Charleston, South Carolina — our 2028 reunion destination

Getting to Charleston

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Everything you need to plan your trip to Charleston for the 2028 Brooks-Wineglass Family Reunion — hotel recommendations, airport details, and a guide to the Holy City.

Reunion DatesJuly 20–23, 2028

Nearest AirportCHS — Charleston

CityCharleston, SC

Airports & Transport

Getting Here

Charleston is well-connected by air, road, and rail. Here's how to make your way to the Holy City.

By Air

Charleston Int'l Airport (CHS)

CHS is the closest airport — just 12 miles from downtown Charleston. Direct flights serve most major US hubs. Rental cars, rideshares, and shuttles are all available at the terminal.

· chs · 12 miles from downtown

By Car

Driving to Charleston

Charleston sits at the junction of I-26 and I-526. From Atlanta it's about 5 hours; from Charlotte, 3.5 hours; from Washington DC, 8 hours. Parking is available at most hotels.

· i-26 east · i-526 south

Getting Around

Local Transport

Downtown Charleston is walkable and bikeable. CARTA buses and the free DASH trolley serve the peninsula. Uber and Lyft are widely available. Many reunion venues are within a short ride of recommended hotels.

· dash trolley · free downtown

Rainbow Row — the iconic colorful historic houses of Charleston, South Carolina

The Holy City

Charleston Area Guide

Charleston is one of America's most storied cities — rich with Gullah Geechee culture, antebellum history, world-class food, and the beauty of the Lowcountry coast. While you're here for the reunion, make time to explore.

Rainbow RowThe iconic pastel-painted Georgian row houses on East Bay Street — a must-see.

The BatteryAntebellum mansions, harbor views, and the White Point Garden promenade.

Gullah Geechee CultureExplore the rich heritage of the Gullah Geechee people at the Avery Research Center.

King StreetCharleston's main shopping and dining corridor — boutiques, galleries, and restaurants.

Magnolia PlantationOne of America's oldest gardens, with stunning azaleas and Lowcountry wetlands.

Arthur Ravenel Jr. BridgeWalk or bike across the iconic cable-stayed bridge for panoramic harbor views.

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Accommodations

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