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We’ll be sharing recipes, gifts and traditions unique to Charleston each day from December 1st through Christmas right here. Check Back on December 1st, 2025 to reveal day one!

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Christmas in Charleston gate decorations

December 1, 2025

City of Charleston Free Parking Pass

Claim your Holiday Park & Shop free parking pass for select City of Charleston parking garages. This pass is valid from Friday, November 29th through Tuesday, December 31st!

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December 2, 2025

Drayton Hall

Make this holiday season unforgettable by joining us at Drayton Hall! Enjoy $10 off our exciting events with the code DeckTheHall10, including the Wreath Making Workshop, Cookie Decorating Workshop, Oyster Roast, Spirituals, Christmas at Drayton Hall, and Holiday Sip & Stroll. (Excludes Family Fridays.) Create lasting memories with us!

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December 3, 2025

Old South Carriage House

Experience the magic of the season with our holiday carriage rides! Climb aboard our specially decorated carriage driven by one of Santa’s helpers and pulled by one of our beautiful draft horses. This festive 30-minute holiday experience includes a caroling “sleigh” ride through downtown Charleston before returning to Santa’s Stable for hot chocolate, cookies, and a chance to get your photo taken with Santa. This experience is sure to bring joy to the whole family! Use code: SANTA24 at checkout to receive $2 off per person.

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December 4, 2025

The Sound of Charleston Concert

$5 off per ticket. Dec 6, 13, 20, 23, 26, 30 at 7pm. Call Bill and mention the advent calendar: (843) 270-4903

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December 5, 2025

Black Fedora

One free beverage per person for any weekday (Tues/Thurs) Holiday Show thorugh December 19th. Call (843) 937-6453 and mention “Explore Charleston Advent Calendar.” Valid for December 5, 10, 12, 17, & 19

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December 6, 2025

Bulldog Tours

Use code ADOPT to get 20% off of Beau’s Charleston Adventure, a fun hunt for history created with young adventurers in mind. Adopt a plush Beau, Bulldog’s canine ambassador, and use the accompanying adventure map as a guide on this self-paced scavenger hunt. Find all 10 historic district locations to answer questions on the map, and return to Bulldog Tours for a prize. It’s the perfect gift for young locals and visitors alike. Please call 843-722-8687 if you have any questions.

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December 7, 2025

Charleston Stage: A Christmas Carol

Receive $5 off on tickets to any performance of “A Christmas Carol” running Nov. 30 – Dec. 22 at the historic Dock Street Theatre. Mention or enter code CAROL47 to redeem discount. Visit CharlestonStage.com/carol or call (843) 577-7183. Stipulations: Offer cannot be applied to previously purchased tickets or with any other discount offer.

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December 8, 2025

Firefly Distillery

Get $10 off a Firefly tasting of six of our spirits with promo code ADVENT. Tastings are held every half hour on Monday-Friday from 1:00pm – 6:00pm and can be booked on our website using the promo code ADVENT. Promo code is valid until 12/31/2025.

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December 9, 2025

Olde Colony

Use code Holiday24 for 15% off your total purchase, excluding shipping, of $50 or more.

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December 10, 2025

Woda Bags

For the beach, boat, pool, sports fields, & beyond. Woda Bag is perfect for everyone on your list! Adventure ready? We’ve got your back. Use code WODA15 for 15% off.

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December 11, 2025

The Gibbes Museum of Art

The Gibbes would like to offer you a 15 month membership at the Museum for the price of a 12 month membership. Purchase on the Gibbes website with code ADVENT2024.

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December 12, 2025

Ibu Movement

Holiday shopping online and in-store at Ibu Movement supports a global network of female artisans. Receive a free mantra cuff set with a $50 purchase or a free large ikat clutch ($45 value) with a $100 purchase.

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December 13, 2025

HART

Complete your holiday shopping by visiting HART’s store on King street. You will be gifted 10% off in-person today only with the code: CHARLESTON10

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December 14, 2025

Sun Cookery

Gift Charleston’s charm and Southern hospitality to your favorite host this holiday. A Sun Cookery Hosting box makes every gathering easy and beautiful. Use code “CharlestonHost” for 20% off any box. Shipping nationwide.

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December 15, 2025

Julep

Use code HAPPYHOLIDAYS to receive 20% off of $200

20% off $200

December 16, 2025

Charleston Candle Co

Dreaming of a Charleston Christmas? Experience the Lowcountry through the perfect scent at Charleston Candle Co. Use code CHARLESTONCHRISTMAS for 20% off online.

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December 17, 2025

Jordan Lash

Come by the store and mention the code “Holiday 24” or shop online using code “Holiday24” for 20% off your perfect gift. The code is valid through December 24.

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December 18, 2025

Hermosa

Gift the charm of Charleston with a piece from the Hermosa Oyster Collection! Use code “OYSTER20” at checkout for an exclusive 20% off the collection and carry a piece of coastal beauty wherever you go.

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December 19, 2025

Coastal Expeditions

The adventure begins as you board the ferry and head to Bulls Island. As we wind through the oyster-lined creeks that take us to Bulls Island, the captain and mate share their knowledge and passion about the refuge, the wildlife and the regional history. Use the promo code: BULLSCVB24 at the checout page to receive 20% off.

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December 20, 2025

Rhodes Boutique

Buy More, Save More This Holiday! Today only – Enjoy 20% off your gift card purchase of $100 or more, your wallet will thank you!

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December 21, 2025

Harbor Golf Course at Wild Dunes Resort

10% off rounds with code “SANTA”S GONE SOUTH” Disclaimer – Cannot be combined with other offers & blackout dates may apply.

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December 22, 2025

Madison Mathews

Use the code:MMHoliday for 25% off (Online only)

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December 23, 2025

Woodhouse Spa

Purchase a $350 gift card and receive a plush blanket Purchase a $500 gift card and receive a plush blanket and calm candle Valid through December 28th, 2024.

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Charleston Santa Train Museum

December 24, 2025

Charleston's Christmas Checklist

Merry Christmas Eve! Whether it’s a last minute stocking stuffer or an opening in your holiday schedule, our Charleston Christmas Checklist will help you round out the sweetest holiday season. Click below to find out our favorites.

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ryder hotel rooftop bar

December 25, 2025

Cheers to Christmas in Charleston!

Merry Christmas!! Cheers to you and yours as we all celebrate a beautiful holiday season in the Holy City. Sip in a view of the steeples with our list of favorite rooftop bars in Charleston, South Carolina. Enjoy!

Cheers to Christmas!