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Experience the holiday magic in Charleston. Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. and Santa Claus is lighting the magnificent 60-foot Tree of Lights, the official City of Charleston Christmas Tree in Marion Square.
For more information, please call (843) 724-7305.
The event is scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2008: 4:30-6pm at Marion Square
For more information, visit the city of Charleston website.
The Charleston Christmas parade takes place downtown on Sunday, December 7: 2pm-5pm. The parade begins at the intersection of Calhoun and Meeting Streets, proceeds down King Street to Broad Street to Lockwood Blvd.
Sponsored by the Tri-County Fire Chiefs Association. Info: 843-720-1981.
Kick of the holiday season with the Annual City of Charleston Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place on Saturday, December 6: 4:30pm-6pm in Marion Square, at King and Calhoun Streets. The Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. and Santa Claus is going to light the big 60-foot Tree of Lights, the Christmas tree at Marion Square.
For more information, please call 843-724-7305.
Don’t miss the most extravagant and delightful holiday production in Charleston. For over 31 years, no show is more anticipated and treasured than Charleston Stage’s acclaimed original adaptation of A Christmas Carol, A Ghost Story of Christmas returning this year to the College of Charleston’s beautiful Sottile Theatre.
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This timeless holiday classic will touch your heart and brighten your holiday season with its message of hope and holiday cheer. Gather your friends and family for a true holiday tradition unlike anything else found in the Lowcountry. A joyous present for the entire family!
Flying spirits and magical apparitions will haunt the Lowcountry once again as the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future warm the heart of the world’s most pitiless curmudgeon. This haunting, original adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol, A Ghost Story of Christmas, features stunning sets, dazzling special effects, and scores of bright period costumes.
Performances:
Thursday December 4 7:30 PM (Opening Night)
Friday December 5 7:30 PM
Saturday December 6 7:30 PM
Sunday December 7 3:00 PM
Thursday December 11 7:30 PM (Pay-what-you-will preview)
Friday December 12 7:30 PM
Saturday December 13 7:30 PM
Sunday December 14 3:00 PM
Saturday December 20 7:30 PM
Sunday December 21 3:00 PM
Prices:
Adult: $41
Seniors (60+): $39
Student: $31
$10 Bargain Seats Now Available. Bargain Seating is limited.
Tickets Now On Sale:
Order by Phone 843-577-7183 Mon-Fri 12:00 Noon-5PM (also open Sat 12:00 Noon-5PM Show Weeks only)
Order online at www.charlestonstage.com
Group Rates Available: Call Gina Barredo 843-577-5967
Special School Day Performances Available: Call Gina Barredo 843-577-5967
Student Rush: Students with valid ID are $6 one hour before curtain (subject to availability)
City Market comes alive with free fun-filled activities including cookie decorating, ornament making, performances by cloggers and musical groups, a petting zoo, storytelling, face painting and photos with Father Christmas.
Please call 912.232.4903 or visit www.savannahcitymarket.com for more information