Charleston weekend includes SEWE and Valentine’s Day events

The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition runs Feb. 13–15 with wildlife displays, flight demos and DockDogs at Marion Square and Brittlebank Park; on Feb. 14 Charleston also hosts an Anti‑Valentine's Night Market, Cupid's Undie Run, Rom Con and the Boykin Bash benefit.

Charleston has a busy weekend schedule centered on the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition and several Valentine's Day–themed gatherings. SEWE returns Friday through Sunday with wildlife exhibits, flight demonstrations and DockDogs competitions across Marion Square and Brittlebank Park. Saturday features a mix of events including an Anti‑Valentine's Night Market, the Cupid's Undie Run, Rom Con at the Charleston County Library, and the Boykin Bash benefit for Boykin Spaniel Rescue. The listings highlight local conservation groups, rescues and small vendors taking part. Event details: - Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (Feb. 13–15): Main tents at Marion Square with flight shows from the Center for Birds of Prey, a new Turtle Survival Alliance demo, DockDogs at Brittlebank Park, art displays and VIP experiences; general ticketed events listed at $45–$110 and VIP packages from $375–$7,300. - Anti‑Valentine's Night Market (Feb. 14, 6–9 p.m.): New Realm Brewing Co. on Daniel Island hosting local vendors, live music and a free, public market. - Cupid's Undie Run (Feb. 14): Lineup at Loggerhead's Beach Grill on Folly Beach with a noon start for food and a 2 p.m. run; runners must be 21 and over and registration is reported at $45 per person to support neurofibromatosis research. - Rom Con (Feb. 14, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.): Charleston County Main Library hosting authors, panels, book signings, a crafts booth and a selfie station; event is free and open to the public. - Boykin Bash (Feb. 14, noon): Boykin Spaniel Rescue's 25th anniversary at Firefly Distillery with vendors, music, retriever demos, a silent auction and the Hot Dog Dash; proceeds benefit the rescue and ticket price is reported at $16 per person. Summary: The weekend brings conservation-focused programming alongside several Saturday events tied to Valentine's Day themes and local rescues. SEWE runs Feb. 13–15 with both general admission and VIP options, and multiple Feb. 14 events are listed as free or ticketed with stated prices and registration details as reported by organizers.