Mount Pleasant's Blessing of the Fleet

Fleet Week is back!

A pelican sculpture unveiling, cooking demonstrations, free shagging lessons, wine and painting on the pier, Beer Week, Shaggin’ on the Cooper and a Starlight Pops Concert will lead to the 25th Annual Town of Mount Pleasant Blessing of the Fleet and Seafood Festival presented by East Cooper Medical Center.

Fleet Week focuses on activities centering on the shrimping industry.

“Fleet Week is a unique opportunity to get a look at the fascinating world of shrimping,” said Nicole Harvey, special events planner. “Fleet Week sets the perfect tone for one of the most anticipated festivals in the Lowcountry and beyond. Look at what we are offering this year!”

About Fleet Week Activity Schedule

Old Village Post House Shrimp Cooking Demonstration
Tuesday, April 24, 5:00 p.m.
One of Mount Pleasant’s favorite restaurants, the Old Village Post House will offer a shrimp cooking demonstration using farm-fresh ingredients at the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market.
Farmers Market Pavilion, Moultrie Middle School, Coleman Boulevard
FREE Admission

Pelican Sculpture Unveiling
Wednesday, April 25, 5:00 p.m.
Shem Creek Park will be the permanent home for an educational art nine-foot tall Pelican Sculpture created by School of the Arts students using marine debris collected in local waterways. The unveiling will include SOA students who created the sculpture, along with Mount Pleasant residents and students who played a role in its creation.
Mount Pleasant Shem Creek Park, Shrimp Boat Lane
FREE Admission

Charleston Craft Beer Week Event
Wednesday, April 25, 5:00 p.m.
A tasting of German beers & food followed by a showing of the film “Beerfest”
Cinebarre Movie Theater
FREE Admission. Food and beverages available for purchase

Wine & Design Painting on the Pier
Thursday, April 26, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Paint your own masterpiece with step-by-step instruction. Wine & Design has created a new painting especially for the Blessing of the Fleet. No experience necessary. Refreshments will be available. Memorial Waterfront Park Pier
$40/person (Reservations required) - 843-388-7857 orwww.wineanddesignsc.com

Free Shag Lessons on the Pier
Friday, April 27, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Mary Kennerty, Director of Mount Pleasant Junior Cotillions and a business etiquette consultant, will teach the Charleston Shag on the pier. Come enjoy sunset in the park and get ready for a great weekend with free dance lessons.
Memorial Waterfront Park Pier
FREE Admission

Starlight Pops Concert – Charleston Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, April 28, Gates 5:30p.m., Picnic Judging 7:00 p.m., sunset show
Bring beach chairs/blankets and a picnic for this annual favorite, in a new venue this year! Great food and drinks will be available for purchase. Tickets on sale now in all area First Federal offices and www.firstfederal.com
The Grove at Patriots Point
$15 adults, $10 First Federal customers (in-bank purchase only), $5 children

Shaggin’ on the Cooper
Saturday, April 28, 8:00 p.m. (Gates open at 7:00 p.m.)
Dance the night away under the stars while enjoying live classic oldies and beach music by Local Motion on the Mount Pleasant Pier. Beverages available for purchase onsite.
Memorial Waterfront Park Pier
$10 per person (only 800 tickets available for this event!)
Call 843-795-4FUN (4386) or visit www.ccprc.com

Blessing of the Fleet
Memorial Waterfront Park
Sunday, April 29, 2012, 11:30 am - 6:00 pm
Participants are treated to a boat parade and ceremonial blessing of the shrimp/fishing fleet, savory seafood samplings sold by some of Mount Pleasant's best restaurants, live music, an arts/crafts show, Shag and shrimp-eating contests, and family-friendly activities.

Blessing of the Fleet Website