This week in The Local Gator - "Fall" in Love with Charleston (see what we did there...'cause, you know, it's Fall)...And More

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October 06, 2025

Weekly Headlines

🎼 Riverfront Revival!

  • October 10 & 11 - The Riverfront Revival Curated by Darius Rucker and produced by a seasoned team, Riverfront Revival will be a love letter to country music and to South Carolina’s Lowcountry. The two-day festival will be loaded with unforgettable live music, engaging culture and delicious tastes inspired by the region’s unique foodways. Guests will leave feeling revived – deep in their souls – about the music, the location, and the community we’re building together. Some of the featured artisits include: Friday -Riley Green and The Red Clay Strays Saturday -Darius Ducker and Whiskey Meyers. Plus many more!

  • October 11 - Dogtoberfest at Freshfields Village - 11:00 am to 3:00 pm on the village green. Guests are invited to bring their furry friends to the Village for a pet expo to benefit local rescue organizations. The Pet Expo is free and family friendly with activities including an adoptable meet & greet with local rescue groups, pet vendors, pet costume contest, food, and music. Beer and wine will be available for purchase

  • October 12 - Palmetto Park Jam - Get ready to jam with Idlewild Revival, the ultimate Allman Brothers tribute band, at Palmetto Islands County Park! Whether you're a die-hard Allman Brothers fan or simply love great music, this tribute will blow you away!

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Gator Bites

New And Notable Openings

  • Rivayat: A seafood-forward coastal Indian restaurant opening in Fall 2025, featuring flavors from the Kerala region of India. 

  • Volpe: A new Italian restaurant that opened in Summer 2025

  • Rosemary Rose: A chic rooftop bar that opened on King Street. 

  • Geechie Garlic Crabs & Seafood: A restaurant focused on traditional Charleston seafood

  • Kiki's Chicken and Waffles: A new location for this Columbia-based favorite, known for its crispy wings and waffles

  • Allora, the newest concept from Free Reign Restaurants, will open in the Cannonborough-Elliottborough neighborhood, blending the charm of an Italian seaside café with the vibrant energy of a rooftop cocktail bar.

  • Charolette’s Wine Bar: The latest enterprise from owner Lynn Fleer, Charlotte’s Wine Bar is set to bring a chic, social atmosphere to the Shops of Mount Pleasant. The new space will offer a fresh take with globally sourced wines, high-end small plates and a stylish interior featuring brass accents, leather seating, rugs and curated art.

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Fall, Football & Food

Is fall the best time of the year in Charleston? In our humble opinion…YES!

Walk all day downtown without dripping in sweat ✅ 

Dine outdoor in perfect weather ✅ 

Enjoy a rooftop cocktail without fighting for shade ✅ 

Un-crowded beaches ✅ 

Sitting on the porch with your Sunday morning coffee in sweats ✅ 

Football, ‘nough said ✅ 

Football Snacks ✅ 

Click here for our favorite gameday snack…Buffalo Chicken Dip (although we prefer bleu cheese over ranch 😁 

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That’s it for this week.

You Are Stronger, Smarter & Braver Than You Think You Are! 😄 

We Apreciate You,

Your Local Gator Team