Natural Blonde Mix In a Pickle at 2nd Sunday

September 12, 2026Charleston Made, FoodSusan Lucas

Charleston's favorite Golden Bloody Mary brand is stirring up something new — and it's briny, bold, and unapologetically tangy. Natural Blonde Mix has launched its Pickle flavor, a crisp twist on the sun-ripened golden tomato base the brand is known for.

Pickle juice has always been part of Natural Blonde's secret blend, so this new release simply turns up the volume — think dill, garlic, and a little zip layered over that signature light, clean tomato profile. It's built for the same all-natural, gluten-free standard the brand has carried since its Charleston debut: no artificial preservatives, no shortcuts.

Whether you're building a classic Bloody Mary, a Michelada, or just sipping it over ice, the Pickle flavor brings a snappy, refreshing edge to brunch season. It's Natural Blonde doing what it does best — Charleston charm, bottled up with a little extra bite. Find them and try the new flavor at Beaufain Street and King.

Tate Nation brings his Charleston charm to new releases

September 12, 2026Art, Artist Spotlight, Beauty, Charleston Made, FlowersSusan Lucas

If you've spent any time strolling King Street or wandering through the Piccolo Spoleto outdoor art exhibition, you already know Tate Nation's work — even if you didn't know his name. His bold, layered paintings of Rainbow Row, palm-lined streets, and sun-soaked Lowcountry scenes have become a kind of visual shorthand for Charleston itself. Now, that same signature style is stepping out of the gallery and into the garden.

Nation's garden flags take his most beloved Lowcountry motifs and shrinks them down to a size perfect for a porch post or a patch of front-yard dirt. The result is unmistakably his: thick, textured brushwork rendered in his signature bright palette, full of whimsy and warmth.

For longtime fans, it's a fresh, affordable way to bring his art home. For newcomers, it's an easy introduction to an artist who has spent decades capturing this city's spirit. Keep an eye out for the flags at 257 King Street — they're a small canvas carrying a lot of Charleston charm.

2nd Sunday on King Street is this weekend 9/13!

September 10, 2026Art, Beauty, Books, Business, Charleston MadeSusan Lucas

Looks like good weather and happy wandering at 2nd Sunday on King Street. Pop in to Cool Room at the Hotel Richemont’s Two Bit Club, just steps from King Street on Society.

The Two Bit Club at Hotel Richemont on Society Street

2nd Sunday Guests Ask, What’s PSOAE?

May 9, 2026Charleston MadeSusan Lucas

Piccolo Spoleto Outdoor Art Exhibition (May 22–June 6, 2026): Held in Marion Square, this free, long-running exhibition features local artists selling oils, watercolors, photography, and more. The exhibition runs from May 22 through June 6 with June 7 as an optional day for exhibitors. Join these artists for a lovely, creative day in the park. Sneak preview at 2nd Sunday on King Street May 10 at “Hasell Square”.

Charleston Magazine Loves Makers

May 7, 2026Art, Charleston Made, Fashion, Guess Who’s ComingSusan Lucas

Thank you, Charleston Magazine for supporting 2nd Sunday on King Street and makers across the area with your Charleston Makers Program.

Charleston Magazine support 2nd Sunday on King Street

Spring in Charleston: Where Design Meets Discovery

February 7, 2026Charleston Made, ExperiencesSusan Lucas

The Historic Charleston Foundation wants to tell you about the Charleston Festival (March 18-April 11) and Charleston by Design (March 12-15) as well as present some of the artifacts found at two museum houses during archaeological digs.

Every spring, Charleston doesn’t just show off — it opens up.

Behind gates, inside historic rooms, and even beneath floorboards, the city reveals how it has actually lived.

From March 12–15, Charleston by Design begins the season.

From March 18–April 11, The Charleston Festival expands that conversation across the peninsula.

Together they form a single idea: preservation isn’t nostalgia — it’s investigation.

Charleston by Design shows the intention. The Charleston Festival shows the evidence.

Charleston, uniquely, allows both conversations to happen in the same month, sometimes in the same house. You might walk through a perfectly restored dining room in the morning… and that afternoon learn what was thrown away just outside its door 200 years ago.

Because preservation is often mistaken for decoration. But in Charleston, preservation is forensic.

It asks not just what survived — but whose stories were buried. Spring is when the city answers.

Meet the Charleston Historic Foundation in front of H&M at 281 King Street.

2nd Sunday on King Street November 9th

November 8, 2025Art, Books, Charleston Made, Dogs, Experiences, FlowersSusan Lucas

Here’s a special offer from Tate Nation on his birthday (we won’t say which one).

Best gift ever! The luminous art of lithophanes.

The Lowcountry Nosh returns.

Tomorrow is the second Sunday of the month, and you know what that means—2nd Sunday on King Street! From Queen to Calhoun—pedestrians rule the street and the whole Charleston peninsula buzzes with activity, transforming one of America’s best shopping streets into a vibrant, open-air celebration of Charleston’s rich culture.

The food scene is equally impressive, with everything from lobster rolls and pierogis to oysters, barbecue, ice cream, and fresh baked sourdough. Many restaurants offer outdoor dining, making it easy to enjoy a meal al fresco while soaking in the festive atmosphere.

Street musicians perform throughout the event, and local artists and galleries often have special demonstrations and exhibits from noon to 5:00 PM.

Join your friends and neighbors—and their dogs—for the perfect blend of shopping, dining, music, atmosphere and surprises that make Charleston special.

Shopping, culture, food, fun at 2nd Sunday on King Street.

Olive the Rescue Dacshund

November 9, 2024Books, Charleston Made, Dogs, Experiences, ShoppingSusan Lucas

Woof Gang will host a book signing for author Tracy M. Graley. Her book Olive The Rescue Dachshund is a story about the power of kindness, resilience, and self-worth.

Woof Gang will also have a holiday backdrop available for pups and their people to use, with a QR code for donations to Charleston Animal Society.

See you there! 341 King Street

Don’t Mess With Moms. Get MADD at 2nd Sunday!

November 9, 2024Art, Charleston Made, Dogs, Flowers, ShoppingSusan Lucas

Volunteers from Mothers Against Drunk Driving will be at 2nd Sunday on King Street this weekend to promote 2024 Walk Like MADD Lowcountry.

It’s Not Raining Inside Candlefish and it’s Restaurant Week!

September 7, 2024Art, Charleston Made, Dogs, Experiences, Fine Dining, FlowersSusan Lucas

If it’s raining, you can duck the raindrops inside at The Restoration, corner of King & Wentworth. Choose Coffee at The Rise, lunch at The Watch Rooftop, or their beautiful library space off the lobby. Hazel Twenty Boutique on Wentworth Street is right next door. Here’s a list of more ideas:

367 King DFTI

356 Craft DIY

354 State and Liberty

345 King Street Kenny Flowers

341 King Street Woof Gang

338 Francesca’s

337 King Street Rusty Bull

333 King Street Chubbies

300 King Street My Sisters Cottage

273 King Street Collared Greens

270 King Street Candlefish

231 King Street Spartina

208 King Street AW Shucks

200 King Street Peyton William

171 King Street Beau and Ro

161 King Street Charleston Shoe

And at 51 George Street House of Sage

June 9th 2nd Sunday with art, culture, music, food and you!

June 8, 2024Art, Charleston Made, Dogs, Fine Dining, Flowers, ShoppingSusan Lucas

Woof Gang Bakery will have their pup-ular Dog Cooling Station again this month along with 15% off life vests and Soggy Doggy products. 341 King Street.

Sweetgrass Artist Karen Smalls Horlback is cueing up to be part of 2nd Sunday. Look for her Sweetgrass inspired pieces in the tradition of her family and heritage.

Loblolly Farm will be here with a fun, Next Big Thing game you won’t want to resist. Look for them around the Antique store at 191 King Street and get ready to play!

Piccolo Spoleto Artists will be in Marion Square for their last hurrah of the season. Look for our pal and 2024 Piccolo Spoleto Poster Artist Tate Nation up that way along with so many local artists who stay just to make 2nd Sunday even better!

Charleston Library Society will partner with College of Charleston’s Department of Theatre and Dance to present Stelle di Domani, their annual Piccolo Spoleto offering. Don’t miss this special Shakespearian experience that returns for its second year! The front steps of the Charleston Library Society serve as a stage for a plein air, abbreviated performance of “In Love and Death”. This noteworthy production represents a continuing collaboration between Charleston Library Society’s Special Collections, Igoe Shakespeare Library and the Theatre and Dance Department. Bring a chair and your friends to experience live theatre during your Second Sunday stroll. Shakespeare on the Steps is a walk-up-and-watch performance that is free and open to the public! 2:00 pm. 164 King Street.

Introducing Miss Cocky! Joining us for the first time, this Miss Cocky has the newest arrivals of game day apparel, accessories and gifts. Show your spirit with Miss Cocky!

Xfinity, Zola Vida and Playful Pack return to 2nd Sunday this weekend and we’re grateful for their support.

Mom wants to come to 2nd Sunday!

May 10, 2024Charleston Made, Art, Books, Dogs, Experiences, Fine Dining, Flowers, Music, ShoppingSusan Lucas

Your dog needs a cookie! And a toy! At Wolfgang Bakery and Grooming, enjoy 15% of all things pink for Mother's Day. Plus, there's a cooling station in front of the store for pups to cool off in. 341 King Street.

Zola Jewelry is handcrafted in the South Carolina Lowcountry

April 14 2nd Sunday on King Street nothing but food, fun, art, shopping and our great community

April 12, 2024Art, Books, Charleston Made, Dogs, Experiences, Fine Dining, Food, FlowersSusan Lucas

Charleston Vibes is CofC's elite, co-ed a Cappella group will perform!

La Casa Love Aster Boutique Evergarden will be with us. Walsh Woods brings beautiful bowls, vases, and charcuterie boards from locally sourced trees joins 2nd Sunday for the first time.

Look for Kendalls Kandles Beachy Keen by KK Foxy Fossils Earth and Air Studios Zola Jewelry. Thanks for your support Stradley Davidson Linen Collective and Asher Greystar where lovely meets lively.

Stitchen it Charleston Soap Chef Liv Bella Vita Natural Blonde Mix , yes they’re coming.

Tate & Rebecca & Lauren & KJ BBQ & Flowers by Vanessa as always.

2nd Sunday March 10 Coming Your Way

March 9, 2024Art, Charleston Made, Dogs, Fine Dining, Flowers, FoodSusan Lucas

There’s a Westie Pawrade at 2:00, complete with kilts, bagpipes and lots of little white dogs. Marion Square to a treat stop and photo op at Woof Gang Bakery, then as far down King Street as their little white paws will take them.

It’s Wine and Food’s last day. Celebrate with wine… and food! Riverfront Park or find your own at 2nd Sunday.

Chamber Music with Friends Series at the Sotille Theater

Tate & Rebecca & Lauren & KJ BBQ & Flowers by Vanessa as always.

Forte Sunday Jazz Jam and Open Mic Night. Sunday nights are for musicians of all levels to perform, gain stage experience and network with other musicians. Forte Jazz Lounge is starting its first Jazz Jam and Open Mic. Musicians of all experience levels are welcome to join the Sunday house musicians, Misha Pekar on Piano, Brice Tiffany on Bass and Bryce Waldron-Noren on Drums.

Spring forward Saturday night and land at 2nd Sunday bright eyed and bushy tailed.

See you there!

At 2nd Sunday January 14

January 8, 2024Art, Books, Charleston Made, Dogs, ExperiencesSusan Lucas

Hero Donuts and Buns + Rodney Scott = next level Deliciousness. Look for both this Sunday!

Hero Doughnuts & Buns serves sandwiches, burgers, salads, and, of course, doughnuts. Customers can expect doughnut toppings like Fruity Pebbles, pistachio glaze, maple sea salt, and more. Sandwich options include egg & cheese, fried pork chop, chicken salad, burgers, and more. When it’s not 2nd Sunday, you can visit Hero at 145 Calhoun St.

Rodney Scott (born 1971) is an American chef and whole-hog barbecue pitmaster from Hemingway South Carolina. In 2018 Scott was named Best Chef: Southeast by the James Beard Foundation, only the second pitmaster to win a James Beard chef award. When it’s not 2nd Sunday, you can visit Rodney's at 1011 King St.

Woof Gang Bakery Charleston is here to help your dog keep fit in the new year with 10% off Collars, Leashes and Slow Bowls.

February 11 Super 2nd Sunday

January 8, 2024Art, Charleston Made, Experiences, Fine Dining, Flowers, Food, LearningSusan Lucas

Roller Rabbit will have fresh fashion and merchandise on the street. They will also offer an additional 30% off sale items! 173 King Street.

Woof Gang Bakery Charleston will feature a photo kissing both for you to take Valentine themed pics of your pup from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm. BYOD - Bring Your Own Dog. 341 King Street.

Did you know Galentine’s Day is a concept that began with the TV series Parks and Recreation? Now it’s a custom for women to celebrate their gal friends. You can find a sweet artful gift for anyone with our OGs, Tate & Rebecca & Lauren & Flowers by Vanessa.

The Palmetto Rose Band will perform! Look for them on the street.

We love books and readers! Pick up a free—our favorite price—bookmark at the Info Tent near the Apple Store. It features our cool new “picasso” QR code. While supplies last.

Look for Chosen Treasures, KKBE’s Gift Shop, near Hasell Street. Did you know KKBE is the second oldest synagogue building in the United States and the oldest in continuous use. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1980.

A new business, CRAFTDIY do it yourself boutique craft studio and bar, will launch at 365 ½ King Street. Meet the founder Kelly Damiano at 2nd Sunday, and follow @craftdiy on Instagram.

Have you met MADD Vintage? If you’re looking for handpicked vintage tees sourced worldwide, pick up your Grateful Dead shirt!

There’s a Westie Pawrade next month; get your little white dogs and kilts ready to strut!

Rain or Shine: The Holidays are here! 2nd Sunday is the place to dive right in

December 9, 2023Art, Books, Charleston Made, Fine Dining, From the Ocean, FlowersSusan Lucas

Is that a magic window opening up in Sunday’s forecast just for us?

Sunday! 2nd Sunday on King Street

September 9, 2023Art, Books, Charleston Made, Fine Dining, ParkingSusan Lucas

It’s Restaurant Week in Charleston. Come downtown if you’re not already here, and savor the history, culture, cuisine and art that is King Street. Or shop… whatever. Smoosh your face into a flower by Sweet Jessamine or Vanessa.

At 2nd Sunday TODAY! Ways to keep cool.

August 13, 2023Art, Business, Charleston Made, Experiences, Flowers, Food, ShoppingSusan Lucas

Respoke has mens, womens and childrens espadrilles and sneakers handmade from designer scarves. 377 King Street. Peep toe espadrilles? What could possibly be cooler!

Duck into one of many stores, galleries, food purveyors

Reinert Fine Art at 179 King Street for an art plunge

Yeti at 360 King Street for a Rambler Water Bottle

Off Track Ice Cream on Beaufain Street just off King

Sso many ways for coolness at 2nd Sunday on King Street!

At 2nd Sunday on King Street this month

August 12, 2023Art, Charleston Made, Guess Who’s Coming, ShoppingSusan Lucas

Welcome Hannah Staib’s Indulge In Art collection. You’ll recognize her subject matter, dear to Charleston hearts. Look for Hannah on the bricks with Rebecca Illustrated, Tate Nation, Elise Carmichael and Lauren Ridenour. (You’ll find the bricks between Wentworth and Market Streets.)

Spartina 449 has a Sale on Sale! Already marked down merchandise will be an additional 30% off. Just in time to snag those last-minute looks before Summer ends! They’ll also have special 2nd Sunday door busters and refreshments! 231 King Street

Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit: Gain an up-close understanding of the artistic success and inspiration behind Michelangelo. Experience these classics, true to size, close-up, photographable, and at your own pace. Beaufain Street

Charleston Opera Theater provides world-class opera performances for the City of Charleston and surrounding communities. Look for. them at the Sotille Marquee.

Thanks to these other 2nd Sunday on King Street Sponsors and Supporters

Crews Subaru

Koko and Company

Lively CHS Properties

Portico Longevity

Optimal Bio

Zevia

Patagonia Made

Love Shack Fancy

7Hills

Millie Lynn Boutique

Woof Gang Bakery