Spoleto Festival

Every May, for 17 days and nights, Spoleto Festival USA sets Charleston, South Carolina, ablaze with exceptional artistry in various capacities. From world-renowned performers to rising stars in theater; opera; dance; chamber music; and symphonic, choral, and jazz styles - every artistic discipline is represented within this prestigious festival's historic venues, such as theaters and churches or outdoor spaces. As it approaches its 47th season of captivating creativity, Spoleto Festival USA has earned the title of America's premier performing arts event.

The Spoleto Festival's timeless legacy lives on in the world-renowned city of Charleston. This captivating destination, blessed with remarkable coastal beauty, numerous preserved historical sites, and an abundance of memorable performance venues, delivers unparalleled experiences to guests, artists, and audiences alike.

Featuring a dazzling display of music, dance, and theatre performances, the distinguished Spoleto Festival USA returns to Charleston from May 26 – June 11, 2023. Inspired by Gian Carlo Menotti's 1977 creation - The Dei Due Mondi Festival in Spoleto, Italy - this much-awaited two-week event has become one of America's most renowned performing arts festivals.