The Sporting Showroom at the Charleston Marriott

New at SEWE 2023. For the ultimate sportsmen and women, located on the second floor of the reimagined Charleston Marriott.

Presented by Charleston Safari Club

Charleston Safari Club Annual Gala

Join the Charleston Safari Club for their annual Gala, featuring a premium open bar, decadent food, live entertainment, raffles, a live auction and much more. Safari attire is requested and encouraged. This event benefits the Youth Outdoor Education Camp.

Presented by SEWE & Uptown Hospitality Group

SEWE Kickoff Event at By The Way

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the SEWE 2025 Kick-Off Event.

VIP Private Preview Afternoon

Peruse the Fine Art Gallery and select your favorite piece of art at our Private Preview Afternoon.

VIP Signature Gala & Sale

Don your favorite gown or tux for this black-tie event, featuring a visit from exotic animals, live auction, wild fare and an open bar.

DockDogs® Onsite Registration / Practice

DockDogs® Registration Opens

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.

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.

DockDogs® Big Air WAVE # 1

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.

Presented by Charleston County Parks & Recreation

Intro to Archery

Share the love of archery with your family.

DockDogs® Competitions

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

All Exhibits Open

Gates open at all 5 SEWE venues

Birds of Prey Flight Demo

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

Sheep and Duck Herding Demo

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

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Animal Show

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

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