Piccolo Preview at Holy Spirit Church

Annual concert offers Sea Islands residents a sneak peek at Piccolo Spoleto Festival

Apr. 17, 2026 at 11:35am

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring sharp, angular shapes in black, white, and red, conveying the vibrant energy of a community music event.The Piccolo Spoleto Preview concert brings the joy and artistry of the larger festival to the local community.Charleston Today

The Kiawah Arts Council and Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs are hosting a free 'sneak-peek' concert on May 3rd at Holy Spirit Church, giving Sea Islands residents a preview of the upcoming Piccolo Spoleto Festival.

Why it matters

The annual Piccolo Spoleto Preview concert provides an opportunity for the local community to get an early look at some of the talent and programming that will be featured at the larger Piccolo Spoleto Festival, a major cultural event in the Charleston area.

The details

The free concert will take place on Sunday, May 3rd, with doors opening at 3:30 pm and the show starting at 4:00 pm. Tickets are required but are available at no cost. The event is a collaboration between the Kiawah Arts Council and the Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs to give Sea Islands residents a taste of the upcoming Piccolo Spoleto Festival.

  • The concert will be held on Sunday, May 3, 2026.
  • Doors open at 3:30 pm, and the show starts at 4:00 pm.

The players

Kiawah Arts Council

A local arts organization that collaborates with the City of Charleston to coordinate the annual Piccolo Spoleto Preview concert.

Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs

The city government department that works with the Kiawah Arts Council to organize the Piccolo Spoleto Preview event.

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What’s next

Residents can reserve their free tickets for the Piccolo Spoleto Preview concert by clicking the link provided.

The takeaway

The Piccolo Spoleto Preview concert is a valuable opportunity for the local community to get an early look at the talent and programming that will be featured at the larger Piccolo Spoleto Festival, a major cultural event in the Charleston area.