"Following where my camera leads me!"

"Following where my camera leads me!"

Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Festival of Lights in Charleston

We spent an evening before Christmas at the 26th annual Festival of Lights at James Island County Park.


I don't remember this gorgeous blue tree from years past.....I think it was a new addition this year. I loved the blue color!

to see a minute of the dancing trees click here:

Dancing Trees video


The sweet little merry go round has lots of friendly animals ready to take the kids for a ride. 




There is also a train ride, food court, kettle corn, sand sculptures, gift shop, and fire pits where you can roast your marshmallows.



The giant greeting cards made by local school children are one of my favorite displays each year and I love to slowly walk along and view each one. 











We enjoy making our way through the three miles of twinkling bright light displays, many dancing/moving/interacting. Most people drive through but you may walk through too. I always pop popcorn and pack cookies and drinks as well.












Its a bright and festive way to spend a December evening every year, and also where we take little granddaughter to visit with Santa each year. One year it was cold but this year we didn't even wear coats.

6 comments:

  1. what a fun event...i also love the kids cards, they did great work! the crocodile on the merry-go-round is cute!

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  2. How nice that the weather was warm for your visit. Looks like so much fun. The blue tree is beautiful!

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  3. Great photos! All the lights are fantastic!

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  4. What a fabulous city you live in to offer this holiday treat! And I too would love walking along to appreciate each of these special large cards made by school children.

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  5. Wow.... the merry go round..... long time since I sat in one.

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  6. What a great festival, such beautiful displays of all kinds! The giant greeting cards are adorable! Have a great weekend Debbi!

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