17th Annual Taste of Beaufort South Carolina

One of the top Lowcountry festivals is set to kick off the first weekend in May and locals couldn’t be more excited. The Taste of Beaufort is a sensory trifecta. The scenic beauty of the seaside village, savory flavors from the sea and sweet melodies tickling our ears create fond memories year after year.  

Area restaurants will showcase Beaufort’s seafood delights which include Shrimp & Grits, a Lowcountry Boil and the sweetest oysters in the south. The sights include Beaufort’s historic waterfront and art created by local artists and crafters, a seaside village which was named “One of South Carolina’s Most Charming Small Towns” by Vogue last month. 

Local and regional bands will provide the region’s favorite sounds on the Pavilion stage during the festival. The Taste of Beaufort and festivals like it are what gives historic Beaufort its charm and helps make it one of the beach communities in South Carolina. Here’s what to expect:

FRIDAY - MAY 6  

At 7pm, Deas Guyz takes the stage and performs until 10pm. The band features an entertaining mix of Old Motown, R&B, Pop, Rock, Reggae and dance beats. The range of musical selections includes Motown sounds of the Temptations, The Drifters, Smokey Robinson and Marvin Gaye; Bob Marley classics; the Lover’s Rock style of Gregory Isaacs and Dennis Brown; to the Hip-Hop sounds of Lauren Hill and R. Kelly. 

SATURDAY - MAY 7

8am - Festivities kick off early with the Taste of Beaufort 5K Bridge Run/Walk, starting at 8:00 AM on Bay at Newcastle Streets. The run passes through historic downtown Beaufort, with its beautiful tree covered streets and crosses over the famous Woods Memorial Bridge. The registration fee for the event includes a t-shirt to the first 300 participants.  

11am-  The Sweetgrass Angels performs their classic 3-part harmonies from the 40’s through today. This female trio also sings country and gospel. Their show runs until 12:30pm.

1pm - The Brewer Band takes the stage. The Brewer Band is known for their eclectic set lists often playing songs other cover bands don't play- and they like it that way! When you see them live, you'll hear a little bit of country, a little bit of rock, disco, pop, and a whole lot of musical fun! The Brewer Band performs until 2:30pm. 

3pm – 5pm - The Melody Makers Band will perform. This group came of age during rock and roll’s heyday in the 1960’s. Now, with the revival of the sounds of the 60’s, the band continues to be in demand and more popular than ever. They still entertain audiences with songs of romantic joy, fun-loving melodies and irresistible beats.

Children's games and activities, the Arts & Crafts Market and food vendors begin at 11 a.m. and last through the afternoon. Seafood, barbecue, ice-cream and other treats will be served. Here’s a list of some of the participating restaurants near many of the new homes in Beaufort SC:

TASTE OF BEAUFORT PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS

• Gilligan’s Seafood
• Panini’s
• Plums Restaurant
• Q on Bay
• Bruster’s Ice Cream of Beaufort
• Coastal Shaved Ice
• Island Fudge Shoppe

Dozens of arts and crafts vendors plan to sell their handmade, original goods all day on Saturday. 

Great events, like the Taste of Beaufort have helped South Carolina undergo immense growth in the last three decades, thanks to retirees seeking a warmer climate and lower cost of living. Beach communities in South Carolina are another big draw.  

Although retirees have been moving into all parts of the state, the Lowcountry near Beaufort South Carolina real estate has experienced explosive growth. The numerous accolades for the small town over the past five years continues to draw retirees to the area for the mild four season climate, low tax rates and friendliness of the people.  

Brand new master planned communities also have appealed to retirees and old faithful’s like Fripp Island. People searching for Beaufort South Carolina real estate near the beach will find this gated paradise is the most seaward of the barrier islands due east of Beaufort. 

The entire island is a sanctuary, featuring a trail maintained by the Audubon Club that offers guests spectacular views of land and water wildlife, plants, and more than 175 bird species. Fripp Island features a variety of vacation rental homes, five swimming pools, five restaurants, tennis, boating, golf, making it one of the best beach communities in South Carolina. It is also a fun golf destination with two championship golf courses.

Located on the banks of the Coosaw River, Coosaw Point on Lady’s Island is a classic southern community shaded by oak trees draped in Spanish moss. Only 10 minutes from historic downtown, Coosaw Point is one of the most charming Beaufort South Carolina real estate developments on the Sea Islands catering to families of all ages. The open green spaces and views of the river constantly allure folks to get outside to breathe in the fresh salty air. The community’s walking paths lead folks to the river, to places to view the saltwater marsh and wildlife. Tour inspiring new homes in Beaufort SC built by K Hovnanian Homes. 

Golfers are typically drawn to the traditional country club of Dataw Island, a gated community set on a peninsular featuring marsh homes, waterfront homes and golf course homes. Dataw Island has 36 holes of championship golf, a stunning two story riverfront clubhouse, active tennis center and superb wellness amenities. Cotton Dike was the first golf course built at Dataw Island and was designed by legend golfing legend Tom Fazio. Almost half of the 18 holes lie along the marsh and Jenkins Creek, creating a wonderful contrast of the natural beauty of the Lowcountry and precision design. 

This is just a short overview of beautiful places to find new homes in Beaufort SC. If the Taste of Beaufort isn’t enough to stimulate your senses, we’re confident the charm of the Beaufort South Carolina real estate developments will. Whether you desire to live in one of the beach communities in South Carolina or a in secluded quiet neighborhood along the river, Beaufort has it all. Come check out the Queen of the Sea Islands, Beaufort. 

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