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Caw Caw can be a fascinating place when the day transitions to night. Join us for a walk around the park where we use our senses to gain a better understanding of how animals navigate this landscape at twilight.

We have a terrific opportunity for you to see the Holiday Festival of Lights from a whole new perspective - the cockpit of a dragon boat! As the sun goes down and the lights come on for the evening, you'll enjoy an on-the-water introduction to this ancient sport, while also getting an up-close view of some of our most iconic light displays. No experience necessary! After you paddle off into the sunset, we’ll treat you to a tasty hot chocolate and free admission to the Holiday Festival of Lights that evening!

Your Parks, Your Classroom is a virtual education series for students interested in learning about habitats, flora, and fauna found in the Charleston County Parks. This program series is free to attend thanks to the generous support of the Charleston County Parks Foundation. Join us from the comfort of your own home or classroom as we explore one of Charleston’s diverse habitats and the inhabitants that call the Lowcountry home. In this installment, learn how natural resources were historically used in everyday life.

Mrs. Claus cordially invites people with special needs and their families and friends to her annual Holiday Hoedown! Come dressed in your favorite western gear to welcome the holiday, country style.

Young children will channel their inner explorers while enjoying nature through hands-on activities, games, music, and art. In this session, learn about features that make birds unique animals.

We couldn't pull the main man himself away from his other holiday duties, but his better half will be at the Holiday Festival of Lights for some storytelling time! Cozy up as you listen to the tales of chestnuts roasting and raindeers dashing.

The Lowcountry Power Brass band is an all brass band that plays Holiday music.

A lesser-known world opens up as the sun goes down and the moon comes up. Interact with one of our naturalists about owls, flying squirrels, deer and many more animals that thrive from dusk til dawn!

We have a terrific opportunity for you to see the Holiday Festival of Lights from a whole new perspective - the cockpit of a dragon boat! As the sun goes down and the lights come on for the evening, you'll enjoy an on-the-water introduction to this ancient sport, while also getting an up-close view of some of our most iconic light displays. No experience necessary! After you paddle off into the sunset, we’ll treat you to a tasty hot chocolate and free admission to the Holiday Festival of Lights that evening!

We’re back with our annual Ugly Sweater Party! Wednesday, December 14th from 6-9 p.m. The best trick down the set and the best trick in the green bowl will receive prizes! Come skate and wear your ugliest holiday sweater!

If the early bird gets the worm, the early birdwatchers get both! We can leave the worms for the avian life and enjoy finding birds at dawn. A birding professional will help you find the birds and understand their strategies for success in the natural world.

The Break Circuit provides crowd interaction, choreographed dancing, and mind-blowing breakdance and gymnastic moves.

The Snow Sisters are here at the Holiday Festival of Lights! Even though the Snow Queen has ice powers, she will warm up your child's heart with her songs and games. And her Snow Sister will bring all the energy, laughter and fun!

The Lowcountry Power Brass band is an all brass band that plays Holiday music.

Holy City Hotfoot, Charleston’s tap community, can fill your soul with percussion!

Join us on one or more of our regular bird walks. Our trek through many distinct habitats will allow us to view and discuss a variety of birds, butterflies, and other organisms.

We couldn't pull the main man himself away from his other holiday duties, but his better half will be at the Holiday Festival of Lights for some storytelling time! Cozy up as you listen to the tales of chestnuts roasting and raindeers dashing.