A Local’s Guide to Holiday Events in Folly Beach
2024
Want to get away for the holidays, but not sure where to start? These Folly Beach holiday events are the perfect happenings to plan your coastal excursion around and enjoy local traditions. Imagine grabbing your freshly brewed cup of coffee and heading to your personal balcony to bask in the breeze of a calm Christmas morning.
Not only are you on vacation, but you’re in a charming Folly Beach vacation rental, soaking up the most magical time of the year like a true local. These annual holiday events will give you insight to what it’s like to experience Folly Beach's winter season and the charm that draws visitors near and far for the celebration of the season.
Add These Folly Beach Holiday Events to Your Coastal Vacation
Folly Beach, SC, is full of fun and quirky traditions making it a must-visit destination year-round. From the lighting of the community Christmas tree to the excitement of the New Year’s Eve Flip Flop Drop, the holiday season fills our beach community with warmth and joy. Join us for the holiday season, and you may even look forward to making some of our traditions yours!
Annual Folly Beach Tree Lighting at Folly River Park
Nov 29, 2024 | 7:00 PM
The holiday season at Folly River Park begins with the yearly Folly Beach Tree Lighting. Get together with loved ones, friends, and Folly Beach neighbors to sing along to traditional Christmas carols. This anticipated community event is the perfect way to get into the spirit of the season.
Santa’s Folly River Park Meetup
December 13, 2024 | 6:00 PM
For this holiday destination, Santa trades in his sleigh for a golf cart and makes a special appearance at Folly River Park! Bring the whole family to snap photos with St. Nick and share your holiday wishes. The kids will have a blast crafting special gifts for their parents or picking out a memento at Santa's workshop.
34th Annual Folly Beach Christmas Parade
December 14, 2024 | 6:00 PM
Join the 34th annual Folly Beach Christmas Parade as it returns to delight the community. Witness the creativity of local groups and organizations as they showcase unique holiday-themed floats and walking groups down Center Street. Look out for Santa riding atop the fire truck, and feel free to join the fun by filling out a participation application.
Annual New Year’s Eve Flip Flop Drop
December 31, 2024 | 9:30 PM - 12:00 AM
If you're spending New Year's in Folly Beach, don't miss the annual Flip Flop Drop on Center Street. Instead of a traditional ball drop, we lower large, illuminated flip flops to ring in the new year. After the drop, enjoy a stunning fireworks display, and then head to one of the many Folly Beach restaurants open for continued New Year's celebrations.
The Bill Murray Polar Plunge
Jan 1, 2025 | Folly Beach
After ringing in the New Year, take a plunge in the chilly Atlantic waters during the Polar Plunge to honor Bill Murray, South Carolina’s favorite part-time resident. Dress up as your favorite Bill Murray character or wackiest beach attire and race into the waves! “Freeze your bills off” and enjoy the costume contest, a free t-shirt, and more to finish off the holiday season.
Make Your Last Minute Holiday Reservations in Folly Beach, SC
This holiday season, don't just visit Folly Beach – make it your home away from home by getting in on local traditions and staying in accommodations that represent the charm of Folly Beach. Choosing a Folly Beach vacation rental over a hotel means having the space and privacy to create an authentic experience that can’t be matched.
Whether you’re looking for a fully-equipped kitchen to feed the whole family, or you need a nice backdrop for your holiday photos, booking with Folly Vacation is the perfect way to start planning your trip. Browse our three-bedroom and four-bedroom Folly Beach vacation rentals to secure your reservation before we fill up!
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