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Holiday events and Christmas events, things to do, Columbia, SC

71+ Christmas Events & Activities in Columbia, SC: Fire Up Your HO HO HO!

What is there to do in Columbia this holiday season? If you’re looking for Christmas events and holiday season activities, you have come to the right place. We’ll be updating this huge list all season long with holiday parades, seasonal entertainment, theater, live music, crafts, Santa, tree lightings, and lots more! So, get that hot cocoa ready and cue up that holiday playlist. Bookmark this list and check back often so you don’t miss out on any of the festive fun this season in the Midlands.

Carolina Lights at the SC State Fairgrounds

Holiday Road: Carolina Lights Gleam Bright for the Fifth Consecutive Year

Have you visited Carolina Lights at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds? We did! And, we have all the information and parent tips to make your trip to Carolina Lights spectacular.

Lots of Winter Family Fun at Black Bear Snow Tubing in Hendersonville, NC

Snow tubing at Black Bear Snow Tubing in Hendersonville, NC may be your family’s new winter tradition!

Who Has the Best Christmas House in Columbia?

Who has the best-decorated house for Christmas this year? You decide!

It’s the first Kidding Around Columbia Best Christmas Lights Contest.

Go for a drive with one of our FREE holiday light driving tours, then let us know who you think is the best. The winner gets bragging rights for an entire year, so choose carefully.

19+ Places to See Santa: Columbia, SC (2023)

Are you looking for places to see Santa in Columbia, SC? Santa is visiting lots of places near Columbia in 2022. His elves are sending us his appearance list as dates are announced, so bookmark this page and check back regularly. We’ll be updating almost as fast as those elves.

Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

Have you heard about the new Wild Lights at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden? Whether you’re looking for a beautiful place to get in a few steps or just ready to experience new holiday fun, we have found the place for you! Wild Lights at the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden is sure to bring a smile to your family’s face! This is truly a light show unlike any other and one you need to experience for yourself!

20+ Activities & Winter Camps: Columbia, SC (2023) Winter Break Bucket List

Is your family ready for winter break in Columbia, SC? It’s almost that time. The kids will be home and looking for things to do. After all those Christmas cookies are eaten and the presents have been opened, what will do to make winter break fun and relaxing? We have some ideas, of course! We made this winter break bucket list, full of things to do over winter break in Columbia, SC!

These restaurants are open on Christmas in Columbia, SC

These Restaurants Will Be Open For Christmas: Columbia, SC

On the hunt for restaurants open on Christmas in Columbia, SC? The good news is we’ve got a large list of delicious places open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day! Several of these restaurants have both dining-in and carry-out options available. Make Christmas with your family a little merrier and enjoy a bite to eat from one of the restaurants below!

Enjoy Holiday Lights on the River (2023): Columbia, SC

Looking for an amazing drive-thru light display? Holiday Lights on the River in Columbia, SC may be just what you are looking for. This display features millions of lights along its’ 3-mile route, with themed sections of the display, lots of animation and included family activities like a winter tube slide, hayride and Santa! Here’s everything you need to know about Holiday Lights on the River in Columbia, SC.

Endless Offerings at Horse Crossing Farm

Horse Crossing Farm, the “family-owned mini farm nestled beside the railroad tracks within the town limits of Lexington, SC,” has something for everyone. There are offerings for farm lovers, enthusiasts, and beginners alike. Whether you’re looking for the ultimate farm experience or riding lessons for your little one, you’re bound to find something that is perfect for you and your friends and/or family!