Downtown Christmas Magic

100 S Dargan St, Florence, SC 29506, USA

Kick start the holiday season with Downtown Florence during Downtown Christmas Magic. Visitors are invited to take their families and little ones out to celebrate the magic of the holiday season with free hot cocoa and marshmallow roasting while supplies last, decorated downtown storefronts, the Jingle and Mingle kids area filled with holiday crafts and games, a meet and greet with Santa Claus, and more. Downtown Christmas Magic is held on the first Friday in December from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Admission is FREE.

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Other Upcoming Events

DEC 5

DC Fastpitch - Toys 4 Tots

Toys 4 Tots All donations will go to the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Format will be as follows 2 Poo...

DEC 5

The Metropolitan Opera: Samson et Dalia

Sacred, scandalous, and irresistibly alluring, Saint-Saëns’s spectacular take on the biblical hero of legen...

DEC 7

The Quiet Chapter Silent Book Club

Welcome to the book club with no assigned reading!Take whatever book you're in the middle of at the moment,...

DEC 8

Adult Basic Computer Workshop

Adult Computer Basic Workshop is an introductory program with a different weekly topic. The class is design...

DEC 8

PPL Book Club

PPL Book Club pick for December is Twice by Mitch Albom. Copies will be available for checkout at PPL circu...

DEC 8

Adult Book Club

They are a friendly, low-pressure group that loves a good read and a great conversation. They meet every ev...

DEC 10

Sip & Stitch

Take your own portable craft such as knitting, crochet, sewing, cross stitch, and other fiber arts and go c...

DEC 12

Reindeer Dash 5K

Florence Downtown Development is thrilled to introduce a brand new event in the Downtown Florence holiday l...

DEC 12

Family Day - Artful Ornaments

Join Florence County Museum on Saturday, 12/12, from 1pm to 3pm for Family Day – Artful Ornaments. Celebrat...

DEC 13

Second Sunday Tours - Pee Dee History Gallery

Join Florence County Museum for a free, docent-led tour of the museum’s Pee History Gallery.

DEC 13

The Christmas Star

Join Dooley Planetarium on Sunday, December 13, 2026, for The Christmas Star as part of their FREE public p...

DEC 15

Florence Symphony - Holiday Pops

Celebrate the season with joy, warmth, and a touch of sparkle in this festive Holiday Pops tradition. Fille...

DEC 15

Adult Basic Computer Workshop

Adult Computer Basic Workshop is an introductory program with a different weekly topic. The class is design...

DEC 15

Crafternoon

5k - 5th graders can join Pamplico Public Library for theirCrafts with the Famous Artists Series. This mont...

DEC 18

South Carolina Ballet - The Nutcracker

William Starrett’s Nutcracker, South Carolina’s most loved holiday tradition. This sumptuous production bri...

DEC 18

FLT's Christmas Extravaganza

Step into the magic of the season at FLT’s Christmas Extravaganza! Amidst the hustle and bustle of December...

DEC 19 - DEC 20

South Carolina President's Cup

Fall Cup Dates: December 19-20, 2026 Location: Florence Soccer Complex 3701 W Palmetto St Florence, SC 2950...

DEC 19

Wreaths Across America

This year, National Wreaths Across America Day will be held on Saturday, December 19, 2026. Join the more t...

DEC 20

The Christmas Star

Join Dooley Planetarium on Sunday, December 20, 2026, for The Christmas Star as part of their FREE public p...

DEC 22

Adult Basic Computer Workshop

Adult Computer Basic Workshop is an introductory program with a different weekly topic. The class is design...

DEC 29

Adult Basic Computer Workshop

Adult Computer Basic Workshop is an introductory program with a different weekly topic. The class is design...

JAN 1

First Day Hike

Woohoo!!! It's a NEW YEAR and let's get it started off RIGHT! Get out and get some fresh air and exercise i...

JAN 1

First Day Horseback Ride

Happy New Year! Start your New Year's resolution out on the right hoof and hit a State Park equestrian trai...

JAN 5 - JAN 29

ArtFields Jr

Celebrate the creativity, imagination, and talent of the next generation of artists during the ArtFields Jr...

JAN 9

Family Day - Science & Snowy Fun

Join Florence County Museum on Saturday, 1/9, from 1:00 – 3:00 pm for Family Day – Winter Science & Sno...

JAN 17

American Pop

Featuring The Box Tops, The Buckinghams, and The Grass Roots, American Pop brings together three of America...

JAN 23

The Metropolitan Opera: La Fanciulla del West

Puccini’s exhilarating drama of the Wild West returns in a new staging by Richard Jones, marking the compan...

FEB 9

Florence Symphony - Beethoven Forward

Bold and visionary, this all-Beethoven program celebrates music that still moves us forward. The evening op...

FEB 13

Family Day - A Heart for Art

Join Florence County Museum on Saturday, 2/13, from 1pm to 3pm for Family Day – A Heart for Art. Share a lo...

FEB 28

Fantasy: The Earth, Wind, and Fire Experience

A new immersive, theatrically staged, multimedia concert experience blending world class musicianship, powe...

MAR 4

FMU String Ensemble

Conductor, Dr. Terry Roberts

MAR 6

South Carolina Ballet - Sleeping Beauty

One of ballet’s most celebrated masterpieces, Sleeping Beauty embodies the elegance, beauty, and technical...

MAR 6 - MAR 14

Stephen King's Misery

This psychological thriller based on Stephen King’s novel Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul S...

MAR 7

2027 SC Bridal Showcase

At the SC Bridal Showcase, they have everything from the engagement ring to the honeymoon and beyond. You c...

MAR 10

FMU Concert Band

Conductor, Dr. Terry Roberts

MAR 13 - APR 23

Americans, a Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition

Americans, a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street and the National Museum of t...

MAR 13

Family Day - Feed & Observe the Birds

Join Florence County Museum on Saturday, 3/13, from 1pm to 3pm for Family Day – Feed & Observe the Bird...

MAR 14

The Texas Tenors

The Texas Tenors are the most successful music group and third highest selling artist in the history of Ame...

MAR 20

The Metropolitan Opera: Silent Night

Following his smash-hit company debut with The Hours, composer Kevin Puts returns to the Met with his Pulit...

APR 3

The Metropolitan Opera: Manon

Following her radiant performance in Gounod’s Roméo et Juliette—which garnered raves for “high notes that s...

Nearby Places to Explore

2 miles range

STAY

Hyatt Place Florence / Downtown

Situated in the heart of Florence, South Carolina, Hyatt Place Florence/Downtown is your perfect gateway to...

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Kress Corner

On March 3-4, 1960, members of the Florence Youth branch of the NAACP staged protest demonstrations here at...

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The Spa At Hotel Florence

DINING

Town Hall

The Southern-inspired menu for Town Hall changes with the seasons with a selection of starters and entrees...

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Florence Chamber of Commerce

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Chocobella

ChocoBella tempts with Dark Chocolate Pecan Bon Bons, a decadent bite-sized indulgence you won’t want to s...

DINING

The Dispensary

Located upstairs at Town Hall, we're Florence's first rooftop restaurant.

CLOTHING STORE

Victors

Victors Chophouse serves the fresh and flavorful Anne Spinach Salad, topped with pecans for a crisp Southe...

STAY

Hotel Florence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Welcome to Hotel Florence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, a dazzling destination located at 126 W Evans St...

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The Waters Building

STORE

Barringer General Store

Barringer General Store is packed with pecan goodies, from candies and sauces to jams and more — the charm...

EVENT VENUES

FMU Kelley Center

Francis Marion University’s Kelley Center for Economic Development has been dedicated to the economic growt...

EVENT VENUES

Francis Marion University Place

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FMU Steven F. Gately Gallery

DINING

El Agave Mexican Restaurant

CLOTHING STORE

V. Marie Style

EVENT VENUES

El Venue of Florence

Our new venue is more than just a business, it’s a reflection of everything we love about Florence: communi...

PLAY

Roy Adams Breezeway

DINING

THE LOFT DOWNTOWN BAR & GRILL

DINING

Wholly Smokin’

Wholly Smokin’ offers a Warm Goat Cheese Salad sprinkled with pecans, a savory favorite that adds Southern...

BREAKFAST

LilJazZi's

LilJazzi’s serves up golden pecan waffles, a sweet and crunchy favorite that’s a perfect start to your day...

DINING

Leaf Lounge

BOOK STORE

Jack's Books

Jack’s Books features unique pecan-inspired finds — from scented candles to books and more — adding a warm...

SHOPPING

Ella's Boutique Etcete'ra

AMERICAN

Lula's Coffee Co

Lula’s Coffee energizes the Trail with their Spiced Chai blended with butter pecan and espresso, a cozy ye...

AMERICAN

Birds Nest

SHOPPING

Agathoula's

DINING

The Thai House and Sushi Bar

CLOTHING STORE

Trendy Twist Boutique

FOOD

Smiling Scoops

PLAY

Florence County Museum

The Florence County Museum reflects the region’s rich artistic, cultural and historic heritage. Through a d...

SHOPPING

Smart Phone Repair

DINING

King Jefe Taco and Sushi Bar

SERVICES

S/W Printing Co

PLAY

Downtown Christmas Magic

Other Upcoming Events

DC Fastpitch - Toys 4 Tots

The Metropolitan Opera: Samson et Dalia

The Quiet Chapter Silent Book Club

Adult Basic Computer Workshop

PPL Book Club

Adult Book Club

Sip & Stitch

Reindeer Dash 5K

Family Day - Artful Ornaments

Second Sunday Tours - Pee Dee History Gallery

The Christmas Star

Florence Symphony - Holiday Pops

Adult Basic Computer Workshop

Crafternoon

South Carolina Ballet - The Nutcracker

FLT's Christmas Extravaganza

South Carolina President's Cup

Wreaths Across America

The Christmas Star

Adult Basic Computer Workshop

Adult Basic Computer Workshop

First Day Hike

First Day Horseback Ride

ArtFields Jr

Family Day - Science & Snowy Fun

American Pop

The Metropolitan Opera: La Fanciulla del West

Florence Symphony - Beethoven Forward

Family Day - A Heart for Art

Fantasy: The Earth, Wind, and Fire Experience

FMU String Ensemble

South Carolina Ballet - Sleeping Beauty

Stephen King's Misery

2027 SC Bridal Showcase

FMU Concert Band

Americans, a Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition

Family Day - Feed & Observe the Birds

The Texas Tenors

The Metropolitan Opera: Silent Night

The Metropolitan Opera: Manon

Nearby Places to Explore

Hyatt Place Florence / Downtown

Kress Corner

The Spa At Hotel Florence

Town Hall

Florence Chamber of Commerce

Chocobella

The Dispensary

Lady & Kids

Cru Wine & Tap

James Allen Plaza

McCants Lingerie Ent., Inc.

Edible Arrangements

Victors

Hotel Florence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Waters Building

Barringer General Store

FMU Kelley Center

Francis Marion University Place

FMU Steven F. Gately Gallery

El Agave Mexican Restaurant

V. Marie Style

El Venue of Florence

Roy Adams Breezeway

THE LOFT DOWNTOWN BAR & GRILL

Wholly Smokin’

LilJazZi's

Leaf Lounge

Jack's Books

Ella's Boutique Etcete'ra

Lula's Coffee Co

Birds Nest

Agathoula's

The Thai House and Sushi Bar

Trendy Twist Boutique

Smiling Scoops

Florence County Museum

Smart Phone Repair