Welcome to Bluffton, SC!

Located just across the bridge from Hilton Head Island, Bluffton is a quaint, charming town. Antebellum homes, historic churches and unique shops line the moss-shaded streets of Bluffton's downtown historic district, offering a taste of Lowcountry living. Bluffton, a town whose name refers to its location atop a scenic bluff along the May River, also is home to a number of award-winning restaurants, accomodations and popular shopping centers developed along the Hwy. 278 corridor which connects Bluffton and Hilton Head Island. Today's Bluffton is an ideal place to live or visit, with the Atlantic Ocean minutes away and the many recreational opportunities the inland waterways offer, it is easy to see why Bluffton is the fastest growing area in South Carolina.
* Weather – Bluffton's daily average high in May is 82 degrees, perfect for the beach, golf, boating or just relaxing in the beautiful natural surroundings.
* Upcoming Events in and around Bluffton and the Lowcountry.



Featured Events

4th Annual Hilton Head Island Art Festival!

May 26th – 27th! 4th Annual Hilton Head Island Art Festival at Shelter Cove Harbour, 1 Harbourside Lane. The artistic media represented includes paintings, life-size sculptures, photographs, glass, wood, jewelry, collage and ceramics. The artists will line Shelter Cove Harbour with their gallery-style display booths transforming this popular waterfront shopping and dining destination into a high-end outdoor art gallery. Admission is free and open to the public. (more…)

16th Annual Rib Burnoff and Barbecue Fest!

May 19th! 16th Annual Rib Burnoff and Barbecue Fest hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Hilton Head at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. Professional and amateur chefs compete for the certified judges’ and popular vote with live music, kid’s activities and more. Proceeds benefit local children’s charities. Tickets may be purchased in advance from Kiwanis members or at the gate. (more…)

Buckwalter Farmers Market!

May 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th! “Buckwalter Farmers Market” Traditional farm produce as well as baked goods and prepared foods such as frozen pierogis and local jams, jellies, and honey. Buckwalter Place, Buckwalter Pkwy. (more…)

Farmers Market of Bluffton!

May 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st! “Farmers Market of Bluffton” Carson Cottages, Calhoun Street, Old Town Bluffton. Farm fresh produce, delicious prepared foods, entertainment, cookbook signing, tips from master gardeners and more. (more…)




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Farmers Markets of the Lowcountry

Savor the flavors of the Lowcountry with a visit to any of the area’s farmers markets. From fresh local produce, meats and seafood to prepared meals, unique vendors and live entertainment, you’re sure to find something to suit every taste. Farmers Market of Bluffton Carson Cottages in Old Town Bluffton 40 Calhoun St. Winter Farmers [...]

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Bluffton is a State of Mind!

Prior to the opening of the first bridge to Hilton Head Island in 1956, Bluffton was a sleepy little town on the May River, a place where folks from Savannah and the inland portions of South Carolina would vacation each summer in their cottages. When development met its stride on the Island in the 1970′s, [...]

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Bluffton is a State of Mind!

Prior to the opening of the first bridge to Hilton Head Island in 1956, Bluffton was a sleepy little town on the May River, a place where folks from Savannah and the inland portions of South Carolina would vacation each summer in their cottages. When development met its stride on the Island in the 1970′s, [...]



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The Benefits of Exercise!

It is no secret that regular exercise can benefit everyone in many ways. Research clearly shows that regular exercise extends life expectancy, controls weight, decreases risk of developing type 2 diabetes, decreases risk of cancer and effectively combats depression. Basically, having a regular physical fitness routine results in a healthier and happier life. With all [...]