Upcoming Events

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Check out our calendar of upcoming events in the Charleston area. If you would like to submit an event to be considered please click the following:

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Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Charleston Strolls Holiday Walking Tour
Enjoy the holiday spirit and seasonal decorations on the two-hour Charleston Strolls Holiday Walking Tour of the historic district.
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!
Terrapin Station Entertainment and TEG Life Like Touring, in association with Universal Destinations and Experiences, present Gabby's Dollhouse Live!
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Friday, December 19, 2025
Charleston’s Nutcracker
The Nutcracker returns with a dash of Lowcountry charm!
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Sunday, December 7, 2025
Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
Parade fun followed by a festive tree lighting with music and activities in the heart of the city.
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Sunday, November 30, 2025
Light the Lake
Kick off the season with live music, food, and the magical lighting of Colonial Lake.
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Friday, December 5, 2025
Christmas Candlelight Service
Join us for our beloved annual Candlelight Service, a Charleston Christmas Tradition.
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Friday, December 19, 2025
Holy City Holiday Market
Jingle on down to Old Park Circle for the Holy City Holiday Market this December for a multi-day shopping event.
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Friday, December 12, 2025
Charleston Christmas Special
Celebrating 30 years of holiday entertainment in Charleston.
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John J. Tecklenburg, Mayor of Charleston, SC

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Welcome to Lighten Up Charleston!

The health of each of our residents is essential to the quality of life of our city and region. As Augusten Burroughs once said, “When you have your health, you have everything. When you do not have your health, nothing else matters at all.”

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William Cogswell, Mayor