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Christmas in Charleston

Events

Experience the spirit of
Christmas in Charleston

Nov. 10 - Dec. 31

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Holiday Festival of Lights

James Island County Park

Let the spirit of the season embrace you as James Island County Park comes alive with illumination at Charleston's most beloved nighttime event!

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Oct.16 - Dec.30

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Aquarium Aglow

Holiday magic returns to the Lowcountry at Aquarium Aglow, open select nights this November–December

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Nov.10 - Dec.31

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Holiday Festival of Lights

The Holiday Festival of Lights returns for another year of magic at James Island County Park! This vibrant light show is one of Charleston’s most cherished holiday events, featuring an estimated two million dazzling lights.

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Dec.05 - Dec.30

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Charleston Strolls Holiday Walking Tour

Enjoy the holiday spirit and seasonal decorations on the two-hour Charleston Strolls Holiday Walking Tour of the historic district.

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Dec.14 - Dec.23

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The Charleston Christmas Special 2023

Each year, producers Brad and Jennifer Moranz gather some of the country's most talented performers.

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Dec.13 - Dec.16

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Grand Illumination and Dinner

Join us for Christmas of 1782 at Middleton Place!

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Nov.28 - Nov.29

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Cirque Dreams: Holidaze

Cirque Dreams: Holidaze is coming to North Charleston!

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Dec.01 - Dec.02

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Illumination Charleston

Join Explore Charleston and Southern Living as we light up the season with Southern Living editors, special guests, and a curated holiday market in the magical city of Charleston, South Carolina.

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Nov.18

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STEAM Saturday: Holly Jolly Science

Deck the halls with science!

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Nov.24

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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

Enjoy Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at North Charleston Performing Arts Center on November 24.

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Nov.25

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Candlelight Tours

Create a very special historic memory this year in Charleston, SC.

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Nov.26

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Garland Workshop

Get ready for the Charleston Holidays with this perfect activity!

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Nov.26

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Wreath Building Workshop

Get ready for the Charleston Holidays with this perfect activity!

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Nov.28

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Nov 28 - Dec 22

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Dec.01

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Candlelight Tours

Create a very special historic memory this year in Charleston, SC.

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Dec.02

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Candlelight Tours

Create a very special historic memory this year in Charleston, SC.

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Dec.02

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Holiday Swing

Join your Charleston Jazz Orchestra for their annual highly anticipated Holiday Swing!

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Dec.02

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SARAH BRIGHTMAN: A CHRISTMAS SYMPHONY

Now an annual tradition, and in celebration of the most wonderful time of year, the world’s biggest-

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Dec.06

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RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL

The beloved TV classic RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER soars off the screen and onto the stage this h

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Dec.07

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Candlelight: Holiday Special featuring “The Nutcracker” and More

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring lo

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Dec.08

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Candlelight Tours

Create a very special historic memory this year in Charleston, SC.

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Dec.09

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A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS LIVE ON STAGE!

A Charlie Brown Christmas, the Emmy and Peabody award-winning story by Charles M. Schulz

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Dec.09

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Candlelight Tours

Create a very special historic memory this year in Charleston, SC.

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Dec.10

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Spirituals Concert

Join us on December 10, 2023, from 3:30pm – 5:00pm

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Dec.14

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Candlelight: Holiday Special featuring “The Nutcracker” and More

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring lo

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Dec.14

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THE ILLUSIONISTS

Celebrate the holidays with the entire family at The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays

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Dec.15

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Candlelight Tours

Create a very special historic memory this year in Charleston, SC.

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Dec.16

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Candlelight Tours

Create a very special historic memory this year in Charleston, SC.

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Dec.17

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DORRANCE DANCE - Nutcracker Suite

The Nutcracker Suite or, a rhythmaturgical evocation of the super-leviathonic enchantments

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Dec.20

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Candlelight: Holiday Special featuring “The Nutcracker” and More

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring lo

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Dec.20

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Holiday Workshop

Deck the halls at the Charleston Museum with our annual Holiday Workshop!

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Dec.22

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Nov 28 - Dec 22

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Dec.26

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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet

Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet is coming to North Charleston!

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