Looking for holiday events in Anderson, SC? You’ve found the right place! We have information on parades, ice skating, shopping, where to find Santa, and more are all waiting for you in this list of holiday events and things to do in Anderson, SC.
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Things to Do for Holidays in Anderson County
Free Fun for the Holidays in Anderson
Santa Sightings in Anderson
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Holiday Fun In Anderson County
Drive Through The Anderson Lights Display
Thanksgiving Day through Christmas Day | 5:30 – 10 PM
Anderson Lights includes 2.5 miles of light displays, a Christmas village, an opportunity to see Santa, and unique entertainment scheduled on select nights. The 2021 price of admission was just $10 a car. 2022 information TBA.
Shop From Local Vendors
- Pendleton Christkindlmarkt
Fridays and Saturdays November 25th through December 10th, 2022.
An outdoor market located in Pendleton’s Village Square.
- The Holly Jolly Holiday Fair
November 18th – 20th, 2022
This holiday fair includes lots of local vendors you already love, plus demonstrations, food trucks, live music, and visits with Santa! The tickets start at $6 per person, and there are VIP options available.
Go Ice Skating In Wren Park
Opens December 2nd, 2022
Enjoy outdoor Ice Skating this holiday season at the Holiday Ice skating rink in Wren Park.
Free Fun To Have During The Holidays In Anderson
The holidays can stress our wallets, so free and cheap fun is always a welcome sight! We’ve found ways to celebrate the holiday season that won’t break the bank.
View The Trees at The Christmas Tree Festival
November 14th through November 21st, 2022
View the decorated trees, wreaths, and centerpieces available to purchase to benefit the Hospice of The Foothills. Admission to view the decorations is free.
Attend A Holiday Parade
There are plenty of places to sit along the parade routes, and it’s always a good idea to bring a bag to catch any candy thrown out to the kids from floats. Also, don’t forget that hot cocoa and a comfy chair and blanket to stay toasty depending on the weather!
- The Annual Anderson Christmas Parade
December 4th, 2022 | Starts at 3 PM
Anderson’s annual Christmas parade is on December 5th this year. The parade route runs from Greenville Street starting at 3 PM and runs to Highland Avenue where it finishes at approximately 4:45 PM.
- The Annual Clemson Christmas Parade
December 6th, 2022 | Starts at 6 PM
The City of Clemson’s Parade festivities begin at 5 pm, with the actual parade kicking off at 6 pm. The parade route runs from College Avenue to Strode Circle.
Christmas Tree Lighting in Anderson
- Anderson Christmas Tree Lighting, December 2nd, 2022 at 6 pm
Christmas at the Library
Libraries are always a great source of free fun! While you’ll need an Anderson library card to check out books, you don’t need one to attend the fun, free events they have planned.
See Santa in Anderson
We asked the elves for Santa’s appearance schedule this season. Here’s a list of places where you find Santa this year in Anderson. Snap a photo, enjoy some cookies, and don’t forget to share your Christmas wish list!
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