What do you get when you mix sun, sand and sea with music, art and food? F-U-N!!! Come out this weekend to the annual Folly Beach Sea and Sand Festival to hear great music, taste yummy treats and see art by local vendors. Go to http://www.wix.com/undertheoaks/seasand for all the details.
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Folly Beach Sea and Sand Festival
Friday, March 23rd, 2012Festival of Lights on James Island near Charleston, South Carolina
Friday, December 2nd, 2011Let the spirit of the season embrace you as James Island County Park comes alive with illumination at Charleston’s most beloved nighttime event – the Holiday Festival of Lights! Beginning November 11, 2011 and continuing through January 1, 2012, the festival is a great place to gather family and friends to capture the magic of the holiday season. The journey begins with a three-mile drive through hundreds of breathtaking light displays featuring millions of twinkling bulbs. But the Holiday Festival of Lights is much more than just a driving tour! Park the car and experience exciting attractions custom-designed for holiday cheer at Santa’s Village and Winter Wonderland. There are many celebrated attractions to see and do, including:
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Wine Under The Oaks at Boone Hall Plantation
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011Wine Under the Oaks
Sunday Dec. 4, 2011 – 1:00pm – 5:00 pm
Boone Hall Plantation
1235 Long Point Road
Mt. Pleasant, S.C.
Dress: Casual
The casual and elegant affair welcomes visitors from all over to sample fine wines and delicious gourmet foods from featured Lowcountry chefs. Guests can enjoy live music, a fine selection of wines, and edible delicacies, while viewing the winning poster design of the 2011 Charleston Wine + Food Festival® poster completion.
Best of all, the event provides the perfect outlet for holiday shopping. Area culinary themed crafts will be available for sale and Boone Hall Farms will be selling all the wines available for sample. The Plantation will be decorated in holiday décor and it is the perfect way to kick-off the holiday season. Tickets to the Charleston Wine + Food Festival® are now on sale and make great holiday gifts! A portion of the proceeds benefit The American Red Cross.
This is an event for adults 21 years of age or older. We cannot permit anyone under 21 into this event. No babies, strollers, children, or pets. Thank you.
Charleston Holiday Boat Parade
Friday, November 25th, 2011One of Charleston’s most unique holiday events is our annual parade of boats! This year the parade will be held December 3rd. The parade begins along Mt. Pleasant at 5:00pm, Viewing from the Charleston peninsula begins at 6:30pm; Fireworks begin at approximately 6:45pm
You may participate in the parade by simply registering with the city, decorating your boat from stem to stern with lights, and joining us on the water. Thousands of spectators view the parade along the route from Mt. Pleasant to Charleston each year. The mid-point of the parade features a spectacular fireworks display shot from the harbor.
The parade begins at approximately 5:30PM near the Mt. Pleasant side and ends in the Ashley River, (after processing down the Charleston side of the Cooper River), at approximately 7:30PM. We say approximately, because of various factors, including wind, current, and the ability of the boats to maintain headway.
Captains and crews will be invited to the Captain’s Party at a date, time, and location to be announced. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place boats in both the power and sail categories, with the best-in-show award going to the highest scoring boat overall.
For those who also wish to attend the City of Charleston’s tree lighting ceremony in Marion Square on the same evening, there is ample time to get to the waterfront and enjoy both. We look forward to seeing you on the water!
Holiday Festival of Lights 2011
Saturday, November 12th, 2011Roast marshmallows… hold a loved one’s hand for a stroll down luminescent Enchanted Walking Trails … journey through more than 600 light displays… take a tour on the festival train or a whirl on the old fashioned carousel… sip rich hot chocolate… discover unique treasures at the festival gift shops.
Come see the Southeast’s most beloved holiday festival. Let the spirit of the season embrace you as James Island County Park comes alive with illumination! The journey begins with a three-mile drive through hundreds of breathtaking light displays featuring millions of twinkling bulbs. Stop to stretch your legs, your spirit, and your appetite at Santa’s Village and Winter Wonderland. Discover the magic of the Holiday Festival of Lights.
The Festival Express!
The train depot should be your first stop at Santa’s Village. Hop aboard the festival Railroad and travel through the Enchanted Forest for an intimate view of the lights! Each train ride has limited capacity, and scheduled rides sell out quickly. We suggest purchasing your tickets as soon as you get to Santa’s Village.
Gift Shops
Fufill those holiday wish lists with treasures from Santa’s Attic and The Incredible Gift Shoppe! The shops offer handcrafted holiday gifts including our official 24-carat gold collector series ornaments. Shop for stocking stuffers, holiday decorations, personalized ornaments, and more!
Santa’s Sweet Shoppe
Spoil your sweet tooth at Santa’s Sweet Shoppe where the aroma of specialty coffees, candy, and fresh baked temptations of fudge and Christmas cookies fill the air.
Holiday Sand Sculpture
Meticulously crafted from over 50-tons of sand, the holiday sand sculpture presents a different holiday scene each year.
Festival & Gift Shop Hours
Admission
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Battle of Secessionville, November 11 – 13, 2011
Saturday, November 5th, 2011SECESSIONVILLE Living History and Battle Reenactment
The Confederate Heritage Trust would like to thank all of people who attended or participated in the Living History and Battle of Secessionville Reenactment. If you missed the 2010 re-enactment, please make plans to attend the 2011 event.
One hundred forty-nine years ago, June 14, 1862, a small group of Confederates soldiers from the 1st SC Artillery had just completed a portion of the earthwork embankments of Tower Battery located on James Island. The battery came under assault in a pre-dawn attack from an invading Federal force. The ensuing battle proved disastrous for the invading Federals. Outmanned 3 to 1, the Confederate troops stood their ground and won a decisive victory that would signify Charleston’s strong defenses against the invading Federal forces. On November 11 – 13, 2011, history will repeat itself in the form of living history. Step back into time as men, women and children present what life may have been like during the Antebellum era. Become a part of that era with interactive historical displays. Come relive the actions of the men who fought with honor and courage as the Confederate Heritage Trust in association with Boone Hall Plantation bring you the 21st Annual Re-enactment of the Battle of Secessionville.
Friday, November 11th
9 a.m.-2 p.m. School field trip day
Saturday, Nov. 12th
7:00 Reveille
8:30 Morning Parade for both Armies
9:00 Camps open to public with ongoing living history demonstrations all day
11:00 Ladies Social at the Cotton Dock
11:00 Military Demonstrations on the Polo field
12:00 Armies march to Avenue of Oaks for lunch and Inspection Arms
12:25 James Adams speaks on the Black Confederate Soldiers
12:45 Edward Jack Smith, Poet and Performer, honors the Confederate Soldier
1:30 Armies Inspection Arms
2:00 Armies step off for the Battle of Secessionville
2:30 Description of the battle and talk on the H. L. Hunley at the battlefield
3:00 Battle of Secessionville Re-enacted
4:00 Armies Grand March in Review
Medical scenario in Confederate camp after the battle
6:00 Camps close to the public
8:00 Grand Ball
Sunday, Nov.13th
7:00 Reveille
8:30 Morning Parade for both Armies
9:00 Camps open to public with ongoing living history demonstrations all day
11:00 1862 church service at the Cotton Dock
12:00 Armies march to Avenue of Oaks for Inspection Arms
12:10 James Adams speaks on the Black Confederate Soldiers
12:30 Edward Jack Smith, Poet and Performer, honors the Confederate Soldier
1 p.m. Armies march off for the Veterans Day Service at the Battlefield
1:30 Veterans Day Service (Battlefield)
Description of the battle and talk on the H. L. Hunley
2:00 Battle of Secessionville Re-enacted
3:00 Armies Grand March in Review
Medical scenario in Confederate camp after the battle
6:00 Camps close to public
Harvest Fest on Johns Island
Saturday, October 29th, 2011Long ago, agricultural families in the Colonial Southeast and across America gathered every fall to give thanks and celebrate a bountiful Harvest season with a day of feasting, games, music and fun. To keep this spirited tradition alive, the Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission will host the 10th Annual Harvest Fest Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Mullet Hall Equestrian Center at Johns Island County Park.
Come on down and enjoy some foot-stompin’ live bluegrass music from five local bluegrass bands. There is plenty to keep the kiddies occupied including hay rides, a stick pony corral, pumpkin decorating, penny diving, lasso demonstrations, crafts and more.
Own a horse and looking for some adventure? As part of the festival, Mullet Hall Equestrian Center offers the Harvest Festival Weekend Trail Ride for horse owners November 4 – 6. Bring your horse, camping gear, and supplies for two nights of camping and trail riding on 20 miles of beautiful, wooded trails at Mullet Hall Equestrian Center. Pre-registration for Trail Ride/Camping is required.
Daniel Island Park Day
Thursday, October 20th, 2011A fall tradition in Charleston, Daniel Island’s Park Day is an entertaining day of events, field games, food and live music for the entire family. This popular Lowcountry festival has evolved into one of Charleston’s broadest scope charitable events, raising money and awareness for more than 20 area non-profit organizations. The day features a line-up of entertainment and events in a waterfront setting overlooking the Wando River. This fun-filled festival features a variety of events for the entire family, including live music, food, animal and nature exhibitions, games, crafts and more! Admission to this event is free. Some activities will require a nominal fee in order to raise money for area non-profit organizations.
Entertainment
11:00am – 11:30am
DJ’d music by Master of Ceremonies Bryan Mahanes
11:30am-11:45am
Carolina Karate Deomonstration
11:45am-12:00pm
DJ’d music and games for kids by Master of Ceremonies Bryan Mahanes
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Seven Once Band
12:30pm
Pie Judging Begins
1:00pm – 1:30pm
Performance by Daniel Island Hip Hop
1:30pm
Winners of Pie Baking Contest Announced
1:30pm – 2:45pm
Seven Once Band
2:45pm – 3:00pm
Southeast Talent Agency Vocal Performance
3:00pm – 3:15pm
Kids and Adult Dance Party Contest with Master of Ceremonies Bryan Mahanes
3:15pm – 5:00pm
East Coast Party Band
Pie Baking Contest presented by Daniel Island News
Click to download pie baking contest application (PDF file)
12:00pm - All pie entries must be checked in at the Concert Stage
12:30pm – Pie Tasting by Judges Begins
1:30pm - Pie Baking Winners announced at Concert Stage
1st Place Prize – $250 cash
$250 to the charity of choice
2nd & 3rd Place Prizes will also be awarded
Children’s Fun
Children’s Playhome Drawing
Doghouse Drawing
Mechanical Bull
Four Person Euro Bungee Trampoline
Interactive Tennis Zone
Jump Castles
“The Treasure Dig”
The Giant Mountain Slide
The Pumpkin Patch
Pony Rides
Arts & Crafts
Children’s Face Painting
Animals & Wildlife
Keeper of the Wild Exhibit
South Carolina Center for Birds of Prey
Animal Exhibits
Mini Petting Zoo
Dog Showcase
Roark’s Reptile Safari
Yard and Garden Showcase
Daniel Island Garden Club
Food & Beverages
Carvel Ice Cream & Nathan’s Hot Dogs
Chick-fil-A – Center Pointe
Daniel Island Grille & Dublin Down
Magwoods Seafood & Omar Shriners
Mike’s Hot Boiled Peanuts
Mr. Koolie
Orlando’s Pizza
Sticky Fingers
T & T’s Kettle Korn
Taste of Charleston 2011
Friday, October 7th, 2011Make plans now to visit Mount Pleasant’s Boone Hall Plantation on Saturday, October 8 and Sunday, October 9, 2011 from 10:30am – 5pm each day for the Taste of Charleston.
This celebration of Lowcountry cuisine will feature more than 40 of Charleston’s top casual and fine dining restaurants serving sample size portions of their signature dishes + beer and wine.
Activities include live entertainment from Homemade Wine, Children’s Area, the legendary Waiters’ Race and a Beer Garden featuring 40+ craft and specialty beers. The Southern Living Village will feature editor appearances, editorial-inspired vignettes, demonstrations, giveaways and more.
Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the gate and are good for admission only. Advance tickets are available on this page or at any area Southcoast Community Bank.
Food and beverage tickets will be purchased inside the event. Food and beverage items range from $2 – $6. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover credit cards on site.
Children 10 and under are free.
2011 Battling Chefs:
82 Queen’s Steven Lusby and Hall’s Chop House’s Matthew Niessner
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Red’s Icehouse’s Tomelex Copeland and Pearlz Oyster Bar’s Victoria Neikirk
Experience the Carribbean Right Here in Charleston
Friday, August 5th, 2011Reggae Nights – Summer Concert Series 2011
Saturdays: 8/6, 8/20
Get ready for a staple Charleston summertime series at James Island and Wannamaker County Parks this 2011 summer. Reggae music, refreshments and summertime live music at its best! 2011 Summer Reggae Concert Series is sponsored and presented by the Piggly Wiggly.
Selected Saturday evenings, during the summertime, around Charleston, SC, Reggae Musics fills the air!
The James Island County Park is a pristine stage for this Charleston, South Carolina event. The fresh saltwater breeze, along with a gorgeous marsh view, will make the evening of “island jams” complete. Wannamaker Park, located in North Charleston, SC has plenty of acreage also, with around 1,015 acres of wetlands and woodlands.
Adults are $8 (or 5 greenbax) and children under the age of 12 are free. Bring your blankets and chairs for a comfy seat. Gates open at 7:30 PM Music begins at 8:30 PM. Adult beverages will be available. No coolers please and keep pets on a leash. Please bring proper ID if you are
