SC Festivals, Events December SC Events
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The Great Christmas Light Show
Drive through light show with over 2 million lights along a 2 mile drive through the North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex - closed Christmas Day | Myrtle Beach N Myrtle Beach | Holiday |
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Nights of Lights
Walk-through Christmas attraction at Heritage Park with light show, carnival rides, skating rink, food vendors | Greenville Simpsonville | Holiday |
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Holiday Market
Shopping event at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds - Junior League event to raise funds for local projects | Columbia | Holiday |
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A Christmas Carol
Charleston Stage's original adaptation of Charles Dickens' holiday classic - recommended for ages 6 and up - no performance on December 2, 3, 5, 9, 16 | Charleston | Arts |
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An Erskine Celebration: Lessons & Carols
Featuring Christmas music and scripture readings, musicians include the Erskine Choraleers as well as local church choirs | Abbeville Due West | Holiday |
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Anderson Christmas Lights
Over a million multi-colored light display - benefits local charities | Anderson | Holiday |
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Brookgreen Gardens' Nights of a Thousand Candles
Over 2,700 hand-lit candles, sparking lights, food, live performances and music Learn more about Brookgreen Gardens | Georgetown Murrells Inlet | Holiday |
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Candlelight Tours
Tour two historic homes by candlelight, learn about traditions of the past as musicians play selections from the 19th century - hosted by Historic Columbia | Columbia | Holiday |
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Carolina Carillon Holiday Parade
Starts at Bull and Gervais - floats, bands, performances | Columbia | Holiday |
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Celebrate The Season Holiday Driving Tour
Animated light displays that wind through the Old Santee Canal Park and Santee Cooper's headquarters - benefits local charities - closed December 24 & 25 | Moncks Corner | Holiday |
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Children's Garden Christmas & Kids' Walk
Drive through animated light display at Edisto Memorial Gardens plus stroll through the Kid's Walk that features interactive light displays | Orangeburg | Holiday |
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Christmas Celebration
Kickoff the holiday season at Bob Jones University with live music, Holiday Market, light display | Greenville | Holiday |
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Christmas Light Boat Parade on Lake Murray
Decorated boat parade, Christmas carols, fireworks finale at the Lake Murray Dam Public Park | Columbia Lexington | Holiday |
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Christmas Park
Lighted displays in Mineral Spring Park | Anderson Williamston | Holiday |
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Christmas Tour of Homes
Self-paced tour of six locations decorated for the holiday - benefits Beta Sigma Phi's scholarship program | Aiken North Augusta | Holiday |
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Christmas in Newberry
Main Street is decorated with an array of lit figures, wreaths, bows and lighted Christmas trees | Newberry | Holiday |
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Cocoa Cup 5K
5K or 1 mile kids' fun run, holiday costume contest, pictures with Santa - benefits East Cooper Community Outreach and Lowcountry Food Bank | Charleston Summerville | Sports |
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DDSN Holiday Market
Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list while supporting talented individuals in our disabilities and special needs community | Columbia | Holiday |
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Dickens of a Christmas
Victorian holiday extravaganza with Christmas market, train rides, three stages with entertainment, carriage rides | Spartanburg | Holiday |
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Downtown Christmas Magic
Family event includes kids area with crafts and games, visit with Santa, hot cocoa and marshmallow roasting, ugly sweater competition | Florence | Misc |
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Downtown Music and Light Experience
Enjoy a holiday light and music spectacular on South Dargan Street at this walk-through event | Florence | Holiday |
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Fantasy of Lights
See Swan Lake-Iris Gardens illuminated with over a million lights, Floating Christmas Tree, Santa's Village, angels and characters of song and story | Sumter | Holiday |
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Fireflies Holiday Lights
Over one million LED lights, featuring 10 themed areas plus kids crafts and activities, holiday-themed food and drinks - not open Christmas Day | Columbia | Holiday |
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Harbour Town Lights
Holiday lights event plus live entertainment and activities - donations of canned food and unwrapped toys accepted for the Deep Well Project | Hilton Head | Holiday |
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Holiday Benefit Brunch
Enjoy a festive meal and learn more about the significant impact A Child's Haven makes in the community | Greenville | Culinary |
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Holiday Fair & Kringle Village
Vendor market, live entertainment, European bier garden, North Pole children’s area, visits with Santa and more - presented by the Rotary Club of Greenville | Greenville | Holiday |
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Holiday Festival of Lights
3-mile drive of twinkling lights plus Santa's Village, Winter Wonderland, holiday train, carousel, sand sculpture | Charleston James Island | Holiday |
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Holiday House Tours
Experience the holiday season with Historic Columbia on a guided holiday tour of the Robert Mills House and the Hampton-Preston Mansion - closed Dec 25-26 | Columbia | Holiday |
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Holiday Ice Rink
Take a spin around this open-air rink across from Fountain Park - closed on Mondays & Christmas Day | Rock Hill | Sports |
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Holiday Light Show
Walk or drive through a forest filled with dazzling trees and wonderful displays at Oconee State Park | Clemson Mountain View | Holiday |
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Holiday Lights on the River
Journey through 2 miles of colorful lights and animated light displays of all shapes and sizes at Saluda Shoals Park | Columbia Irmo | Holiday |
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Holiday at Peace
The Greenville Symphony orchestra, vocalists, and dancers weave a narrative celebrating the magic of the season | Greenville | Holiday |
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Hollywild Magic of Lights
Drive-thru the park decorated with more than 300,000 lights plus Enchanted Deer Forest | Spartanburg Wellford | Holiday |
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Ice On Main
Enjoy the season at this open-air ice skating rink on Village Green, adjacent to City Hall - closed Christmas Day | Greenville | Sports |
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Ice in the Park
Take a spin around the ice rink at Carolina Wren Park - closed December 24 + 25 | Anderson | Sports |
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Lights 4 Paws
Stroll through 1/4 mile with over 300,000 holiday lights and displays - leashed dogs are welcomed - benefits the Florence Area Humane Society | Florence | Holiday |
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Lisznyai Christmas House
Enjoy the display and dancing lights from the comfort of your car or from the walking paths | Columbia Spring Valley | Holiday |
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Midlands Clay Arts Society Holiday Sales
Featuring the original work of over 35 local artists showcasing a diverse range of ceramic creations | Columbia | Arts |
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Skate the Stadium
Ice skate at the stadium which is transformed with festive decorations, twinkling lights, cozy firepits, and a custom-built synthetic rink - closed Dec 7, 24-25 | Charleston Daniel Island | Sports |
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Wild Lights
Stroll through Riverbanks Zoo and discover nearly 60 larger-than-life handcrafted lanterns - advanced registration required - closed Dec 24-25 | Columbia | Holiday |
