If you’ve ever visited Charleston, then you’re undoubtedly familiar with the historic open-air market known as the Charleston City Market. By day, you’ll find a whopping 300 vendors selling anything from apparel to hot sauce and jewelry. BUT did you know that on the weekends during nine months of the year the City Market has a special Night Market that’s completely different?! Read on…

Beginning this Friday night, March 17, 2018, the Night Market opens for its sixth year. It’s a time when, after all of the day vendors clear out at 5pm, on Friday and Saturday nights, a whole new set of vendors move in. And you’re going love the vibe!

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More than 90 talented artists and crafts people take over the market’s famous open-air buildings for a festive and lively evening showcasing their talents and selling their amazing works.

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Unlike the day market (which is seriously awesome!) this market only features 100% local vendors whose works are 100% locally made.

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You’ll love taking a twilight stroll through the famous market, enjoying the live entertainment, and being in the best city in the country for the affair.

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The Charleston City Night Market is open Friday and Saturday nights, 6:30 - 10:30 from March through December. There is absolutely no charge for admission.

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You’ll find this famously fun affair in the big open-air market buildings located on South Market Street in historic downtown Charleston. Learn more on the Charleston City Market’s official website.

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After you’re finished at the Night Market, walk 3 blocks south and check out the state’s oldest bar. It’s amazing!

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