How to Make the Most of Your Trip to Spoleto Festival USA

If you are a culture connoisseur, then you need to make your way to Spoleto Festival USA! Performances by renowned artists, musicians, theater troupes, and dancers are only the beginning. Read on to learn how to make the most of your trip.

Afterward, find more ways to celebrate the arts in Charleston, South Carolina, by viewing our complimentary Sea Island Area Vacation Guide. Our guide is full of recommendations for art galleries, museums, restaurants, wine tasting, and more, so you can spend less time planning and more time exploring!

Your Complete Guide to Spoleto Festival USA


  • What Is Spoleto Festival?

What began as a humble celebration in 1977 has since transformed into one of the largest performing arts festivals in the United States. Every summer, Spoleto takes over the Holy City for 17 days and nights, shining a spotlight on a wide range of local talent. From opera to dance to jazz quartets and symphonic orchestras, you’ll find a little bit of everything at this one-of-a-kind celebration of the arts!

Another spectacular benefit to partaking in Spoleto is the venues that you get to explore! Tickets to many of the shows afford the pleasure of viewing some of Charleston’s most iconic architecture. Performances take place in historic halls, theaters, churches, and outdoor spaces throughout the cosmopolitan downtown district.

Tips for Planning Your Trip


  • Spoleto Festival USA 2022 dates are Friday, May 26 through Sunday, June 11, 2023. Begin making your plans by viewing the season schedule on the Spoleto Festival website!
  • For the best timing options and seat selection, we recommend purchasing your tickets in advance. You can reserve tickets online, by phone, or in person. Performances typically take place from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
  • If you are coming with 10 or more people, contact the festival’s Group Sales department. This will ensure that you all have the best possible Spoleto experience.
  • Remember that Spoleto draws thousands of visitors! While you are reserving your tickets, we also recommend booking your lunch or dinner reservations, too. Read our restaurant guide for our top recommendations!

The Best Place to Stay for Spoleto Festival USA

When visiting a festival as grand as Spoleto and a city as stunning as Charleston, you’ll want to stay in a place that is equally as spectacular. Seabrook Island and Kiawah Island are two of Charleston’s most beloved sea islands. Here, you’ll find some of the region’s most beautiful beaches, maritime forests, and sparkling waterways!

Spoleto Festival USA draws thousands of visitors to the area each year, Kiawah Exclusives and Seabrook Exclusives offer homes and villas offer highly desirable vacation accommodations. 

Browse their accommodations on Seabrook Island and Kiawah Island today to begin planning your getaway.

 

If you need further assistance, their experienced agents are happy to help you find the perfect fit for your Spoleto USA Charleston vacation.

For more ways to explore the arts in the Holy City, take a look at our Charleston Area Guide!

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