Live Music Week of Monday, December 1

Scenes from The Nutcracker | 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM | Gaillard Center – Herr Drosselmeyer guides families through an abridged version of the winter classic, performed by Dance Conservatory of Charleston students.

The Headstrings Collective – Monday Muse | 6:00 PM–9:00 PM | Charleston Pour House (Deck Stage) – Scott Baston and Bill Jarrett host a free, collaborative jam with rotating guests and a focus on community.

South Carolina Ballet’s Nutcracker | 7:00 PM | Charleston Music Hall – The classic holiday ballet returns; doors at 6 pm with a 7 pm show time.

Evelyn Ivory – Mondays | 9:00 PM | Prohibition – Soulful vocalist Evelyn Ivory headlines Prohibition’s weekly music night.

Jim Rubush & Friends | 6:00 PM | Charleston Pour House (Deck Stage) – The home page lists a rock/blues/soul show with a $10 cover; doors open at 5 pm and the band starts around 6 pm.

Holiday Spectacular | 7:00 PM | Gaillard Center – The Charleston School of the Arts Symphony and Singers perform holiday favorites in a festive, family‑friendly concert.

Malin Wagnon – Tuesdays | 8:30 PM | Prohibition – Singer‑songwriter Malin Wagnon brings acoustic tunes to Prohibition’s cozy stage.

Folly Art Village | 5:00 PM–9:00 PM | The Washout – An artisan market on Folly Beach with local art, food vendors and live music from 6 PM to 9 PM.

Oyster Roast + Live Music | 6:00 PM | The Washout – Wednesday nights feature $15 steamed oyster buckets and live music from 6 PM – 9 PM.

The Reckoning | 6:30 PM–9:30 PM | Charleston Pour House (Deck Stage) – Charleston’s favorite Grateful Dead tribute plays two sets on the deck stage.

The Brett Belanger Trio – Instrumental Jazz Series | 7:00 PM | Forte Jazz Lounge – Bassist Brett Belanger leads A‑list musicians through American jazz standards and bebop classics.

Holiday Spectacular | 7:00 PM | Gaillard Center – Second night of the Charleston School of the Arts Symphony and Singers’ festive concert.

South Carolina Ballet’s Nutcracker | 7:00 PM | Charleston Music Hall – Final evening of the classic holiday ballet during its three‑night run.

Grayson Lentz – Wednesdays | 9:00 PM | Prohibition – Local musician Grayson Lentz performs with no cover charge.

JAENGA x Josh Teed | 10:00 PM | Charleston Pour House (Main Stage) – Electronic artists Jaenga and Josh Teed deliver a late‑night dance party; doors at 9 pm with a 10 pm show.

Robert Lester Folsom w/ Sun Child | 6:00 PM–9:00 PM | Charleston Pour House (Deck Stage) – The singer‑songwriter behind the cult‑classic Music and Dreams brings laid‑back folk and psychedelic rock to the deck stage.

Joe Clarke Trio – Christmas Edition w/ Chloe Cannon | 7:00 PM–10:00 PM | Forte Jazz Lounge – Forte owner Joe Clarke and bassist John Kennedy swing through Great American Songbook tunes and festive classics alongside vocalist Chloe Cannon.

Spiegeltent: Cabaret Royale | 7:30 PM | Gaillard Center (Spiegeltent) – An over‑the‑top circus and cabaret experience direct from the West End, combining aerial feats, burlesque and comedy.

Rumours ATL – A Fleetwood Mac Tribute | 8:00 PM | Charleston Music Hall – The Fleetwood Mac tribute show channels the band’s classic songs; doors at 7 pm.

Amythyst Kiah | 8:30 PM | Charleston Pour House (Main Stage) – Grammy‑nominated singer‑songwriter brings her roots‑infused alternative rock to the main stage; doors at 7:30 pm.

Santa Rave: The Ultimate Holiday Party | 9:00 PM | Music Farm – An EDM holiday bash featuring DJ sets and seasonal swag; doors and show at 9 pm.

Evelyn Ivory Trio – Rotating Bands | 9:30 PM | Prohibition – Prohibition’s rotating Thursday series welcomes the Evelyn Ivory Trio for a late‑night set.

18th Annual Holiday Classic | 5:00 PM | Credit One Stadium – Tennis fans gather for the weekend‑long holiday tournament; festivities begin with a Friday evening player dinner from 6 PM – 8 PM.

Daniel Island Tree Lighting | 6:00 PM | Credit One Stadium – Gates open at 6 PM for family activities; the tree lights up around 7 PM with live entertainment and holiday cheer.

Wallace Mullinax & Friends | 6:00 PM–9:00 PM | Charleston Pour House (Deck Stage) – Guitarist Wallace Mullinax leads an all‑star jam featuring members of The Reckoning; all ages are welcome, with a small surcharge for patrons under 21.

Spiegeltent: Cabaret Royale | 6:00 PM | Gaillard Center (Spiegeltent) – An earlier seating of the circus‑cabaret mash‑up returns with dazzling aerial acts and burlesque.

Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical! | 6:30 PM | Gaillard at The Riviera – A hilarious musical adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s graphic‑novel series about Cat Kid and friends unleashing their creativity.

A Motown Christmas | 7:00 PM | North Charleston Performing Arts Center – R&B and gospel vocalists celebrate the Motown sound with holiday hits; doors at 6 PM.

Cuban Classics: A Night of Cuban Jazz with Gino Castillo | 7:00 PM | Forte Jazz Lounge – Percussionist Gino Castillo and his ensemble celebrate Havana with Afro‑Cuban jazz, timba, rumba and son; expect irresistible rhythms and bold improv.

One Night of Queen | 7:30 PM | Gaillard Center – Gary Mullen & The Works faithfully recreate Queen’s stage theatrics and celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Works tour.

The Marshall Tucker Band w/ Hunter Flynn | 8:00 PM | Charleston Music Hall – Southern‑rock legends hit the stage with opener Hunter Flynn; doors at 7 PM.

Spiegeltent: Cabaret Royale | 8:30 PM | Gaillard Center (Spiegeltent) – The late‑night seating of the circus‑cabaret show promises more glamor, humor and sparkle.

Cuban Classics: Late Show | 9:30 PM | Forte Jazz Lounge – A second set of Gino Castillo’s Afro‑Cuban jazz party for night owls.

Everyone Orchestra – 8th Annual Weekend Gathering | 9:00 PM–1:30 AM | Charleston Pour House (Main Stage) – Conductor Matt Butler leads an improvisational super‑jam featuring Anders Beck, Aron Magner and other all‑star players; doors at 8 pm.

Sxvxnt + Droze & The Drift | 9:00 PM | The Royal American – An eclectic lineup with Sxvxnt, Droze & The Drift, Rooks & Raven and Swussy rocking the downtown dive bar.

Ocho & Harvey Street | 9:00 PM | The Windjammer (Inside Stage) – Athens‑based indie rockers Ocho join Raleigh alt‑rock group Harvey Street for a 21+ show; doors at 9 pm.

Jerry Feels Good & Special Guests | 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM | Prohibition – Local DJ Jerry Feels Good hosts a late‑night dance party with special guests (23+).