Christmas Events In Georgetown
Christmas in Georgetown, South Carolina, is merry, magical, and full of small-town holiday cheer! The historic waterfront and charming downtown come alive with twinkling lights, festive decorations, and plenty of seasonal fun for the whole family. From cheerful Christmas parades and visits with Santa to holiday shopping, festive markets, live entertainment, and beautifully decorated historic homes, there’s something to make every heart feel a little jollier. Grab a cup of cocoa, bundle up, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season as Georgetown celebrates Christmas with Southern charm and plenty of holiday sparkle!
The Nutcracker
When: November 21 & 22
Where: Winyah Auditorium
The Historic Winyah Auditorium is starting this Holliday Season off with all of the magic and pageantry of Tchaikovsky’s ballet “The Nutcracker”. Reimagined by Kristina Vensko Shively of the Synergy Dance Studio, this production is sure to resonate with aficionados while introducing a fresh audience to dance.
Tickets: https://www.thewinyah.org/about-1
Light Up The Lawn
When: November 22 – 5pm to 7:30pm
Where: Kaminski House
Join us for this FREE community event as we Light Up the Lawn at the Kaminski House and officially kick off the holiday season! Enjoy the magic of our holiday lights, sip on hot chocolate, and celebrate the start of the season with friends, family, and our community.
Holiday Festivus Concert
When: December 3 – 7pm
Where: Winyah Auditorium
Enjoy this FREE concert at Winyah Auditorium on Thursday, December 3rd!
It’s A Wonderful Life
When: December 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13
Where: Strand Theater
Don’t miss the performance of ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ by the Swamp Fox Players at The Strand Theater!
Tickets: https://www.swampfoxplayers.com
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
When: December 4 – 6pm
Where: Francis Marion Park
Free community event with the lighting of Georgetown’s Christmas tree, holiday festivities, and family activities.
Honorary Tree Lighter: Georgetown 250 Committee
Christmas Parade
When: December 5 – 11am
Where: Front Street
Features decorated floats, marching bands, community groups, Christmas music, and Santa Claus.
Grand Marshal: Saint Frances Animal Center
12 Days of Christmas Kringle Krawl
When: December 5 – 4pm to 9pm
Where: Baxter’s Brewhouse Inn
Experience Front Street in the most holly, jolly way imaginable!
Christmas In Concert
When: December 7 & 8
Where: Winyah Auditorium
Enjoy an evening of music and Christmas cheer from Winyah Bay Musical Arts! This concert features the WMBA Chorale, Charleston Symphony Orchestra Musicians and Georgetown County BEACH Singers.
Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/christmas-in-concert
35th Annual Singing Christmas Tree
When: December 11, 13 & 14
Where: First Baptist Church
There is no cost for tickets, but tickets are required to assure adequate seating.
Tickets: Call First Baptist Church for free tickets: 843-546-5187. Available first week in November.
Community Ice Skating Rink
When: December 12 – 12pm to 8pm
Where: Maritime Park
A special one-day family-friendly ice-skating event organized as part of Georgetown’s holiday celebrations.
Yuletide Home Tour
When: December 12 – 10am to noon & 1pm to 5pm
Where: Historic Georgetown
Friends of Georgetown Library sponsor the annual Yuletide Home Tour of beautiful Georgetown homes, houses of worship, and museums on the second Saturday in December. Residences in and around Georgetown’s Historic District, decorated in holiday finery, are open for visiting. It’s an entertaining day for a good cause: all proceeds go to support the children and youth reading programs at the Library.
Tickets: https://www.myfogl.org/yuletidetour
Highland Holidays
When: December 12 – 7pm
Where: Winyah Auditorium
Celebrate the season with Highland Holidays, a Scottish Christmas music and dance spectacular from the Highland Echoes team.
Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thescottishculturaloutreachfoundation/2352033
Candlelight Tour
When: December 12, 17, 19 & 22 – 5:30pm – 8pm
Where: Kaminski House
Step back in time and experience the beauty of the Kaminski House illuminated by candlelight. Wander through rooms decorated with Holiday Cheer and immerse yours
Holiday Growers Market
When: Every Saturday – 9am to 1pm
Where: 120 North Fraser St.
Shop fresh, local produce from sustainable farmers!
