Events & Festivals in Hilton Head Island

Events & festivals in Hilton Head Island

  • Hilton Head Island Gullah Celebration (February 1–28 (annually)). Month-long celebration of Gullah Geechee culture featuring art exhibitions, music, storytelling, culinary experiences, and the Taste of Gullah. Named a Top 20 Southeast Event by the Southeast Tourism Society. The 2026…
  • Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival (Late February–early March (annually; 2026: February 23–March 1)). Week-long celebration of Lowcountry cuisine featuring celebrity chef demos, wine dinners, and dockside tastings. Main festival day held at Coastal Discovery Museum.
  • Hilton Head Island Wine and Food Festival (Late March (annually; 2026: March 22–28)). Week-long celebration of wine and Lowcountry cuisine, in its 41st year in 2026 (founded 1985). Features sommeliers, celebrity chefs, and global wine partnerships.
  • RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing (PGA TOUR Signature Event) (April (annually; 2026: April 13–19)). PGA TOUR Signature Event at Harbour Town Golf Links, Sea Pines Resort. First played in 1969 (then Heritage Classic). $20 million purse. Attracts ~120,000 fans annually; $134.9 million annual economic impact.…
  • HarbourFest at Shelter Cove (June–August (Tuesdays, weekly)). Weekly summer waterfront festival at Shelter Cove Harbour with fireworks over the water, live entertainment, and waterfront dining.
  • Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance and Motoring Festival (Late October–November (annually; 2026: October 29–November 1)). Exhibition of 200+ rare pre-1974 classic automobiles judged by 75 experts for Best in Show. Also features a Club Car Showcase and Rolls-Royce Owners Club National Mini Meet.