Alabama Shakes

High Water Festival 2026: Two Days of Music, Community, and Catharsis on the Charleston Waterfront

High Water Festival 2026 brought thousands to Riverfront Park in North Charleston for a weekend defined by music, reflection, and community. Across two days of unforgettable performances — from the raw emotional weight of Jesse Welles to the electrifying power of Alabama Shakes — the festival proved that live music can still make people feel connected, present, and alive.