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.