Kick off the season with this new holiday classic movie and a craft for kids. This magical holiday tale tells of a young boy who still wants to believe in Santa even though his friends have “grown out of it.†His faith is rewarded when a steam train pulls up to his house and escorts him to the North Pole to meet Santa. The cutting-edge “motion capture process†used to film this story allows the real life actors to drive the emotions and movements of the animated characters. Reservations are strongly recommended for this event – call 722-2996 x264 or online at www.charlestonmuseum.org. RATED G.
FREE for Museum members and FREE with admission ($10/adults, $5/children, under 3 free)
Charleston Sleigh Ride Aboard The Thriller
Christmas in Charleston is a magical time and it has just gotten better. THRILLER Charleston announces its’ plans for a Charleston Sleigh Ride. In the month of December, THRILLER will transform itself from a fast thrill ride to a leisurely holiday excursion perfect for couples and families looking to spend some time together.
The Sleigh Ride will begin after sun set and will travel around the harbor viewing the lights along James Island, Mt. Pleasant, Daniel Island and Charleston. While underway, the couples will be cuddled under a blanket for warmth, sipping hot chocolate from a spill proof mug, and listening to Christmas carols on the stereo system. Stories about Christmas in Charleston and holiday traditions will be shared. Don’t miss this exciting new addition to the holiday season.
Call 843-276-4203 or visit our website, www.thrillercharleston.com, for more information and to make reservations.
Boat Parade on the Yorktown Flight Deck – Charleston, SC
Enjoy the “best seat in the house†for the Charleston Harbor Boat Parade. Patriots Point is hosting a fun-filled family night with sweets & treats, toasty beverages, Reindeer games, face painting, pictures with Santa and the Polar Express down the pier. You’ll never guess how Santa will arrive to join us on the flight deck!
Contact Laura Langston, Event Development Coordinator (881-5984) for reservations and further information or visit our website www.patriotspoint.org Tickets are $15.00 per person ($12.50 each for Patriots Point members).
Santa’s Arrival at Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre – Charleston, SC
Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre is pleased to announce Santa’s Arrival Friday, November 28th at Noon. Santa will be available for visits from noon-8pm Monday- Friday, 11am-8pm Saturday and Sunday Noon-5pm. Santa’s location will be in front of the Banana Republic store located on Belk Drive. Giveaways for children attending this event will be available and anyone visiting Santa will receive a free holiday gift. Holiday music will be played during the event.
Free to the public (cost for photo purchases with Santa)
Mount Pleasant Christmas Tree Lighting – Charleston, SC
Mount Pleasant Towne Centre hosts its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony to kick off the holiday season. The ceremony will be located in front of the Belk Department store. This event is partnered with WEZL radio station, and the morning show talent Gary, will host the event. The American Red Cross will be having a Blood Drive from 4-6pm in conjunction with the Tree Lighting. Horse Drawn Carriage rides will start this weekend. There will be live holiday music played during the event. Join us at 6:00p.m. This event is free. For more information call (843) 884-8517, ext. 3402 and visit www.mtpleasanttownecentre.com
photo credit: krisdecurtis.