9:30 A.m.

Breakfast at Social Bakery 

Meet Dashae in front of the Sonesta at 9:15 a.m. to be picked up for breakfast.

Hilton Head Social Bakery is a must-visit, where early risers line up for Chef Philippe’s renowned croissants. A French chef who fell in love with Hilton Head after leading Windows on the World in New York City, he transformed a former Dairy Queen into the island’s favorite bakery. Featured in Garden & Gun, the space reflects his creativity with furniture he crafted, a motorcycle, and Tiffany chandeliers, making each visit a one-of-a-kind experience.

Hashtags: @hiltonheadsocialbakery #hiltonheadislandsocialbakery

1:00 pm

Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park Tour & Lunch

Meet Dashae in front of the Sonesta at 12:40 p.m.

Discover a pivotal chapter in American history at this unique park, which offers a powerful glimpse into the lives of formerly enslaved people who established the nation’s first self-governed community. Join Executive Director Ahmad Ward, along with Sonya Grant and Lola Campbell, fifth generation Gullah descendants, for an insightful tour that brings this remarkable story to life.

Hashtags: @exploremitchelville #historicmitchellville

4:30 PM

Happy Hour Cruise

Meet Dashae in front of the Sonesta Hotel at 4:15pm.

Arrive at Palmetto Bay Marina for a happy hour cruise across our waterways to the Calhoun Street Dock in Old Town Bluffton.

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6:00 PM

Tour of New Gullah Cultural Center and Dinner at Ma Daisy’s Porch.

Take a sneak peak at Ma Daisy’s Porch and immerse yourself in a world where culture, tradition, and storytelling come to life. Part of the new Gullah Cultural Center, Ma Daisy’s Porch offers more than just a meal—it’s a deeply rooted experience in the richness of Gullah heritage. This special private tour and dinner is led by Bridgette Frazier, a fifth-generation Gullah descendant and the visionary behind Ma Daisy’s Porch.

Hashtags: @madaisysporch #BlufftonGullah