Hilton Head SC Events

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Celebration of women leaders at a community event

Savannah NAACP Celebrates Women Leaders in March Meeting

March 24, 2025

News Summary The Savannah Chapter of the NAACP recently held a meeting at First Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church to honor local women leaders as Women’s History Month concludes. Georgia Representative...

Community celebration in Savannah honoring Lafayette

Savannah Celebrates Lafayette’s 200th Anniversary

March 24, 2025

News Summary On March 22, 2025, Savannah honored the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s visit with a vibrant celebration in Johnson Square. Mayor Van Johnson welcomed the historical figure...

Community members training to be poll workers in Beaufort County.

Beaufort to Offer Poll Worker Training Ahead of November Elections

March 24, 2025

News Summary Beaufort County is hosting multiple training classes for poll workers in preparation for the upcoming general elections on November 4, 2025. The Board of Voter Registration and Elections...

A beautiful beach wedding setup at Hilton Head Island with the sunset in the background.

Hilton Head Island Emerges as a Top Wedding Destination

March 23, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island is fast becoming a sought-after destination for couples looking for unique wedding experiences in stunning natural surroundings. With options ranging from beach and traditional church...

Home modifications designed for senior safety and accessibility

Home Modifications Become Essential for Seniors in Beaufort County

March 23, 2025

News Summary With over 30% of its residents aged 65 and older, Beaufort County is experiencing a significant rise in demand for home modifications. Many seniors are aiming to age...

Scenic view of Beaufort SC during pyrotechnic tests with smoke plumes in the sky.

Beaufort Residents Warned of Increased Noise from Pyrotechnic Tests

March 22, 2025

News Summary Residents near Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort (MCAS Beaufort) should prepare for heightened noise levels on March 20 as pyrotechnic display tests are scheduled. These tests, conducted in...

Conceptual image of a train traveling from Savannah to Atlanta

GDOT Proposes New Passenger Rail Connection from Savannah to Atlanta

March 22, 2025

News Summary The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is exploring the feasibility of a passenger rail service that would connect Savannah and Atlanta. The project aims to reduce travel time...

Community gathering at Lazaretto Day event on Tybee Island

Tybee Island Honors Enslaved Ancestors with Lazaretto Day

March 22, 2025

News Summary Tybee Island will commemorate Lazaretto Day on March 22, recognizing the history and contributions of enslaved Africans. The event, now in its fifth year, will include activities such...

Residents engaged in discussion at a community event

Hilton Head Island Community Engagement Event Scheduled

March 21, 2025

News Summary The Beaufort County Council is organizing a ‘Chat With Council’ event on March 27, 2025, at the Hilton Head Island Branch Library. This informal gathering will allow residents...

COMMUNITY

Celebration of women leaders at a community event

Savannah NAACP Celebrates Women Leaders in March Meeting

March 24, 2025

News Summary The Savannah Chapter of the NAACP recently held a meeting at First Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church to honor local women leaders as Women’s History Month concludes. Georgia Representative...

Community celebration in Savannah honoring Lafayette

Savannah Celebrates Lafayette’s 200th Anniversary

March 24, 2025

News Summary On March 22, 2025, Savannah honored the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s visit with a vibrant celebration in Johnson Square. Mayor Van Johnson welcomed the historical figure...

Conceptual image of a train traveling from Savannah to Atlanta

GDOT Proposes New Passenger Rail Connection from Savannah to Atlanta

March 22, 2025

News Summary The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is exploring the feasibility of a passenger rail service that would connect Savannah and Atlanta. The project aims to reduce travel time...

Community gathering at Lazaretto Day event on Tybee Island

Tybee Island Honors Enslaved Ancestors with Lazaretto Day

March 22, 2025

News Summary Tybee Island will commemorate Lazaretto Day on March 22, recognizing the history and contributions of enslaved Africans. The event, now in its fifth year, will include activities such...

Residents engaged in discussion at a community event

Hilton Head Island Community Engagement Event Scheduled

March 21, 2025

News Summary The Beaufort County Council is organizing a ‘Chat With Council’ event on March 27, 2025, at the Hilton Head Island Branch Library. This informal gathering will allow residents...

Colonial reenactors celebrating Lafayette's visit in Beaufort

Beaufort Commemorates 200 Years Since Lafayette’s Visit

March 20, 2025

News Summary Beaufort celebrated the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s historic visit with a reenactment and community events on March 18, 2025. The festivities included a procession and a...

Crowd enjoying performances at the Savannah Music Festival.

Savannah Music Festival Returns for Its 36th Annual Event

March 19, 2025

News Summary The Savannah Music Festival (SMF) will take place from March 26 to April 14, 2025, featuring nearly 100 live performances across various genres. Executive Director Gene Dobbs Bradford...

Construction signs near Lost Island Road for storm drain replacement

Beaufort County Prepares for Storm Drainpipe Replacement

March 19, 2025

News Summary Beaufort County is gearing up for significant weather events, including the upcoming storm drainpipe replacement on Lost Island Road from March 19 to 21, 2025. Traffic will be...

Colorful golf carts lined up on a sunlit street in Hilton Head Island.

Golf Cart Rentals Surge on Hilton Head Island Amid Spring Season

March 19, 2025

News Summary As spring vacation season unfolds, golf cart rentals on Hilton Head Island are gaining popularity among both locals and tourists. Offering a cost-effective alternative to rental cars, these...

CONCERTS

Crowd enjoying performances at the Savannah Music Festival.

Savannah Music Festival Returns for Its 36th Annual Event

March 19, 2025

News Summary The Savannah Music Festival (SMF) will take place from March 26 to April 14, 2025, featuring nearly 100 live performances across various genres. Executive Director Gene Dobbs Bradford...

Audience enjoying the Chris Janson concert in Beaufort park

Beaufort to Host Chris Janson at Concert In The Park

March 12, 2025

News Summary Beaufort is gearing up to welcome country music star Chris Janson for the highly anticipated Concert In The Park on July 12, as part of the annual Beaufort...

Crowd enjoying Chris Janson concert at Beaufort Water Festival

Beaufort Water Festival to Feature Chris Janson

February 26, 2025

News Summary Beaufort Water Festival is excited to feature country music sensation Chris Janson for the Concert in the Park on July 12th. The evening will also include performances from...

Live concert with a country musician performing at Enmarket Arena in Savannah.

Luke Bryan Returns to Savannah with Upcoming Tour

January 29, 2025

News Summary Country music fans in Savannah are in for a treat as Luke Bryan announces his ‘Country Song Came On Tour’, which will stop at Enmarket Arena on June...

Crowd at Elvis Presley's last concert in Savannah Civic Center

Savannah Remembers Elvis Presley on His 90th Birthday

January 9, 2025

News Summary As Savannah, Georgia commemorates what would have been Elvis Presley’s 90th birthday, fans reminisce about his last concert there. On February 17, 1977, the iconic performer left a...

FESTIVALS

Community celebration in Savannah honoring Lafayette

Savannah Celebrates Lafayette’s 200th Anniversary

March 24, 2025

News Summary On March 22, 2025, Savannah honored the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s visit with a vibrant celebration in Johnson Square. Mayor Van Johnson welcomed the historical figure...

Community gathering at Lazaretto Day event on Tybee Island

Tybee Island Honors Enslaved Ancestors with Lazaretto Day

March 22, 2025

News Summary Tybee Island will commemorate Lazaretto Day on March 22, recognizing the history and contributions of enslaved Africans. The event, now in its fifth year, will include activities such...

Crowd enjoying performances at the Savannah Music Festival.

Savannah Music Festival Returns for Its 36th Annual Event

March 19, 2025

News Summary The Savannah Music Festival (SMF) will take place from March 26 to April 14, 2025, featuring nearly 100 live performances across various genres. Executive Director Gene Dobbs Bradford...

Crowd celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Savannah, decorated streets

Savannah Gears Up for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations

March 15, 2025

News Summary As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, Savannah is bracing for a vibrant celebration with expectations of tens of thousands of visitors. City officials have begun preparations to ensure public...

Community meeting regarding the Orange Crush Festival in Tybee Island

Tybee Island Plans Town Hall for Orange Crush Festival 2025

March 13, 2025

News Summary Tybee Island will hold a town hall meeting on March 21 to discuss the future of the 2025 Orange Crush Festival after conditional permit approval. Organizers have until...

Diverse entrepreneurs brainstorming at a startup weekend event.

Beaufort to Host TechStars Startup Weekend for Entrepreneurs

March 12, 2025

News Summary The TechStars Startup Weekend will take place in Beaufort from March 21-23, 2025. This event, sponsored by the Technical College of the Lowcountry, invites aspiring entrepreneurs aged 18...

Audience enjoying the Chris Janson concert in Beaufort park

Beaufort to Host Chris Janson at Concert In The Park

March 12, 2025

News Summary Beaufort is gearing up to welcome country music star Chris Janson for the highly anticipated Concert In The Park on July 12, as part of the annual Beaufort...

A lively festival crowd at Tybee Island's Orange Crush Festival with beach scenery.

Tybee Island Set to Host Orange Crush Festival After 35 Years

March 9, 2025

News Summary The Orange Crush Festival is making its return on April 19, 2023, with one-day events scheduled from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. After 35 years, the festival has...

Celebration of Lafayette's visit in Beaufort with historic reenactors.

Beaufort Kicks Off Bicentennial Celebration of Lafayette’s Visit

March 8, 2025

News Summary The city of Beaufort has launched a bicentennial celebration commemorating the historic visit of Marquis de Lafayette in 1825, which will run until March 18. The event features...

SPORTS

UCLA Women's Basketball Team Celebrates

UCLA Women’s Basketball Team Secures Historic No. 1 Seed

March 17, 2025

News Summary The UCLA Bruins have made history by earning the No. 1 overall seed in the women’s NCAA Tournament for the first time. With a season record of 30...

South Carolina SEC Tournament Celebration

South Carolina Wins Third Consecutive SEC Tournament Title

March 15, 2025

News Summary In a commanding display, the South Carolina women’s basketball team claimed their third straight SEC Tournament championship with a 64-45 victory over Texas. Their defensive strategy, which held...

Public tennis courts on Hilton Head Island during the Spring Tennis Fest

Local Resident Objects to Public Tennis Court Use During Spring Fest

March 15, 2025

News Summary The annual Spring Tennis Fest in Hilton Head Island has raised concerns among residents regarding the limited availability of public tennis courts. Resident Justin Wilson expressed frustration on...

South Carolina Gamecocks SEC Championship Celebration

South Carolina Wins SEC Championship Against Texas

March 14, 2025

News Summary In a remarkable display of talent, the South Carolina Gamecocks secured their third consecutive SEC Tournament Championship by defeating the Texas Longhorns with a score of 64-45. This...

South Carolina Football Stadium

Jaycee Horn Becomes Highest-Paid Cornerback in NFL History

March 12, 2025

News Summary Former South Carolina Gamecocks standout Jaycee Horn has signed a groundbreaking $100 million contract, making him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history. This achievement not only highlights Horn’s...

Anglers fishing on Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island Fishing Regulations and Spots for Anglers

March 7, 2025

News Summary Explore the fishing opportunities on Hilton Head Island while complying with local regulations. Learn about required licenses, fishing spots, seasonal species, and gear rentals to enhance your angling...

Gamecocks NCAA Tournament Excitement

Columbia Celebrates Gamecocks’ NCAA Tournament Seeding

March 1, 2025

News Summary The South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team has secured a number two seed in the NCAA Tournament following a season marked by tough competition. Despite setbacks against top...

Celebration of Women's Basketball

Columbia Celebrates Dawn Staley’s Record-Breaking Contract Extension

February 22, 2025

News Summary Dawn Staley, head coach of the University of South Carolina women’s basketball team, has signed a historic contract extension lasting through the 2029-30 season. This deal, which makes...

South Carolina Football at NFL Scouting Combine

South Carolina Football Sets Record at NFL Scouting Combine

February 20, 2025

News Summary South Carolina football has achieved a remarkable feat by receiving 11 invitations to the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, marking a significant moment for the program. Scheduled from February...

HOLIDAYS

A beautiful beach wedding setup at Hilton Head Island with the sunset in the background.

Hilton Head Island Emerges as a Top Wedding Destination

March 23, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island is fast becoming a sought-after destination for couples looking for unique wedding experiences in stunning natural surroundings. With options ranging from beach and traditional church...

Crowd celebrating at the Hilton Head Island St. Patrick's Day Parade with green decorations

Diane Reilley Named Grand Marshal of Hilton Head Island’s 40th St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 15, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island celebrates its 40th St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 16, featuring Diane Reilley as Grand Marshal. Diane has a long history of community involvement, especially...

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile displayed during St. Patrick's Day celebrations in Hilton Head Island

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile to Stop in Hilton Head Island

March 14, 2025

News Summary The iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will make four stops in Hilton Head Island and Bluffton during the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Visitors will have the chance to tour...

Snow-covered street in Savannah during Winter Storm Enzo

Winter Storm Enzo Hits Savannah, Emergency Declared

March 11, 2025

News Summary Savannah is under a winter storm warning as significant weather changes are expected starting Tuesday evening. Winter Storm Enzo is projected to bring snow, freezing rain, and hazardous...

Beautiful camellia flowers blooming in a garden in Hilton Head Island during spring.

Hilton Head Island Bids Farewell to Camellias as Spring Arrives

March 9, 2025

News Summary As spring unfolds on Hilton Head Island, the vibrant blooming season of camellias comes to a close. The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn houses an extensive collection...

A scenic view of Hilton Head Beach with jellyfish visible in the water.

Hilton Head Beach Sees Increase in Jellyfish Encounters

March 8, 2025

News Summary As Hilton Head Beach approaches the warmer months, jellyfish sightings are on the rise. Beachgoers are advised to familiarize themselves with jellyfish characteristics and safety measures, as encounters...

Crowd enjoying the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Savannah

Savannah Names Jay Burke Grand Marshal for 201st St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 4, 2025

News Summary Savannah has appointed Jay Burke as the Grand Marshal for its 201st St. Patrick’s Day Parade, honoring his family legacy. The investiture ceremony included key tributes and performances,...

Crowd enjoying the St. Patrick's Day parade in Savannah

Savannah Gears Up for St. Patrick’s Day Festivities

March 4, 2025

News Summary Savannah’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 17 is expected to draw a massive crowd, with parking and transport logistics in place to accommodate attendees. The event includes...

Hilton Head Island beach restoration project in progress

Hilton Head Beach Renourishment Project Update

February 27, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island’s beach renourishment project has been rescheduled, with construction now expected to begin in late July or August 2025. The project aims to restore vital beach...

THEATER

Crowd celebrating at the Hilton Head Island St. Patrick's Day Parade with green decorations

Diane Reilley Named Grand Marshal of Hilton Head Island’s 40th St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 15, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island celebrates its 40th St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 16, featuring Diane Reilley as Grand Marshal. Diane has a long history of community involvement, especially...

Crowd enjoying Gullah Geechee music and food at a festival.

Hilton Head Island Celebrates Gullah Geechee Heritage

March 2, 2025

News Summary Hilton Head Island hosted a vibrant celebration of Gullah Geechee heritage, bringing together music, food, and history enthusiasts. The event, held at the Coastal Discovery Center, showcased the...

Theater stage set for 'Marvin's Room' play

Tybee Island Welcomes Emotional Journey with ‘Marvin’s Room’

February 28, 2025

News Summary Tybee Island is set to host the touching play ‘Marvin’s Room’, written by Scott McPherson. The production runs from February 28 to March 9 and explores themes of...

Musicians performing at the Beaufort Symphony Orchestra concert

Beaufort Symphony Orchestra: A Community Treasure

February 5, 2025

News Summary The Beaufort Symphony Orchestra (BSO), led by conductor Fred Devyatkin, has flourished from a small ensemble into a cherished cultural institution in Beaufort. With a blend of classical...

Crowd enjoying Savannah festival with arts and cultural displays

Savannah Kicks Off Festival Season with Vibrant Events

February 4, 2025

News Summary Savannah’s festival season is here, offering an exciting lineup of events celebrating arts, history, and Irish culture. Key attractions include the Savannah Book Festival, First Friday in Starland,...

Audience enjoying the Dueling Pianos musical event at Tabby Place.

Beaufort Gears Up for Dueling Pianos Musical Event

January 16, 2025

News Summary Mark your calendars for February 15, 2025! The beloved Dueling Pianos event is returning to Beaufort at Tabby Place featuring performers Marty Richardson and Jimmy Porter. With proceeds...

A scene from The Eleanors Opera showing colorful costumes and dramatic stage lighting.

The Eleanors Opera Debuts at Savannah VOICE Festival

January 5, 2025

News Summary Savannah celebrates the debut of ‘The Eleanors Opera’ during the Savannah VOICE Festival on January 3, creating a buzz in the local arts community. With a fantastic program...

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