It’s Christmas time in SC! Here are 6 of the best holiday events around the Hilton Head area
With December in full swing and the Christmas holiday right around the corner, Beaufort County is getting ready to celebrate! No place does Christmas quite like Beaufort, from colorful lights to Christmas trees and even Santa himself, there are tons of holiday activities and experiences for you and your family to get into the spirit of the season.
No matter if you’re a local or visiting for the holidays, there’s no better place to get into the Christmas spirit.
Here are some of the top fun and festive activities for you and the whole family to enjoy this holiday season;
Visit Santa at The Beaufort Candy Shoppe
Make sure you’ve got your Christmas wish lists ready because Santa will be in town at The Beaufort Candy Shoppe, 103 West St. Ext. Visit on December 6 (6-8 p.m.) during the first Friday tree lighting or on December 7 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Winter Wonderland Festival
This Friday, December 6, Shelter Cove Community Park is hosting its annual Winter Wonderland Festival from 4-7 p.m., 39 Shelter Cove Lane. With free admission, this event has activities ranging from bouncy houses, carnival games, a children’s parade, food and much more. They even have an exciting Golden Candy Cane Hunt, perfect for kids and adults who want to indulge in the holiday magic.
Night On the Town
Watch the lights of downtown Beaufort spark to life during Night on the Town this Friday, December 6. Enjoy the festive atmosphere while shops stay open late offering special sales, 6-9 p.m.
Holiday Market of Beaufort
Check off all of your Christmas shopping and gift-giving this Saturday, December 7, during the Holiday Market of Beaufort from 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 240 Sams Point Rd. This event is free and perfect for all ages, with food trucks on-site to help kick off the holiday festivities.
Boat Parade & Beaufort Christmas Parade
With a Lowcountry spin on a parade, watch the annual “Light Up the Night” Christmas Boat Parade on Saturday, December 7, starting at 6 p.m. at the Beaufort Waterfront Park, 802 Bay Street.
To keep the parade festivities going, grab the whole family to watch festive floats, marching bands and Santa in the annual Beaufort Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 8. Starting at 3 p.m., the parade will travel from Boundary to Carteret to Bay Street.
Christmas Festivities at Sea Pines Resort
Enjoy festive lights, a Christmas tree, and a relaxing stroll through Sea Pines Resort this season with the Harbour Town Lights, 32 Greenwood Dr. They even offer Sandy Sledding tournaments where you can build your own sled. Sledding is from 1-2:15 p.m. and costs $50 per team.
With lots to celebrate this holiday season, Beaufort is making sure you and your family can find magical ways to remember this holiday season. Whether it’s a stroll through festive lights, catching a parade, or finding the perfect gift at the Holiday Market, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
For more information about events and activities, visit the Beaufort Holiday Events page.