November 2025: Things to Do in SC

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Our November 2025 festivals and events calendar includes tons of fun things to do in South Carolina. We list non-commercial events free of charge. Events must be of statewide interest — i.e., things people would be willing to travel for. Add your event here!

DATE EVENT CITY TYPE
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Nov
1 - 2
Hilton Head Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival
Vintage automobile shows and races - benefits Driving Young America
Hilton Head
Festival
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Nov
1 - 2
Everything Outdoor Fest
2-day event showcasing outdoor activities including fishing, cycling, off-roading, camping and hiking
Greenville
Simpsonville
Festival
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Nov
6 - 9
Carolina Beach Music Awards
4-day event with lots of concerts and other events at various locations - awards ceremony on Sunday
Myrtle Beach
Arts
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Nov
6 - 9
Nuovo Cinema Italiano Film Festival
4-day event showcases the most artistically significant films of contemporary Italian cinema
Charleston
Arts
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Nov
7 - 8
Hilton Head Oyster Festival
2-day event includes lots of oysters plus other foods, entertainment, kids' activities, local artisan - benefits Hilton Head Recreation's scholarship fund
Hilton Head
Festival
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Nov
7 - 9
SC Underground Film Festival
Celebrates all genres of independent film with films from all over the globe being featured
Columbia
Arts
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Nov
7 - 16
Charleston Literary Festival
10-day event with novelists, historians, biographers, scientists, artists, human and civil rights activists and commentators on issues of universal importance
Charleston
Arts
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Nov
11
Veterans Day
State and federal holiday - Thank you for our freedom!
Statewide
Holiday
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Nov
13 - 16
Dickens Christmas Show & Festival
A national award-winning event - set up as a Victorian Holiday Marketplace where you'll find something for everyone on your holiday shopping list!
Myrtle Beach
Holiday
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Nov
21 - 30
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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Nov
24 - 30
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 Thanksgiving Day
Myrtle Beach
N Mytle Beach
Holiday
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Nov
27
Thanksgiving Day
State and federal holiday
Statewide
Holiday
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Nov
27
Electric City Gobbler 5K
3.1 mile run/walk or 1 mile fun run - costumes encouraged, strollers welcome - benefits First Flight Alliance + United Way's Operation Active Kids Program
Anderson
Sports
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Nov
28
Day after Thanksgiving
State holiday - also known as 'Black Friday' - shop locally
Statewide
Holiday
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Nov
28
Shandon Turkey Trot and Burn 5K
Run or walk with participants encouraged to dress in their best and most creative Thanksgiving turkey burn attire - benefits the Shandon Neighborhood Council
Columbia
Sports
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Nov
29
Palmetto Peach Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
Half marathon and 10K courses are in both SC and GA, post-race activities + virtual option - charitable partners are Friends of the Greeneway, N Augusta Forward
Aiken
North Augusta
Sports
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Dates TBD
A Christmas Carol
Charleston Stage's original adaptation of Charles Dickens' holiday classic - recommended for ages 6 and up
Charleston
Arts
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Dates TBD
AfroSouth Film Festival
3-day event includes film competition, workshops, master classes, movie screenings
Charleston
Arts
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Dates TBD
American Revolution Symposium
Speakers, programs and exhibits on the American Revolution in SC - hosted by SC Archives and History Foundation
Columbia
Historical
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Dates TBD
Anderson Christmas Lights
Over a million multi-colored light display - benefits local charities
Anderson
Holiday
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Dates TBD
Bohicket Half Marathon and 5K
Half marathon or 5K run with after-party + virtual options - benefits the Kiawah-Seabrook Exchange Club and the Charleston Animal Society
Charleston
Seabrook Island
Sports
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Dates TBD
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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Dates TBD
Celebrate The Season Holiday Driving Tour
Enjoy the animated light displays that wind through the Old Santee Canal Park and Santee Cooper's headquarters - benefits local charities
Moncks Corner
Holiday
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Dates TBD
Charleston Scottish Games
Heavy athletic, pipe band, and highland dancing competitions plus Scottish country dancing, border collie demonstrations
Charleston
North Charleston
Festival
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Dates TBD
Charleston Vegan Festival
Vegan event featuring local vendors from Charleston and surrounding area with food trucks, bakers, local artisans and more
Charleston
Mount Pleasant
Festival
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Dates TBD
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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Dates TBD
Chitlin' Strut
Parade, Chitlin' Queens, carnival rides, hawg-calling contest, strut contest, live entertainment
Aiken
Salley
Festival
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Dates TBD
Christmas Arts & Crafts Market
Over 170 crafters and vendors with unique items - hosted by the Midlands Crafters Association
Columbia
West Columbia
Misc
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Dates TBD
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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Dates TBD
Christmas in the Backcountry
Learn how colonists observed Christmas in the backcountry at The Living History Park and create decorations for the birds to eat throughout the winter
Aiken
North Augusta
Historical
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Dates TBD
Coastal Carolina Fair
Live entertainment, over 60 amusement rides, exhibits, competitions
Charleston
Ladson
Fair
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Dates TBD
Dare2Care
Dinner, music, special guests - evening attire - benefits Leeza's Care Connection
Columbia
Gala
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Dates TBD
Eastern Carolina Agricultural Fair
Rides, food, games, exhibits, contests, live entertainment
Florence
Fair
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Dates TBD
Edisto Music Festival
Live bands and local performers from various music genres, dancing, food trucks, vendors
Charleston
Edisto Island
Festival
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Dates TBD
Eutaw Village Festival
Amusement rides, parade, car show, food trucks, craft vendors, live music
Orangeburg
Eutawville
Festival
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Dates TBD
Fall Back Fest
Live music, local artists will be painting temporary murals on the streets, artisan market, food and drink vendors - hosted by the City of West Columbia
Columbia
West Columbia
Festival
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Dates TBD
Fall Festival
Live music, vendor market, locally-curated silent auction, and lots of activities and games - benefits Second Chance Bikes
Charleston
North Charleston
Festival
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Dates TBD
Festival of Trees
Decorated trees and other holiday items are up for bid at silent auction, live music - black-tie/formal attire invited - benefits Prisma Health Children's Hospital
Columbia
Gala
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Dates TBD
Fireflies Holiday Lights
Over one million LED lights, featuring 10 themed areas plus kids crafts and activities, holiday-themed food and drinks - closed November 18-21 and Thanksgiving
Columbia
Holiday
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Dates TBD
Gala: A Special Night for Special Olympics
Live music, dancing, open bar, heavy hors d'oeuvres, auctions, raffle, and more honoring the athletes of and benefiting Special Olympics SC
Charleston
Gala
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Dates TBD
Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show
More than 20 dealers and displays with jewelry, beads, loose stones, fossils, minerals, gold, silver, tools, geodes sold and cut
Columbia
Expo
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Dates TBD
Gratefull GVL
Community family meal, free and open to the public, community building opportunity to share a conversation and a meal
Greenville
Misc
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Dates TBD
Greenville FunFest
Live music, kid's fun zone, entertainment, vendors, food trucks, and lots of vegan food
Greenville
Festival
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Dates TBD
Greenville Open Studios
Opens the studios of local visual artists to the public in the Greater Greenville area
Greenville
Various Locations
Arts
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Dates TBD
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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Dates TBD
Harvest Fest
Bluegrass music, festival foods, craft market, games, hayrides, pumpkin decorating
Charleston
Johns Island
Festival
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Dates TBD
Hearts and Hands Gala
Cocktails, cigar lounge, entertainment - semi-formal/cocktail attire - benefits the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Carolinas
Greenville
Gala
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Dates TBD
Heritage Days Celebration at Penn Center
3-day event includes a parade, art, crafts, food, live entertainment
Beaufort
St Helena Island
Festival
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Dates TBD
Hilton Head Island Lantern Parade
Parade beings at sunset, pre and post parade activities including lantern making, food trucks, live music - all with lantern are welcome to participate in parade
Hilton Head
Misc
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Dates TBD
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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Dates TBD
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 Nov 28-29
Columbia
Holiday
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Dates TBD
Holiday Ice Rink
Take a spin around this open-air rink across from Fountain Park - closed on Mondays & Thanksgiving Day
Rock Hill
Sports
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Dates TBD
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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Dates TBD
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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Dates TBD
Holy Smokes BBQ Fest
Enjoy a range of barbecue styles from 50+ pitmasters and chefs + live music - benefits Hogs for the Cause and Ronald McDonald House Charities
Charleston
North Charleston
Culinary
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Dates TBD
Ice On Main
Enjoy the season at this open-air ice skating rink on Village Green, adjacent to City Hall
Greenville
Sports
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Dates TBD
Intracoastal Christmas Regatta
Boat parade starts in Little River Inlet and travels to North Myrtle Beach, spectators are encourage to donate unwrapped toys
Myrtle Beach
Little River
Holiday
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Dates TBD
Jingle Bell Bazaar
Featuring handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts for the holidays made by local artisans - hosted by the Arts Council of Chester County
Chester
Richburg
Arts
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Dates TBD
LOWVELO Bike Ride
Choice of 10, 20, 23, 50, or 80 mile cycling routes, plus virtual option - benefits MUSC Hollings Cancer Center
Charleston
Sports
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Dates TBD
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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Dates TBD
Lights 4 Paws Sip and Stroll
See Lights 4 Paws a week prior to opening while enjoying wine, local beer, and appetizers - 21+ only - benefits the Florence Area Humane Society
Florence
Holiday
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Dates TBD
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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Dates TBD
Lowcountry Nosh
Jewish food and heritage festival with live entertainment, activities for children, tours of KKBE's historic property - hosted by Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim
Charleston
Festival
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Dates TBD
Mythical & Medieval Fest
Renaissance themed festival with a fairy forest, medieval combat, princesses, artisan's village, fire show and live music - benefits Caleb's Dragonfly Dreams
Myrtle Beach
Festival
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Dates TBD
Mythical & Medieval Fest
Renaissance themed festival with a fairy forest, medieval combat, princesses, artisan's village, fire show and live music - benefits Caleb's Dragonfly Dreams
Myrtle Beach
Festival
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Dates TBD
Pat Conroy Literary Festival
2-day event with discussions by international authors and journalists - hosted by and benefits the Pat Conroy Literary Center
Beaufort
Festival
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Dates TBD
Pawleys Island Turtle Strut
5K and 8K run/walk will take place on an extremely flat course + virtual option - hosted by Town of Pawleys Island
Georgetown
Pawleys Island
Sports
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Dates TBD
Paws in the Park
Activity zones, craft beer, chili cook-off, oyster roast, live music and more - benefits the Charleston Animal Society
Charleston
Festival
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Dates TBD
Pelion Peanut Party
2-day event with lots of peanuts, live music, crafts, parade, car show, festival food, amusement rides
Columbia
Pelion
Festival
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Dates TBD
Pig On The Ridge
2-day event with BBQ cook-off, children's activities, street party, car show
Winnsboro
Ridgeway
Culinary
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Dates TBD
Rock Out Hunger
Concert benefiting Loaves and Fishes' efforts to rescue fresh, healthy surplus food all year long and distribute it to over local 110 agencies
Greenville
Concert
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Dates TBD
Rockabillaque
Live music, classic car and vintage bike show, block-party plus pin-up, tattoo, beard & mustache contests - benefits Valiant Animal Rescue
Charleston
North Charleston
Festival
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Dates TBD
Run Hard Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Courses USATF certified - plus virtual option - benefits the Run Hard nonprofit organization
Columbia
Lexington
Sports
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Dates TBD
Running of the Turkeys
Run, walk or stroller jog the 5K - costumes are welcomed and encouraged - benefits People Attempting to Help
Rock Hill
York
Sports
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Dates TBD
SC Pecan Music and Food Festival
"Run and Bike Like A Nut" races, kids' fun zone, vendors, arts and crafts, classic car show, amusement rides
Florence
Festival
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Dates TBD
Skate the Stadium
Ice skate at the stadium which is transformed with festive decorations, twinkling lights, cozy firepits, and a custom-built synthetic rink
Charleston
Daniel Island
Sports
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Dates TBD
Sporting Clays Tournament
Participants will rotate through challenging sporting clay stations - benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities
Camden
Sports
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Dates TBD
Steeplechase of Charleston
Horse racing plus tailgating, merchant market, live entertainment stage, food trucks - a National Steeplechase Association sanctioned race meet
Charleston
Hollywood
Sports
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Dates TBD
Summerton Duckfest
Duck calling contest, dog demonstrations, car show, cook-off, corn hole tournament - hosted by the Summerton Revitalization Commission
Manning
Summerton
Festival
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Dates TBD
Surfside Rotary Turkey Trot 5K/10K
Run or walk plus kids dash and virtual option, come dressed in festive attire - benefits Surfside Area Rotary Club and charities they support
Myrtle Beach
Surfside Beach
Sports
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Dates TBD
Symphony Tour of Island Homes
Self-guided tours of five residences, with expert docents on-site, refreshment area - benefits the Charleston Symphony and CSOL Music Scholarship Program
Charleston
Kiawah Island
Misc
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Dates TBD
Terror Trail at 2nd Mill Pond
Halloween haunted trail benefiting local Boy Scouts and Elk Lodge charities
Sumter
Holiday
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Dates TBD
The Fall Tours
Enjoy a glimpse into Charleston's architecture, gardens, neighborhoods, and heritage with a variety of tours - proceeds benefit the Preservation Society of Charleston
Charleston
Historical
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Dates TBD
Tinsel Trot Holiday Fun Run
Evening run or walk through the two-mile course for a sneak peek of the Celebrate The Season Holiday Driving Tour, costumes are encouraged
Moncks Corner
Sports
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Dates TBD
TreesUpstate Turkey Day Run
Choose from 8K run or 5K fun run or walk + costume contest - benefits TreesUpstate
Greenville
Sports
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Dates TBD
Trident United Way's Days of Caring
Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties - pitch-in and help with a project
Charleston
Misc
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Dates TBD
Turkey Day 8K
A community run/walk on Thanksgiving morning in downtown Spartanburg - benefits local nonprofit PAL (Play, Advocate, Live Well0
Spartanburg
Sports
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Dates TBD
Turkey Day Run
5K, post-race party with food, beverages and live music, children's fun run and activities - hosted by the Knights of Columbus in support of local charities
Charleston
Sports
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Dates TBD
Turkey Day Run
5K run/walk, 1K family fun run/walk plus virtual 5K option - benefits the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Midlands
Columbia
Sports
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Dates TBD
Turkey Trot and Roll Fun Fest
Run, walk, or roll a 5K or family fun walk, plus festival with family activities, games, food trucks - benefits Shriners Children's Greenville
Greenville
Travelers Rest
Festival
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Dates TBD
Vista Lights
Family celebration of food and arts, tree lighting, stage performances
Columbia
Holiday
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Dates TBD
Wild Lights
Stroll through Riverbanks Zoo and discover nearly 60 larger-than-life handcrafted lanterns - advanced registration required
Columbia
Holiday
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Dates TBD
YALLFest: Charleston Young Adult Book Festival
Dozens of the country's top young adult authors host presentations and signings at various locations
Charleston
Educational



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