By Delaney Elder and Wyatt Barczak [email protected] and [email protected]
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Thursday
A Night with Cody Jinks and Ward Davis
What: Grab your seats for a special concert from outlaw country star Cody Jinks and American singer-songwriter Ward Davis sure to put lightning in your boots.
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 12
Where: North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Drive
Price: $25-$196
More Info: tinyurl.com/y6h99u2m
The Charleston Christmas Special
What: Moranz Entertainment put on their annual Charleston Christmas Special concert with some of the country's most talented singers, dancers and musicians to provide the Holy City with some holiday cheer.
When: 2 p.m. Dec. 12
Where: Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St.
Price: $21-$44
More Info: tinyurl.com/knvw8nfr
Dizgo Goosemas Pre-Party
What: Prepare for the second annual Goosemas with this pre-party event performed by psychedelic rock band Dizgo and joined by Cam Herdt and the Night Zero Band featuring Ryan Storm. All ticket proceeds will be donated to Conscious Alliance.
When: 9 p.m. Dec. 12
Where: Pour House, 1977 Maybank Highway, James Island
Price: $18-$20
More Info: tinyurl.com/y4zvpe6w
It's About to Get Ugly
What: Join the community in a gift wrapping event before the holidays. There will be an ugly sweater contest, a gift wrap station, live music from DJ Zyck and more.
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 12
Where: Chill N Grill, 2810 Ashley Phosphate Road, North Charleston
Price: Free
More Info: tinyurl.com/yv4mz4np
Allman Betts Family Revival
What: Make your way to the annual live performance hosted by sons of the Allman Brothers Band featuring the finest names in blues, Americana, country and rock.
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12
Where: Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St.
Price: $40-$116
More Info: tinyurl.com/2wzus5by
'Who's Holiday'
What: Cindy Lou Who, played by Giulia Dalbec, returns for her final holiday season in this raunchy R-rated comedy where she pulls the rug out from under Dr. Seuss' classic tale.
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12
Where: Queen Street Playhouse, 20 Queen St., Charleston
Price: $35
More Info: tinyurl.com/mr435y85
Friday
Outdoor Holiday Movie Night
What: Bring your own chairs and blankets for a cozy night on the lawn watching "A Christmas Story." Concessions will be offering popcorn, candy, hot chocolate and a full-service bar.
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 13
Where: Credit One Stadium, 161 Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island
Price: Free
More Info: tinyurl.com/fe2mkfs4
'Sesame Street Live! Say Hello'
What: Bring the little ones out to meet, sing and dance with their favorite Sesame Street puppets in this family-friendly show.
When: 6 p.m. Dec. 13
Where: North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Drive
Price: $30-$77
More Info: tinyurl.com/5xzmm2vk
Skate with the Rays
What: Meet the South Carolina Stingrays hockey team with a free Q&A followed up by a community ice skating event where attendees can skate with the players and meet the team's mascot, Cool Ray.
When: 5:15 p.m. Dec. 13
Where: Credit One Stadium, 161 Seven Farms Drive, Daniel Island
Price: $10
More Info: tinyurl.com/3rc64wkk
Drivin N Cryin
What: Atlanta-based Southern rock act Drivin N Cryin are celebrating their 35th anniversary together this year. Catch their performance on the inside stage.
When: 10 p.m. Dec. 13
Where: The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd., Isle of Palms
Price: $30 advance $40 day-of
More Info: tinyurl.com/rumd5ds4
Saturday
'Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet'
What: Experience the magical Nutcracker ballet performance with an international cast on their 30th anniversary tour featuring larger-than-life puppets, amazing acrobatics and stunning costumes.
When: 4 p.m., 8 p.m. Dec. 14
Where: North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Drive
Price: $51-$200
More Info: tinyurl.com/38rufwr4
Irish House Concert Series: The East Coasters
What: American instrumentalist band The East Coasters perform their Celtic music in this intimate concert. You may bring your own drinks and snacks if they follow sustainability rules.
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 14
Where: Gage Hall, 4 Archdale St., Charleston
Price: $19
More Info: tinyurl.com/ye26kycv
Celtic and Classical Christmas
What: The Taylor Festival Choir is joined by Na Fidleiri Reimagined with guests Ivan Goff, renowned Uillean Piper and the Palmetto Youth Choir for a culturally enriching and captivating evening of familiar and new carols.
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 14
Where: Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting St., Charleston
Price: $30-$45
More Info: tinyurl.com/mr26vkpe
Folly Beach Christmas Parade
What: Line up along Center Street for this holiday parade featuring decorated floats, marching bands and community organizations celebrating this special time of year. Santa Claus will also be making an appearance at Folly River Park following the parade.
When: Noon Dec. 14
Where: Center Street, Folly Beach
Price: Free
More Info: tinyurl.com/2dh3vxwj
Charleston Parade of Boats
What: Produced by the City of Charleston and America's Boating Club of Charleston, this seasonal parade showcases stunning light shows aboard a string of local watercraft. The parade proceeds from the Cooper River to the Charleston Harbor and up the Ashley River. Advanced registration is required to join the parade.
When: 6 p.m. Dec. 14
Where: Charleston Waterfront
Price: Free
More Info: tinyurl.com/yc7ff5xu
Holiday Cheer at the Distillery
What: Enjoy festive cocktails at this holiday market with specialty cocktail-making classes, adoptable dogs from the Charleston Animal Society, Carolina Coonhound Rescue and Southern Tails for Precious Paws, tasty food trucks to sample and live music from The Six Foot Tide and Derek Cribb.
When: 1-7 p.m. Dec. 14
Where: Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston
Price: Free
More Info: tinyurl.com/29k8s472
Our Home for the Holidays
What: HALO's co-founders, Leah Edwards and Dimitri Pittas, host a musical holiday concert in their driveway joined by an ever-growing ensemble of local singers and instrumentalists.
When: 4:30 p.m. Dec. 14
Where: Brickyard Plantation, Mount Pleasant
Price: Free
More Info: tinyurl.com/3r6d5p2p
The Ugly Sweater Party
What: Don your ugliest festive attire and compete in an ugly sweater contest at Charleston's holiday pop-up bar. Imbibe festive cocktails and participate in photo ops sponsored by Uncle Kyle's Sweater Emporium.
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 14
Where: The Sleigh Room, 34 Woolfe St., Charleston
Price: $15
More Info: [email protected], tinyurl.com/hjbxcs4t
Sunday
Spirit as Foundation in Navigating the Healing Journey
What: Enjoy a complimentary lecture led by Jackie Morfesis, author of "Spirit Seeking: Essays and Reflections on the Christian Faith Journey."
When: 4 p.m. Dec. 15
Where: Septima Clark Memorial Auditorium, College of Charleston, 25 St. Philip St.
Price: Free
More info: tinyurl.com/5xj7e339
Holiday Meet and Mingle
What: Come out for a festive afternoon where there will be fun crafts and activities, local vendors, photos with Santa Claus as well as adorable, adoptable pups from Dorchester Paws.
When: 1-4 p.m. Dec. 15
Where: Magnolia Gardens, 3550 Ashley River Road, West Ashley
Price: $14-$32
More Info: tinyurl.com/yy8jrhab
Mount Pleasant Christmas Light Parade
What: Celebrate the yuletide in Mount Pleasant with this event kicking off after a special fireworks show, followed by a seasonal parade of musical performers, community organizations and more.
When: 5:30-8 p.m. Dec. 15
Where: Coleman Boulevard, Mount Pleasant
Price: Free
More Info: tinyurl.com/3kycar73
Drayton Hall Spirituals Concert
What: Come out for the 41st anniversary holiday concert where spiritual vocalist Ann Caldwell and The Magnolia Singers will celebrate the festive season with their ancestral hymns.
When: 3:30 p.m. Dec. 15
Where: Drayton Hall, 3380 Ashley River Road, Charleston
Price: $75 Member $85 Non-Member
More Info: tinyurl.com/us4d2dmr
Home for the Holidays
What: Launch into the holiday season with world-renowned artists Peabo Bryson, Ruben Studdard and Haley Reinhart as they perform a series of holiday hit songs, including selections from their own discographies.
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 15
Where: Charleston Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St.
Price: $45-$115
More Info: tinyurl.com/5cachxee
Monday
Yuletide Madrigal Feast
What: The Taylor Festival Choir presents its inaugural Yuletide Madrigal Feast, a cherished tradition of English carols sung by candlelight, toasts, a multi-course meal with wassail and wine along with singers in renaissance attire.
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 16
Where: Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting St., Charleston
Price: $75-$85
More info: tinyurl.com/4kux6uyw
Tuesday
Andy Greenberg and Friends
What: Psychedelic funk artist Andy Greenberg teams up with DJ Logic, Cam Wescott and more local bands for a special concert benefitting the Asheville Music Hall and French Broad River Brewery.
When: 8:30 p.m. Dec. 17
Where: Pour House, 1977 Maybank Highway, James Island
Price: $15-$20
More Info: tinyurl.com/2hf4vk5v
Wednesday
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
What: Step into a world of enchantment at the Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland, featuring the talents of the Cirque Musica ensemble, including acrobatics, aerial feats and more amazing skills, all in festive fashion.
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 18
Where: North Charleston Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Drive
Price: $39-$83
More Info: tinyurl.com/bde7c59a