For 17 days and nights every spring, Charleston is filled with performances in opera, theater, dance and all varieties of music, as well as events like artist talks. 2018 is Spoleto Festival USA’s 42nd season and some of the lineup will include the Miami City Ballet, The Lone Bellow, John Batiste and Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder.

Various Charleston locations. Visit website for full schedule of events and prices. (843) 579-3100, spoletousa.org