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Road trip: Spoleto Festival USA is back May 22-June 9 in downtown Charleston

April 16, 2024 • 
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This year’s Spoleto Festival has a stacked lineup, including Jason Isbell (above), Yo-Yo Ma, Old Crow Medicine Show, and more.

Photo provided by Spoleto Festival USA

Picture this: 100+ live performances over 17 days spanning dance, theatre, opera, classical music, jazz, and concerts, all taking place in atmospheric and historic venues in beautiful downtown Charleston.

A life-changing experience for every arts-lover, this year’s Spoleto Festival USA will feature world-renowned talent from Yo-Yo Ma and LA Dance Project to Old Crow Medicine Show and Jason Isbell.

Mark your calendars — it’s all happening May 22-June 9.

See the full schedule + snag tickets

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