Events A Small Town That's Full of Life

October 23, 2026 3pm - 5pm

Experience the beauty of creativity and community with The Arts Initiative at Palmetto Bluff Annual Art Auction. Discover and bid on a curated collection of original works generously donated by artists featured through The Arts Initiative and FLOW Gallery + Workshop, all while supporting the next generation of artists.

The annual art auction is the largest annual contributor to the Palmetto Bluff Inspiring the Arts Scholarship, which has awarded more than $20,000 in scholarships to date. Every bid directly supports rising high school seniors from Beaufort, Jasper, and Chatham Counties who demonstrate exceptional talent and dedication to the arts.

October 9–18, 2026

Celebrate 22 years of tradition with plenty of activities showcasing locally harvested seafood and Lowcountry cuisine while highlighting the rich history and culture of the area.

Street Fest

October 17-18, 2026

The celebration culminates with a juried fine art show and street fest on October 17th and 18th. It includes a juried fine art show featuring over 100 artists from ten different states displaying and selling art, delicious food provided by the area’s premier culinary spots, along with great music and entertainment.

May 8, 2027
10am - 5pm

Here comes the 47th Anniversary of Mayfest coordinated by The Rotary Club of Bluffton!  We are excited to be back this year and are planning for a great event  which will feature more than 130 artists and food vendors.

Mayfest, also known as The Bluffton Mayfest, is considered one of the best hometown festivals in the country and ADMISSION IS FREE!! Get ready for an outstanding event featuring local and regional arts and crafts, great music, and delectable local foods up and down the street, our hilarious Ugly Dog contest and the messy, funny, pie eating contest.