See Charleston Sparkle This Season
Experience Charleston’s most dazzling holiday tradition! Sit back, relax, and let Adventure Sightseeing take you to the Festival of Lights at James Island County Park. Enjoy over 700 light displays, roast s’mores, visit Santa, and stroll through the Winter Wonderland—all without the hassle of driving or parking.
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$36 USD
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All Ages
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3.25 hours
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South Carolina, United States
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Charleston
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- 700+ Light Displays
- 2 Million Holiday Lights
- Winter Wonderland Visit
- S’mores by the Fire
- Pictures with Santa
- Festive Family Evening
- Charleston Holiday Tradition
- Round-Trip Transport
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- Round-trip transportation, entry to Festival of Lights, s’more kit, and 1.5 hours in Winter Wonderland.
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- Wear warm, comfortable clothing and bring a camera for photos.
Holiday Festival of Lights Features
Festival of Lights Tour
Marvel at over 700 light displays and 2 million twinkling bulbs at James Island County Park.
S’mores by the Fire
Enjoy your included s’more kit complete with graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallows.
Holiday Festival of Lights Details
- Highlights
- Description
- Itinerary
- Price & Availability
- Food & Drink
- Instructions
- Restrictions
- Transportation
Highlights
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700+ Light Displays
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2 Million Holiday Lights
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Winter Wonderland Visit
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S’mores by the Fire
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Pictures with Santa
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Festive Family Evening
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Charleston Holiday Tradition
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Round-Trip Transport
Description
Join Adventure Sightseeing for the ultimate Charleston holiday experience at the James Island County Park Festival of Lights. Board a comfortable, climate-controlled mini bus at the Charleston Visitor Center and enjoy a scenic ride to one of the South’s most impressive light displays, featuring more than 700 installations and over two million lights. Once there, wander through the Winter Wonderland, shop for gifts, sip cocoa, roast s’mores, and capture photos with Santa. This three-hour tour combines festive charm with convenience—perfect for families, couples, and groups who want to celebrate the season Charleston-style.
Itinerary
- 4:30 PM – Check in at Charleston Visitor Center, 375 Meeting St.
- 4:45 PM – Depart for James Island County Park
- 5:15 PM – Enjoy the light displays en route
- 5:45 PM – Explore the Winter Wonderland, shop, and visit Santa
- 7:00 PM – Depart the park and return downtown by 8:00 PM
Price & Availability
$36 Adults (12+), $22 Children (4–11), Infants under 3 free. Runs nightly November 11–December 31, excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Food & Drink
Refreshments and snacks available for purchase at the festival.
Instructions
Arrive 15 minutes before departure at the Charleston Visitor Center.
Restrictions
Non-refundable; rescheduling allowed with 24-hour notice. Tours operate rain or shine.
Transportation
Transportation included from downtown; hotel pickup available with reservation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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