City of Charleston Holiday Parade | 3-5 p.m. | Downtown Charleston | Free | Enjoy this lively parade then head to Marion Square for the tree lighting.
Isle of Palms Holiday Street Festival | 2-7 p.m. | Front Beach | Free | Don’t miss arts + crafts, food vendors, children activities, and live entertainment.
Sunday, Dec. 8
2nd Sunday on King Street | 12-5 p.m. | King Street shops | Price of purchase | Stroll and shop while this bustling street is closed to traffic.
Annual Deck the Hall Oyster Roast | 2-5 p.m. | Drayton Hall | $85+ | Enjoy all-you-can-eat oysters, live music, a chili bar, local beverages for the 21+ crowd, bourbon tasting, and more. Save $10 with code: DeckTheHall10.*
Saturday, Dec. 14
25th Annual Holiday Market and Craft Show | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.| Mt Pleasant Farmers Market | Price of purchase | Explore holiday ornaments, glasswork, whimsical crafts, and art by local artisans.
33rd Annual Reindeer Run/Walk | 8 a.m. | 137 N. Market St. (beside The Charleston Place Hotel) | $40 | Dress up in your festive outfit for this family and pet-friendly race.
Mocha mousse. That’s Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year, which was selected through global research and analysis to reflect “our desire for comfort” and “the indulgence of simple pleasures.” See if you can spy any mocha mousse shades in these 12 murals around Charleston.
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Looking for a gift that provides an experience? Check out this South Carolina Adventure Bucket List deck that comes with 50 scratch-off cards with things to do all around the state — including the Holy City + surrounding areas like Beaufort, Caesars Head State Park, and Campobello.
Ranked
Charlestonians have more fun. We ranked No. 37 in WalletHub’s list of “Most Fun Cities in America” based on metrics like movie cost and the hours our breweries are open. Find more ways to play around town.
Eat
We all know that one of Charleston signature side dishes is fried green tomatoes. But did you know our neighbors over in Beaufort are known for Frogmore Stew? Explore more local dishes around the world with the Taste Atlas.
Tech
Want to turn four-hour tasks into 15-minute wins? Download your free ChatGPT mastery guide for 100 battle-tested prompts you can copy/paste ASAP — no coding required. Plus, the guide explores how to use AI ethically at work.*
Finance
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City Guide
City Guide
Staycation, all I ever wanted
Nearly every home for short-term rent in Charleston is eye candy. | Photo via Airbnb
Whether you’re looking to visit Charleston in style for the weekend or are a local in need of an unforgettable staycation, we’ve compiled a list featuring 15 extraordinary rentals in our city that are worthy of a trip.
Just a heads up: Prices may vary depending on dates selected, taxes, and booking and cleaning fees (sorry, Airbnb and Vrbo make the rules, we just follow them).
Outdoor oases
Serene Cottage Light and air are in abundance at this charming house.
~$385 a night
1 BD | 2 BA
Heated saltwater pool, courtyard, washer and dryer
Charleston Home with Rooftop Deck If you’re looking for time in the sun, this property’s rooftop deck has plenty of seating and surrounding greenery.
~$349 a night
1 BD | 2 BA
Fully stocked kitchen, washer and dryer, courtyard
This top-rated safety razor with five premium stainless-steel blades. Its double-sided design provides a closer, cleaner shave compared to disposable razors, resulting in less skin irritation.
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