2024 Schedule of Events

Presented by National Marine Mammal Foundation
Making Waves: Stories From The Field With Marine Mammal Scientists, presented by NMMF
MAKING WAVES: STORIES FROM THE FIELD WITH MARINE MAMMAL SCIENTISTS Presented by the National Marine Mammal Foundation —— The NMMF will showcase short film pieces featuring NMMF-led conservation stories at the Gaillard Center during SEWE weekend. These showings will include a panel discussion and Q&A with NMMF scientists and veterinarians, taking the audience on a […]

Birds of Prey Flight Demos
One of the most educational and entertaining shows during SEWE, see amazing flight demos up-close by a variety of raptors including falcons, eagles, owls and hawks and learn about the important role they play in our eco-system.

Presented by South Carolina Department of Agriculture
Chef Demo • Chef Emily Meggett author of Gullah Geechee Home Cooking: Recipes from the Matriarch of Edisto Island with Greg Johnsman of Marsh Hen Mill
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 chefs team up with their favorite farmers for a weekend of demonstrations and tastings showing why South Carolina is one of the best states in […]

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 can get involved.

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

Birds of Prey Flight Demos
One of the most educational and entertaining shows during SEWE, see amazing flight demos up-close by a variety of raptors including falcons, eagles, owls and hawks and learn about the important role they play in our eco-system.

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 can get involved.

Presented by National Marine Mammal Foundation
Making Waves: Stories From The Field With Marine Mammal Scientists, presented by NMMF
MAKING WAVES: STORIES FROM THE FIELD WITH MARINE MAMMAL SCIENTISTS Presented by the National Marine Mammal Foundation —— The NMMF will showcase short film pieces featuring NMMF-led conservation stories at the Gaillard Center during SEWE weekend. These showings will include a panel discussion and Q&A with NMMF scientists and veterinarians, taking the audience on a […]

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

Birds of Prey Flight Demos
One of the most educational and entertaining shows during SEWE, see amazing flight demos up-close by a variety of raptors including falcons, eagles, owls and hawks and learn about the important role they play in our eco-system.

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.

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

Presented by Ducks Unlimited
Wings Over Water: Film Showing Presented by Ducks Unlimited
Wings Over Water, a film co-produced by Ducks Unlimited and narrated by award-winning actor Michael Keaton, will showcase the importance of the Prairie Pothole Region of North America as a breeding and nesting habitat for birds. Through stunning visual storytelling, Wings Over Water will draw attention to this often-overlooked region and what it means for […]

Presented by South Carolina Department of Agriculture
Chef Demo • Cudaco Chef Shaun Brian with Jeff Massey of Livingston’s Bulls Bay Seafood
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 chefs team up with their favorite farmers for a weekend of demonstrations and tastings showing why South Carolina is one of the best states in […]

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.

Presented by National Marine Mammal Foundation
Making Waves: Stories From The Field With Marine Mammal Scientists, presented by NMMF
MAKING WAVES: STORIES FROM THE FIELD WITH MARINE MAMMAL SCIENTISTS Presented by the National Marine Mammal Foundation —— The NMMF will showcase short film pieces featuring NMMF-led conservation stories at the Gaillard Center during SEWE weekend. These showings will include a panel discussion and Q&A with NMMF scientists and veterinarians, taking the audience on a […]

Charleston Safari Club Annual Gala 2024
A Night on Safari presented by Charleston Safari Club.

Presented by The Peninsula of Charleston
Private Preview Afternoon
Purchase your favorite piece of art, before SEWE opens to the public.

VIP Signature Gala & Sale
A black-tie affair offering a first look at fine art.

Presented by SEWE and the Gaillard Center
Ian Munsick: Live at the Gaillard Center
In partnership with SEWE, the Gaillard Center is excited to bring Ian Munsick a pioneer of a new brand of country music.

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 held throughout the day Friday through Sunday, with finals held on Sunday afternoon. All competitors must be pre-registered. For more info and to pre-register your […]

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.

VIP Private Preview Hour | Marketplace at The Gaillard Center
Purchase your favorite piece of art, before SEWE opens to the public.

Presented by Charleston County Park & Recreation
Intro to Archery at Johns Island County Park
Share the love of archery with your family. Bring the kids and learn basic archery instruction at beautiful Johns Island County Park. Then practice your archery skills on both block and 3D targets. Archery equipment will be provided, but participants are also welcome to bring their own. TICKETS: $35 per person, ages 8 and up. […]

DockDogs® Competitions
Champion dogs showcase jumping & retrieval talents

Fine Art Gallery Opens
Visit the Fine Art Gallery in The Charleston Place to browse some of the nation's finest wildlife painters and sculptors. Make sure to stop by and meet the SEWE 2024 Featured Artist, Kathleen Dunphy, and view the 2024 Featured Painting, Family Outing in person.

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 the important role they play in our eco-system.

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

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 is first-come, first-served.

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.