Cooler weather is in the air and there isn't a better time to visit the Lowcountry than the holidays! From celebrating Thanksgiving to ringing in the New Year, the Charleston area is the perfect place to be with all of your favorite people. Have you made those vacation plans yet? Island Realty has various options for the best place to stay. Join in on the holiday fun and be a part of the local experience during your next visit!

Thanksgiving:

Turkey Day Run

Gather around with your friends and family before you feast on a delicious meal by starting your day off with the Turkey Day Run! On November 22 at 9 a.m. in downtown Charleston, enjoy walking or running the 5k. Get to Marion Square a little early and enjoy the pre-race expo that will include food, live music and giveaways! You can register online today.

Thanksgiving Lunch & Dinner

Don't want to cook? Don't let this holiday stress you out! Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at various restaurants in Mt. Pleasant and Charleston for turkey day! The Lowcountry's best restaurants are creating traditional and creative Thanksgiving meals.

Christmas:

Reindeer Run

Gear up in your favorite holiday clothes and get ready to race in the 28^th Annual Reindeer Run on Saturday, December 8. This downtown 5k will kick off the Christmas season in the most fun way! Starting on East Bay Street, enjoy walking or running with your family and friends around historic Charleston. Afterwards, top off the experience with complimentary beers and live music. It's a celebration you don't want to miss! 80% of ticket sales will go to the MUSC Children's Hospital and the other 20% will go to the Charitable Society of Charleston.

City of Charleston Holiday Parade

The Charleston City Fire Department is hosting the 2018 City of Charleston Holiday Parade again this year. Starting on Broad Street, the floats of the parade will travel North on King Street and end on Calhoun Street at Meeting Street.

New Year's Eve

Ring in the New Year in the Lowcountry! From the Yorktown Countdown on the USS Yorktown to the Snyder Grand Ball at the South Carolina Aquarium, you are bound to find the perfect celebration to be a part of to ring in the upcoming year!