Organizers announced the headlining performances for the 2025 Charleston Sternwheel Regatta this week. Country singer and Kentucky native Carly Pearce will get things kicked off on Thursday, July 3, followed by KC & the Sunshine Band on Friday, July 4. Legendary rapper Busta Rhymes will get the weekend started on Saturday night, July 5, followed by rockers Jefferson Starship headlining the final day on Sunday, July, 6. Eyewitness News said more details on the Regatta festivities, including more performances, are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.