‘Tis the Season: Celebrate the Holidays in Charleston
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Charleston is sparkling with festive cheer this holiday season! Whether you're running in a holiday 5K or sipping hot cocoa under twinkling lights, there’s no shortage of holiday magic.
Holiday Festival of Lights | Nov. 15 - Dec. 31
One of Charleston’s favorite traditions, the Holiday Festival of Lights at James Island County Park will dazzle you with millions of lights and festive displays. A must-see for the whole family!
Skate the Stadium | Dec. 13 - 27
Credit One Stadium transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with a synthetic ice rink, fire pits, and holiday movie nights. Don’t miss the tree lighting ceremony on Nov. 29 for the perfect kickoff to the season!
More info here.
Hoppy Holidays 5K | Dec. 14
Lace up those sneakers and get into the holiday spirit with the South Carolina Brewery Running Series! Dress in your best festive attire and join the fun at this family- and pet-friendly run, with craft brews and prizes waiting for you at the finish line. Register here.
Grand Illumination and Dinner | Dec. 12 - 14
Start the season off right with a candlelit tour and a delicious dinner at Middleton Place. Experience the grandeur of this historic plantation aglow with holiday lights.
Home for the Holidays Magnolia House Tour | Dec. 6 - Jan. 6
Step into the past with the Magnolia Plantation House Tour, showcasing the beauty of the season at this iconic Lowcountry spot. The perfect way to embrace the charm of Charleston!
Jingle on Park Circle | Dec. 21
Shop over 250 vendors at the Holy City Brewing Holiday Market. With food, fun, and festive shopping, it’s the ultimate way to ring in the holiday season with family and friends. Learn more here.
Gullah Christmas Concert | Dec. 21
Enjoy the soulful sounds of the Gullah culture at Boone Hall Plantation, where rich history meets holiday music in a truly unique celebration.
Holiday Magic in Historic Charleston | Ongoing
Explore holiday magic with seasonal events at Charleston's historic museums and theaters, from the Gibbes Holiday Market (Dec. 4) to holiday movie nights at the American Theater (Dec. 4 and 11).
Oyster Roast at Historic Drayton Hall | Dec. 7
Celebrate the season with an oyster roast at the historic Drayton Hall, a deliciously fun way to experience Charleston’s charm.
Holiday Street Festival | Dec. 7
The Holiday Street Festival at Isle of Palms is a fun, family-friendly event with arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment, and, of course, Santa Claus!
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your family, friends, or even your pets, and dive into the best of Charleston’s Christmas celebrations this December!
