The Windjammer Isle of Palms: Beachfront Live Music

By the Yacht Rock Radio crew · Details checked against official sources Nov. 9, 2026

The Windjammer sits right on Front Beach on the Isle of Palms, about 30 minutes from downtown Charleston. It holds about 550 people and books touring bands, regional favorites and tribute nights, with an inside stage for the cooler months and an outdoor stage facing the beach in summer.

The Windjammer at a glance

What to expect musically

• 2026 shows have included The Expendables, California Honeydrops, Wilderado, Ax and the Hatchetmen, TopHouse and Josh Meloy.
• Fall and winter bring weekend shows on the inside stage, including tribute nights (Tom Petty, Pearl Jam and Nirvana tributes are on the late-2026 calendar).

Tips for your visit

• All shows starting at 9pm or later are 21 and up. Earlier 6pm shows are 21+ unless with a parent.
• Front Beach parking fills fast on summer weekends, so arrive early.

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How we checked this

We confirmed the address, hours, website and social accounts on the venue’s own site where it has one, and with the sources below, on Nov. 9, 2026. Hours and lineups change, so check the venue’s site or socials before you travel. Spot something out of date? Tell us and we’ll fix it.

• The Windjammer official site
• JamBase venue page