Here we have listed some of our favorite things to do in this beautiful city, with the inclusion of some festive activities as well.
This is one of the most beautiful parks and one of our favorite places to walk with Dakota! This is also where we had our engagement shoot.
The Holiday Festival of Lights goes from 5:30-10:00 PM nightly from 11/15 through 12/31. It is one of Sarah and Ryan's favorite winter activities!
If you're interested in walking around downtown before the wedding on Sunday, Second Sunday on King Street is a fun option! King Street is closed off to traffic from Queen Street to Calhoun Street starting at 12:00 PM and there are plenty artists, food vendors, and shopping.
This is where Ryan proposed and is the station they take Dakota to run around every weekend for off-leash dog hours!
One of our favorite Sunday traditions, if you are looking for something to fill your morning the day of the wedding, this is a fun market to check out! It has live music, tons of vendors, and delicious food. This is on James Island and goes from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Lots of fun restaurants and bars to bop around right on the water in Mount Pleasant! Only a 10 minute drive from downtown.
The South Carolina Aquarium puts on a holiday light show every year and is one of Sarah and Ryan's favorite holiday traditions! Ensure you purchase tickets for this event ahead of time.
This is a little outside of Charleston but is a must see. A stunning park where they filmed The Notebook.
This market is right in the center of downtown Charleston, located in Marion Square. It goes every Saturday morning from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. There are always cool vendors and plenty of food!