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Hotel
Offers

Charleston at Christmas is truly something to behold. Full of treasures only found in the Lowcountry, Charleston hotels at Christmas provide a charming opportunity to see the city in a whole new light. Book one of the exclusive holiday packages this year!

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The Charleston
Santa

The Best Friend Train Museum will host The Charleston Santa each weekend between Thanksgiving and Christmas. A magical Christmas experience, famillies are invited to visit with the jolly old elf himself, receive a commemorative photo, and support Toys for Tots along the way.

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Spread
the Joy

There’s no better time of the year to experience the charm and magic of Charleston than Christmastime. This year, we’re continuing our new tradition of spreading a little “Joy,” “Hope,” and “Love,” along the way through the #SpreadTheJoy installations around Charleston!

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Illumination
Charleston

Join Explore Charleston and Southern Living for an unforgettable experience as we light up the season with Southern Living editors, special guests, and a curated holiday market. A weekend of inspired design, Southern culture and holiday décor December 6-7, 2024.

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Gift
Ideas

Find the perfect gift in Charleston from heirlooms to foodie favorites, stocking stuffers to Charleston gift favorites, we have everything you need for gifting this year!

Spend the Holidays in History

Steeped in history, Charleston rings in the holidays with a charm of its own. Decorated with sparkling white lights and shiny bows, Charleston dons all its finery for the holidays. Storefronts, homes, churches, boats and parks are adorned with lights, garland and holly showing their yuletide spirit.

Advent
Calendar

Celebrate the holiday season with Explore Charleston’s Advent Calendar! Beginning December 1st we’ll share recipes, gifts, and traditions only found in our favorite city.

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