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We’ve got you covered from rocking upcoming 2024 Bluffton Events to late-night drinks! Explore our list of Events for today, tomorrow, and this weekend. There’s always something to do in Bluffton! Below you’ll find information on annual events, family events, outdoor events, festivals, and family-friendly activities. Please confirm dates and times with each event organizer and or vendor to confirm all details!!! All events are subject to change. BlufftonSC.com is not responsible for the content of event listings. Please check each event for all details! Don’t miss the Arts and Seafood Festival!

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Martin Family Park Events68 Boundary St

06dec5:30 pm6:30 pmChristmas Tree Lighting 2024

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Bluffton’s Tree Lighting ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m., Friday, December 6, at Martin Family Park, followed by Santa’s Workshop at DuBois Park’s Pavilion. The movie “Polar Express”

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Bluffton’s Tree Lighting ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m., Friday, December 6, at Martin Family Park, followed by Santa’s Workshop at DuBois Park’s Pavilion. The movie “Polar Express” will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Martin Family Park. Please bring blankets and/or chairs. Martin Family Park and DuBois Park are adjacent to each other on Boundary Street in the Historic District.

Bluffton’s tree lighting and parade events are always the first Friday and Saturday of December, rain or shine.  The event will only be canceled if the Town of Bluffton deems weather conditions unsafe.

If you have any questions, please contact Lyndee Simoneaux, special event manager, (email): [email protected]

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December 6, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Martin Family Park Events

68 Boundary St

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07dec10:00 am12:00 pm2024 Christmas Parade

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What: 2024 Town of Bluffton Christmas Parde
When: December 7th, 2024 @ 10:00 am
Where: Historic Downtown Bluffton
The Town of Bluffton hosts the 53rd annual Bluffton Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting. The tree-lighting ceremony

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What: 2024 Town of Bluffton Christmas Parde
When: December 7th, 2024 @ 10:00 am
Where: Historic Downtown Bluffton

The Town of Bluffton hosts the 53rd annual Bluffton Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting. The tree-lighting ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, December 6th, 2024, and the Christmas parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. on December 7th, 2024.

2024 Event Schedule Below

Bluffton’s Tree Lighting ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m., Friday, December 6, at Martin Family Park, followed by Santa’s Workshop at DuBois Park’s Pavilion. The movie “Polar Express” will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Martin Family Park. Please bring blankets and/or chairs. Martin Family Park and DuBois Park are adjacent to each other on Boundary Street in the Historic District.

NEW This year, train rides will be available at the tree lighting from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The miniature train will take passengers around Martin and DuBois Parks. The Town’s Christmas tree lighting, Santa’s workshop and parade are the official kickoff to Bluffton’s holiday season.

The Town is also a proud sponsor of the second annual Menorah Lighting ceremony to its holiday event lineup. The Menorah Lighting will be held Sunday, December 29 from 5: 30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Martin Family Park. This is a free, public event, so together, the community can celebrate additional holiday traditions.

Weather:

Please dress accordingly and be prepared for whatever Mother Nature has planned. The parade happens rain or shine on the first Saturday of December, each year. It cannot be re-scheduled due to the intense planning and logistics it requires to produce the parade. The parade will only be cancelled if weather conditions are unsafe, such as a lighting hazard.

Viewing Options:

BCTV (Beaufort County TV), formerly known as The County Channel, will live stream and record the parade. You can see the parade via BCTV (https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/bctv/) or You Tube (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheCountyChannel). Mark Robertson, radio personality of 98.7, “The River” radio station, and Debbie Szpanka, the Town’s public information officer, will anchor the parade broadcast.

Safety Reminders & Parade Rules:

NEW! Lost & Found Children Safety Station

Any children who have lost their parents or supervising adult, please go to the Town of Bluffton Tent in front of Town Hall (Address: 20 Bridge Street) from  7:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Town of Bluffton will be staffing the safety station for lost children from 7 a.m. – 10: 30 a.m. in front of the flagpole of Town Hall.

If anyone has a lost child, please call Lyndee Simoneaux, the Town’s special events manager, (843-540-1662).

If by 11:00 a.m., a parent has not been located, the child(ren) will be taken to a police officer at the Bluffton Police Department substation on May River Road (i.e., behind the parade judging stage.)

The child will remain with a Bluffton Police Department officer until the child is reunited with his or her family.

If you have lost a child, please call 9-1-1 or call Lyndee Simoneaux (843-540-1662)

Reminders:

Throwing candy or any item from a parade vehicle or float is prohibited.

People are allowed to walk alongside the parade entry and distribute items to the crowd. Please distribute candy/promotional items hand-to-hand by walking along the parade route next to the spectators. Spectators will not be allowed to run into the streets to grab items.

The Bluffton Police Department will be closing roads, Saturday, December 7 at 8:00 a.m., throughout the Historic District to Red Cedar Elementary for the Bluffton Christmas Parade. To prepare for the road closures, all vehicles parked along the parade route should be removed before 7:00 a.m. to avoid towing.

No parking will be allowed on any road along the parade route beginning at 7:00 a.m. Saturday, December 7.  All vehicles parked along the parade route after 7:00 a.m. will be towed at the owner’s expense.

The roads along the parade route, which will close at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 7th include:

Bridge Street – Calhoun Street from Bridge to May River Road- May River Road from Calhoun Street to Pin Oak Street – Pin Oak Street from May River Road to 9th Avenue

If you have any questions, please contact Lyndee Simoneaux, special event manager, (email): [email protected]

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December 7, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

Martin Family Park Events68 Boundary St

12dec10:00 am2:00 pmFarmer's Market Bluffton SCWeekly Farmers Market held in Historic Downtown Bluffton

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Farmer’s Market in Bluffton SC
Every Thursday from 12:00 till 5:00 (or dusk) September through May and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June through August.

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Farmer’s Market in Bluffton SC

Every Thursday from 12:00 till 5:00 (or dusk) September through May and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June through August.
Address: 68 Boundry Street, Bluffton, SC 29910, one block off of Calhoun Street at Martin Family Park

This weekly event is held on Boundry Street in historic Old Town Bluffton. You’ll find fresh vegetables, fruits, local honey, kettle corn, crab soup, baked goods, and flowers at this open-air market that started back in 2006. Between the fresh produce stands, you’ll find local artists and craftsmen showcasing their work and products. Make a day exploring the Farmer’s Market by visiting local stores and restaurants. We recommend eating outside at The Pearl Kitchen and Bar or The Cottage. Both places offer great food and are steps away from this open-air market.

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December 12, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Martin Family Park Events

68 Boundary St

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Martin Family Park Events68 Boundary St

19dec10:00 am2:00 pmFarmer's Market Bluffton SCWeekly Farmers Market held in Historic Downtown Bluffton

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Farmer’s Market in Bluffton SC
Every Thursday from 12:00 till 5:00 (or dusk) September through May and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June through August.

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Farmer’s Market in Bluffton SC

Every Thursday from 12:00 till 5:00 (or dusk) September through May and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June through August.
Address: 68 Boundry Street, Bluffton, SC 29910, one block off of Calhoun Street at Martin Family Park

This weekly event is held on Boundry Street in historic Old Town Bluffton. You’ll find fresh vegetables, fruits, local honey, kettle corn, crab soup, baked goods, and flowers at this open-air market that started back in 2006. Between the fresh produce stands, you’ll find local artists and craftsmen showcasing their work and products. Make a day exploring the Farmer’s Market by visiting local stores and restaurants. We recommend eating outside at The Pearl Kitchen and Bar or The Cottage. Both places offer great food and are steps away from this open-air market.

Farmer’s Market website.

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December 19, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Martin Family Park Events

68 Boundary St

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Martin Family Park Events68 Boundary St

26dec10:00 am2:00 pmFarmer's Market Bluffton SCWeekly Farmers Market held in Historic Downtown Bluffton

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Farmer’s Market in Bluffton SC
Every Thursday from 12:00 till 5:00 (or dusk) September through May and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June through August.

Event Details

Farmer’s Market in Bluffton SC

Every Thursday from 12:00 till 5:00 (or dusk) September through May and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June through August.
Address: 68 Boundry Street, Bluffton, SC 29910, one block off of Calhoun Street at Martin Family Park

This weekly event is held on Boundry Street in historic Old Town Bluffton. You’ll find fresh vegetables, fruits, local honey, kettle corn, crab soup, baked goods, and flowers at this open-air market that started back in 2006. Between the fresh produce stands, you’ll find local artists and craftsmen showcasing their work and products. Make a day exploring the Farmer’s Market by visiting local stores and restaurants. We recommend eating outside at The Pearl Kitchen and Bar or The Cottage. Both places offer great food and are steps away from this open-air market.

Farmer’s Market website.

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December 26, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Martin Family Park Events

68 Boundary St

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Bluffton Juneteenth Festival

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Blues and Brews on the Bluff

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For 2023 Blues and Brews on the Bluff information, please click here. Blues and Brews on the Bluff | Taste of Summer Beer Festival Bluffton’s Original Celebrations On The May River Sunset parties are held rain or shine unless severe thunderstorms are present. 2021 Blues & Brews On The Bluff Friday, June 18 from 5:30pm

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Annual Memorial Day Ceremony

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Carolina Dreamers Car Club Cruise-In Shows 2019

Bluffton Events, Hilton Head Island

I Like That Old Time Rock ‘n’ Roll Event Details: When: Thursday, May 23, 2019 Thursday, June 27, 2019 Thursday, July 25, 2019 Thursday, August 22, 2019 Thursday, September 26, 2019 Thursday, October 24, 2019 All Shows Time: 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM All Shows Location: Shelter Cove Community Park 39 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton

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The Sunset 5k in Bluffton May River Shrimp Festival

The Sunset 5k 2020 | 5k in Bluffton

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May River Shrimp Festival

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Hilton Head Island Music Festival

Bluffton Events, Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island Music Festival 2021 TBD Below are details from the past Music Festival in 2019. The Hilton Head Island Music Festival was canceled for 2020 due to COVID-19. Date: June 22nd & 23rd Time: 3:00 PM Saturday 12:30 Sunday Where: Coastal Discovery Musem at Honey Horn Purchase Tickets Click Here Children 12 and

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Bluffton Boiled Peanut Festival 2021

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Bluffton Boiled Peanut Festival 2021 Sat, Sep 11, 12 – 6 PM Heyward House Museum and Welcome Center 70 Boundary St, Bluffton, SC Join us in celebrating South Carolina’s delicious state snack, the boiled peanut! Enter the boiled peanut cook off or the peanut spitting contest. For up-to-date information on the festival, please visit the

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Bluffton Mayfest 2021 43rd Village Festival

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Bluffton Events

What are the best things to do in Bluffton?

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Bluffton’s tree lighting and parade events are always the first Friday and Saturday of December, rain or shine. The event will only be canceled if the Town of Bluffton deems weather conditions unsafe.

If you have any questions, please contact Lyndee Simoneaux, special event manager, (email): [email protected]

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What: 2024 Town of Bluffton Christmas Parde When: December 7th, 2024 @ 10:00 am Where: Historic Downtown Bluffton

The Town of Bluffton hosts the 53rd annual Bluffton Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting. The tree-lighting ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, December 6th, 2024, and the Christmas parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. on December 7th, 2024.

2024 Event Schedule Below

*NEW* This year, train rides will be available at the tree lighting from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The miniature train will take passengers around Martin and DuBois Parks. The Town’s Christmas tree lighting, Santa’s workshop and parade are the official kickoff to Bluffton’s holiday season.

Weather:

Viewing Options:

Safety Reminders & Parade Rules:

NEW! Lost & Found Children Safety Station

Any children who have lost their parents or supervising adult, please go to the Town of Bluffton Tent in front of Town Hall (Address: 20 Bridge Street) from 7:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Town of Bluffton will be staffing the safety station for lost children from 7 a.m. – 10: 30 a.m. in front of the flagpole of Town Hall.

If anyone has a lost child, please call Lyndee Simoneaux, the Town’s special events manager, (843-540-1662).

If by 11:00 a.m., a parent has not been located, the child(ren) will be taken to a police officer at the Bluffton Police Department substation on May River Road (i.e., behind the parade judging stage.)

The child will remain with a Bluffton Police Department officer until the child is reunited with his or her family.

If you have lost a child, please call 9-1-1 or call Lyndee Simoneaux (843-540-1662)

Reminders:

Throwing candy or any item from a parade vehicle or float is prohibited.

People are allowed to walk alongside the parade entry and distribute items to the crowd. Please distribute candy/promotional items hand-to-hand by walking along the parade route next to the spectators. Spectators will not be allowed to run into the streets to grab items.

No parking will be allowed on any road along the parade route beginning at 7:00 a.m. Saturday, December 7. All vehicles parked along the parade route after 7:00 a.m. will be towed at the owner’s expense.

The roads along the parade route, which will close at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 7th include:

Bridge Street – Calhoun Street from Bridge to May River Road- May River Road from Calhoun Street to Pin Oak Street – Pin Oak Street from May River Road to 9th Avenue

If you have any questions, please contact Lyndee Simoneaux, special event manager, (email): [email protected]

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Farmer’s Market in Bluffton SC

Every Thursday from 12:00 till 5:00 (or dusk) September through May and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June through August. Address: 68 Boundry Street, Bluffton, SC 29910, one block off of Calhoun Street at Martin Family Park

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Farmer’s Market in Bluffton SC

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Farmer’s Market in Bluffton SC

Every Thursday from 12:00 till 5:00 (or dusk) September through May and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June through August. Address: 68 Boundry Street, Bluffton, SC 29910, one block off of Calhoun Street at Martin Family Park

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What: 2024 Town of Bluffton Christmas Parde
When: December 7th, 2024 @ 10:00 am
Where: Historic Downtown Bluffton

NEW This year, train rides will be available at the tree lighting from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The miniature train will take passengers around Martin and DuBois Parks. The Town’s Christmas tree lighting, Santa’s workshop and parade are the official kickoff to Bluffton’s holiday season.

Every Thursday from 12:00 till 5:00 (or dusk) September through May and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June through August.
Address: 68 Boundry Street, Bluffton, SC 29910, one block off of Calhoun Street at Martin Family Park

Every Thursday from 12:00 till 5:00 (or dusk) September through May and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June through August.
Address: 68 Boundry Street, Bluffton, SC 29910, one block off of Calhoun Street at Martin Family Park

Every Thursday from 12:00 till 5:00 (or dusk) September through May and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June through August.
Address: 68 Boundry Street, Bluffton, SC 29910, one block off of Calhoun Street at Martin Family Park