NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
The beloved Nutcracker ballet is coming to North Charleston for one day only. Experience the extraordinary international cast and Ukrainian Principal Artists performing at the peak of classical European ballet. Be transported by the magic of jaw-dropping acrobatics, larger-than-life puppets and stunning hand-crafted sets and costumes.
Dec. 26. Show times vary. Ticket prices vary. North Charleston Performing Arts Center. 5001 Coliseum Drive. North Charleston. northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com
Holiday Sleigh Rides
This weekend is your last chance to hop on a 30-minute caroling sleigh ride through downtown Charleston. Jump on at Anson Street, and ride all the way to Santa’s personal stable to join him and his elves for hot cocoa and cookies. Book ahead, and be sure to bring your camera to get photos with the big guy himself. Rides include hot cocoa, cookies and, of course, Christmas carols. Carriages depart every 30 minutes, so be sure to get there early to ensure you don’t miss your scheduled departure.
Dec. 22 and Dec. 23. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. $35/person. Old South Carriage Co. 14 Anson St. Downtown. oldsouthcarriage.com
Christmas at Hotel Bennett
Gather with family and friends in the foyer of Hotel Bennett Sunday evening for classic carols and Christmas readings with Santa Claus on the night before Christmas Eve. Then the next morning, return for the hotel’s second-annual Breakfast with Santa, a buffet of sweet and savory breakfast favorites in the Crown Ballroom.
Dec. 23 and Dec. 24. Event times vary. Event prices vary. Hotel Bennett. 404 King St. Downtown. hotelbennett.com
Marvelous Maps workshop
Become a cartographer for the day and learn how to read different types of maps, examine maps made throughout the centuries and create your own map to take home. Perfect for families, Charleston Museum workshops offer kids a chance to get hands-on experience with history. Reserve your spots online.
Dec. 28. 10 a.m. to noon. $10/members; $15/nonmembers. The Charleston Museum.
360 Meeting St. Downtown. charlestonmuseum.org
Holiday Night Market
Join New Realm Brewing Co. on Daniel Island for a Home Alone movie night and holiday market. Grab your popcorn and get settled in for a night of laughs and holiday cheer. Bring your family and friends (and a couple chairs and blankets) and browse the market to shop for unique last-minute gifts and goodies. For a full list of holiday and other coming events, check out New Realm’s calendar online.
Dec. 23. 6 p.m. Free to attend. 880 Island Park Drive. Daniel Island. newrealmbrewing.com
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