It is with heavy hearts that we are announcing the closure of the Culinary Village on Sunday March 10 in consultation with the City of North Charleston. We ask for your patience as we work through these unforeseen circumstances. All ticketing exchange requests are being reviewed now. Please keep a close eye on your email for updates.

The Weekender is the ultimate ticket for the CHSWF enthusiast who is looking to conquer the festival like a pro and in VIP fashion.

It offers a VIP Culinary Village experience along with your ticket to (5) Signature Events!

STREET EATS
Get access to this sold-out event and take your taste buds on a culinary world tour of the global flavors and cuisines that make Charleston and the Lowcountry one of the most exciting places to dine. Taste + sip + groove your way through the night as you experience the international tastes that have influenced the dishes we have come to know and love – no passport required!

THE SMOKESHOW
Get access to this sold-out event and dazzle your senses as you dig into this regionally-inspired adventure. This is one sultry Southern shindig you don’t want to miss featuring:

• A feast of smoky offerings prepared by 25 chefs and pitmasters
• A smorgasbord of wine, beer, and spirits + cocktail samplings along with non-alcoholic offerings
• Complimentary commemorative CHSWF rocks glass
• Live music by Sideshow Americans + Broken Speakers

SHUCKED
Get access to this sold-out event where you will taste your way around the waters of the Lowcountry as you enjoy many of our local varieties shucked by the purveyors themselves, featuring:

• A feast with oysters as the star prepared by 20+ chefs
• A smorgasbord of wine, beer, and spirits samplings along with non-alcoholic offerings
• Complimentary commemorative crystal CHSWF glass (retails for $15)
• Live music

THE DAY PARTY
We’re serving up great music and even better vibes at this “funday” gathering. It’s giving 2 AM vibes at brunch – so get up and get ready to dazzle on the dance floor!

THE FINALE
We invite you to reflect and indulge with us. Enjoy the sips + bites from a round-up of the South’s best chefs + bev pros and sounds by Stop Light Observations!

CULINARY VILLAGE
The Culinary Village is Charleston Wine + Food’s largest sampling experience and has long been the cornerstone of the festival. Create community, make memories, and savor the flavors of this daytime celebration of food, drinks, and fun as you enjoy bites + sips, chef demos, immersive experiences, live music, retail therapy, and more! VIP at the Culinary Village Includes:

• Culinary Village access on Friday, March 8; Saturday, March 9; and Sunday, March 10
• Exclusive VIP experience including:
  • a badge-holder lounge with food samples and a complimentary bar
  • One hour early access to the Culinary Village
  • Complimentary round-trip shuttle from Downtown Charleston
  • Caviar bumps on the hour 
  • Elevated food and beverage offerings featuring The Tasting Alliance
  • Commemorative gift
  • Commemorative festival badge + lanyard
• A feast of flavors to sample + savor, featuring a lineup of local chefs + caterers serving up bites of Lowcountry staple dishes
• A smorgasbord of wine, beer, and spirits samplings, along with non-alcoholic offerings 
• Larger food portions provided by beloved local food purveyors + vendors, available for purchase
• A retail destination featuring regional artisans, pop-up farmer’s market, Book Nook with daily meet + greets and author signings, and official CHSWF merchandise
• A demo stage featuring competition, culinary, cocktail, and even comedy!
• Live music
• Commemorative CHSWF glass (retails for $15)
• Dedicated entrance
• Dedicated restrooms

Grab your friends and get ready to fest!

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