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Spoleto Festival USA in Charleston, South Carolina is usually held 17 days starting the Friday of Memorial Day weekend. Next dates not confirmed: the organizer had not posted them when we checked on October 26, 2026. Opera, theater, dance and music (symphonic, chamber, choral, jazz, folk) across downtown Charleston; a typical season has about 150 performances in more than 10 venues.
At A Glance
| Next dates | Not posted yet (not confirmed) |
|---|---|
| Usually | 17 days starting the Friday of Memorial Day weekend |
| Where | Charleston, Charleston County |
| Admission | Ticketed performances; price set per performance (digital tickets); prices vary, see the festival site |
| Since | Founded 1977 (inaugural season 1977) |
| Official site | spoletousa.org |
When It Usually Happens
Usual timing from past editions: 17 days starting the Friday of Memorial Day weekend. Source: past edition (“For 17 days and nights beginning the Friday of Memorial Day weekend”).
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Spoleto Festival USA?
The next dates are not posted yet. Usual timing from past editions: 17 days starting the Friday of Memorial Day weekend.
Where is Spoleto Festival USA held?
In Charleston, Charleston County, in the Lowcountry region of South Carolina.
How much does it cost?
Ticketed performances; price set per performance (digital tickets); prices vary, see the festival site
Keep Planning
Read on October 26, 2026. Festival dates change; confirm on the organizer’s page before you go.
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