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Hometown Holidays | Christmas Festival

Historic Downtown Lake City | 110 E Main St, Lake City, SC 29560, USA
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Downtown Lake City comes to life this December 4-6 with the festive spirit of our Hometown Holidays Christmas festival! From dazzling light displays to an immersive children's village, this three-day celebration is packed with holiday cheer for all ages.

🎅 Festive Fun Awaits!

Experience the enchantment of our After Dark Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Snap a photo with Santa and his merry friends as they spread holiday joy.
Explore over 40 holiday-themed activities for kids and adults, from shopping to seasonal treats.
Stroll through Jingle Bell Journey—a charming, pint-sized Christmas village with themed shops FILLED with interactive fun.
🍷 Holiday Delights & Entertainment

Sip and savor during our annual downtown Wine Stroll.
Enjoy live music, dance performances, and more.
Dine, shop, and pamper yourself at local businesses decked out for the season.
Bring the whole family and celebrate the ART of Christmas in Lake City! 🎁✨ Mark your calendar and make your holiday memories with us!

Other Upcoming Events

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2026 Lake City Christmas Parade | After Dark!
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2026 Lake City Christmas Parade | After Dark!

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THA Oyster Roast
DEC 4 - DEC 5

THA Oyster Roast

Join us for a shuckin’ good time at the Thomas Hart Academy Oyster Roast on Friday, December 4th, from 6:00...

Christmas on the Boulevard & Concert
DEC 5 - DEC 6

Christmas on the Boulevard & Concert

Christmas on the Boulevard and Concert, festival from 9 to 5 with the concert following from 6 to 8.

South Atlantic Canners 5K
DEC 5

South Atlantic Canners 5K

Community 5K race in Bishopville with awards by overall and age-group categories; strollers and pets are li...

Naturally Outdoors Endurance Race: 2Hr + 4Hr Run & Ruck
DEC 5

Naturally Outdoors Endurance Race: 2Hr + 4Hr Run & Ruck

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2026 Florence Christmas Parade
DEC 5

2026 Florence Christmas Parade

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Mullins Hometown Holidays Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
DEC 5 - DEC 6

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Christmas in the Park
DEC 5 - DEC 6

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Holiday Tour of Homes
DEC 6 - DEC 7

Holiday Tour of Homes

Self-guided holiday tour of decorated homes and local spaces in and around Lake City, presented as part of...

Christmas Open House
DEC 6

Christmas Open House

A free holiday open house at Kalmia Gardens’ historic Hart House and Hart Cottage. The homes will be decora...

PPL Book Club
DEC 8

PPL Book Club

PPL Book Club pick for December is Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger. Copies will be available for che...

Jingle Bell Candy Cane Tree Drop-in Craft
DEC 12

Jingle Bell Candy Cane Tree Drop-in Craft

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Downtown Florence Reindeer Dash 5K
DEC 12

Downtown Florence Reindeer Dash 5K

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Christmas Parade
DEC 12

Christmas Parade

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Family Day – Artful Ornaments
DEC 12

Family Day – Artful Ornaments

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Hemingway Christmas Festival
DEC 12 - DEC 13

Hemingway Christmas Festival

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Gospel in the Park Series: Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
DEC 12

Gospel in the Park Series: Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration

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The Lee Chamber's Lighted Parade
DEC 12 - DEC 13

The Lee Chamber's Lighted Parade

The Chamber's Annual Lighted Parade in Downtown Bishopville. More details coming soon.

A Christmas Musical: Featuring Black Nativity
DEC 12 - DEC 13

A Christmas Musical: Featuring Black Nativity

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Second Sunday Tours – Pee Dee History Gallery
DEC 13

Second Sunday Tours – Pee Dee History Gallery

Join us for a free, docent-led tour of the museum’s Pee History Gallery. Registration is required via the l...

Florence Symphony Orchestra - Holiday Pops
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Florence Symphony Orchestra - Holiday Pops

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Christmas Cookie Swap Event
DEC 15

Christmas Cookie Swap Event

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Crafternoon
DEC 15

Crafternoon

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Morning at the Museum
DEC 17

Morning at the Museum

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FLT's Christmas Extravaganza
DEC 18

FLT's Christmas Extravaganza

Step into the magic of the season at FLT’s Christmas Extravaganza! Amidst the hustle and bustle of December...

Aspiring Farmer Workshop - Dillon County
DEC 19

Aspiring Farmer Workshop - Dillon County

Exploring the idea of starting a farm business? Before you buy the tractor, start your journey here!

Family Movie
DEC 19

Family Movie

Watch "The Muppet Christmas Carol" (G) with snacks and juice.

Dizzy Crab - Florence, SC
DEC 20

Dizzy Crab - Florence, SC

Find tickets for Kayla McKinney at Dizzy Crab in Florence on 12/19/2026 at 10:00 PM

Christmas Singing
DEC 27

Christmas Singing

Christmas singing concert featuring 2nd Chance Ministries.

First Day Hike
JAN 1

First Day Hike

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First Day Horseback Ride
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First Day Horseback Ride

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Family Day – Science & Snowy Fun
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Family Day – Science & Snowy Fun

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SC Farmer & Agribusiness Association State Convention & SC WAgN Conference
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SC Farmer & Agribusiness Association State Convention & SC WAgN Conference

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Florence Symphony – Beethoven Forward
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Florence Symphony – Beethoven Forward

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The American Heritage Festival
FEB 13 - FEB 14

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Family Day – A Heart For Art
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Tijon Charleston | Create Your Own Perfume
FEB 18

Tijon Charleston | Create Your Own Perfume

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Stephen King's Misery
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Family Day – Feed & Observe the Birds
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Family Day – Feed & Observe the Birds

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