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Gaillard Center
Charleston, SC 29401 United States Get Directions
The Charleston Gaillard Center’s superior performance hall and event space houses our live performances and outstanding local, regional and national artisans and craftsmen.
Live Animal Shows
Get an up-close look at animals and learn about the wonders of nature with our live animal shows from the animal experts at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary and more. Seating is first-come,
first-served.
SEWE Marketplace
The SEWE Marketplace features a mix of creations by outstanding local, regional and national exhibitors including handcrafted furniture, woodworking, leather goods, jewelry, knife makers and more unique finds.
Parking
A SEWE shuttle stop is located outside of the Gaillard Center on Anson Street and a public parking garage is located directly next to the venue. We advise attendees to park or rideshare downtown and navigate venues by walking, biking, ridesharing or hopping on the complimentary SEWE shuttle. Please note that dogs are not permitted aboard the SEWE shuttle.
Plan your weekend with our parking and shuttle FAQs.
VIP Lounge
The VIP Lounge in the Gaillard Center is located on the first floor and is open to VIP badge holders (Benefactor access level and above).

Presented by SEWE and the Gaillard Center
Steep Canyon Rangers
In partnership with SEWE, the Gaillard Center is excited to bring NC-based, Grammy award-winning bluegrass band Steep Canyon Rangers to the Lowcountry.

Forrest Galante: Live Storytelling
As an American outdoor adventurer, television personality and wildlife biologist, Forrest Galante will entertain and enlighten SEWE patrons with live presentations. Galante hosts Discovery Channel's flagship Sharkweek every year, and now has multiple wildlife shows on the air, including Mysterious Creatures with Forrest Galante and Extinct or Alive. Seating is first-come, first-served.

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.

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 […]

National Marine Mammal Foundation Short Films with Panel Discussion
The NMMF will showcase three short films featuring NMMF-led conservation stories at the Gaillard Center during SEWE weekend. These showings will include a panel discussion and Q&A featuring NMMF scientists and veterinarians.

Forrest Galante: Live Storytelling
As an American outdoor adventurer, television personality and wildlife biologist, Forrest Galante will entertain and enlighten SEWE patrons with live presentations. Galante hosts Discovery Channel's flagship Sharkweek every year, and now has multiple wildlife shows on the air, including Mysterious Creatures with Forrest Galante and Extinct or Alive. Seating is first-come, first-served.

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.

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 […]

National Marine Mammal Foundation Short Films with Panel Discussion
The NMMF will showcase three short films featuring NMMF-led conservation stories at the Gaillard Center during SEWE weekend. These showings will include a panel discussion and Q&A featuring NMMF scientists and veterinarians.

Forrest Galante: Live Storytelling
As an American outdoor adventurer, television personality and wildlife biologist, Forrest Galante will entertain and enlighten SEWE patrons with live presentations. Galante hosts Discovery Channel's flagship Sharkweek every year, and now has multiple wildlife shows on the air, including Mysterious Creatures with Forrest Galante and Extinct or Alive. Seating is first-come, first-served.

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.

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 […]

National Marine Mammal Foundation Short Films with Panel Discussion
The NMMF will showcase three short films featuring NMMF-led conservation stories at the Gaillard Center during SEWE weekend. These showings will include a panel discussion and Q&A featuring NMMF scientists and veterinarians.