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 Islandâs 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 youâre 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 âœSanctuary Sounds of Summerâ� 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.
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.
DATE & TIME: Open Daily | 2 PM to 11 PM Live Piano | Friday & Saturday | 7 PM to 10 PM
3. Fischerâs Sports Pub & Grill
Situated waterfront at Bohicket Marina & Market, Fischerâs Sports Pub & Grill is a casual spot where the locals eat and drink! Fisherâs 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.
DATE & TIME: Monday â" 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.
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!
Local's Tip: Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs.
DATE & TIME: Memorial Day to Labor Day Fridays | 6 PM to 9 PM
ADMISSION: FREE!
6. Mingo Point Oyster Roast & BBQ
You canât visit Kiawah Island without attending an oyster roast on the banks of the Kiawah River â" the beautiful setting alone is enough to make yoThe Mingo Point Oyster Roast and BBQ is a genuine Lowcountry tradition on the banks of the Kiawah River. For nearly 40 years locals and visitors to the island have been sampling Lowcountry cuisine, southern specialties, and fresh oysters roasted over an open fire coupled with a cool zone for kids, a craft market, live music, and tranquil views of the beautiful Kiawah River.
This event listing is for our summer season, which includes Saturday, May 24th, Mondays from June 2nd through August 25th, and Saturday, August 30th.
Mingo Point Oyster Roast and BBQ is Kiawah Island Golf Resortâs longest-running event, a treasured family favorite and a genuine Lowcountry tradition. Guests of all ages enjoy feasting on fresh oysters roasted over an open fire, along with other BBQ specialties such as ribs, pulled pork, smoked chicken, and Lowcountry Boil with all the Southern side dishes and desserts to make this a true culinary experience.
Guests will also enjoy family fun like live music and other activities. Best of all is Mingo Pointâs natural settingâ"right on the banks of the Kiawah River.
NEW for 2025: - An additional later seating from 8:30 â" 10:30pm will be offered on June 23rd and 30th. - All purchases are final â" no refunds will be issued in the event of inclement weather. - No walk up ticket purchases will be allowed or honored - Limited capacity is available for each seating â" once a seating is sold out, that date or time will no longer be available to book online. - Tickets must be purchased by 9am the day of the eventAll attendees must have a ticket regardless of age - There are no physical tickets, you will be emailed a receipt as your confirmation
7. Deep Water Vineyard Weekend Wine-Down
Deep Water Vineyard hosts Weekend Wine-Down every Saturday from 10 AM â" 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.
Whether youâre 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!
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
2025 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: View full schedule of seasonal live music HERE!
9. Summer Concert Series
The Sanctuary hosts the âœSummer Concert Seriesâ� 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 Islandconcerts as the sun goes down.
Wherever you find yourself on Kiawah Island, thereâs 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 canât 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, thereâs 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 â" you canât have a relaxing tranquil island vacation without soothing live music to go along with it.
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