Come and join us for the festivities! French Quarter Inn will be fully decorated with a 15-foot Christmas tree in the rotunda with complimentary offerings including cider, hot chocolate and gingerbread cookies. Don't miss out on holiday celebrations at our Top 5 Hotel in the United States, ranked by TripAdvisor Travelers!
The Sleigh Bell Suite
The ultimate holiday hideaway, our special Sleigh Bell Suite is completely decked out in holiday décor with garland and mistletoe. Enjoy freshly-baked warm cookies with milk while cozying up next to the fireplace and Christmas tree in the suite’s festive foyer. Other holiday amenities include bourbon-spiced eggnog, classic holiday movie screenings, a special reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas from Santa on Christmas Eve and the melodies of Christmas carolers on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Festivities at French Quarter Inn
Christmas Eve
- Movie screenings shown in Linguard Room with popcorn and refreshments available. Showing Elf in the afternoon and It’s A Wonderful Life in the evening.
- Extended Wine & Cheese hour (with Elf service!)
- Carolers singing classic Christmas songs.
- Santa Clause reading of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas and mingling with guests.
- Dessert + port reception with holiday themed treats.
Christmas Day
- Extended Wine & Cheese hour (with Elf service!)
- Carolers singing classic Christmas songs.
- Dessert + port reception with holiday themed treats.
Events on the Peninsula
Please note that Events are subject to change and may have limited capacity.
The Sound of Charleston
The city's longest running musical production presents a special Holiday Edition. You will hear the music of our history from gospel to Gershwin, music of the Civil War, jazz and light classics.
Charleston Holiday Parade of Boats
Participants decorate their boats and sail the Charleston Harbor to delight thousands gathered along the shore.
Holiday Tours
See how Charleston's most storied residences deck the halls, discover holiday traditions passed down from our city's earliest families and hum along with Gullah spirituals and holiday tunes.
Holiday Farmer’s Market
Charleston's Holiday Farmer's Market in Marion Square will operate on Saturdays & Sundays, from December 5th - 19th with featured farm products, packaged food vendors and artisans & crafters.