Charleston Cocktail Festival

Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of cocktails, creativity, and community at the inaugural Charleston Cocktail Festival! Whether you're a cocktail connoisseur or just love a great time, this event is for you.

🗓 Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
🕐 Time: 1PM - 7PM

• Diamond Vip Entry: 1:00 PM (includes early access)
• VIP Entry: 1:00 PM (includes early access)
• General Admission (GA): 2:00 PM
• ⏰ Drinks will not be served after 6:00 PM
  📍 Location: Hanahan Amphitheater, 3100 Amphitheater Ave, Hanahan, SC 29410

• 🍸 Craft Cocktails: Sample creative signature drinks from Charleston’s best bartenders, over 20+ unique cocktails.
• 🎶 Live Entertainment: Enjoy a mix of DJ sets throughout the event.
• 🍔 Local Food Trucks: For purchase, satisfy your cravings with eats from some of Lowcountry’s favorite food vendors.
• 🛍️ Vendor Market: Shop from local artisans and cocktail-themed merchandise.
• 🏆 Cocktail Competition: Cast your vote and help crown Charleston’s Best Bartender!
• For those who want more than just great cocktails—Diamond VIP takes your festival experience to the next level.

Includes:

• 🍸 Diamond VIP: Hands-On Mixology Session – Participate with a professional bartender in an exclusive, interactive cocktail class and receive 1-hour early entry to start sampling over 20+ cocktails before GA guests arrive, live DJ entertainment, food, vendors and much more! (Limited availability—only a select number of Diamond VIP tickets will be released!)

• 🍹 VIP: VIP ticket holders receive 1-hour early entry to start sampling over 20+ cocktails before GA guests arrive, live DJ entertainment, food, vendors and much more! (Limited availability—only a select number of VIP tickets will be released!)

• GA: Includes sampling up to 20+ cocktails (while supplies last), live DJ entertainment, food, vendors and much more!

• 🧾 Admission includes cocktail samples, live entertainment, and access to vendors.
• ✅ 21+ Event: Valid government-issued ID required for entry.
• ♿ Accessibility: Venue is ADA-compliant with accessible restrooms and parking.
• 🅿️ Parking: Free parking available on-site. Ride-sharing is encouraged.
• 🚫 Please Drink Responsibly: Enjoy your experience in moderation. Bartenders have the right to not serve inebriant guest.
• 🔄 Note: Cocktail selections subject to change based on ingredient availability.
• ⏳ Last call is at 6:00 PM—no drinks served after this time.

Join us for an afternoon of great sips, good vibes, and Lowcountry hospitality—CHEERS!

For updates and tickets, visit: www.charlestoncocktailfestival.com

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hanahan Amphitheater, 3100 Amphitheater Avenue, Hanahan, United States