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Camp Happy Days Greatest Show Gala - If you're looking for an excuse to dress to the nines, look no further. Don your outfit, toast to the event, and meet new people along the way, as this is sure to be the social event of the season.

Feb 23, 6pm - 11pm

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The Gatsby Gala - A perfectly executed evening of glamour, glitz, and elegance is in store for the evening. Admire the costumes on display here and the care that went into them.

Feb 10, 9pm - Feb 11, 1am

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This compelling adaptation of Verdi's classic work revolves around a college basketball coach, his players, and their mascot. Rigoletto delves into the depths of human cruelty, betrayal, and the tragic consequences of unchecked power. Elements of sporting event frenzy paired with phenomenal vocal artistry make this an immersive theatrical experience that is not to be missed! Sung in Italian with English subtitles | Run time 90 min. Concessions will be available for purchase before, during and after the show.

Nov 1 - Nov 5

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Happy Hour at Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition - Enjoy a complimentary official/unofficial Italian summer in a glass, Aperol Spritz, or an ever-refreshing Negroni while visiting the exhibition Friday September 8th from 4-6pm.

Sep 8, 4pm - 6pm

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Camp Happy Days is thrilled to announce our 32nd annual Cabooty Party benefit Gala, A Night at Studio 54.  3 words to describe this year’s gala: disco, sequins, and FUN times What more could you want for an exciting evening out raising funds to support children diagnosed with cancer? Grab your platform boots and dancing partner for a night you won’t forget! On Friday, February 24th, Camp Happy Days will be turning Festival Hall into the iconic NYC Studio 54-inspired club for an evening of fun, themed food provided by Swig & Swine and Kickin’ Chicken, wine by Breakthru Beverages, and signature cocktails and mocktails, along with Josh Marthers as emcee and a silent and live auction featuring your favorite local fast-talker, Ken French. The event will also feature a DJ accompanied by instruments from Split Second Sound. We expect more than 400 supporters to attend the event and we hope you will join us. Grab your tickets before we sell out! Individual VIP tickets can be purchased for $175. Sponsorships and tables are also available beginning at $1,750. CHD Executive, Cindy Hay Johnson, shared “Last year’s gala was over the top and a complete  sell-out. This year’s Gala – A Night at Studio 54 promises to be even more fun and exciting and the perfect opportunity support children with cancer. I hope you will join us as we make dreams come true for kids kickin cancer!” Party the night away to help raise money for Camp Happy Days, serving kids with cancer and  their families in South Carolina. Visit www.camphappydays.org… to get your tickets today!

Feb 24

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Charleston Wine Festivals will host the Charleston Winter Wine Festival at Festival Hall (formerly Memminger Auditorium) on Saturday, January 28, 2023, 2 Sessions. Session 1 –  12 pm-4 pm; Session 2 – 6pm-10pm. We will feature 50+ different wines, mimosas, beers and White Claw to sample. Enjoy the awesome venue with Live Music, and DJ  Festival Tickets are $45 advance, $50 after Jan. 19, and $60 day of event. First 300 of each session just $35 Tickets go on sale Wednesday, December 14 at 10am Your ticket price includes a souvenir acrylic wine glass, entertainment, and all of your wine, cider, & beer samples. Food will cost extra. There will not be any Designated Driver tickets. Tickets are good for 1 session. Questions:[email protected] 21 and up event, no kids, no babies, no pets. No outside food or beverage. Rain or shine event, no refunds. (indoor event, shouldn’t be a problem) We will not have Designated Driver Tickets. Free bottled water available. Beer and Wine will be cut off at 3:45 pm for Session 1, and 9:45pm for Session 2.  We reserve the right to cut off anyone who has had enough wine. Do Not Drink and Drive, take Uber or Lyft.

Jan 28

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Welcome to the nationally recognized Charleston Wonderland New Year’s Eve. Enjoy the evening with a premium all-inclusive bar, amazing performers, incredible live bands and DJs, and a variety of acts.

Dec 31 - Jan 1

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Lexus Charleston Fashion Week (CFW) released their runway roster and pop-up shop list for their two-night celebration taking place on October 28th and 29th, 2022, at Festival Hall in downtown Charleston.

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The children of Charleston Jazz great Joey Morant are looking to honor the memory of their father and give back to the community at the same time. Morant, a jazz trumpeter, passed away last year, prompting Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg to declare Oct. 8 Joey Morant Day in the city.

Oct 8, 7:30pm - 9pm

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🍹APERITIVO (ITALIAN HAPPY HOUR): 5PM-8PM. Enjoy Complimentary "Frozen Gin & Tonics" - A Charleston Favorite - as you immerse yourself in Michelangelo’s masterpieces.

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WINTER WINE FESTIVAL! This Saturday from 12-4 and 6-10! Have you gotten your tickets yet?!

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🍹SPRITZ THE SUMMER: 5PM. $40 per person.Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition and Happy hour with complimentary Aperol Spritz Discover a new way to enjoy Michelangelo's masterpieces. Immerse yourself in the artist's masterpieces from a life-size perspective. Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition showcases the awe and wonder of arguably one of mankind’s greatest artistic achievements while allowing its visitors to experience this art from an Up-Close, Life-Sized, and Never-Before-Seen perspective.

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🎨MICHAELANGELO'S SISTINE CHAPEL: THE EXHIBITION: 10AM-7PM. Have you ever dreamt of going back in time? Take a life-size, up-close, never-before-seen perspective of Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel. With special expertise and care, the ceiling paintings from the Sistine Chapel have been reproduced in a truly unique way using licensed high definition photos. Brought to life using a special printing technique that emulates the look and feel of the original paintings, visitors are given a chance to engage with the artwork in ways that were never before possible: seeing every detail, every brushstroke, and every color of the artist’s 34 frescoes. Each image is accompanied by informative signage, and audio guides are available to rent for an even more in-depth experience.