upcoming events
Fairies & Flowers
This summer, step into the Flowers & Fairies exhibit at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens—a dreamy adventure through 20+ whimsical fairy village dwellings along acres of winding garden paths.
Paint & Sip
Take a piece of Magnolia home with you & unleash your creativity in our Paint & Sip Class!
Stories from the Archives
Step inside the archives for a rare evening of discovery with Magnolia’s Director of Ecology, Director of Horticulture, and Director of Preservation & Interpretation.
Sensory-Friendly Hour
Join us for a free Sensory-Friendly Hour at Magnolia, tailored to individuals with sensory sensitivities and their families.
Nature Explorers Day
Join us for Nature Explorers Day, a celebration of biodiversity, discovery, and outdoor fun for the whole family!
Paint & Sip
Take a piece of Magnolia home with you & unleash your creativity in our Paint & Sip Class!
Mahjong 101 & Open Play
Join us for another round of Mahjong - whether you’re just starting out, or an experienced player, there is fun for all!
Make, Dip & Dye for Adults
Spend an afternoon at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens creating your own textile masterpiece.
Bluegrass and Storytelling
Join us for an unforgettable performance by Grammy-nominated Josh Goforth as he brings the heart of Appalachian mountain music straight to the Lowcountry.
Make, Dip & Dye for Families Workshop
Spend an afternoon at Magnolia Plantation creating your own textile masterpiece.
Gullah Doll Making Class
Create your own one-of-a-kind Gullah doll in a special class with Genya Watson!
Sweetgrass Basket Making Class
Create your own one-of-a-kind sweetgrass basket in a special class with Jennifaye Singleton of Geechee Gyal Baskets!
Pup Country Candle Making Class
Join us in the Workshop for a hands-on candle-making experience with Pup Country Candles!
Paint & Sip Class
Take a piece of Magnolia home with you & unleash your creativity in our Paint & Sip Class!
Paint & Sip Class
Take a piece of Magnolia home with you & unleash your creativity in our Paint & Sip Class!
Gullah Doll Making Class
Create your own one-of-a-kind Gullah doll in a special class with Genya Watson!
Gullah Doll Making Class
Create your own one-of-a-kind Gullah doll in a special class with Genya Watson!
Living Legacies: A Juneteenth Commemoration
Join us for Juneteenth at Magnolia with a powerful series of events honoring African American history, culture, and resilience.
Magnolia Speaker Series
Join us for our next Speaker Series event with Virginia ‘Genya’ Watson at the Magnolia Carriage House on June 17, 2026, from 6:30–7:30 PM!
Story Strolls (Ages 6 and up)
Join us at Magnolia Story Strolls, where stories come to life!
Fairies and Flowers Art Camp - Ages 6-10
Three days of creative fun for young artists/makers, fairy enthusiasts and naturalists.
Birding Tours - Sold Out
Discover Magnolia’s diverse birdlife on guided tours with Robert Heise.
Magnolia’s Wine Stroll Series - Sold Out
Celebrate spring at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens with a wine stroll through blooming gardens and oak-lined paths. Enjoy curated wines, light bites and live music.
Introduction to Photography
Join award-winning photographer Jim Miller for a hands-on, three-part introduction to photography and learn how to confidently use your camera to capture stunning images.
Magnolia Speaker Series
Join us for our next Speaker Series event, Remembering the Wild: An Herbal Journey Along the Carolina Coast, at the Magnolia Carriage House on May 13, 2026, from 6–7 PM!
Plant Sale
Join us for two days of plant shopping, expert tips, and garden inspiration at Magnolia’s largest plant event of the year!
Stretch & Sip: A Mindful Morning at Magnolia
Experience a peaceful morning of movement and community at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens. Begin with a gentle yoga flow beneath the live oaks, followed by a slow-paced Lowcountry brunch.
Magnolia’s Wine Stroll Series
Celebrate spring at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens with a wine stroll through blooming gardens and oak-lined paths. Enjoy curated wines, light bites and live music by The Charmadillos.
En Plein Air Workshop - Sold Out
Experience an En Plein Air Workshop with artist Erica Brooks at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, surrounded by the beauty of the Lowcountry!
17th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Our beloved family tradition is back and better than ever, with egg-citing activities for all ages!
Floral 5K - Sold Out
A scenic 5K trail run through Magnolia’s historic gardens, winding past the Ashley River, the Avenue of Oaks, and Audubon Swamp amid spring blooms.
Story Strolls - Sold Out
Join us at Magnolia Story Strolls, where stories come to life!
Introduction to Photography - Sold Out
Join award-winning photographer Jim Miller for a hands-on, three-part introduction to photography and learn how to confidently use your camera to capture stunning images.
Sweetgrass Basket Class
Create your own one-of-a-kind sweetgrass basket in a special class with Jennifaye of Geechee Gyal Baskets at 11 am or 2pm (two classes being held).
International Wine and Sweets Stroll
Wander the gardens of Magnolia as you enjoy a curated tasting of international wines, paired with treats from around the world!
Magnolia Speaker Series
Explore Charleston’s overlooked Black history through powerful storytelling with historian and author Damon Lamar Fordham.
Gullah Doll Making Class
Create your own one-of-a-kind Gullah doll in a special class with Genya Watson!
Sensory-Friendly Hour
Join us for a free Sensory-Friendly Hour at Magnolia, tailored to individuals with sensory sensitivities and their families.
74th Camellia Flower Show
A winter tradition showcasing hundreds of prize-winning camellia blooms from across the region.
Homeschool Day
Bring your homeschool family to Magnolia for a fun-filled day of exploration, games, and learning in the gardens!
Cookies with Santa
Celebrate the season at Magnolia with Cookies with Santa — enjoy crafts, hot chocolate, and holiday cheer on the Great Lawn!
December Story Stroll
Celebrate the holidays with a Story Stroll at Magnolia, featuring Charleston author and illustrator Andrew Barton and his beloved book Heyward the Horse Loves Charleston, Of Course!
Wreath Making Workshop
Create your own lasting dried wreath during a festive hands-on workshop led by Magnolia’s Color Display Manager, Hunter Crook.