Aquarium Aglow

Enjoy the South Carolina Aquarium after dark, transformed by dazzling displays of light and color. From the icy starlight of the mountains to the neon lights of the coast, let wildlife lead the way to celebration this holiday season. Make memories to last a lifetime as you wave to Scuba Claus in the Great Ocean Tank and capture frame-worthy moments at multiple photo ops.
Weekends in December. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ticket prices vary. South Carolina Aquarium. 100 Aquarium Wharf. Downtown. scaquarium.org

A Change of Season group exhibition

From the warmth of knit sweaters to the shimmer of seasonal hues in glass, A Change of Season invites visitors to explore how artists interpret transformation, renewal and the passage of time through their chosen media. The exhibition features new work from six cooperative members, each offering a unique perspective on the cyclical beauty of nature.
Daily through Nov. 30. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free to attend. Charleston Crafts Gallery. 140 D. East Bay St. Downtown. charlestoncraftsgallery.com

Sunday Brunch Farmers Market

Head to the Pour House on James Island for a 100% local market brimming with more than 40 local farmers and artisans, a deck bar, live music, good eats and all kinds of amazing area-made goods. Cap off your weekend by kicking back, enjoying the local tunes and stocking up on unique goodies. This farmers market is open year-round.
Sundays. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free to attend. The Pour House. 1977 Maybank Highway. James Island. sundaybrunchfarmersmarket.com

Wreathmaking workshop

Head to Magnolia Plantation and Gardens’ first-ever wreathmaking workshop and create a one-of-a-kind dried wreath in a hands-on class led by Hunter Crook, Magnolia’s color display manager. This is the perfect chance to add a personal, lasting touch to your seasonal decorations all while spending the evening immersed in Magnolia’s historic natural beauty.
Dec. 1. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. $100/person. Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. 3550 Ashley River Road. West Ashley. magnoliaplantation.com

8th annual Everyone Orchestra

Everyone Orchestra is a masterfully conducted, fully spontaneous explosion of live music created by a rotating cast of world renowned musicians and led by conductor Matt Butler. Each show is unique, as a carefully curated lineup of performers is guided through high energy, creative, danceable grooves and beautiful songs that you won’t believe are created on the fly.
Dec. 5. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. $30/in-advance; $35/day-of. Charleston Pour House.
1977 Maybank Highway. James Island. charlestonpourhouse.com

Arts + Music

Gaillard’s Spiegeltent to make merry in December

The mirrored marvel of a tent returns to the lawn of Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St on Dec. 4 with a new commission, Cabaret Royale by Underbelly, bringing on the burlesque throughout the month.
More: gaillardcenter.org

THEATER

Nov. 29 to Dec. 21, various times: Charleston Stage is set for the annual stages of A Christmas Carol, the Dickens tale of one Scrooge who is spirited to a change of ways. Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church St.
More: charlestonstage.com

DANCE

Dec. 1 to Dec. 3, 7 p.m.: South Carolina Ballet presents Nutcracker, inspired by the rich history of the South and thoughtfully updated for a modern audience. Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St.
More: charlestonmusichall.com

MUSIC

Nov. 29, 8:30 p.m.: Drivin N’ Cryin, Pour House
Nov. 29, 7 p.m.: Charlton Singleton’s Holiday Spectacular, Charleston Music Hall
Nov. 29, 7 p.m.: Tim Cappello, Tin Roof
Dec 4, 7 p.m.: Sarah Brightman, North Charleston PAC
Dec. 5, 7 p.m.: The Marshall Tucker Band, Charleston Music Hall
Dec. 5, 8 p.m.: The Ocho, The Windjammer
Dec. 5, 6 p.m.: A Motown Christmas, North Charleston PAC
Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m.: One Night of Queen: Gary Mullen and The Works, Gaillard Center
Dec. 5-6, 8 p.m.: Everyone Orchestra, Pour House
Dec. 6, 2 p.m.: Rockin’ Around The Refinery, The Refinery
Dec. 6, 5 p.m.: Marshgrass Mamas 8th Annual Yuletide Special, Pour House
Dec. 6, 8 p.m.: Holiday Swing, Charleston Music Hall

A la carte

WHAT’S NEW

Ice cream expansion. Off Track Ice Cream, which opened on Beaufain Street in 2016, announced a second location in Park Circle. Located at 1054 E. Montague Ave., the new scoop shop will bring its handmade traditional and vegan ice cream to North Charleston in summer 2026. Flavors include chocolate fudgy brownie, key lime piece and salted pretzel toffee.
More: offtrackicecream.com

New omakase. Sushi Bar — the omakase concept with 12-seat counters in several markets including Los Angeles, Nashville, Austin and Denver — is opening a Charleston location at 158 Church St. in December. The restaurant will offer 17 courses by Chef Anthony Martin, a two Michelin-starred chef who has cooked at TRU in Chicago and Joël Robuchon’s kitchen at MGM Grand. Bellerose Hotel Bar is also opening at the Church Street space.
More: sushibarhospitality.com

GOING DARK

Wagener Terrace favorite Herd Provisions, a restaurant and whole-animal butcher shop focused on local ingredients and cultivating close relationships with nearby farmers and fishermen, is closing Nov. 29.
More: herdprovisions.com

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Americano tacos. Pink Cactus now has a Wednesday night special called Americano taco night. Every Wednesday evening, guests can enjoy two house-made hard-shell tacos filled with chorizo, cheese and lettuce, served with beans and rice, for $15. The restaurant has also added a family-friendly twist: Kids eat free every Wednesday night with the purchase of an adult entrée. Kids can choose between a rice bowl or cheese quesadilla.
More: pinkcactuschs.com

Tea and bubbles. Camellias is hosting a sparkling holiday tea in its pink lounge located in Hotel Bennett. Guests will enjoy a whimsical array of savory bites and festive sweets, paired with a glass of bubbly amid twinkling décor. Tea will be held on Dec. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18 and 19.
More: hotelbennett.com

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