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2024 Schedule of Events

2.17
9:00 AM—10:00 AM
General Admission

DockDogs® Registration Opens

SEWE is proud to host one of the nation's most popular DockDogs® events. Watch dogs of all kinds and skill levels compete in various water jumping competitions. “Waves” of competition […]

2.17
9:00 AM—10:00 AM
VIP

VIP Private Preview Hour | Charleston Place

Before SEWE opens to the public, you’ll already have insider access to preview and snag your new art in the SEWE Fine Art Gallery. For VIP benefactors only.

2.17
9:00 AM—10:00 AM
VIP

VIP Private Preview Hour | Marketplace at The Gaillard Center

Purchase your favorite piece of art, before SEWE opens to the public.

2.17
10:00 AM—2:00 PM
Special Event
Presented by Norton + Hodges

Birds of a Feather Ladies Brunch Benefit

A must-do event for the women of SEWE.

2.17
10:00 AM—5:30 PM
General Admission

DockDogs® Competitions

Champion dogs showcase jumping & retrieval talents.

2.17
10:30 AM—11:00 AM
General Admission
Presented by PalmettoPride

Litter Trashes Everyone Puppet Show

The marionette show “Litter Trashes Everyone” is sponsored by PalmettoPride and is performed by Columbia Marionette Theatre.

2.17
10:30 AM—11:30 AM
Non-Ticketed

Birds of Prey Flight Demos

One of the most educational and entertaining shows during SEWE, watch amazing flight demos up-close by a variety of raptors including falcons, eagles, owls, vultures and hawks and learn about […]

2.17
10:30 AM—11:30 AM
General Admission

Sheep and Duck Herding Demos

Watch collies artfully muster sheep and ducks through various obstacles with only a few verbal commands.

2.17
11:00 AM—12:00 PM
General Admission

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Show

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary will introduce the wonders of the natural ecosystems and give SEWE attendees an up-close look at alligators, bobcats, foxes, birds of prey, snakes and much more. Seating […]

2.17
11:00 AM—12:00 PM
General Admission

Exhibition Tour with Copley Fine Art Auction’s Decoy Specialist Colin S. McNair

Join Copley Fine Art Auctions’ decoy specialist Colin S. McNair for an Introduction to American Bird Decoys Exhibit Tour on Friday and Saturday at 11 am.

2.17
11:00 AM—12:00 PM
General Admission
Presented by Beacon Community Bank

Live Art Series: Opposites Attract

Watch SEWE artists paint in two opposing mediums. Lori Dunn will showcase scratchboard, Amy Lay with Oil & Watercolor, Ray Gamradt with Charocal and Clayton Pennell with Acrylic, Oil, and 24k […]

2.17
11:30 AM—12:30 PM
General Admission
Presented by Purina ProPlan

Retriever Demonstration with Mike Stewart from Wildrose Kennels “7 Habits of the Highly Successful Gundog”

The Wildrose British Labrador demonstration pack with the professionals of canine nutrition, Purina ProPlan, will be featured at Brittlebank Park.

2.17
12:00 PM—12:30 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by South Carolina Department of Agriculture

Chef Demo

Certified SC returns to Marion Square with a tent featuring the Palmetto State’s finest specialty food vendors and the Fresh on the Menu cooking stage, where South Carolina’s most talented […]

2.17
12:00 PM—12:30 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by National Marine Mammal Foundation

National Marine Mammal Foundation Dolphin Doctor Hands-On Workshop Experience

NMMF will conduct interactive Dolphin Doctor: On the Front Lines of Marine Mammal Medicine workshops for SEWE participants. This program focuses on marine mammal medicine, science, and technology, and applications […]

2.17
12:30 PM—12:30 PM
General Admission

Orvis Fly Fishing Demonstration at Brittlebank Park

Fly fishing casting lessons with Orvis at Brittlebank Park. Try your hand at angling or improve upon your skills with the fly fishing professionals on-site.

2.17
12:30 PM—12:30 PM
General Admission

Orvis Fly Fishing Demonstration at Marion Square

Fly fishing casting lessons with Orvis in the arena at Marion Square. Try your hand at angling or improve upon your skills with the fly fishing professionals on-site.

2.17
1:00 PM—1:30 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by South Carolina Department of Agriculture

Chef Demo

Certified SC returns to Marion Square with a tent featuring the Palmetto State’s finest specialty food vendors and the Fresh on the Menu cooking stage, where South Carolina’s most talented […]

2.17
1:00 PM—1:30 PM
General Admission
Presented by PalmettoPride

Litter Trashes Everyone Puppet Show

The marionette show “Litter Trashes Everyone” is sponsored by PalmettoPride and is performed by Columbia Marionette Theatre.

2.17
1:00 PM—2:00 PM
General Admission

Boykin Spaniel Society presents “Meet the Gundogs” Retriever Demonstrations

Retriever Demonstration “Meet the Gundogs”Dogs of various breeds and ages put on demonstrations of retrieving skills. Able handlers will be on site to answer questions and tell you how you […]

2.17
1:00 PM—2:00 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by Purina Pro Plan

Purina Pro Plan Flying Disc Dog Demonstrations

The high-flying Purina® Pro Plan Performance Team is a collection of some of the world’s most athletic canines. Come watch the team perform amazing flying disc routines.

2.17
1:30 PM—3:30 PM
Special Event
Presented by Charleston County Park & Recreation

Combing the Caw Caw Wilderness

The Caw Caw Interpretative Center, just south of Charleston, contains a variety of South Carolina Lowcountry habitats that are known for their beauty and wildlife. Join a naturalist to explore […]

2.17
2:00 PM—2:30 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by South Carolina Department of Agriculture

Chef Demo

Certified SC returns to Marion Square with a tent featuring the Palmetto State’s finest specialty food vendors and the Fresh on the Menu cooking stage, where South Carolina’s most talented […]

2.17
2:00 PM—3:00 PM
General Admission

Sheep and Duck Herding Demos

Watch collies artfully muster sheep and ducks through various obstacles with only a few verbal commands.

2.17
2:00 PM—3:00 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by Center for Birds of Prey

Birds of Prey Flight Demos

One of the most educational and entertaining shows during SEWE, watch amazing flight demos up-close by a variety of raptors including falcons, eagles, owls, vultures and hawks and learn about […]

2.17
2:00 PM—3:00 PM
General Admission

Jeff Corwin: Live Animal Show

Television personality, author, and conservationist, Jeff Corwin joins us once again to entertain and delight SEWE attendees with live animals at the Gaillard Center. Seating is first-come, first-served.

2.17
2:00 PM—3:00 PM
General Admission
Presented by Beacon Community Bank

Live Art Series: Pencil It In

Watch SEWE artists sketch in pencil, scratchboard & graphite.

2.17
2:00 PM—4:00 PM
Special Event

Cocktails & Conservation with Garden & Gun

Grab a cocktail and join us at the Garden & Gun offices for compelling conversations focusing on wildlife, sporting, culture, and conservation.

2.17
3:00 PM—3:30 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by South Carolina Department of Agriculture

Chef Demo

Certified SC returns to Marion Square with a tent featuring the Palmetto State’s finest specialty food vendors and the Fresh on the Menu cooking stage, where South Carolina’s most talented […]

2.17
3:00 PM—4:00 PM
General Admission
Presented by Purina ProPlan

Retriever Demonstration with Mike Stewart from Wildrose Kennels “7 Habits of the Highly Successful Gundog”

The Wildrose British Labrador demonstration pack with the professionals of canine nutrition, Purina ProPlan, will be featured at Brittlebank Park.

2.17
3:30 PM—4:00 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by National Marine Mammal Foundation

National Marine Mammal Foundation Dolphin Doctor Hands-On Workshop Experience

NMMF will conduct interactive Dolphin Doctor: On the Front Lines of Marine Mammal Medicine workshops for SEWE participants. This program focuses on marine mammal medicine, science, and technology, and applications […]

2.17
4:00 PM—4:30 PM
General Admission
Presented by PalmettoPride

Litter Trashes Everyone Puppet Show

The marionette show “Litter Trashes Everyone” is sponsored by PalmettoPride and is performed by Columbia Marionette Theatre.

2.17
4:30 PM—5:30 PM
General Admission

Boykin Spaniel Society presents “Meet the Gundogs” Retriever Demonstrations

Retriever Demonstration “Meet the Gundogs”Dogs of various breeds and ages put on demonstrations of retrieving skills. Able handlers will be on site to answer questions and tell you how you […]

2.17
4:30 PM—5:30 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by Purina Pro Plan

Purina Pro Plan Flying Disc Dog Demonstrations

The high-flying Purina® Pro Plan Performance Team is a collection of some of the world’s most athletic canines. Come watch the team perform amazing flying disc routines.

2.17
6:00 PM—10:00 PM
Special Event
Presented by SCWA

SCWA Annual Duck Shuck Oyster Roast

With live music, live and silent auctions, raffles and hot oysters, this casual party is a fun evening.

2.17
7:00 PM—11:00 PM
VIP

SEWE Soiree

A night filled with live music and good times—the perfect send-off for the weekend.

2.17
7:30 PM—10:30 PM
Special Event

Lowcountry Social

BBQ, open bar & bluegrass music by the fire.

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