Summer in Charleston isn’t necessarily just about sunny beaches and historic landmarks — it’s a season filled with live music, cultural festivals, and can’t-miss music performances. Whether you’re flying into Charleston International Airport or heading downtown from Mount Pleasant or Kiawah Island, it pays to plan your adventure in advance. At GCT, our fleet of limousines, sedans, SUVs, and executive vans is ready to get you to every event throughout Charleston without the parking headaches or rideshare delays.
Here’s a look at some of the biggest summer events coming to Charleston in 2025, and how a professional car service can make your weekend or evening out even better.
One local favorite, the Sweetgrass Festival 2025, returns in July to Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park. Celebrating the rich Gullah Geechee heritage of the Lowcountry, this family-friendly event features sweetgrass basket displays, storytelling, food vendors, and live performances. It’s a lively, outdoor celebration that draws crowds from across the Southeast. If you’re traveling with a group, reserving one of our luxury SUVs or Sprinter vans makes getting to and from the park easier, especially since public parking tends to fill up early.
For jazz fans, Labor Day weekend belongs to the Lowcountry Jazz Festival. Held at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center from August 30 to September 1, this annual festival brings some of the nation’s best contemporary jazz, R&B, and soul artists to Charleston. It’s an ideal evening to reserve a limousine for the night, letting you relax with friends and enjoy the music without thinking about traffic or navigation. You can view our full fleet here and choose the vehicle that fits your night out.
Concert season is in full swing this summer, with big-name tours making stops at Charleston’s top venues. The North Charleston Coliseum is set to host Phish for a three-night run from July 11-13. Credit One Stadium on Daniel Island is another summer hotspot, with Luke Bryan taking the stage on July 18, followed by Creed on July 24, and Mumford & Sons on July 27. For these high-traffic nights, booking private Charleston car service ensures you’ll arrive on time and avoid post-show crowds in rideshare pickup zones.
Over at The Refinery, one of Charleston’s newer live music venues, the lineup includes Shakey Graves on July 10, Muscadine Bloodline on August 8, The Wood Brothers on August 15, Watchhouse on August 29, and Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains fame on August 30. This outdoor venue is known for its laid-back vibe and intimate stage setup, making it perfect for smaller group outings.
If you’re traveling into town for any of these events, Charleston airport transportation is another important detail to plan ahead. With reliable meet-and-greet service and flight tracking, GCT makes sure your ride is waiting when you land, so you can head straight to your hotel or event venue without delay.
This summer, skip the parking lots and let GCT handle your transportation to Charleston’s biggest events. Whether it’s a jazz festival, a stadium show, or an intimate concert under the stars, our professional, leisure car services will help you make the most of your Charleston visit.