The City of Aiken is the perfect place to begin a Holiday Tradition. Christmas in Aiken means exciting holiday packages, magical events, festive shopping + dining experiences, caroling on the street corners and so much more...
Dates from Oct 18 until Oct 27See Details for specific dates and times.
The Western Carolina State Fair is full of family fun!
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Date: Oct 23
Create and trim unique hats suitable for Steeplechase and the Kentucky Derby.
Date: Nov 9
Paint a gorgeous platter for your home. Choose from several Fall or Halloween themes.
Create a beautiful, one of a kind scarf from Merino and local Southdown wool.
Create at least three clay ornaments, more if time permits. Snowflakes, stars and angels will make wonderful additions to any Christmas Tree!
Date: Nov 16
Create and trim a fascinating fascinator for all your holiday parties.
Date: Nov 23
Learn how to make delicate french candles, mini sugar scrubs, botanical pulp wrapped soaps, chocolate dipped treats, bath salts, botanical sachets and marbled glass ornaments all wrapped with beautiful ribbons and fresh holiday greenery.
Date: Nov 28
The Bloodies and Bagels event will be held on the lawn of the Aiken County Historical Museum.
This ceremony pays homage to the various traditions of foxhunting, to the heritage of Aiken’s historic hunt culture, and to the skilled hounds that make this sport so engaging.
Dates from Dec 6 until Dec 31See Details for specific dates and times.
Join us for the third annual Festival of Trees at the Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum. Be sure to stop by on Thursday, December 5 at 4:00 p.m. as we light the trees. Vote for your favorite tree until Friday, December 20. The winner will be announced at Santa at the Depot on Saturday, December 21.
Dates from Dec 6 until Dec 7See Details for specific dates and times.
The show features crafts with over 100 talented artisans from across the Southeast. There are sure to be crafts for everyone’s style, taste, and budget. The Christmas Craft Show is a great place to shop for you holiday gifts and décor.
Date: Dec 6
Join us as we celebrate the holidays with a special evening on Newberry Street in downtown Aiken.
Date: Dec 7
Students will learn how to stamp copper to make personalized metal objects! Stamp your own holiday ornament, keychain or pendant.
Create your own print by carving on block linoleum then use it to make your own holiday cards! 12 blank cards & envelopes provided.
Make your own set of personalized wine glasses in just one morning.
Follow the instructor step-by-step painting an Aiken winter scene, then make your own Christmas cards with the final painting by ordering through a local print shop.
Join the owner of Cloudberry and Willow Floral Design to inspire your creativity and come make a beautiful fresh bespoke wreath.
Create your own holiday ornament and cookie cutter in this workshop. Students will learn how to stamp, cut and bend copper & brass to create holiday gifts.
Dates from Dec 7 until Dec 8See Details for specific dates and times.
Pull out those Christmas pajamas, a soft blanket and a pillow and join us for a showing of The Polar Express!
Date: Dec 12
Luminaries will line the streets of beautiful Downtown Aiken.
Dates from Dec 14 until Dec 21See Details for specific dates and times.
Do some Christmas shopping at the Aiken County Farmers Market!
Dates from Dec 14 until Dec 26See Details for specific dates and times.
The 28th Annual Christmas in Hopelands event will transform Hopelands Gardens in Aiken, South Carolina December 14-23, and 26 from 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. An enchanting walk-through light exhibit with over 100,000 lights.
Photo Credit: Mark Hudson
Date: Dec 20
Get into the holiday spirit and join us for a fun-filled morning creating jumping elves and a holiday painting. Ages 4K - 4th grade.
Date: Dec 21
Join us as we celebrate Christmas at the Depot with Santa!
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