12.19.2023

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🎇 Celebrate the new year

Bring in the new year with one of these celebrations in Charleston

2025 — we’re ready for you. | Photo by Andrew Cebulka.

The countdown to 2024 is on and it’s not too early to secure your plans. If you want to be out on the town for New Year’s Eve + New Year’s Day, Charleston has lots of events and celebrations. Keep reading to explore some.

New Year’s Eve — Sunday, Dec. 31

The Wonderer Masquerade of Wonder | 9 p.m. | The Wonderer Charleston, 1705 Meeting Street Rd., Charleston | Prices vary

Immerse yourself in a night of enchantment and adventure under the stars with inclusive bars, light bites, three stages of live entertainment, aerialists + acrobatics, and more. The suggested attire is “dress to impress” with masks.

New Year’s Eve at the Alley | 9 p.m. | The Alley, 131 Columbus St., Charleston | $85

Enjoy a night of silent disco, music from DJ Phamtastik, free bowling + arcade games.

Studio 34 Disco Party | 9 p.m. | 34 West Theater Company, 200 Meeting St., Ste. 100, Charleston | $100

Take a step back into the 70’s and dazzle under the stage lights. This experience includes an open bar, local + curated bites and sweets, prizes and live music from DJ KIMI, and a special appearance from DYSCO KNGZ.

NYE Midnight in Paris | 10 p.m-1 a.m. | Félix Cocktails et Cuisine, 550 King St., Charleston | $125

This soiree includes bites, specialty cocktails, a champagne toast, and a midnight balloon drop. Parisian chic attire is encouraged.

Sparkle + Swine | 9 p.m. | Farm Haus Butcher and Beer Garden, 604 Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant | $0-$250

Groove into 2024 listening to local Charleston Band, Hans Wenzel + special guests. There will also be complimentary party favors + champagne and specialty curator appetizer spreads.

New Year’s Studio 71 Party | 8 p.m. | Islander 71, 80 41st Ave., Isle of Palms | $150

The evening will be filled with live music, an open bar, chef-curated food station, and a special “Studio 71” lounge. Reservations are encouraged but walk-ins are accepted.

More NYE + New Year's Day events

Events

Tuesday, Dec. 19

Cans for a Cause | Tuesday, Dec. 19-Friday, Dec. 22 | 10 a.m. | Snafu Brewing Company, 3280 Industry Dr., North Charleston | Price of purchase | Grab a stuffed can ornament from the tree in the taproom — All proceeds will be donated to the nonprofit, My Sister’s House.
The Movie Zone | Tuesday, Dec. 19 | 11:30 a.m. | Baxter-Patrick James Island Library, 1858 South Grimball Rd., Charleston | Free | Enjoy popcorn while watching “The Nightmare Before Christmas.”
Holiday Candle-Making Party | Tuesday, Dec. 19 | 6-8 p.m. | Bohemian Bull, 1531 Folly Rd., Charleston | $40 | Join this festive and cozy holiday candle-making party where you’ll learn to make candles from scratch.
Macrame Ornament-Making Class | Tuesday, Dec. 19 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Top of The Tap Greek Taverna, 10150 Dorchester Rd., #211, Summerville | $40 | This evening will be filled with holiday fun with friends and family while making some boho macrame ornaments.
Kickin’ Christmas Trivia | Tuesday, Dec. 19 | 7-10 p.m. | The Kickin Chicken , 9800 Dorchester Rd., Summerville | Free | Enjoy festive fun with Christmas trivia featuring $10 entrees.*

Wednesday, Dec. 20

Park + Groove Holiday Market | Wednesday, Dec. 20, Wednesday, Dec. 27 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Park + Grove, 730 Rutledge Ave., Charleston | Price of purchase | Browse holiday gifts from local vendors while enjoying live music.
Biergarten Christmas Movies Trivia | Wednesday, Dec. 20 | 7-10 p.m. | Bay Street Biergarten, 549 E. Bay St., Charleston | Get into the holiday spirit with holiday cinemas trivia.

Thursday, Dec. 21

Santa’s Oyster Roast | Thursday, Dec. 21 | 5-9 p.m. | Fatty’s Beer Works, 1436 Meeting St., Charleston | Price of purchase | Stop by for beer, ugly Christmas sweaters, and oysters from Santa and Sky High Hot Dogs.

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News Notes

Civic

Charleston’s Mayor-elect William Cogswell, who will begin his new role next month, announced five members to his senior staff. Meet the team. (WCIV)

Weather

After Sunday’s historic 9.86 ft. high tide + heavy rainfall, the city of Charleston asks residents to report any damages.

Opening

Local salad joint Verde will now be headquartered + have a retail spot in the Park Circle neighborhood at 4731 Mixson Ave. (formerly Abundant Seafood). Its downtown location will reopen at 433 King St., and a new location will open on CofC’s campus at 30 St. Philip St. After these openings, there will be eight total Verde locations. (Charleston City Paper)

Eat

First Watch, the daytime diner, opened another South Carolina location in North Charleston at 8803 Dorchester Rd. The menu serves up breakfast, brunch + lunch offerings, and is open daily from 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pro tip: Guests who dine at the new location this week will receive a free cup of Project Sunrise coffee with their meal (offer ends Friday, Dec. 22).

Award

For the second year, the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) named the Credit One Charleston Open the “WTA 500 Tournament of the Year.” The voting process looked at tournament staff and fans, among other criteria. Its next tournament is from Saturday, March 30 through Sunday, April 7. (WCBD)

Edu

Congrats to the grads — last weekend, more than 200 students received their degrees at the CofC winter commencement. President Andrew T. Hsu commemorated the group’s resilience in dealing with a pandemic during their collegiate career. (The College Today)

Pets

Do you want a pet for Christmas? You can get one through Charleston Animal Society + Hendrick Charleston’s “Home for the Holidays” adoption campaign. Now, through Saturday, Dec. 23, visit Charleston Animal Society to choose a dog or cat, and the team will deliver your new furry friend for the holidays. (Holy City Sinner)

Tech

Berkeley County residents — The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office released a new app to allow communication with deputies + provide resources. Download it for free. (WCSC)

Seasonal

Looking for a present for a friend who loves to shop local, or want to share a slice of your home with family far away? Here are five gift ideas from Lowes Foods that we would love to receive.*

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Holiday celebrations across six Carolina cities

Hit the road: Here are 6 Carolina cities with festive holiday celebrations

Celebrate Christmas in the Carolinas. | Photo by James Simpson Photography

We all know the feeling: You’re entertaining guests leading up to the holidays, or maybe it’s between Christmas and New Year’s and no one knows what day it is. The cabin fever is real + you’re looking for festive holiday activities to keep your family entertained.

We partnered up with our City Editor friends across the Carolinas — who are also experts in their cities — to bring you the ultimate guide to last-minute holiday day trips.

Greenville, SC

Named one of the “30 Most Magical Christmas Towns in the US” by Country Living, Greenville is a Hallmark movie come to life. With the lights lining Main Street, you can stroll the festively decorated storefronts and go ice skating in the heart of downtown.

If you’re looking to sip holiday cocktails, stop by Miracle at Southernside, the Apres Ski Lodge at The Press Room, Elf’d Up at Up on the Roof, or How the Grinch Stole Greenville at Group Therapy Pub & Playground (which also features indoor mini golf).

Explore more holiday festivities in 5 more cities

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From the editor

Are you looking for a holiday treat? Hugh-Baby’s at 1028 St. Andrews Blvd. is selling its holiday Peppermint Milkshake for $5.99. Grab yours while you can. It will be here for a limited time only (open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.).

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