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A Beloved Lowcountry Tradition Since 1990 Holiday Festival of Lights

Celebrate the season with us every night from November 13 through December 31, 2026, 5:30-10 p.m.

The Holiday Festival of Lights at James Island County Park is a beloved Lowcountry holiday tradition featuring more than 750 illuminated displays, millions of twinkling lights, festive gift shops, a holiday train ride, giant sand sculpture, marshmallow roasting, visits with Santa, and more!

Whether you're home for the holidays or visiting the Lowcountry for a holiday getaway, we promise you'll create lasting memories with millions of multicolored lights, fun family activities, holiday shopping, delicious treats, and so much more!

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Annual Trip

Our kids love the train ride, carousel and seeing all the lights. We usually make a couple of trips around before going home. It's our favorite thing to do for Christmas.

Darren C.

Never Disappoints

Festival of Lights is always a Holiday favorite.

N. Brown

Beautiful!

Beautiful and very good way to get into the spirit! Family loved how each display was different and fun.

Michael H

Well Worth It

Went there for the Festival of Lights and thoroughly enjoyed the fantastic light display. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting the Charleston area at Christmas time.

David R.

Tradition

The festival of lights is so fun! We love this holiday tradition!

Kristy S