December 9-22, 2023
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm

The Annual Christmas in Hopelands event will transform Hopelands Gardens in Aiken, South Carolina. Guests can spend time with friends and family as they stroll through Hopelands Gardens, taking in the sights and sounds of the holiday season while sipping hot cocoa or apple cider.

Live entertainment is provided on the Roland H. Windham Performing Arts Stage at 7:00 p.m. Spectators should bring a blanket or use the natural amphitheater seating to enjoy the shows. Performances are subject to change.

  • December 10 – Catherine GGT Productions Presents “A Merry Christmas”
  • December 11- Jolly fellow Choristers
  • December 12 – Southern Elite Cloggers
  • December 13 – Aiken Sheriff’s Pipes and Drums
  • December 14 – East Aiken School for the Arts
  • December 15 – Renovate Ballet
  • December 16 – Suzuki Strings
  • December 17 – Aiken High Jazz Band
  • December 18 – AAA Homeschool Band
  • December 19 – Jolly fellow Choristers
  • December 20 – Brooke Lundy and John Vaughn
  • December 21- Unity Dance Company
  • December 22 – Josh Martin

This enchanting walk-through exhibit features over two miles of lighted pathways and illuminated displays. With over 100,000 twinkling lights in the peaceful setting of Hopelands Gardens, this event should be at the top of your holiday bucket list.

  • Dec. 9 – 22 6:00 – 9:30 pm.
  • Shuttle departs from Citizens Park: 1060 Banks Mill Rd 5:45-8:45 PM
  • Handicap parking available: 135 Dupree Place

CIH Flyer 2023

2023 CIH press release