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November 13-15, 2026
Experience the warm hospitality of the Lowcountry at the Food & Wine Classic in Charleston, a three-day event featuring celebrated chefs , premium wines and spirits and the best of local food and culture.
Unique Curated Experiences
Three Iconic Brands, One Epic Weekend
Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine present Pearls of the Coast: A Lowcountry Oyster Roast
Join Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine for an evening of oysters, fine wine, craft cocktails, and live music, celebrating Charleston’s rich Lowcountry tradition.
Travel + Leisure Sea to Table: Crabbing & Cooking in the Lowcountry
Explore Charleston’s storied waterways on an exclusive guided crabbing outing, followed by an intimate chef-led cooking and lunch experience hosted by Travel + Leisure.
Southern Living Lowcountry Tailgate
Join Southern Living for the ultimate Southern college football tailgate. Watch the game while enjoying classic Lowcountry traditions, exceptional Southern BBQ, and cocktails at sunset.
4 Grand Tastings with 100+ Brands and Restaurants
Enjoy Grand Tastings four times throughout the weekend and sample from more than 100 winemakers, distillers, chefs, and exhibitors serving wine, spirits, and food from the Lowcountry and around the world.
50+ Celebrity Chef Demos and Beverage Seminars
Enhance your culinary skills and explore Charleston’s legendary flavors with some of the country’s most beloved chefs. Deep dive into cooking techniques, famous dishes, unique tasting flights and unexpected pairings.
Access to Exclusive Events!
Passholders receive exclusive access to purchase tickets to additional event experiences curated by the editors of Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, and Southern Living.
“There are festivals that feed you, and then there are festivals that remind you why we gather in the first place. The Food & Wine Classic in Charleston...was firmly the latter.”
— Wine Review Online
“Charleston’s culinary scene came alive during the 2025 Food & Wine Classic, a three-day celebration of gastronomy, wine, and Southern charm. From celebrity chef seminars to indulgent tastings and exclusive events, the festival brought together worldwide talent and Lowcountry tradition.”
— Patch
“Food & Wine Classic in Charleston, an extraordinary event.”
— The Drew Barrymore Show
“Sizzling success.”
— Patch
“Celebrity chefs, fab food and wonderful wine made this weekend a winner.”
— Patch