It’s timeeeeeeeee.
There’s a lot happening in Charleston on an average day, but during the holidays we double down. From tree lightings to menorah lightings, we’ve got you covered — here’s a list of some festive events happening around town.
Tree Lightings
- Light the Lake | Friday, Dec. 1 | 5:45 p.m. | Colonial Lake
- Christmas in Creek | Friday, Dec. 1 | 5:30 p.m. | Goose Creek Municipal Center
- Hanahan Christmas Tree Lighting | Friday, Dec. 1 | 6 p.m. | Hanahan Amphitheater
- North Charleston Christmas Tree Lighting | Friday, Dec. 1 | 6 p.m. | Park Circle Community Building grounds
- Moncks Corner Tree Lighting | Friday, Dec. 1 | 6 p.m. | Moncks Corner Regional Recreation Complex
- Charleston Tree Lighting | Sunday, Dec. 3 | 5 p.m. | Marion Square
- Nexton Tree Lighting | Sunday, Dec. 3 | 5 p.m. | Midtown Club Lawn
Chanukah
- Folly Beach Menorah Lighting | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 5 p.m. | Folly River Park
- Chanukah in the Square | Sunday, Dec. 10 | 4 p.m. | Marion Square
Oh, what fun it is to explore holiday events around town.
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Parades
- North Charleston Christmas Festival and Parade | Saturday, Dec. 2 | 4 p.m. | Park Circle Community Building grounds
- Moncks Corner Christmas Parade | Saturday, Dec. 2 | 6 p.m. | Main Street
- City of Charleston Holiday Parade | Sunday, Dec. 3 | 3 p.m. | Broad Street
- Christmas in the Creek Holiday Parade | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 9:30 a.m. | Saint James Avenue
- Folly Beach Parade | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 12 p.m. | Center Street
- Holiday Golf Cart Parade | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 5 p.m. | Brighton Park Boulevard
- Holiday Parade of Boats | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 6 p.m. | Charleston Harbor
- Summerville Christmas Parade | Sunday, Dec. 10 | 2 p.m. | Main Street
- Mount Pleasant’s 28th Annual Christmas Light Parade | Sunday, Dec. 10 | 5:30 p.m. | West Coleman Boulevard
Ready to glide? Skate the stadium on Daniel Island.
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Lights + Festive Scenes
- IOP Holiday Street Festival | Saturday, Dec. 2 | 2 p.m. | Front Beach
- Lights & Love | Sunday, Dec. 3 | 4 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Towne Center
- Holiday Magic on King Street | Thursday, Dec. 7 | 6 p.m. | King Street between John and Mary
- Holiday Party with Santa | Tuesday, Dec. 12 | 4 p.m. | Alhambra Hall
- Holiday Festival of Lights | Until Sunday, Dec. 31 | 5:30 p.m. | James Island County Park
- Aquarium Aglow | Until Saturday, Dec. 30 | 5:30 p.m. | South Carolina Aquarium
- Let it Snow + Seasonal Experience | Dates + times vary | The Charleston Place
- Sake The Stadium | Until Saturday, Dec. 30 | Times vary | Credit One Stadium
Holiday Runs
- Ugly Sweater 5K Dash | Saturday, Dec. 2 | 8:45 a.m. | Summerville
- Reindeer Run | Saturday, Dec. 9 | 8:00 a.m. | Charleston
Don’t forget to check out the fun and festive holiday pop-ups around town.
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