December 2012 Events in Charleston Low country

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'Tis the season to be in the low country. Many fun things are going to be happening in downtown Charleston as well as neighboring James Island and Kiawah Island. One of the highlights of the season is the annual Holiday Festival of Lights that runs from early November through end of the year in James Island County Park. Local fitness enthusiasts will also be participating in the 35^th annual Kiawah Island Golf Resort Marathon (and half marathon). This event brings numerous participants to the island and volunteers are always needed. With numerous Christmas celebrations happening, don’t forget to make your New Year’s Eve plans.  November 9^th – December 31^stHoliday Festival of Lights 2012Where: James Island County ParkTime: 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (Sun – Thurs) & 5:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. (Fri – Sat)Things to do: Three mile stretch of twinkling holiday lights that can be observed by car or train ride (Admission charged for either). Concessions, gift shop, and other entertainment on site.Contact: (843) 795 – 7275November 30^th & December 1stCharleston Symphony Orchestra – Rejoice! A Spiritual and Gospel Holiday CelebrationWhere: Sottile Theatre – Downtown Charleston (44 George Street)Time: 7:30 p.m. (Friday and Saturday)Things to Do: Charleston Symphony Orchestra, Choir and Ensemble usher in the holidays by telling the Christmas story spiritual music. General Admission applies.Contact: www.charlestonsymphony.org December 1stReindeer RunWhere: 161 East Bay StreetTime: 9 am Things to Do: 5K Holiday Run/Walk to benefit MUSC Children’s Hospital. Race is open to Adults and Children. Registration fees apply.Contact: racedirector@reindeerrun.orgDecember 1stCharleston Parade of Boats Where: Charleston HarborTime: Approximately 7:30 p.m. Things to do: Illuminated and festive boats will set out from Mount Pleasant and work their way along Cooper River before ending the sail parade route at the Ashley River. Contact: (843) 724 – 7305 for more information.December 8^thKiawah Island Golf Resort Marathon Where: Kiawah IslandTime: 8 a.m. Things to do: Island race includes full and half marathon race. Advanced registration required.Contact: (843) 768-2780 or visit kiawah_marathon@kiawahresort.comDecember 15^thThe NutcrackerWhere: North Charleston Performing Arts CenterTime: Showtimes are 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Things to do: Classical Christmas ballet show comes to Charleston.  Contact: (843) 723 – 7334December 31stWinter Carnival – Holiday Festival of LightsWhere: James Island County ParkTime: 5:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Things to do: The long running holiday festival of lights finally concludes with a fun winter celebration on New Year’s Eve. Festival includes rides, inflatables, and fireworks later in the evening for the pre-New Year countdown (approximately 9 p.m.)  Contact: www.holidayfestivaloflights.com December 31stKiawah Island Golf Resort – New Year’s Family CelebrationWhere: Night Heron ParkTime: 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Things to do: Come out and celebrate New Year’s Eve with family and friends for a night of food, live entertainment and numerous games and activities for the younger crowd. Activities include train rides, inflatables, and much more. The event will be capped off with fireworks display at the end of the evening.