After a hot day on the beach, join Brookgreen for a Cool Summer Evening. During the last part of the week, the gardens stay open until 9 p.m., letting guests and families enjoy the great outdoors. Grab dinner at the Pavilion Restaurant or take a creek cruise. Free performances will also take place each night at 7 p.m.

Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Drive. Wednesday–Friday. Free with garden admission, creek cruise $8. (843) 235-6000, www.brookgreen.or