Folly Beach Events
Something Happening Every Season
What's Going On at Folly Beach
From spring festivals on Center Street to golf-cart parades in December, Folly Beach has a packed community calendar. Here's a season-by-season look at the island's favorite events, plus the live music and weekly happenings that keep things lively year-round.
March – May
Spring Events on Folly Beach
Sea & Sand Festival
A springtime island tradition with sand sculpting, local vendors, food and family activities.
Beach Sweeps & Cleanups
Volunteer cleanups that help keep the beach, dunes and marsh in great shape ahead of summer.
5K Runs & Charity Races
Run or walk the island streets and beachfront in community races that support local causes.
June – August
Summer Events on Folly Beach
4th of July on Folly
The busiest beach day of the year, with holiday celebrations around the island. Come early and plan your parking.
Surf Contests
Local surf competitions bring out riders of all ages. Great for watching from the pier or the sand.
Fishing Tournaments
Anglers compete from boats and the pier during peak summer fishing season.
September – November
Fall Events on Folly Beach
Halloween Carnival
Costumes, games and treats for the kids — a local favorite every October.
Oyster Season Kickoff
Cooler weather means local oysters are back on menus and at roasts around the area.
Quieter Beach Days
Warm water, smaller crowds and easier parking make fall one of the best times to visit.
December – February
Winter Events on Folly Beach
Christmas Parade
Golf carts, floats and holiday lights rolling down Center Street, Folly style.
New Year's Day Plunge
Start the year with a brave (and chilly) dip in the Atlantic alongside a crowd of locals.
Off-Season Sunsets & Shelling
Empty beaches, great shelling and some of the year's best sunsets over the marsh.
Every Week
Live Music & Weekly Happenings
Live Music on Center Street
Bars and restaurants around the island host local bands, acoustic sets and DJs, especially Thursday through Sunday.
Trivia & Open Mic Nights
Plenty of spots run weekly trivia, karaoke and open mic nights through the year.
Sunrise at the Pier
Not an event, exactly, but a Folly ritual worth setting an alarm for.
Event Day Tips
Arrive early — parking fills up fast on big event days.
Follow posted beach and parking rules; they're enforced.
Dates change year to year, so confirm with the organizer before you go.
Leave only footprints — pack out what you bring.
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