Events

Come play Euchre in Charleston. All skill levels welcome.

Charleston Euchre Club is a community-driven network of players across the Lowcountry. Whether you're brand new or have played for years, you can show up, join a game, and start playing right away.

Weekly meetups are casual and self-run — no RSVP or partner needed. Just show up, grab a drink, and join a table. Come solo, bring a friend, or connect with players in the Facebook group before you go.

Established Weekly Meetups

Tuesday | 6:30 PM
📍 Indigo Reef Brewing Co. — Charleston, SC

Tuesday | 6:30 PM
📍 Pickle Bar — Summerville, SC

Thursday | 6:30 PM
📍 Edisto River Brewing Co. — Johns Island, SC

What to Know

  • No RSVP required
  • No partner needed
  • Free to play
  • All skill levels welcome
  • Drop-in format

These are community-run games. Simply show up and join a table. If you're one of the first to arrive, start a table and others will join as they arrive.

Additional Meetups & New Locations

New games, pop-up meetups, and additional locations are regularly organized by members.

👉 Check the Facebook group to find games near you, see who's playing, or discover new locations around Charleston.

👉 Want a game closer to you? Start one. Post it in the group and invite others to join.

Community Tournaments

Charleston Euchre Club does not currently host official tournaments.

Members are welcome to organize and run their own tournaments, special events, and game nights. If you're interested in hosting one, post the details in the Facebook group and invite others to participate.

Additional Information

  • Weekly meetups are self-run and drop-in
  • No RSVP or partner needed
  • All skill levels are welcome
  • If no game is started, grab a table and begin one
  • Members are encouraged to organize their own meetups and events
  • Participation is free unless otherwise noted by an event organizer or venue

Stay Connected

👉 Join the Charleston Euchre Club Facebook Group for meetup updates, new locations, special events, and to connect with other players:

facebook.com/groups/chseuchreclub/

🃏 Show up, connect, and play.

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