AFTER DARK
Things get cooler once the sun goes down, both in temperature and in vibe. It’s time to get out and explore, whether it’s yoga under the stars, movies in the park, or a river paddle and bonfire complete with s’mores
Paddle S’more
Gaze at the full moon rising over the Intracoastal Waterway and Awendaw Creek while following guides from Nature Adventures Outfitters on a night kayak tour with views of the Cape Romain Wildlife Refuge and the Francis Marion National Forest. After the one-hour paddle, enjoy a bonfire back at the put-in, complete with hot dogs and s’mores. It’s a family- and dog-friendly event with the opportunity to bring instruments for a bonfire jam session. 8257 N. Hwy. 17, McClellanville. June 25, July 23, & August 22, 7:30 or 8 p.m. $30; $15 bring your own boat; $10 bonfire only. natureadventureoutfitters.com (opens in a new tab)
Local Finds
Shop the downtown Charleston City Night Market to discover treasures from local artists and craftspeople. Along three city blocks, peruse 100 percent locally made goods, such as adorable children’s clothing and beach hats from Beach Bébé Charleston, Element hand-poured wood-wick candles, and even decorative bowls that Eileen Payne handcrafts from pages of this magazine. Market St. between Church & East Bay sts., Friday & Saturday, 6:30-10:30 p.m. thecharlestoncitymarket.com (opens in a new tab)
Nighttime Namaste
Center your body and mind under the moon during Starlight Yoga at Folly Beach County Park. For these two special “flow and glow” twilight yoga classes, instructor Ji Hwang leads beginning and well-versed yogis alike. Participants will receive a glow-in-the-dark prize with their required advanced registration. 1100 W. Ashley Ave. Folly Beach, June 3 & July 1, 7:30–8:30 p.m. $8. ccprc.com (opens in a new tab)
Movies in the Park
Each Friday in August is movie night at the Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park. Grab your favorite blanket and a spot on the lawn for this Music and Movies series. Get a bite to eat from the on-site vendors and settle in as local bands play. The big screen lights up at sundown. 99 Harry M. Hallman Jr. Blvd., Mount Pleasant. Friday, 6:30 p.m. Admission and parking are free. tompsc.com (opens in a new tab)
Moonrise Kingdom
Watch the sun set and the full moon rise over the Lowcountry salt marsh while paddling the backside of Folly Beach. Guides at Charleston SUP Safaris lead these Full Moon Safaris two nights per month, providing a great opportunity to ply the waters under the stars. 83 Center St., Folly Beach. June 23 & 24, July 22 & 23, & August 21 & 22; 6:30 p.m. $50, $40 ages eight-12. charlestonsupsafaris.com (opens in a new tab)