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1.29 - 2.15
8:00 AM—12:00 PM
Non-Ticketed

SEWE 2025 Online Auction

Start your SEWE experience now. Get in on the action early with our 2025 online auction and bid on a catalogue of one-of-a-kind packages—featuring premium outdoor adventures and experiences that celebrate wildlife and the great outdoors.

2.14 - 2.16
10:00 AM—12:00 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by The Dewberry

The Dewberry Artist-in-Residence: Thomas Swanston

The Dewberry is pleased to welcome celebrated artist and conservationist Thomas Swanston as the Artist-in-Residence for SEWE 2025. Throughout SEWE weekend, guests can meet and witness the artist at work where […]

2.15
8:00 AM—9:00 AM
Special Event

ACE Morning Workout at SEWE

Start your SEWE mornings with a transformative workout experience led by renowned fitness expert Anneclaire Nelson.

2.15
9:00 AM—10:00 AM
General Admission

DockDogs® Onsite Registration/ Practice 9:00 am

2.15
9:00 AM—10:00 AM
General Admission

DockDogs® Registration Opens

2.15
9:00 AM—10:00 AM
VIP

VIP Private Preview Hour | Marketplace at The Gaillard Center

Before SEWE opens to the public, you’ll already have insider access to preview and purchase exhibitor and artisan offerings inside Gaillard Center. For VIP benefactors only.

2.15
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 purchase your new art in the SEWE Fine Art Gallery. For VIP benefactors only.

2.15
10:00 AM—11:00 AM
General Admission

DockDogs® Big Air WAVE # 4

2.15
10:00 AM—11:00 AM
General Admission

Copley Fine Art Decoy Exhibit and Auction Preview Opens

Get an exclusive look at world-class paintings and exquisite bird carvings ahead of Copley Fine Art’s Winter Sale 2025.

2.15
10:00 AM—11:00 AM
General Admission
Presented by Palmetto Bluff

Conservation in Action with Palmetto Bluff

Join Jay Walea, Palmetto Bluff’s Director of Conservancy, and Patty Kennedy of the North American Land Trust, for an interactive discussion on February 14th (2 pm) and 15th (10 am) at the Palmetto […]

2.15
10:00 AM—12:00 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by The Dewberry

The Dewberry Artist-in-Residence: Thomas Swanston

The Dewberry is pleased to welcome celebrated artist and conservationist Thomas Swanston as the Artist-in-Residence for SEWE 2025. Throughout SEWE weekend, guests can meet and witness the artist at work where […]

2.15
10:00 AM—2:00 PM
Special Event

Birds of a Feather Ladies Brunch Benefit

The Birds of a Feather Ladies Brunch Benefit, presented by SEWE and Norton + Hodges, is a one-of-a-kind event at the stunning Hotel Bennett. Linens generously sponsored by "Scraps by Stradley Davidson" and "Stradley Davidson Linen Collective."

2.15
10:00 AM—5:30 PM
General Admission

DockDogs® Competitions

Get ready for one of the nation’s most exciting DockDogs® events, hosted by SEWE.

2.15
10:00 AM—6:00 PM
General Admission

All Exhibits Open

Gates open at all 5 SEWE venues

2.15
10:30 AM—11:30 AM
Non-Ticketed

Birds of Prey Flight Demo

Get up-close with majestic raptors—falcons, eagles, owls, vultures, and hawks—as they showcase incredible flight demonstrations.

2.15
10:30 AM—11:30 AM
General Admission

Sheep and Duck Herding Demo

Prepare to be captivated as skilled collies demonstrate their extraordinary herding abilities.

2.15
11:00 AM—12:00 PM
General Admission

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Animal Show

Join us as experts from Busch Wildlife Sanctuary introduce the wonders of our natural ecosystems.

2.15
11:00 AM—12:00 PM
General Admission

Introduction to American Bird Decoys Exhibit Tour with Colin S. McNair

2.15
11:00 AM—12:00 PM
General Admission

Live Art Series: Pencil It In

Join us for a captivating demonstration as SEWE artists showcase their skills in pencil, scratchboard, and graphite.

2.15
11:00 AM—12:00 PM
General Admission

Exhibit Tour with Copley Fine Art Auctionsâ 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.

2.15
11:00 AM—2:00 PM
General Admission

Wild Wonders with the SC Aquarium

Join award-winning educators and live animals from the South Carolina Aquarium for an exciting, interactive program all about water, wildlife and wild places! The Aquarium educational staff and animal abassadors will […]

2.15
11:30 AM—12:30 PM
General Admission
Presented by Purina Pro Plan®

Retriever Demo with Wildrose Kennels “7 Habits of the Highly Successful Gundog”

Join us at Brittlebank Park for an exciting showcase featuring the Wildrose British Labrador demonstration pack, presented by the experts from Purina Pro Plan.

2.15
12:00 PM—12:30 PM
Non-Ticketed

NMMF Dolphin Doctor Hands-On Workshop Experience

Explore the fascinating world of marine mammal medicine through engaging, hands-on activities that highlight cutting-edge science and technology.

2.15
12:00 PM—1:00 PM
Non-Ticketed

Chef Demo

Workmen’s Cafe Chef Angie Bellinger with Harleston Towles of Rosebank Farms.

2.15
12:30 PM—1:00 PM
General Admission

Orvis Fly Fishing Demo with Peter Kutzer

Join us for an immersive live fly fishing demonstration with Orvis experts.

2.15
12:30 PM—1:30 PM
General Admission

DockDogs® Big Air WAVE # 5

2.15
1:00 PM—1:00 PM
Non-Ticketed

Purina Pro Plan Flying Disc Dog Demos

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.

2.15
1:00 PM—1:00 PM
Non-Ticketed

The Three Graces Discussion

Join artist Joseph Sulkowski for engaging discussions about The Three Graces sculpture beginning on Friday and Saturday in Gallery by SEWE.

2.15
1:00 PM—2:00 PM
Non-Ticketed

Chef Demo

Cru Catering Chef Alicia Smith with Neal Shelley of Swamp to Sea Honey Bees.

2.15
1:00 PM—2:00 PM
General Admission

Boykin Spaniel Society presents “Meet the Gundogs ” Retriever Demos

Watch skilled retrievers of all breeds and ages showcase their incredible retrieving abilities in this exciting demonstration.

2.15
1:30 PM—3:30 PM
Special Event
Presented by Charleston County Parks & Recreation

Combing the Caw Caw Wilderness

There's no better way to learn about the wilds of the South Carolina Lowcountry.

2.15
2:00 PM—3:00 PM
Non-Ticketed

Chef Demo

Prohibition Chef Greg Garrison with Adam Bokor of South Carolina Ostrich.

2.15
2:00 PM—3:00 PM
Non-Ticketed

Birds of Prey Flight Demo

Get up-close with majestic raptors—falcons, eagles, owls, vultures, and hawks—as they showcase incredible flight demonstrations.

2.15
2:00 PM—3:00 PM
General Admission

Forrest Galante Live Animal Show

Join renowned wildlife explorer and conservationist Forrest Galante for an exhilarating live animal show that brings the wonders of the animal kingdom straight to you

2.15
2:00 PM—3:00 PM
General Admission

Sheep and Duck Herding Demo

Prepare to be captivated as skilled collies demonstrate their extraordinary herding abilities.

2.15
2:00 PM—4:00 PM
Special Event
Presented by Garden & Gun

Cocktails & Conservation

Gather at the Garden & Gun offices in Charleston’s historic Cigar Factory for a spirited conversation on Southern ecology and conservation, paired with creative cocktails and culinary bites.

2.15
2:30 PM—3:30 PM
General Admission

Live Art Series: Mother Daughter Duo

Be inspired by the unique collaboration of SEWE’s talented mother and daughter pairs as they join forces to create a duet painting.

2.15
3:00 PM—4:00 PM
Non-Ticketed

Chef Demo

2025 Chef Ambassador Chef Jeanne Koenigsberg of Swamp Rabbit Café with Travis Howard of Knockout Butchery.

2.15
3:00 PM—4:00 PM
General Admission

DockDogs® Extreme Vertical

2.15
3:00 PM—4:00 PM
General Admission
Presented by Purina Pro Plan

Retriever Demo with Wildrose Kennels “7 Habits of the Highly Successful Gundog”

Join us at Brittlebank Park for an exciting showcase featuring the Wildrose British Labrador demonstration pack, presented by the experts from Purina ProPlan.

2.15
3:00 PM—6:00 PM
Non-Ticketed
Presented by The Dewberry

The Dewberry Artist-in-Residence: Thomas Swanston

The Dewberry is pleased to welcome celebrated artist and conservationist Thomas Swanston as the Artist-in-Residence for SEWE 2025. Throughout SEWE weekend, guests can meet and witness the artist at work where […]

2.15
3:30 PM—4:00 PM
Non-Ticketed

NMMF Dolphin Doctor Hands-On Workshop Experience

Explore the fascinating world of marine mammal medicine through engaging, hands-on activities that highlight cutting-edge science and technology.

2.15
4:00 PM—4:30 PM
General Admission

Orvis Fly Fishing Demo

Join us for an immersive live fly fishing demonstration with Peter Lawson-Johnston with Lowcountry Premier Fly Fishing!

2.15
4:00 PM—5:00 PM
General Admission

Exclusive Trips Auction

Join SEWE & Ducks Unlimited for an exclusive trip auction at the Charleston Marriott.

2.15
4:30 PM—5:30 PM
General Admission

Boykin Spaniel Society presents “Meet the Gundogs ” Retriever Demos

Watch skilled retrievers of all breeds and ages showcase their incredible retrieving abilities in this exciting demonstration.

2.15
4:30 PM—5:30 PM
Non-Ticketed

Purina Pro Plan Flying Disc Dog Demos

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.

2.15
6:00 PM—6:00 PM
General Admission

Exhibits Close

Gates close at all 5 SEWE venues.

2.15
6:00 PM—8:00 PM
Special Event

Exclusive Private SEWE Shopping Experience with Gucci

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to explore Gucci's high-end collection of finely crafted leather accessories.

2.15
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 oysters, this casual party is a fun evening.

2.15
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.

2.15
7:30 PM—10:30 PM
Special Event

Lowcountry Social

Join us for an unforgettable Southern celebration featuring the finest local oysters, BBQ crafted by award-winning pitmasters, and live bluegrass music around the fire.

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