Holiday Events in Charleston
Handsome Properties December 1, 2025
Handsome Properties December 1, 2025
Come out and see the Holiday Festival of Lights at James Island County Park. Open nightly from 5:30 – 10 pm throughout the Holiday season. Guests are welcome to park and attend the many festivities around the park. There are many attractions like visiting with Santa, shopping, and the Holiday sand sculptures. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate.
Start the season off right with the Nutcracker at the Charleston Music Hall. The performance is hosted by the South Carolina Music Hall and features new backdrops, sets, and scenery. This professional production will fill you with holiday spirit. Tickets can be purchased here.
Join Boone Hall Plantation for its 4th annual Gullah Christmas Concert. Mark your calendar for Wednesday, December 11. The event features a walk through the beautifully decorated plantation, special Gullah Christmas stories, and complimentary drinks and Christmas cookies. Tickets sell on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to grab yours early To find out more information, visit the website.
Kiawah’s Jingle Shell 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run takes place at Sanctuary Beach Access on December 12th. Registration is required. All participants receive a bib, medal, and souvenir. Show up to run or support.
There’s no better place to celebrate the beauty of the holidays than at Drayton Hall. Join Friday Flowers on December 13th for their Holiday Floral Arrangement Workshop, where you’ll learn how to craft the perfect festive arrangement. Enjoy a cheerful, hands-on experience and take home your own beautiful creation to add a touch of holiday spirit to your home.
Nothing captures the spirit of Charleston quite like Marion Square. Perfectly situated at the intersection of King, Calhoun, and Meeting Streets, it’s a central gathering place that brings the community together year-round.
One of the most festive examples of this is the annual Chanukah in the Square celebration, where locals and visitors come together to enjoy live music, traditional foods, and the lighting of the menorah. This family-friendly event is free to the public.
In the heart of Park Circle, over 200 local artisans and businesses come together to create an unforgettable holiday experience. This event is family-friendly and free to the public. The market places heavy emphasis on shopping local while combining holiday charm.
The South Carolina Aquarium hosts New Year’s Eve with the Family. The event takes place during their aquarium aglow series, where the aquarium comes to life with hundreds of thousands of lights. Guests will experience music and a special ball drop to ring in the new year, all before bedtime.
Charleston has a plethora of holiday events from dazzling light displays and festive performances to local markets and family-friendly celebrations. Whether you’re looking to shop local, enjoy a beloved tradition, or create new memories, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this holiday season in the Lowcountry.
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