Winter Wonderland Movie Night
Grab the whole family, including the kids, and settle in for a cozy, magical and unforgettable night under the stars. Start the evening with delicious hot cocoa and popcorn and get ready for a Christmas movie double-feature of Polar Express and Candy Cane Lane. Stay warm by the heat towers, make plenty of s’mores and take in the cozy and joyful atmosphere.
Dec. 16. Movies start at 5:30 p.m. Medical District Greenway. 105 Doughty St. Downtown. charleston-sc.gov
Holiday Market
Don’t miss your last chance to drop by Charleston’s annual holiday market in Marion Square this weekend with local goodies, all from local farmers, growers, artisans and crafters. Browse a wide assortment of art, crafts and holiday gift items. Don’t worry — it’s never too late to get your Christmas shopping done.
Dec. 15 and Dec. 16. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Market prices vary. Marion Square. 329 Meeting St. Downtown. charlestonarts.org
The Sound of Charleston
Charleston’s history is perhaps best told through its music. Guests will hear and learn during a 75-minute live music concert including everything from the strains of “Summertime, and the living is easy,” from George Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess, to gospel spirituals, jazz, light classics and music of the Civil War at historic Circular Congregational Church in downtown Charleston. See a full schedule for concert dates and buy tickets online.
Concert dates vary. Ticket prices vary. Circular Congregational Church. 150 Meeting St. Downtown. soundofcharleston.com
Firefly Distillery oyster roast
Partnering with Lowcountry Oyster Co. for the third year in a row, Firefly’s annual all-you-can-eat oyster roasts kicked off in November and run monthly through March. In addition to oysters by chef Graham Calabria, also returning for the third year in a row, attendees can purchase different cuisines from various food trucks, enjoy music from Charleston’s most popular DJs, sip on specialty Firefly cocktails and more.
Dec. 17. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $35. Firefly Distillery. 4201 Spruill Ave. North Charleston.
fireflydistillery.com
7th Annual James Island Holiday Parade
Celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah and all other winter holidays with a half-hour parade around the Oakcrest loop on James Island. Line the streets with your neighbors to watch the parade, or join in yourself with no registration needed. Bring your bikes, golf carts, floats, skates, etc., and dress up in holiday garb to have a good time of holiday fun. Find the event on Facebook for more information.
Dec. 17. Parade starts at 4:30 p.m. Free. Oakcrest Drive. James Island.
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