Kiawah Island is recognized as a top destination for luxury resort living in harmony with nature. With 10 miles of pristine beaches, maritime forests, sand dunes, and marshes, the island attracts vacationers from all over the country. Not only is Kiawah Island a top destination for its award-winning golf courses, renowned tennis centers, traditional Lowcountry cuisine, and exciting outdoor adventures, but Kiawah Island’s live music is what brings the atmosphere to life.
Live music is the perfect addition to set the tone at your romantic dinner, dance along to at a local concert, or sing along with as you watch the sun go down. Whether you’re looking for a local bar with live music, or live concerts, Kiawah Island is full of lively music for everyone to enjoy on your next vacation.
1. The Sanctuary Sounds of Summer
The “Sanctuary Sounds of Summer” takes place every Saturday evening on the Grand Lawn at The Sanctuary Hotel. This local live music event is a family-friendly evening of music with each concert hosting different regional bands. Bands include The Coastal Breeze Band, Soul Fish, and the award-winning Travis Allison Band from Charleston. Bring your beach chairs or blankets to sit back and watch the best of Kiawah Island concerts as the sun goes down. Cash bar and seating area available, no outside food or beverages are permitted.
DATE: June 3 to August 26, 2023
TIME: 6 PM to 9 PM
ADMISSION: FREE!
ADDRESS: The Sanctuary Hotel, 1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island
2023 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
June 3 – The Coastal Breeze Party Band
June 10 – The EncoreBand
June 17 – The River City Dixieland Jazz Band
June 24 – Thomas Champagne and Friends
July 1 – Common Ground
July 8 – Whitney Hanna and Fancy Koolaid
July 15 – Caja de Cuerdas
July 22 – The Jay Miley Band
July 29 – Vinyl Daze
August 12 – Soul Fish
August 19 – South Band
August 26 – The Travis Allison Band
2. Live Piano at The Lobby Bar
The Lobby Bar at the Sanctuary is an intimate luxury restaurant with delicious Lowcountry cuisine and an atmosphere of traditional Southern charm. The menu features specialty cocktails, wines, beer, and spirits. In addition to this romantic dinner spot, Friday and Saturday nights feature live piano music for your entertainment from 7 PM to 10 PM.
ADDRESS: 1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island
PHONE: (843) 768-6301
DATE & TIME:
Open Daily | 2 PM to 11 PM
Live Piano | Friday & Saturday | 7 PM to 10 PM
3. Fischer’s Sports Pub & Grill
Situated waterfront at Bohicket Marina & Market, Fischer’s Sports Pub & Grill is a casual spot where the locals eat and drink! Fisher’s offers classic pub food like burgers, seafood, fries, and more with pool tables and darts, big screen TVs to watch the game, and regular live music from local bands.
ADDRESS: 1883 Andell Bluff Blvd, Johns Island, SC
PHONE: (843) 243-0210
DATE & TIME:
Monday – Friday | 11:30 AM to 2 AM
Saturday & Sunday | 12 PM to 2 AM
Weekday Happy Hour | 5 PM to 7 PM
Live Music | Tuesday – 7:30 PM
4. Live Jazz at The Porch Bar
The Porch Bar is located in Freshfields Village and is the place to find a space for sundowners and a spectacular Kiawah Island sunset on a Thursday evening. The Porch Bar overlooks Andell Lake with an upscale indoor bar area, outdoor porch, light fare and flatbreads, signature cocktails, and the summer soundtracks of smooth live jazz every Thursday night.
ADDRESS: 300 Farm Lake View Rd, Kiawah Island
PHONE: (843) 793-6050
DATE & TIME:
Open Daily | 4 PM to close
Live Jazz | Thursday | 6 PM to 8 PM
5. Freshfields Village Music on the Green
Freshfields Village Music on the Green kicks off with a special two-night series on Memorial Day weekend and ends with a grand finale on Labor Day weekend. Throughout the summer locals, families, and visitors to Kiawah Island gather on the Village Green with blankets, chairs, and picnics to enjoy a night of local music on the stage. Freshfields Village Music on the Green is free, family-friendly, and a not to be missed Kiawah Island summer tradition with good, laid-back island vibes!
ADDRESS: Freshfields Village Green
DATE & TIME:
Memorial Day to Labor Day
Fridays | 6 PM to 9 PM
ADMISSION: FREE!
2023 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
May 26-27, 2023: Memorial Day Music on the Green
Fridays: June 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
Fridays: July 7, 14, 21 & 28
Fridays: August 4, 11, 18 & 25
Fridays: September 1
6. Mingo Point Oyster Roast & BBQ
You can’t visit Kiawah Island without attending an Oyster Roast at Mingo Point on the banks of the Kiawah River – the beautiful setting alone is enough to make your mouth water! It’s the best way to sample the flavors of the Lowcountry and, while it’s a celebration of our fresh local oysters, you’ll find everything from BBQ ribs and pulled pork, traditional southern side dishes and delicious desserts, coupled with live music, exquisite sunsets, and loads of family fun. Happening on select Mondays during June, July and August.
ADDRESS: Mingo Point, 876 Kiawah Island Parkway
DATE & TIME:
Monday – Memorial Day to Labor Day
Two Seatings: 5 PM to 7 PM and 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
ADMISSION:
Adults – $56.95 / person
Age 4-12 – $25 / person
Age 3 & Under – FREE
2023 MINGO POINT DATES:
April 5th and 12th Easter
May 27th Memorial Weekend
June 12, 19, 26
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
August 7, 14, 21
September 2nd Labor Day Weekend
Reserve your Mingo Point tickets HERE!
7. Deep Water Vineyard Weekend Wine-Down
Deep Water Vineyard hosts Weekend Wine-Down every Saturday from 10 AM – 5 PM where you can enjoy rotating food trucks and live music from 1 PM to 4 PM.
Experience fantastic food tastings while you listen to local musicians and enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the vineyard.
ADDRESS: 6775 Bears Bluff Rd, Wadmalaw Island
DATE & TIME:
Saturday May 27
Saturday June 3, 10, 17 & 24
View full schedule of events HERE!
8. Salty Dog Cafe
Whether you’re coming in from a cruise, snacking on seafood baskets on the waterfront lawn, or watching the most spectacular sunset in the Lowcountry, the world-famous Salty Dog Cafe is a must-do on your trip to the South Carolina sea islands! The Salty Dog Cafe has happy hour and live music on the waterfront every day during summer season!
ADDRESS: Bohicket Marina Market, 1882 Andell Bluff Blvd, Johns Island
PHONE: (843) 952 7335
DATE & TIME:
Open Daily | 11 AM to 10 PM
Daily Happy Hour | 4 PM to 6 PM
Daily Live Music | 6 PM to 9 PM
2023 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
View full schedule of seasonal live music HERE!
9. Summer Concert Series
The Sanctuary hosts the “Summer Concert Series” every Saturday evening during summer on The Grand Lawn from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. The Summer Concert Series is a family-friendly evening of music with each concert hosting different regional bands. Bands include The Coastal Breeze Band, The Chris Crosby Band, and Travis Allison Band. Bring your beach chairs or blankets to sit back and watch the best of Kiawah Island concerts as the sun goes down.
Wherever you find yourself on Kiawah Island, there’s sure to be live music, fun adventures, and great memories to share with the whole family. Although live music is most popular during spring and summer, there are still local bars and restaurants where the locals find live entertainment all year round. Kiawah Island and live music go hand in hand – you can’t have a relaxing tranquil island vacation without soothing live music to go along with it.
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Wherever you find yourself on Kiawah Island, there’s sure to be live music, fun adventures, and great memories to share with the whole family. Although live music is most popular during spring and summer, there are still local bars and restaurants where the locals find live entertainment all year round. Kiawah Island and live music go hand in hand – you can’t have a relaxing tranquil island vacation without soothing live music to go along with it.
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