Frequently Asked Questions
Click on a question below to get an answer. If you still need more information, don’t hesitate to contact us via phone, 843-626-8911 or via email, info@pawleysmusic.com.
- Can I pick my seat under the performance tent?
- Yes. Our sponsors and members will be seated in the preferred seating section up-front. All other seats will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Do I need to bring a chair?
- Only if you purchase general admission seats.
- Is there food, beverages, or alcohol for sale at the event?
- Yes, a variety of snacks, soft drinks, beer and wine will be available for sale at the tent for events held at the performance tent at Brookgreen Gardens. See individual event for more specific information. For Jazz Under the Oaks held at Litchfield Plantation, food and drinks will be available for purchase at the event.
- Can I bring a cooler?
- Coolers are allowed for the table event only, which is the Long Bay Chamber Orchestra on September 25. Coolers must be placed beneath the table.
- What is the table event?
- The Long Bay Chamber Orchestra will be the table event for 2009. All seating under the tent is at tables for 8 or 10.
- How do I reserve a table?
- Tables will only be reserved by calling the Festival office at 843-626-8911 for groups of 8 or 10. Please have names when you call to reserve a table.
- How many people may I have at my table?
- Tables for 8 and 10 guests are available.
- What do I do if I do not have enough people for a 8 or 10 top table?
- You will be seated with other guests who have purchased table seating and do not have enough to fill a table.
- Tell me more about the “Picnic Judging.”
- Each year many of our guests decorate their table. Some are very elaborate and others are very simple. At the beginning of the evening we have judges that go around and look at all tables. During intermission we announce the winners. Guests are not required to decorate their table, however it is a fun experience.
- What are the categories for the “Picnic Judging?”
- Most Elaborate, Most Creative, Friendliest Table, and Best Recipe.
- When can I start decorating my table?
- You may begin decorating your table at 6:00 pm. We ask that you respect the 6:00 pm start time.
- Can I use candles?
- Absolutely, no open flames are allowed under the tent. However, battery operated candles are fine.
- What if it rains?
- The venue is rain or shine.
- Can I bring my dog, my video camera, a camera?
- No. Unfortunately, none of these items are allowed in the venue.
- When I order tickets, how will I receive them?
- All tickets ordered prior to September 4th will be mailed. After September 4th, the tickets will be held at the Will-Call booth, which is located at gate entrance to each event.
- When is the Will-Call booth open?
- Will-call is located outside the venue gate and will open 1 hour prior to the start of each event.
- Do you offer wheelchair accessible seats?
- All aisle seats are wheelchair accessible.
- How many people does the venue hold?
- The venue holds up to 1,200 people.
- What time does the event start?
- For most shows, gates will open at 6:00 pm. Most events begin at 7:00 pm.
- Where should we park?
- Parking is available in special designated areas at Brookgreen Gardens, so just follow the signs.
- Does my ticket price include the entry fee to Brookgreen Gardens?
- Entry to Festival ticket holders is valid only after 5:30 pm to the Spring Hill Concert site at Brookgreen Gardens. However, if you would like to make a day of it and visit Brookgreen Gardens for the day, there is an additional $12.00 entry fee per person. Daily operational hours are 9:30 am to 5 pm.