Things to Do in Charleston

12.1 Candlelight Tours Experience at Drayton Hall - Nightly, visitors can immerse themselves in the unique ambiance of candlelight experiences, gaining a profound understanding of the preserved colonial home and the lives that have shaped it.
12.1 Light the Lake - Mayor John Tecklenburg leads a festive tree lighting ceremony at 5:45 p.m., marking the start of the holiday season as more than 1,000 luminaries illuminate Colonial Lake's pathways. The evening unfolds with live music from the Charleston Caroling Company, a charming food village, and artist vignettes at this free event.
12.1 South Carolina Stingrays vs. Savannah Ghost Pirates - Cheer on the South Carolina Stingrays as they take the Savannah Ghost Pirates in hockey at the North Charleston Coliseum.
12.2 Holiday Street Festival on Isle of Palms - Enjoy this free event from 2 to 7 pm, with live entertainment, children's activities, and the chance to visit with Santa Claus, along with arts and craft vendors, local restaurants, and food vendors.
12.3 Wine Under the Oaks - Boone Hall hosts an Annual Holiday Wine Festival. Come to experience wine tastings, tasty desserts, oysters, and wine demonstrations while listening to live music.
12.3 Holiday Parade - Annual Parade and tree lighting ceremony located downtown in Marion Square.
12.3 Oyster Roast at Historic Drayton Hall - Come to the Annual Deck the Hall Oyster Roast and enjoy all-you-can-eat oysters, beverages, and more.
12.4 Holiday Hoedown - Continue the Holiday festivities by dressing in your favorite western apparel and indulge in refreshments at Cypress Hall.
12.6 Holiday Movie Night at the American Theatre - Bring the whole family to screen the Polar Express, and enjoy cocoa and local pastries. Holiday sweaters and pajamas encouraged!
12.6 Rudolph the Red-Noised Reindeer: The Musical - Don't miss the holiday tradition of watching your favorite characters come to life on stage at the Gaillard Center.
12.9 A Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage - The Emmy and Peabody award-winning story by Charles M. Schulz, comes to the stage to warm hearts and spread holiday cheer at the Gaillard Center.
12.9 Holiday Candle Making Workshop - Create two environmentally conscious candles mixed with your favorite winter fragrance oils at the Charleston Museum.
12.9 Holiday Parade of Boats - Catch this Lowcountry holiday tradition as festive boats proceed from the Cooper River through the Charleston Harbor and into the Ashley River. The festivities begin along the shores of Mount Pleasant at 5:00 p.m., and viewing from the downtown peninsula starts around 7:30 p.m.
12.9 Who’s Holiday - The raunchy Cindy Lou Who is returns this holiday for a one-women show twist on the holiday classic Dr. Seuss’s Hot the Grinch Stole Christmas.
12.10 (Rescheduled from 12.2) Winter Pickers Hullabaloo Flea Market - Firefly Distillery hosts the Winter Pickers Hullabaloo Flea Market on Saturday, December 2, promising a day of treasure hunting, delicious food, drinks, and live music.
12.10 28th Annual Christmas Light Parade - Illuminated floats and local organizations will parade up West Coleman Boulevard, enchanting crowds as the Mount Pleasant Christmas Light Parade unfolds, bringing joy to numerous residents and visitors.
12.13 A Gullah Christmas Concert at Boone Hall - A celebration immersed in the rich cultural tapestry of the Gullah community. takes center stage, featuring an abundance of Gullah Christmas stories and spirited performances of holiday songs by the Plantation Singers.
12.13 Holiday Movie Night at the American Theatre - Bring the whole family to screen the The Grinch, and enjoy cocoa and local pastries. Holiday sweaters and pajamas encouraged!
12.9 Ashley Hall Carolers - Feel the holiday spirit with a special evening of performances by Ashley Hall's elementary school choirs. Enjoy classic carols, cocktails, cocoa, and embrace the season with friends at family. The singing is set to begin around 6 pm on the Gabrielle Plaza or inside the lobby pending weather.
12.16 Kids Holiday Decorating Workshop - Come frost cookies with Butcher & Bee's Bakery Team at The Daily on Morrison Drive.
12.16 Holy City Holiday Market - Come dine at the Holy City Brewing at the Holiday Market featuring food trucks, bakeries, and more.
12.17 Firefly Distillery Hosts Annual Oyster Roast Series - Come for a day of lawn games, football, oyster shucking and a Bloody Mary bar.
12.20 Holiday Workshop - Kids can create ornaments while sipping on hot cocoa and eating cookies at the Charleston Museum.
12.22 Charleston Symphony Presents Holiday Pops - All ages can join for the annual concert at the Gaillard Center..
12.23 The Night Before Christmas Eve at Hotel Bennett - Hotel Bennett invites your family to gather in the foyer for an evening of holiday cheer with Santa. Enjoy carols and classic reads with a mug of hot cocoa from 7 - 8 pm.
12.24 Christmas Dinner in Gabrielle at Hotel Bennett - Enjoy a stress-free holiday and gather around the table at Gabrielle for a decadent prix fixe dinner.
12.24 Breakfast with Santa - Start your Christmas Eve off with a sprinkle of magic and a dash of delight at Hotel Bennett’s second annual Breakfast with Santa. Indulge in a buffet of sweet and savory breakfast favorites in the dazzling Crown Ballroom, sending Santa off in style before his long journey around the world.
12.31 New Year's Eve at the South Carolina Aquarium - New Year’s Eve at Aquarium Aglow is back! At this countdown expect a DJ spinning party tunes, face painting, a stilt walker and a ball drop, all before bedtime.

Daily
Letters to Santa at Hotel Bennett - Write your holiday wish list and our merry messengers will send it with a polar express postage stamp directly to the North Pole.
Life-Size Gingerbread House at Hotel Bennett - Nestled in the welcoming embrace of our first-floor lobby, our Gingerbread House promises an enchanting holiday experience for all.

Weekly
Saturdays and Sundays Holiday Market in Marion Square - Weekends from 9 am to 3 pm, visitors can explore an array of locally sourced products, including fresh produce and handmade crafts, perfect for early holiday shopping. The event features a diverse selection of goods from local farmers, growers, artisans, and crafters.