December 2024: Things to Do in SC

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FUN Things to Do in South Carolina

Our December 2024 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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Dec
1 - 31
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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Dec
1 - 31
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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Dec
1 - 25
Anderson Christmas Lights
Over a million multi-colored light display - benefits local charities
Anderson
Holiday
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Dec
1 - 31
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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Dec
1 - 31
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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Dec
1 - 31
Wild Lights
Stroll through Riverbanks Zoo and discover nearly 60 larger-than-life handcrafted lanterns - advanced registration required - closed Dec 24-25
Columbia
Holiday
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Dec
1 - 31
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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Dec
1 - 31
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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Dec
1 - 30
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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Dec
1 - 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 Christmas Day
Myrtle Beach
N Myrtle Beach
Holiday
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Dec
1 - 31
Christmas Park
Lighted displays in Mineral Spring Park
Anderson
Williamston
Holiday
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Dec
1 - 31
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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Dec
1 - 25
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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Dec
1 - 31
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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Dec
1 - 31
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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Dec
1 - 31
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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Dec
1
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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Dec
1 - 26
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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Dec
1 - 29
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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Dec
1 - 31
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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Dec
1 - 22
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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Dec
2 - 31
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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Dec
3
Dickens of a Christmas
Victorian holiday extravaganza with Christmas market, train rides, three stages with entertainment, carriage rides
Spartanburg
Holiday
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Dec
3
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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Dec
5 - 8
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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Dec
5 - 8
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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Dec
5 - 7
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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Dec
5
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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Dec
5 - 7
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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Dec
6
Christmas Celebration
Kickoff the holiday season at Bob Jones University with live music, Holiday Market, light display
Greenville
Holiday
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Dec
6
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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Dec
6 - 7
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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Dec
6
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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Dec
6
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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Dec
6 - 31
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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Dec
6 - 8
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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Dec
7
Holiday Street Festival
Live music, carnival rides, local arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, a visit from Santa Claus
Charleston
Isle of Palms
Holiday
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Dec
7
Greenville Poinsettia Christmas Parade
See this annual tradition on Main Street from Augusta St to North St
Greenville
Holiday
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Dec
7
St. Nicholas Festival
Visit with St. Nicholas, Eastern Euroropean and American food, children's activities, crafts, gifts, choral performances - benefits local charities
Columbia
West Columbia
Holiday
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Dec
7
Carolina Carillon Holiday Parade
Starts at Bull and Gervais - floats, bands, performances
Columbia
Holiday
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Dec
7
Greenwood Christmas Parade
Parade proceeds along Main Street
Greenwood
Holiday
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Dec
7
Santa Run & Rudolph Youth Run
5K run/walk, 1-mile adult run, youth fun run/walk, best dressed Santa Claus outfit contest - benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Columbia
Sports
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Dec
7
Snowball Festival Carnival
Small carnival rides, face painting, balloon artists, visit from Santa, movie, food vendors
Columbia
Lexington
Holiday
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Dec
7
Piedmont Holly Jolly Christmas Parade
The parade features marching bands, ROTC units, pageant winners, dance groups, antique cars and trucks, Santa, and more
Greenville
Piedmont
Holiday
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Dec
7
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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Dec
8
Shellabration
Local oysters, curated menus, wine, beer, live music, silent auction - 21+ event - benefits oyster restoration in SC
Charleston
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Dec
8
Prosperity Christmas Parade
Floats, bands, clowns and more travel down Main Street
Newberry
Prosperty
Holiday
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Dec
8
Homes for the Holidays Tour of Homes
Tour holiday decorated homes in the Shandon and Hollywood-Rose Hill neighborhoods - benefits the neighborhoods' four schools
Columbia
Holiday
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Dec
12 - 15
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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Dec
12 - 14
The Bash
A three-day, national elite high school basketball showcase with 10 teams
Columbia
Sports
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Dec
13 - 30
Holidays at the Zoo
Thousands of dazzling lights, festive decorations, and cheerful music while you journey through the Greenville Zoo - closed December 24 + 25
Greenville
Holiday
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Dec
14 - 15
Columbia Christmas Pageant
Christmas classics as well as a time of worship - presented by First Baptist Columbia
Columbia
Holiday
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Dec
14 - 15
Historic Yorkville Holiday Home Tour
Tour private historic homes and locations which have been restored and decorated for the holiday season - presented by Yorkville Historical Society
Rock Hill
York
Holiday
00000053
Dec
14
Reindeer Run + Walk
5K run/walk, pet-friendly, costume contest - benefits MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital
Charleston
Sports
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Dec
14
Candlelight Tour of Homes
Self-paced tour of some of Camden's most elegant homes and historical sites - Camden Junior Welfare League benefit for the children of Kershaw County
Camden
Holiday
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Dec
14
Mt Pleasant Holiday Market and Craft Show
Locally grown produce, homemade goodies and crafts, children's activities, live entertainment, visit with Santa
Charleston
Mount Pleasant
Holiday
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Dec
14 - 23
Christmas in Hopelands
Walk-through exhibit at Hopelands Gardens features over two miles of lighted pathways and holiday displays
Aiken
Holiday
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Dec
14
Holiday Parade of Lights
After the 5:30 PM sunset watch lighted parade entries proceed down 12th Street
Columbia
Cayce
Holiday
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Dec
15
Mount Pleasant Christmas Light Parade
Along West Coleman Blvd - more than 100 floats with fireworks before the parade
Charleston
Mount Pleasant
Holiday
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Dec
19 - 22
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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Dec
20 - 21
The Nutcracker
Enjoy the holiday classic performed by the Aiken Civic Ballet
Aiken
Holiday
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Dec
20 - 22
The Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville
Carolina Ballet Theatre presents this locally inspired ballet with Clara and her Nutcracker dancing their way pass landmarks in Greenville
Greenville
Holiday
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Dec
22
Jingle Jingle Bridge Run
5K + 10K runs, 5K health walk, award ceremony with refreshments, music, and door prizes following the races - holiday costumes encouraged
Hilton Head
Sports
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Dec
24
Christmas Eve
State government observed holiday - not a federal holiday
Statewide
Holiday
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Dec
25
Christmas Day
Merry Christmas! - state and federal holiday
Statewide
Holiday
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Dec
26
Day After Christmas
State government observed holiday - not a federal holiday - also known as Boxing Day
Statewide
Holiday
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Dec
27 - 29
Carolina Classic Basketball Championship
3-days of championship basketball with a boys and girls division, top teams from SC and along the East Coast - benefits Boys & Girls Clubs of the Pee Dee
Florence
Sports
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Dec
28
Cold Winter's Day 5K
5K run/walk walk and snowflake youth fun run - benefits the National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Columbia
Forest Acres
Sports
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Dec
29
Chanukah in the Square
Live music, food and refreshments, Chanukah novelties giveaways, giant Menorah lighting, children's entertainment
Charleston
Holiday
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Dec
31
Conway's New Year’s Eve
Ring in 2025 with a fireworks display at Downtown Conway's Riverfront District, bring blankets and chairs to enjoy this family friendly event
Myrtle Beach
Conway
Holiday
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Dec
31
New Year's Eve
Goodbye 2024; Hello 2025! - not a state or federal holiday
Statewide
Holiday
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Dec
31
New Year's Eve Flip-Flop Drop and Fireworks
Celebrate the new year with family-friendly festivities with fireworks over the beach and huge, sparkly flip-flops descending at midnight
Charleston
Folly Beach
Holiday
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Dec
31
The Block Party
Ring in the New Year on the 1600 block of Main Street with live music, dancing, cash bars and food vendors
Columbia
Holiday
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Dec
31
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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