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Holiday Festival Of Lights

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Event

Holiday Festival Of Lights

Historic Charleston & Resort Islands

Historic Charleston & Resort Islands

More than two million enchanting lights adorn James Island County Park. Come experience the three-mile driving tour and see a wide array of dazzling designs for the holidays. But it's more than just a driving tour. The Holiday Festival of Lights invites you to park your cars and explore these fun, family-friendly activities: the magnificent sculpture made from over 50 tons of sand, an up-close look at the lights on the holiday train, mouth-watering treats from Santa's Sweet Shoppe, handmade gingerbread houses, giant greeting cards created by local students, and a Victorian carousel. Get creative and create your own light display at the Lakeside Lights activity center or take a leisurely stroll through the Enchanted Forest. With all the Holiday Festival of Lights has to offer, you'll certainly get into the holiday spirit.

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Coastal & Islands

Charleston

Coastal & Islands

871 Riverland DR,
Charleston, SC 29412 (843) 795-4386

Info & Amenities

Location

From North Charleston, Goose Creek, Summerville, etc. I-26 East to end. Bear right onto Highway 17 South over the Ashley River. Bear left on to Highway 171 (Folly Road) towards Folly Beach. Follow 171 over the Wappoo Cut Bridge. At the foot of the bridge

Admission Fee

Yes

Event Hours

F and Sa 5:30-11pm; Su-Th 5:30pm-10pm

Year Event Started

1989