First Friday in Downtown Beaufort: Join Charter One Realty for a Game Day Tailgate

There is something special about a Friday evening in Downtown Beaufort, particularly when the streets come alive for First Friday.

On Friday, September 4, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Downtown Beaufort will welcome residents and visitors for its monthly First Friday celebration. September brings a Game Day Tailgate theme, combining the character of historic Beaufort with a little football-season spirit. Visitors are encouraged to wear their favorite team colors, explore downtown businesses, enjoy local art, grab dinner and take in an evening of music and community.

Charter One Realty will be joining the festivities with a tailgate party at our Downtown Beaufort office at 203A Carteret Street. Stop in between 5:00 and 8:00 p.m. for snacks, drinks and an opportunity to meet local Lowcountry artist Chris Appl-Walsh.

What Is First Friday in Downtown Beaufort?

First Friday is a free monthly event held on the first Friday of each month from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in historic Downtown Beaufort, South Carolina.

Local boutiques, galleries, restaurants and businesses extend their hours, creating an evening centered around shopping, dining, art, live entertainment and community. Each month features a different theme, giving locals and visitors a new reason to return downtown.

Rather than heading to a single venue, visitors can stroll through the historic district, browse locally owned shops, visit galleries, listen to live music, discover artists and settle in for dinner at one of Beaufort's downtown restaurants.

It is a very Beaufort way to spend an evening. No complicated itinerary required.

September First Friday: Game Day Tailgate

Football season arrives early in the South, and September's First Friday is embracing it.

The Game Day Tailgate First Friday will bring a hometown tailgate atmosphere to Downtown Beaufort with shopping, dining, art and music throughout the evening. Downtown businesses are expected to feature seasonal merchandise, special offers, local artwork plus food and drink opportunities as part of the celebration.

Visitors are encouraged to:

• Wear their favorite college or professional team colors
• Shop local boutiques plus downtown businesses
• Explore Beaufort's galleries plus local art
• Enjoy food plus drink specials at area restaurants
• Listen to music throughout downtown
• Spend the evening supporting Beaufort's locally owned businesses

The event is free and open to the public.

Stop By Charter One Realty's First Friday Tailgate

As part of the September celebration, Charter One Realty is opening the doors of our Beaufort real estate office at 203A Carteret Street for a First Friday tailgate of our own.

Charter One Realty First Friday Tailgate

Friday, September 4, 2026
5:00–8:00 p.m.
Charter One Realty
203A Carteret Street, Beaufort, SC 29902

Stop by for complimentary snacks and drinks, spend a little time with our Beaufort real estate professionals and enjoy work from featured local artist Chris Appl-Walsh.

Our Carteret Street office sits within Beaufort's Downtown Historic District, making it an easy addition to an evening spent exploring First Friday.

Meet Local Artist Chris Appl-Walsh

One of the highlights of our September First Friday celebration will be the work of Chris Appl-Walsh, a Lowcountry artist based in the Beaufort area.

Chris works across several artistic mediums, including oil painting, watercolor, mosaics and stained glass. Her work reflects a broad creative range, while her involvement in community programs speaks to the distinctly local connection behind her art.

She has participated in pop-up art sales and exhibitions in the Beaufort and Lady's Island area, including showcases at community gathering places such as the Coosaw Point Clubhouse.

For First Friday visitors, her appearance at Charter One Realty offers another opportunity to experience the local artists and creative community that contribute so much to Beaufort's character.

Why First Friday Is So Quintessentially Beaufort

For people considering a move to Beaufort, events such as First Friday offer something a property search alone cannot fully capture: what it actually feels like to live here.

Historic architecture, waterfront views, independent restaurants, locally owned stores, galleries and a remarkably strong sense of community all sit within a compact downtown district.

First Friday brings those elements together.

You can browse a gallery, discover a local artist, walk along Bay Street, stop to talk with neighbors, have dinner downtown and end the evening near the Beaufort River. It is less about attending an "event" and more about experiencing the community.

That lifestyle is one of the reasons interest in Beaufort real estate continues to extend well beyond South Carolina. Buyers searching for Beaufort Homes for Sale are often looking for more than square footage. They are looking for a place with history, culture, natural beauty and a community that still feels connected.

Exploring Beaufort Beyond First Friday

Downtown Beaufort is only one part of the lifestyle buyers discover when exploring the area.

From historic homes near the waterfront to established neighborhoods, gated communities, waterfront properties and homes throughout nearby Lady's Island, Port Royal and the Sea Islands, the Beaufort area offers an unusually varied real estate landscape.

The broader South Carolina Lowcountry adds even more choices. Buyers researching Hilton Head real estate, Bluffton real estate or Beaufort real estate can compare everything from resort and golf communities to waterfront neighborhoods, historic districts and more traditional residential settings.

Whether your search includes Hilton Head Homes for Sale, Bluffton Homes for Sale or Beaufort Homes for Sale, understanding the communities themselves is just as important as understanding the properties within them.

And sometimes the best research happens on a Friday night with a drink in hand and absolutely no spreadsheet involved.

Frequently Asked Questions About Beaufort First Friday

When is the September 2026 First Friday in Beaufort?

September First Friday takes place Friday, September 4, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Downtown Beaufort, South Carolina.

What is the theme for Beaufort First Friday on September 4?

The September event is a Game Day Tailgate, featuring a football-season atmosphere with downtown shopping, dining, art, music plus participating local businesses.

Is Beaufort First Friday free?

Yes. Downtown Beaufort's First Friday celebration is free and open to the public.

What time does Beaufort First Friday start?

First Friday runs from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on the first Friday of the month.

Where is Charter One Realty's First Friday tailgate?

Charter One Realty's Beaufort office is located at 203A Carteret Street, Beaufort, SC 29902, in the Downtown Historic District.

Join Us September 4

Mark your calendar for Friday, September 4, put on your team colors and make an evening of First Friday in Downtown Beaufort.

Shop. Explore. Have dinner. Discover a little local art.

Then stop by Charter One Realty at 203A Carteret Street between 5:00 and 8:00 p.m. for our Game Day Tailgate, snacks, drinks, and a showcase featuring local artist Chris Appl-Walsh.

We look forward to seeing you downtown.