North Charleston Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in North Charleston and surrounding areas
North Charleston welcomes the festive season with Holiday lights and festive events across the Visitor Center and North Charleston Coliseum area, showcasing family entertainment and community parades. Catch NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet or Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical and enjoy A Motown Christmas while neighborhoods glow with lights and seasonal activities. From Santa experiences to winter entertainment and holiday festivals, North Charleston offers a wide range of things to do for families and music lovers during the season.
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Christmas Shows
9 eventsInternational cast and local children performing together
Christmas Markets
7 eventsFree Christmas festival with parade, Santa, and pet costume contest.
Other Christmas Activities
7 eventsHistoric gospel music series in a landmark church
Editor's Picks (6)
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NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
International cast and local children performing together
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Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
Iconic Dr. Seuss holiday musical with beloved songs.
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Charleston Holiday Festival of Lights
(Charleston)
Millions of dazzling holiday lights and animated displays
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A Motown Christmas
Iconic Motown hits with a Christmas twist
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Oh Happy Day Gospel Series
(Charleston)
Historic gospel music series in a landmark church
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The Sound of Charleston Holiday Concerts
(Charleston)
Live music celebrating Charleston's history in a historic church
This Week / Coming Up (2)
Christmas Lights Near North Charleston
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in North Charleston.
South Carolina Aquarium Aglow
Holiday lights and Scuba Claus at the aquarium
Christmas in the Creek Tree Lighting
City's Christmas tree lighting ceremony
Charleston Holiday Festival of Lights
Millions of dazzling holiday lights and animated displays
Christmas Parties Near North Charleston
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in North Charleston.
SpiritLine Cruises New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise
Elegant New Year's Eve dinner cruise with skyline views
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North Charleston Christmas FAQ
Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.
Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.
Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.