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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Experience the holiday cheer in Wade Hampton! Our guide has everything you need for a festive season. From Wade Hampton insiders to outsiders looking in, this guide ensures you embrace the festive spirit.

One of the highlights of the season is the enchanting Christmas at Biltmore, where the estate dazzles with stunning displays of lights and festive decorations, creating a truly magical atmosphere. The Christmas at the Village features charming shops and local artisans, perfect for finding unique gifts. And don't forget the delightful Christmas at Biltmore, which offers special wine tastings and holiday-themed tours. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Wade Hampton Holiday Light Displays

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Step back in time to the first Christmas at Biltmore House with gently illuminated candles and the scent of fresh pine.

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Christmas at Biltmore features stunning decorations, including over 100 hand-decorated Christmas trees, thousands of ornaments, and 45,000 lights inside Biltmore House. The estate is also illuminated with 850,000 lights, creating a breathtaking holiday spectacle. Fragrant wreaths and glittering garlands add to the festive atmosphere, while live music and crackling fireplaces evoke a nostalgic feel reminiscent of the first Christmas at Biltmore House in 1895.

Where: Asheville | More Info: Christmas at Biltmore

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Gently illuminated candles and crackling fireplaces create a childlike wonder.

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Christmas at Biltmore features 67 elaborately decorated trees, 45,000 lights, and 282 candles within Biltmore House, along with 100+ decorated trees, 1.5 miles of garland, and 500 wreaths throughout the estate. The event includes live music and a 35-foot Fraser fir in the Banquet Hall.

Where: Asheville | More Info: Christmas at Biltmore

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Wade Hampton Holiday Markets and Shopping

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European-inspired holiday festival with over 375 vendors.

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The Greenville Convention Center transforms into a vibrant holiday destination featuring a massive vendor market, roving performers, a European Bier Garden, the North Pole children's play area, Santa's Workshop, the Enchanted Tea Party, Little Miss Kringle Pageant, Family Movie Night, snowball fights, main stage entertainment, and the Grand Carousel.

Where: Greenville | More Info: Christmas at the Village

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Largest selection of fall plants and decorations.

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The Fall Plant and Flower Festivals at the South Carolina State Farmers Market offer a vast selection of fall plants and decorations. Visitors can explore the market's largest collection of seasonal items, all with free admission and parking.

Where: Greenville | More Info: Fall on the Farm

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Wade Hampton Holiday Shows and Entertainment

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Laser light shows set to popular music and themes.

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Witness your favorite bands set to lasers in a mesmerizing display at the Roper Mountain Science Center's Planetarium. Enjoy Halloween-themed shows with family-friendly content and the latest Stranger Things series. The event features bright, flashing lights that create an immersive experience.

Where: Greenville | More Info: RMSC Halloween Laser Shows

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Immersive celestial shows in a 360° full dome.

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Join Roper Mountain Science Center for Friday Starry Nights, featuring immersive shows about the night sky, including "Upstate's Sky Tonight," "Perseus and Andromeda," and "Exploding Universe." Each showtime includes a 360° full immersion dome experience.

Where: Greenville | More Info: Friday Starry Nights, RMSC

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Live performance of iconic Encanto songs with a live band.

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Join Encanto lovers of all ages for a sing-along concert featuring the beloved Disney film. Sing along to GRAMMY-Award winning songs performed live by a band while watching the full film. Fans are encouraged to dress up as their favorite characters and use their voices to celebrate the Madrigal family.

Where: Greenville | More Info: Encanto Sing-Along Concert

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Wade Hampton Other Holiday Activities

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Trick-or-treating in a zoo setting with themed areas.

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Boo in the Zoo is a family-friendly Halloween event featuring trick-or-treating, fun specialty areas like Dragon Alley and Ghost Town, and a new themed area, Pumpkinville.

Where: Greenville | More Info: Boo in the Zoo

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Interactive science experiments and trick-or-treating in a unique museum setting.

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At Booseum: Trick or Treat, TCMU, guests can enjoy a fun-filled day with activities like mad scientist experiments, face painting, carnival games, and exploring the science of bubbles. The event features loads of treats and special discounts at the TCMU Store. All guests, including members, must pre-purchase tickets for guaranteed entry.

Where: Greenville | More Info: Booseum: Trick or Treat, TCMU

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Family-friendly event with local artisans, food, and live music.

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The Greer Arts & Eats Festival is a family-friendly event in downtown Greer and Greer City Park, featuring over 60 local artisan vendors, a food court with the best bites in the Upstate, live music, and free kids' activities.

Where: Greer | More Info: Greer Arts and Eats Festival

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Live weekend entertainment and over 35 family activities.

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Denver Downs Fall Festival offers a variety of fun-filled activities for all ages, including a corn maze, pumpkin patch, live weekend entertainment, and friendly farm animals. Enjoy crackly bonfires, delicious food from six concession areas, and special events like the Pumpkin Princess Pageant.

Where: Anderson | More Info: Denver Downs Fall Festival

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Educational event with free activities and environmental focus.

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Lake Robinson Day is an educational event focused on water quality and environmental protection. It features free activities for all ages, including a community blood drive, rain barrel workshop, and free inflatables. Attendees can learn about Greer's drinking water resources and participate in activities like free kayaking and wildlife demos.

Where: Greer | More Info: Lake Robinson Day

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Interactive trick-or-treat trail and costume contest.

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Join Haywood Mall for Boo Bash, featuring live performances, a meet-and-greet with the Sanderson Sisters, a costume contest, and a trick-or-treat trail throughout the mall.

Where: Greenville | More Info: Boo Bash at Haywood Mall

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