If the two of you enjoy getting dressed up for an evening out but don't really know where to go after you're done with dinner, choose to make it a classic evening by taking in one of the many performances presented by the Charleston Symphony Orchestra. This highly talented group of musicians works hard year round to bring their best musical interpretations to life. Their versatility ranges from excellent performances of masterworks, pops, chamber orchestra pieces and much more. So get your tickets and get set for an evening filled with music that will be the perfect soundtrack for your romantic time together.
If you're a big hockey fan, then the Charleston Stingrays are a team to watch. Part of the ECHL Network, the Stingrays have worked hard and it shows. The sports team has been the Kelly Cup Champions three times, taking home the big prize in 1997, 2001 and 2009. So get ready for more great sports action on the ice with the Charleston Stingrays!
If your kids love to have fun in the sun, there's no better place to let them run wild than Folly Beach, affectionately known as "The Edge of America." This beautiful barrier island is a quick 15 minute drive from downtown Charleston and the Folly Beach County Park is located at the east end of the island. Showers, bathrooms and other conveniences are close by, and the sand, surf and sun of this popular stretch of beach will fast become one of your family's traditions whenever you're in Charleston.
The kids who visit the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry are highly encouraged to reach out and touch whatever catches their interest. This attraction is a truly inviting place that welcomes curious minds and hands that aren't afraid to grab hold of various exhibits to get a better look at how it all is put together. The children are welcome to explore a castle, dig in the garden, get wet with waterworks and even experience what it's like to be on a shrimping boat! There are always special classes and presentations scheduled, so check back regularly, and bring your little ones for a museum visit they will never forget.