Hilton Head in March is starting to show a bit more activity after the winter lull in events, and there should be something on either in Hilton Head or nearby most weekends.
The island is fairly busy all through March, but the crowds of spring vacationers don’t usually arrive until toward the end of the month. Accommodation rates are generally reasonable, and there shouldn’t be too much difficulty getting reservations at the island’s restaurants through most of March.
The most popular March events in Hilton Head include the annual St Patrick’s Day Parade and the Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival, with other food festivals, heritage events and spring celebrations throughout the month.
The weather in Hilton Head in March tends to be warmer than in the winter, but it can still be quite unpredictable. While you might enjoy warm, sunny days with temperatures reaching the 70s, cooler and overcast weather is also a possibility.
Although March in Hilton Head doesn’t usually offer ideal ‘beach weather’ – at least not for sunbathing or swimming – many ocean-based and other outdoor activities are still enjoyable at this time of year. Options include kayaking, paddleboarding, boat tours, fishing, biking, and golfing.
For a great day trip, consider visiting Beaufort or Savannah, particularly toward the end of the month when the azaleas are likely to be in full bloom.
More Hilton Head Island events: April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, January, February
See also:
– Things to do in Savannah, GA
– Airports near Hilton Head, SC
– Transportation between Savannah and Hilton Head
– Events in Bluffton, SC
!Events may be rescheduled or cancelled at short notice. Please check dates, venue and other details at the event’s official website before making plans to attend.
→ See February events
– Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival, February 22 - March 1 2026
Annual food festival in celebration of southern food culture, with seafood and other dishes prepared by local restaurants and chefs, wine tastings and other events. More details
– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details
– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details
– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details
– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details
– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details
– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details
– Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival, March 22-28 2026
Big annual food and wine festival with events at various Hilton Head Island locations.
More details
– Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival, March 22-28 2026
Big annual food and wine festival with events at various Hilton Head Island locations.
More details
– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details
– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details
– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details
– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details
→ See more April events
More Things To Do In Hilton Head Island
– Hilton Head Island tours
– Dolphin tours
– Boat charters
– Sunset tours
– Kayaking in Hilton Head
– Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge
See also:
– March weather in Hilton Head
– March events in Savannah
– Things to do in Savannah
– Tybee Island events
– Beaufort events