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A lovely mix of modern and old-fashioned traditions, the holidays in South Carolina include everything from Charleston's "big city - bright lights" extravaganza to a look back at 19th century Southern Christmas customs.

Take a look at major events kicking off the holiday season throughout the state ...

More information about Christmas in SC around the Web:

Charleston Holiday Festival of Lights - Millions of lights ablaze in a three-mile driving tour of almost 600 holiday displays, plus attractions along the way including Santa's Village, train rides, carousel rides and lots more.

The Carolina Opry Christmas Special - The annual holiday spectacular in Myrtle Beach with information on this year's schedule, ticket purchase, preview photos and video.

Plantation Yuletide - Charleston's Middleton Place decked out for the holidays including exhibitions of 19th century Christmas traditions, carriage rides and tours of the museum.

Hollywild Animal Park Holiday Lights Safari - Check out this year's schedule for the annual drive-thru of dazzling Christmas lights, herds of wild animals and entry to the Enchanted Deer Forest in Wellford.

Governor's Carolighting - Information and slideshow of the official lighting of South Carolina's Christmas tree at the State House in Columbia, with an entertainment extravaganza including band music, singing and caroling.

Saluda Shoals Park Holiday Lights - Columbia comes alive in a blaze of sparkling light displays plus family-friendly fun including hayrides, craft activities and visits with Santa.

Ashtabula Christmas Candlelight Tour - Join reenactors for a look back at a 19th century Christmas including period decorations, music and refreshments.

Sumter's Fantasy of Lights - A million lights illuminating Swan Lake-Iris Gardens with visits to Santa, holiday entertainment, plus more information on the Sumter Poinsettia Festival.

Christmas Tree Farms in Southeastern South Carolina - Precut and pick-your-own Christmas tree farms throughout the region with contact details, driving directions.

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