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LOCAL BUSINESS
GENERAL NEWS
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Events this week
Monday, May 4
Fleet Feet Mount Pleasant Monday Runday | 6:30 PM | Fleet Feet Mt. Pleasant | Weekly group run open to all paces—great way to meet other runners and stay active with the local community. https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/mountpleasant/fleet-feet-running-club/MondayRunday
Cinco Days of Cinco de Mayo | 11:00 AM | Cantina 76, Mount Pleasant | Kick off Cinco de Mayo week with festive drinks, food, and good vibes at Cantina 76 — running May 1–5. https://www.cantina76.com
Nico Half Off Raw Oysters | 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM| NICO | Half off raw oysters. Come and get em! https://www.nicoshemcreek.com/weekly-specials
Tuesday, May 5
Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | 3:30 PM - 7 PM | Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market Pavilion | A local favorite featuring fresh produce, food vendors, and artisan goods—perfect for an afternoon stroll. https://www.facebook.com/MountPleasantFarmersMarket/
Ribbon Cutting – Caliente Ballroom | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | See Link | Celebrate the grand opening of Caliente Ballroom with the Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce — free and open to the community. https://business.mountpleasantchamber.org/events/details/ribbon-cutting-caliente-ballroom-3800
2nd Annual Cinco de Mayo with The Harbor Entrepreneur Center | 4 PM – 7 PM | Harbor Entrepreneur Center | A free happy hour celebration bringing together entrepreneurs, business owners, and community members for Cinco de Mayo festivities. https://luma.com/2ndw4eda
Wednesday, May 6
RISE & Radiate with FACE FOUNDRIÉ | 5 PM – 7 PM | Face Foundrie, Mount Pleasant | Join the RISE Women's Business Group for mini spa enhancements, networking, light refreshments from Charlotte's Wine Bar, and a swag bag — come as you are, leave feeling recharged. https://business.mountpleasantchamber.org/events/details/rise-radiate-with-face-foundrié-3469
Inclusive Superhero Dance Party | 6 PM – 8 PM | Mt. Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park | People with disabilities, their families, and caregivers are invited to save the day at this superhero-themed dance party with snacks and refreshments. Ages 7–12, $4 in advance. Children 3 & under free. https://www.ccprc.com/event/inclusive-superhero-dance/167/
Thursday, May 7
Live Under The Oaks Concert Series | 6 PM | Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre, 1218 Belk Dr | Free outdoor concert featuring Americana, folk originals, and classic rock and folk covers — emceed by Johnny O' of 95SX. Food truck: City Sliders. Beer & wine available from Burtons Grill + Bar. https://www.mtpleasanttownecentre.com/events/live-under-the-oaks-concert-series-2/
Town of Mount Pleasant Job Fair | 4 PM – 7 PM | Town Hall Complex, 100 Ann Edwards Ln, Committee Meeting Room 3300 | A two-day job fair hosted by the Town of Mount Pleasant connecting job seekers with local employers — also continues Friday, May 8, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. https://www.tompsc.com/calendar.aspx?EID=8950
Open Mic Night Art’s Bar & Grill | 8:30 PM – 11 PM | Art’s | You have 3 minutes on the mic - singer, comic, poet or just love the spotlight. Kid friendly: No
Friday, May 8
Party at the Point 2026 | 5 PM - 9 PM | Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina | The long-running beachfront concert series returns with live music, food, drinks, and a family-friendly waterfront atmosphere. https://partyatthepointcharleston.com/schedule
Town of Mount Pleasant Job Fair (Day 2) | 9 AM – 12 PM | Town Hall Complex, 100 Ann Edwards Ln, Committee Meeting Room 3300 | Second and final day of the Town's job fair — connect with local employers and explore career opportunities. https://www.tompsc.com/calendar.aspx?EID=8950
Korean Dumpling Making with Sarah's Dumps | 6 PM – 8 PM | The Coastal Cupboard, Mount Pleasant | A hands-on mandu (Korean dumpling) making workshop ending with a full shared Korean meal — come hungry! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/korean-dumpling-making-with-sarahs-dumps-tickets-1984192021750
Shrek The Musical KIDS – Charleston Academy of Musical Theatre | 6 PM | East Cooper Montessori School, Mount Pleasant | A high-energy, family-friendly stage production of everyone's favorite ogre story, performed by student actors. Also showing Saturday, May 9. https://www.charlestonacademyofmusicaltheatre.com
Watch on the Rhine | 7:30 PM | The Venue MTP | A dramatic theatrical performance of Lillian Hellman's classic, presented by the Village Repertory Company. Friday & Saturday. https://www.eventbrite.com/o/the-village-repertory-co-13977535611
Saturday, May 9
Cast Off Fishing Tournament | 6 AM – 2 PM | Mount Pleasant Pier, 71 Harry M. Hallman Jr Blvd | The first fishing tournament of the season at the Mt. Pier — compete for prizes in categories including Biggest 3 Fish by Weight and Best 5 Fish. Register onsite. All ages welcome. https://www.ccprc.com/2038/Cast-Off-Fishing-Tournaments
Walk to Defeat ALS Lowcountry | 9:30 AM – 12 PM | Memorial Waterfront Park, 99 Harry M. Hallman Jr Blvd | Join the annual walk to raise funds and awareness for ALS research — free and open to all. https://secure2.convio.net/alsa/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=16861
Sunday, May 10
Mother's Day Brunch — Tavern & Table | Brunch Time | Tavern & Table | Celebrate Mom on the waterfront with a thoughtfully curated seasonal brunch menu by Chef Denis — enjoy indoor or outdoor seating with Shem Creek views. Reservations recommended. https://www.tavernandtable.com/
Mother's Day Brunch Buffet — Hotel Indigo | Brunch Time | Hotel Indigo Mt. Pleasant | Treat Mom to a vibrant brunch buffet with Eggs Benedict, French Toast, a Carving Station, Shrimp and Grits, Smoked Salmon, and a full dessert spread. Reservations required. https://www.instagram.com/p/DXrZD0xj0bx/
LIVE MUSIC CALENDER
Friday May 8 |
Sunsets - 7pm - 10pm Saltwater Cowboys - 6pm - 9pm Water’s Edge Cabana Bar - 6pm - 9pm Tavern & Table - 6:00pm - 9:00pm Cantina 76 - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Vickery’s at Muddy’s - 5pm - 8pm Red’s Ice House - 9ish Cantina 76 - 5:30pm - 10pm |
Saturday May 9 |
Sunsets - 7pm - 10pm Saltwater Cowboys - 2pm-5pm & 6pm-9pm Vickey’s at Muddy's - 5pm - 8pm Tavern & Table - 6:00pm - 9:00pm Red’s Ice House - 9ish Cantina 76 - 5:30pm - 10pm |
WEATHER
SPORTS
No Charleston Battery or College of Charleston baseball home games this week.
LIGHTER SIDE
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
VOLUNTEER / NON-PROFIT
24 Hours of Nothing But Net Marathon
Join Debbie Antonelli for her 8th annual 24-hour free throw marathon benefiting Special Olympics South Carolina. The event begins at 12:00 PM on Saturday, May 9 and continues through 12:00 PM on Sunday, May 10.