Charleston Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Charleston, WV, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Charleston throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 58 Upcoming Events
- 3 Events This Weekend
- 4 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
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- All Events 58
- sports 7
- concerts 23
- broadway 4
- Live Shows 22
- comedy 6
- family 14
- This Weekend 3
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Upcoming Events in Charleston
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Justin Willman at Charleston Civic Center Little Theater • 738 seats,
200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $34, Avg. price ~ $71, Tickets Available: 112. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event: The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight at Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center - Charleston • 13600 seats,
200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $122, Tickets Available: 589. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — TAPED PROGRAM (TV / RADIO), Best Value, Weekend Event: Mountain Stage Hosted By Kathy Mattea ft. Greensky Bluegrass & Hiss Golden Messenger at Culture Center Theater,
1900 Kanawha Blvd, Charleston, WV 25305, US. From $20, Avg. price ~ $55, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — Concert: Taylorville - A Tribute to Taylor Swift at Charleston Civic Center Little Theater • 738 seats,
200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $57, Tickets Available: 159. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, High Demand, Weekend Event: West Virginia Symphony Orchestra: Music Under the Stars at Clay Center • 1883 seats,
One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $25, Avg. price ~ $212, Tickets Available: 132. Select Seats
- Nov 25, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: The Bodyguard - The Musical at Clay Center • 1883 seats,
One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $173, Tickets Available: 323. Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — CLASSICAL, High Demand: Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center - Charleston • 13600 seats,
200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $139, Tickets Available: 2111, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: West Virginia Symphony Orchestra: Sounds of the Season at Clay Center • 1883 seats,
One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $78, Tickets Available: 532. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event: Fred Tackett & Scott Sharrard at Culture Center Theater,
1900 Kanawha Blvd, Charleston, WV 25305, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $57, Tickets Available: 40. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — RODEO, High Demand: Christmas On Tour at Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center - Charleston • 13600 seats,
200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $73, Tickets Available: 1972. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: Charleston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Clay Center • 1883 seats,
One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $38, Avg. price ~ $106, Tickets Available: 596. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Charleston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Clay Center • 1883 seats,
One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $35, Avg. price ~ $113, Tickets Available: 444. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — RODEO, High Demand, Weekend Event: Christmas On Tour at Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center - Charleston • 13600 seats,
200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $83, Tickets Available: 1914. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Charleston Ballet: The Nutcracker at Clay Center • 1883 seats,
One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $99, Tickets Available: 744. Select Seats
- Dec 16, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — THEATRE: Cirque Dreams: Holidaze at Clay Center • 1883 seats,
One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $58, Avg. price ~ $117, Tickets Available: 382. Select Seats
- Dec 19, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: West Virginia Symphony Orchestra: Home Alone in Concert at Clay Center • 1883 seats,
One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $30, Avg. price ~ $76, Tickets Available: 769. Select Seats
- Dec 19, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: West Virginia Symphony Orchestra: Home Alone in Concert at Clay Center • 1883 seats,
One Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $77, Tickets Available: 539. Select Seats
- Jan 08, 2027, 8:00 PM Fri — RODEO: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour: PBR - Professional Bull Riders at Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center - Charleston • 13600 seats,
200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $46, Avg. price ~ $130, Tickets Available: 1201, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Jan 09, 2027, 7:00 PM Sat — RODEO, Weekend Event: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour: PBR - Professional Bull Riders at Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center - Charleston • 13600 seats,
200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $133, Tickets Available: 675, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Jan 16, 2027, 7:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Floyd Live - America's Pink Floyd Experience at Charleston Civic Center Little Theater • 738 seats,
200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301, US. From $42, Avg. price ~ $72, Tickets Available: 289. Select Seats
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From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Charleston. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What events are happening in Charleston right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Charleston rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Charleston?
Yeah — Charleston doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Charleston?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Charleston, WV. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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About American Arenas®
American Arenas® is a live-events platform that connects event schedules, venues, and ticket options through trusted marketplace partners. Listings are updated regularly as new events and dates are confirmed, helping users discover what’s happening and explore available ticket options across concerts, sports, shows, and more.