. From Charleston to Greenville, the state is filled with great events, top-notch attractions, and family-friendly experiences. The great year-round weather makes South Carolina an appealing place to live, but as we enter spring 2022, more and more events will start occurring in the state. This year, there is a lot on the horizon, with great community occasions scheduled across South Carolina. If you are looking for some upcoming, family-friendly events to circle on your calendar, there are two right around the corner. Artisphere and Charleston Race Week are coming to South Carolina; let’s look at what both these thrilling events offer attendees.
Artisphere
If you love the arts, Artisphere is the ideal special event for you. It is a massive celebration of South Carolina’s incredible artistic culture, and it is designed to be an absolute blast for the whole family. Artisphere is a rapidly growing art festival that has been featured on lists of top art events in the country. It has multiple components, meaning there is something for everyone at this massive occasion, which usually brings in north of 50,000 visitors.
Artisphere is set in Greenville at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, making it a stunning and quaint southern town. It will be taking place from May 6th-8th on the streets of Greenville. It is an outdoor event with a lot to offer, featuring the works of talented artists in several different mediums.
The three primary mediums that artists inhabit are Visual, Performance, and Culinary. The Visual art displays will have the works of incredible creators from across the country in various mediums, from crafts and sculptures to painting and collage. Entrants must be selected, meaning everything you see is pre-approved by experienced art experts.
For the Performance aspect of the festival, there will be a wide array of live music and dance performances. It will be a lively environment with great artists putting on spectacular shows for the crowd. For lovers of food, the Culinary aspect of this event is sure to be a home run. Various local vendors will sell a huge variety of incredibly delicious creations, ranging from crepes to barbecue.
The event has a lot to do for families, with the Kidisphere area having great activities for younger audiences. There is something for everyone at Artisphere, with great food, visual art, live performances, and family-friendly activities.
Charleston Race Week
Spending days on the water is a favorite pastime of many South Carolinians. No event can match the thrills and excitement of a great regatta, and that is what Charleston Race Week will provide. After several years of disappointment following the pandemic, 2022 marks a major return for Charleston Race Week as it gets back to its typical schedule. Charleston Race Week will be a sailor-friendly event, and whether you are looking to get on the water or just watch some fast-paced, thrilling races, this occasion is for you.
Charleston Race Week will be taking place on the Charleston Harbor from April 28th-May 1st. It is an event that is sure to draw thousands of spectators to the Charleston area to witness the largest Keelboat regatta in the Americas. It is a particularly thrilling event that draws numerous racers to Charleston’s waters, which have extensive tidal currents in the spring. This adds an interesting element to the proceedings.
This is the 26th year of Charleston Race Week and will be all the more exciting due to the extensive changes the race had to undergo due to the pandemic. Charleston Race Week is an innovative regatta, adding consistent tweaks from year to year, with virtual live coverage, GPS live tracking, and more.
Even if you aren’t looking to take to the water for this event, there’s a lot more to Charleston Race Week. It is known as a fun, spirited occasion, and there are beach parties, special events, educational seminars, and more. Post-race parties are one of the cornerstones of Charleston Race Week, and there will be delicious food, live music, and drinks served at areas like the Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina. It is a lively week that is one of the biggest and best events for boat lovers in South Carolina.
