Join the City of Charleston and Recreation Department at one of our numerous holiday events this season. From clinics to parties, for toddlers to pups, we have something for everyone!

We hope you and your family have a safe and fun holiday season!

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For Your Furry Buddy

Santa Paws is Coming to Town!

Join us at Governor’s Park Dog Park on Friday, December 1st from 4-6pm to ring in the holiday season with your furry friends! We will have coffee by Harlow & Pearl, a Photo Booth with Santa, pup vendors, and other fun goodies!

Can’t wait to see you there!

At Your Jolly Leisure

Santa and his elves were busy at the North Pole preparing for Christmas Eve when the reindeer decided to practice their route for the big night. While flying over Charleston, Rudolph suggested that they make a stop to pick up a special treat to bring back for Santa and the elves. As they approached downtown Charleston, the reindeer dropped their magical bells in Hampton Park. Santa’s reindeer need your help to find their bells before Christmas Eve!

Self-led hunt will take place December 2-17.

Mischievous elves have hidden Santa's presents all around the James Island baseball fields. Help Santa collect and organize the presents! Once organized, drop by the front desk of James Island Recreation Center to receive a reward for your assistance.

Self-led hunt will take place December 1-15.

Elf in the Park Giveaway!

Stay tuned during the month of December as Hampton Twinkletoes, the Recreation Department's elf visitor, pops around Charleston in various parks and holiday events.

Stay tuned to our #ElfinthePark posts on our Facebook & Instagram for chances to win 4 FREE flights from Silver Airways (Hampton's choice of travel these days!).

Celebrate in the Park

Santa's Stories

An elf from the North Pole will be visiting us to tell very special holiday stories to toddlers and families. Stop by one of our locations for stories and songs with Curiouser Entertainment, a themed snack and fun crafts!

Ages 1-5 are welcome to attend. All story times will begin at 10:30am.

McMahon Playground will be outdoors so dress accordingly!

Holidays in the Park

Come out to your local playground to celebrate the season with music, crafts, hot chocolate, s'mores and more!

December 5 at 3:30pm: McMahon Playground (55 Cleveland St)

December 6 at 3pm: Thomas Johnson Playground (1443 Secessionville Rd)

December 7 at 5:30pm: Forest Park Playground (780 West Oak Forest)

December 14 at 3:30pm: Hazel Parker Playground (70 East Bay St)

Facility Holiday Parties

Welcome the holiday spirit with us at James Island Rec Center on Friday, December 8 at 5:30pm. We will have crafts, light refreshments, an ugly sweater contest and a special visitor!

Bring the whole family out for a cheerful evening!

Join us on Friday, December 15 at 5pm at Bees Landing Recreation Center to celebrate the season with music, crafts, games, a holiday movie and light refreshments. Be ready for a special visitor from the North Pole.   

This event is free for all ages.

Unified Holiday Party

Come celebrate the holiday season with the Therapeutic Recreation Department at Hazel Parker Playground on December 19 from 6-8pm! Unified participants and their families are welcome to participate in cookie decorating, small bites, a hot chocolate bar and more!

FREE for all TR participants, friends, and family!

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