Charleston

On Thursday, March 2nd, three blocks of upper King Street will be transformed into a pedestrian-only celebration of food and beverages from the City and the Charleston Wine + Food Festival. The first-ever street fest collaboration between the two entities will run from 6 pm to 9 pm and will extend between John and Mary and along Ann Streets. This free, family-friendly event will feature a musical stage, for-purchase food and beverages, and entertainment. Neighborhood businesses will be invited to participate; and Charleston-licensed food, beverage or arts/crafts vendors are invited to apply here to vend or exhibit. “We are excited to partner with Charleston Wine + Food to host a free, family-friendly event on King Street,” said Charleston Mayor John Tecklenburg. “The Street Fest will bring together the community for a lively celebration with local food and music. It’s sure to be a great time for all.” The first free, family-friendly Festival programming was introduced in 2022 with an outdoor movie in Hampton Park and food truck corral at the Culinary Village. “Making our Festival more accessible and inclusive is a major goal for Wine + Food,” said Alyssa Maute Smith, Executive Director. “Partnering with the City and our sponsors makes that possible, and we are excited to present our first-ever free feast and fest.” Attendees can look forward to live music and entertainment throughout the evening. A length of Ann Street will be home to a 21-and-over wine and beer garden, where attendees can purchase drinks. Food will be available throughout the area, thanks to food trucks, vendors, and neighborhood entities on site. For more information about the City of Charleston Wine + Food Street Fest or the entire Festival schedule, visit their website, or find them on all major social channels.