Christmas in Charleston

The winter holidays are a magical time to be in Charleston. For our families visiting the Lowcountry this holiday season, we've put together a list of everything you need to know from where to eat, to where to shop, and what festive events are happening around town! If you have any questions about local restaurants, events, or other things to do during your stay feel free to contact our friendly concierge at 843-886-8144.

• Isle of Palms Holiday Street Festival | Dec. 2nd | 2-7 PM | Front Ave, IOP
• Holiday Market at Wild Dunes Resort | Dec. 7th | Grand Pavilion, Wild Dunes

• Santa & Friends Market | Dec. 2nd | 11-3 PM | Celadon, Mt. Pleasant
  
• 24th Annual Holiday Market & Craft Show | Dec. 9th | 11-4 PM | Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market Pavilion, 645 Coleman Blvd.
• Dunes West Holiday Market | Dec. 14th | Dunes West Activity Center, Mount Pleasant
• Old Village Holiday Street Fest | Dec. 4th | 2-8 PM | Old Village, Mount Pleasant
• Coastal Crust Market | 2nd week in December | Vintage Coffee/Coastal Crust, Mount Pleasant

• Charleston Holiday Market | Every Saturday & Sunday in December | 9-3 PM | Marion Square, Downtown
  
• Thrifters & Drifters | Dec. 3rd | The Royal American | 11-4 PM
• Holiday Magic on King Street | Dec. 7th | 6-8 PM | King Street
• Mingle with the Makers & Friends Holiday Market | Dec. 3rd | 2-5 PM | Local Works & Beve Beni Brewing Company
• Holy City Vintage Holiday Market | Dec. 17th | 11-4 PM | The Royal American
• December Latina Bazaar Market | Dec. 17th | 12-5 PM | New Realm Brewing Co. 

• Sea Island Holiday Night Market | Dec. 2nd | 4:30-8 PM | Charleston Collegiate, Johns Island
  
• Kiawah River Holiday Market & Tour of Homes | Nov. 24th | 11-3 PM | Kiawah River development, Johns Island
• Coastal Crust Holiday Market | 2nd week in December | Coastal Crust, James Island
• First Friday Christmas Market | Dec. 1st | 6-9 PM | James Island Town Hall
• Sunday Brunch Funtastic Holiday Market | Dec. 3rd | 11-3 PM | Charleston Pour House, James Island
• Pour House Holiday Night Market | Dec 9th | 5-9 PM | Charleston Pour House, James Island
• Homegrown Holiday | Mullet Hall, Johns Island | Dec. 9th

• Made Local Market | Dec. 2-3rd | Oak Terrace Park Neighborhood, North Charleston
  
• We Are Family, Charleston Holiday Market | Dec. 9th | 11-4 PM | Closet Case Thrift Store (North Charleston)
• Holy City Holiday Market | December 16th | 12-5 PM | All over North Charleston
• Picker's Hullabaloo Winter Market | Dec. 2nd | 10-4 PM | Firefly Distillery
• Holiday Sip & Shop | Multiple Dates from 6-9 PM | The Station Park Circle, North Charleston

• Edisto Holiday Market & Mingle | Dec. 8th| 11-4 PM | Bay Creek Park, Edisto
  
• Middleton Holiday Market | Nov. 24-25th | 10-3 PM |  Middleton Place, West Ashley
• Summerville Holiday Market | 218 Main St., Summerville | Dec. 2nd | 8-1 PM
• Christmas Made in the South | December 2-4th | Fri. 10-6 PM, Sat. 10-6 PM, Sun. 11-5 PM | The Exchange Park/Fairgrounds, Ladson
• German CHRISTmas Market | Dec. 2-3rd & 9-10th | 4461 N Hwy 17, Awendaw
• Winter Market at The Schoolhouse | Dec. 20th | 720 Magnolia Road, West Ashley
• Three Oaks Farm Christmas Market | Dec. 9th | 134 Horst Trail Rd, St. George
• Hanahan Christmas Tree Lighting | Dec. 1st | Hanahan Amphitheater
• Summerville Christmas Parade Market | Hutchinson Square, Summerville | Dec. 10th | 12-5 PM 
• Cypress Gardens Santa in the Swamp | Cypress Gardens | December | 10-2 PM
• Holiday Shop Small Spectacular | Dec. 15 - 17th | 10-6 PM | Citadel Mall

Charleston's most popular holiday features millions of vibrant dazzling lights throughout the park. There will also be other family activities, shopping, and dining.

• November 10 - December 31, 2023
  
• 5:30-10:00 p.m.
• James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Drive

Join Adventure Sightseeing on a magnificent journey through over 700 light displays around Charleston from the comfort of a guided bus tour. Please buy tickets ahead of time.

• 11/11/2019 - 12/31/2023
  
• Charleston Visitor's Center, 375 Meeting Street

Experience the beloved Charleston tradition as a display of festive boats sail through the Charleston Harbor.

Best places to view: Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina, Mt. Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park Pier, SC Aquarium area, Liberty Square, Charleston Maritime Center, Riley Waterfront Park, and The Battery area as far as Tradd St. 

• 12/9/2023
  
• 5:30 pm

Travel through Charleston's history by listening to music from gospel, jazz classics, and holiday favorites performed by some of Charleston's most talented musicians.

• Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22
  
• 7:00 PM
• Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting Street

A brand new production of Dickens's classic featuring colorful new sets and costumes and an inventive new holiday score. Filled with the carols of the season, Ebenezer Scrooge discovers the magic of Christmas.

• 11/29 - 12/22, 2023
  
• Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street

• (843) 722-8881

• 39 John St, Charleston, SC 29403

• (843) 937-8666
  
• 32B N Market St, Charleston, SC 29401

• (843) 723-7591
  
• 82 Queen St, Charleston, SC 29401

• (843) 577-0551

• 12 Anson St, Charleston, SC 29401

• (843) 805-1054
  
• 115 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401

• (843) 789-4568
  
• 82 Wentworth St, Charleston, SC 29401

• (843) 722-9200
  
• 171 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401

• (843) 884-1177
  
• 1968 Riviera Dr, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

• (843) 577-7970
  
• 19 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC 29401

• (843) 405-5115
  
• 129 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401

• (843) 722-8100
  
• 186 Concord St, Charleston, SC 29401

• (843) 872-9065
  
• The Dewberry, 334 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29403

• (843) 321-9333
  
• 185 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401

• (843) 352-9510
  
• 100 Church St, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

• (843) 518-5115
  
• 79 Wentworth St, Charleston, SC 29401

• (843) 735-5800
  
• 412 King St, Charleston, SC 29403