car meets in charleston, sc

Every verified car meet, Cars & Coffee, and car show in the Lowcountry, with dates, times, and locations.

Charleston's car scene runs every weekend of the month, and this page tracks the meets that actually happen. Charleston Cars & Coffee meets every Saturday at Towne Centre in Mount Pleasant, Ale & Octane takes over Daniel Island every fourth Sunday, and every date, start time, and location below is checked against the organizer's latest schedule.

Most meets in the Lowcountry are free and open to all makes and models. Regulars on the calendar include Hops & Horsepower at Tideland Brewing on the second Sunday, Gears & Beers in Goose Creek on the third Sunday, John's Island Cars & Coffee on the first Sunday, Cane Bay Cars and Coffee in Summerville, and Sea Islands Cars and Coffee out toward Kiawah. Every listing below links to a detail page with the exact address, time, and a map.

12 upcoming events in Charleston, SC, soonest first

Ale And Octane

Sunday, July 26, 2026

Charleston, SC

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST

A gathering of car enthusiasts at CHS. Enjoy craft ales and great cars with a laid-back crowd on Daniel Island.

Charleston Cars & Coffee

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Mt. Pleasant, SC

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST

The original Charleston Cars & Coffee meet at Towne Centre in Mount Pleasant. Open to all makes and models with a strong local crowd.

LMC Cruise-In at Sonic in Goose Creek

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1, 2026

Goose Creek, SC

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST

LMC Cruise-In at Sonic, Goose Creek Location: 660 College Park Road All Cars & Trucks Welcome! Time: 5 PM, 7 PM When: 1st Saturday of Every Month Join us for a great evening of cars, trucks, and community fun!

John's Island Cars & Coffee

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2, 2026

Johns Island, SC

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM EST

John's Island Cars & Coffee 3157 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island, SC 29455 1st Sunday of every month 8am-10am

Cane Bay Cars and Coffee

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9, 2026

Summerville, SC

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM EST

Cane Bay Cars and Coffee - Carnes Crossroads: Where: Cuppa Manna at 2007 2nd Ave Suite C, Summerville. Time: 8-10am When: 2nd Sunday of every month.

Whips & Wings Hooters Car Show

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9, 2026

Charleston, SC

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST

2 nd Sunday, Whips & Wings Hooters Car Show from 3-7pm in North Charleston

Hops & Horsepower at Tideland Brewing

Sunday, August 9, 2026

North Charleston, SC

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST

Hops & Horsepower at Tideland Brewing mixes craft beer and car culture with an evening meet right off Dorchester Road.

Sea Islands Cars and Coffee

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026

Kiawah Island, SC

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST

3 rd Saturday of each month, Sea Islands Cars and Coffee from 9-11 am at Freshfields Village at Kiawah

Slammedenuff CHS '26

Saturday, August 15, 2026

North Charleston, SC

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST

Slammedenuff returns to Charleston for 2026: an indoor upperclassmen car showcase at the Charleston Area Convention Center. Saturday, August 15, 4-9pm.

LMC Cruise-In at Sonic in Goose Creek - 3rd Saturday

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026

Goose Creek, SC

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST

LMC Cruise-In at Sonic, Goose Creek Location: 660 College Park Road All Cars & Trucks Welcome! Time: 5 PM, 7 PM When: 3rd Saturday of Every Month Join us for a great evening of cars, trucks, and community fun!

Gears & Beers

SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, 2026

Goose Creek, SC

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST

It's getting hot outside, so we'll be moving our meets to the third Saturday of each month from 6 PM to 9 PM! Get ready for an evening filled with nice cars, delicious food, and refreshing beer! Every month, we host a vibrant cruise-in that not only brings the car community together but also serves as a fantastic opportunity for community outreach. We are committed to reaching out to the public and fostering connections within the South Carolina car scene, and we can't wait to see everyone come together. It all takes place at Stones Throw Brewing Company, where we have a designated VIP lot for car groups to showcase their vehicles, along with an exclusive indoor VIP area for one standout car.

Morning Octane @jaxwaxcharleston

SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2026

Summerville, SC

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST

Last Saturday of every month: Summerville - Jax Wax at 2885 W 5th North St. (9am-12pm) Get those rides shined up and join us with some amazing rides and car enthusiasts from all over SC.

Frequently asked questions

When is Cars & Coffee in Charleston?

Charleston Cars & Coffee meets every Saturday morning at Towne Centre in Mount Pleasant, 8:00 to 11:00 AM. Check its event page below for this week’s status.

When is Ale & Octane Charleston?

Ale & Octane is held on the 4th Sunday of every month at 880 Island Park Dr on Daniel Island, starting at 12:00 PM.

Are Charleston car meets free?

The regular Lowcountry meets like Cars & Coffee, Ale & Octane, and Hops & Horsepower are free and open to all makes and models. Ticketed shows like Slammedenuff are the exception, and each event page notes tickets when they’re required.

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