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# Charleston City Market

  Home Plan Your Visit  Directions & Parking Eat at the Market Explore the Charleston City Market Day Market  Great Hall Open Air Sheds Sweetgrass Baskets History Night Market News & Events Gallery Home Plan Your Visit  Directions & Parking Eat at the Market Explore the Charleston City Market Day Market  Great Hall Open Air Sheds Sweetgrass Baskets History Night Market News & Events Gallery --> --> --> --> --> --> --> THURSDAY, June 12th A NIGHT OUT ON THE TOWN! Ceremony with the honorable Mayor Cogswell Thursday Night, June 12th @ The Charleston City Market, Mayor Cogswell will join The Charleston City Market in celebrating the remarkable resilience of long-standing businesses and welcoming the innovative spirit of new businesses. The CIty Market transforms into the Night Market @ 6:30 pm and will be a lively celebration with Mayor Cogswell, local businesses, live music, and plenty of artisan goods! Mayor Cogswell will be honoring vendors who have successfully grown their businesses in the market for 30, 40, or 50 years, celebrating their remarkable achievements and dedication to their local, small businesses. Furthermore, a ceremony will be held to welcome new vendors who are introducing their own handmade products, embodying the entrepreneurial spirit. As Jimmy Buffet so eloquently put it, "I'm just a simple guy, I'm just trying to make it." A tropical vibe will be on site with music that will pay homage to Jimmy Buffet and some of everyone's most cherished songs. For more information, contact chasnightmarket@gmail.com . --> We are Open daily 9:30-5:00 pm.   Celebrate with Us!   Get ready to celebrate because the Night Market is back in action this Thursday, July 2nd, and Friday, July 3rd! We’re inviting you to join us for two spectacular nights filled with incredible local art, tasty treats, and live music to get you in the groove before the holiday fireworks and festivities officially kick off! Night Market begins at 6:30 pm     As we prepare to celebrate America’s grand sesquicentennial on July 4th, we wanted to give you a friendly heads-up: THE NIGHT MARKETwill be taking a little breather ( CLOSED JULY 4th) to join in on the festivities! But fear not, dear patrons, for the THE CHARLESTON CITY MARKET will be OPEN during the day of July 4th, ( everyday!!!) bustling with energy and excitement, ready to serve you on this iconic day. So come on down, soak up the patriotic spirit, and enjoy a delightful day of shopping, eating, and celebrating! Ready to serve you at 9:30 am   The Charleston City Market is Accepting Night Market Applications! Applications will be accepted 01.01.2026 - 02.15.2026 at 1 pm We are excited to have you apply for the Night Market! We are always looking for amazing new artists, artisans, crafters and food vendors. 2026 Night Market Vendor Application --> About the Night Market We are the largest art market in the Southeast and have won Charleston's choice for Local Art in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023. 2024 & 2025. The Night Market began as an Artisan/Hand Crafted only market in 2013, and now has over 200 various artists represented. This dynamic and diverse group has become an integral part of the Charleston City Market. The Night Market is situated between Church Street and East Bay Street, operating every Friday and Saturday evening from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM, commencing March 14, 2026, and concluding in December 2026. Centrally located in downtown Charleston, within the iconic City Market, the Night Market offers an opportunity to discover high-quality, unique, local, and handcrafted items, establishing itself as one of the largest and most diverse artisan markets, spanning three blocks. We are pleased that you have chosen to apply for the Night Market. Applications for the upcoming season will be accepted exclusively January1, 2026 - February 15, 2026 @ 1pm. Access to the application form requires a Google account. No walk-in applications will be accepted. We do not accept applications for the Day Market, as the Night Market serves as the pathway to becoming a Day Market vendor. Upon acceptance to the Night Market, there may be opportunities to participate in the Day Market at the renowned Charleston City Market. We are currently not accepting applications for Jewelry, Candles, CBD or Essential Oils, Ice Cream or Italian Ice, printed mugs, baseball caps, charcuterie boards, ornaments. --> Charleston Caroling Company Experience the magic of the season with a Dickens-inspired holiday music performance! Performance Schedule 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Nov 29, 2025 Nov 30, 2025 Dec 6, 2025 Dec 7, 2025 Dec 13, 2025 Dec 14, 2025 Special Event Christmas Tree Lighting December 5, 2025 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. A special thank you to Kaminsky'ss for their kindness in contributing Hot Cocoa to the first 25 people who donate new, unused toys to Toys for Tots! Kamisnky's will be on site selling Hot Cocoa and small desserts after the donation of 25 hot chocolates. --> CLICK HERE FOR THE APPLICATION --> We are not accepting: NO Bath & Body Work products NO Photography NO Printed T Shirts NO Printed on Mugs NO Printed on Baseball Caps NO charcuterie boards (Cutting Boards) The only Jewelry application that we will accept is FINE GOLD JEWELRY (no white gold, resin, beads, no silver, no wood, no cloth jewelry, no other jewelry of any kind.) Visual Art will be limited, and must be unique, as we have an abundance of very gifted visual artists. No CBD or Essential Oils No Italian Ice or Ice Cream --> Welcome Back! Join us for a magical 2022 Night Market. Returning St. Patty's weekend, with live music & covering 3 1/2 blocks of the heart of Charleston, with over 100 unique artists and artisans, 100 nights a year. We will see you here & don't forget to wear your green! 6:30-10:30pm - March-December every weekend! We are Open daily 9:30-6:00 pm. --> 3 blocks of Artists, Artisans, Music & food. --> We close at 5:00 pm on Sundays. Great Hall Sunday - Thursday Open 9:30 to 5:00 pm., Friday and Saturday open until 6pm Night Market is closed until March 19th --> Let's get voting! We are so happy to serve our community with over 300 unique local businesses including over 100 local artists and artisans. Thank you for taking time to vote! Local Shopping Center Historical Site Local Artisan Goods Best Gift Shop Best Place to Take a Tourist --> SWEETGRASS BASKETS This style of basket was originally made to winnow rice on local plantations. Today, sweetgrass baskets are works of art and highly sought after souvenirs. Read More Certified Authentic When you see the Certified Authentic Handmade in Charleston seal, it means a product is 100% locally made. Read More Spend the Whole Day Meet locals. Shop for great souvenirs. Take a tour. Enjoy local cuisine. Check into a hotel overlooking the Historic Charleston City Market. Read More Meet the Market Get to know the passionate entrepreneurs, traditions, and certified authentic Made in Charleston items found at the Historic Charleston City Market. Read More Charleston's #1 Most Visited Attraction FIND THE CHARLESTON CITY MARKET Find The Charleston City Market on the map and learn about hours and events. Read More --> --> NEWS & EVENTS AT THE CITY MARKET   --> 10/31/25 Buddy’s Big City Tree Lighting Learn More --> 10/30/25 The Cobra Chorale of Cane Bay High School Learn More --> 11/26/24 Tree Lighting at The Charleston City Market (Free Public Event!) 2024 Learn More --> 11/26/24 Toys for Tots 2024. Donate a New Toy, Gift or Book Learn More --> 11/26/24 The Charleston Caroling Company 2024 Learn More --> 12/06/23 Charleston Southern University Jazz Combo Learn More --> See All News & Events × Thank You! Close Day Market Hours We are Open daily 9:30-5:00 pm. Great Hall Sunday - Thursday Open 9:30 to 5:00 pm., Friday and Saturday open until 6pm --> We are Open daily 9:30-5:30 pm. Night Market Hours Fri & Saturday Night 6:30-10:30 pm The Night Market will return St. Patty's Weekend, March 18th, 6:30-10:30 pm, 3 blocks of Artists, Artisans, Music & food.--> Stay in Touch E-News Sign Up Office 188 Meeting Street Charleston, SC 29401 Participate Become a Vendor Mailing 73 North Market Street, Suite A Charleston SC 29401 Find us on The Map Web Development & Hosting by Colophon