It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The City of Charleston shines at Christmastime, both literally and figuratively. There’s plenty of things for families to enjoy together during the winter season.
Light the Night
– Nov. 21 – Jan. 1
– 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
– GoMart Ballpark
GoMart Ballpark transforms from a baseball stadium to a winter wonderland, with over 2.5 million lights, carnival rides, ice skating, and plenty of fun for the family. Buy tickets HERE.
Holly Jolly Brawley
– Nov. 28-29
– 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.
– City Center at Slack Plaza
A variety of trees decorated by local community groups line Brawley Walkway and Slack Plaza as a way to kick off the Christmas season. Vendors and local artists set up on Summers Street to help you get some Christmas shopping done.
Charleston Christmas Parade
– Dec. 11
– 7 p.m.
– Downtown Charleston
Charleston turns into Tinsel Town as the annual Christmas parade trots through the City.
Scarpelli & Kehde’s MARY: A Rock Opera
– Nov. 29-Dec. 7
– 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays
– Elk City Playhouse
The 29th annual production of this rock opera continues to be a family-friendly holiday tradition throughout the greater Charleston area. Buy tickets HERE.
The Charleston Ballet & WV Symphony present The Nutcracker
– Dec. 12-13
– 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
– Clay Center
The Charleston Ballet & WV Symphony present this enchanting holiday masterpiece. The full-length ballet features over 170 performers. Buy tickets HERE.
Joy to the World with Bob Thompson
– Dec. 11-12
– 8 p.m.
– West Virginia Culture Center Theater
For over thirty years, Joy to the World has been delighting audiences with new and classic holiday favorites. Led by Mountain Stage pianist Bob Thompson, you’ll hear your favorite Christmas songs with a jazzy twist. Buy tickets HERE.
Sounds of the Season
– Dec. 6
– 7:30 p.m.
– Clay Center
The WV Symphony Orchestra rings in the holiday season with music, fun, and magic. Buy tickets HERE.
Holiday Village
– Dec. 13-23
– Capitol Market
Capitol Market reimagines itself as a Christmas market from various countries over an 11 day window.
Family Gingerbread Workshop
– Dec. 13
– 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
– Clay Center
Families can enjoy hot chocolate with Santa as they build a delicious decoration together. Register HERE.
Keep an eye on all things happening in Charleston through our event calendar.
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