Mount Pleasant Towne Centre will be hosting another season of festive events this holiday season, including the lighting of its 40-foot Christmas tree, photos with Santa, and horse drawn carriage rides, plus two new events – Lights & Love and Merry & Bright. Beginning on Nov. 19 with the annual Lights Up tree lighting, the Towne Centre is anticipating a full season of merry moments, beautiful decorations and holiday cheer.
“We are delighted to kick off another holiday season featuring our most exciting and festive events,” said Kathleen Herrmann, Marketing Director at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre. “This year, we are ready to welcome the community to Towne Centre to enjoy our most-loved traditions and to make new memories with our updated event lineup, including brand-new experiences.”
Throughout the Towne Centre, guests can stop and pose for a holiday-themed photo in front of one of two fluorescent 22-foot reindeers located by Barnes and Noble and Jon Smith Subs, and the life-size “JOY” sign located by the main fountain. Overhead twinkling lights will be strung along Belk Drive, turning the Towne Centre into a beautifully lit destination for the whole season.
A full line-up of the holiday festivities at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre is outlined below:
Lights Up: Charleston’s favorite holiday tradition and the Towne Centre’s biggest event of the year, Lights Up, is back for another season. On Saturday, Nov. 19 beginning at 6 p.m., Belk Drive will “light up” with a stunning laser light show and the official lighting of the Towne Centre’s 40-foot Christmas Tree. To help ring in the joyous season and accompany the laser light show, East Cooper Baptist Church Choir & Orchestra and Jared Petteys and the Headliners will perform a mix of popular songs and beloved holiday tunes. Treats and drinks will be available from Burtons Grill & Bar, SAVI Cucina & Wine Bar, Wine Cellar Wine & Gifts, Zimo’s Gyros, Madrigals Tacos, & Lobster, The Ice Cream Team, Holy City Popcorn and Holy City Homemade Italian Ice, as well as face painting by Faith and balloon animals by Carol’s Balloon Art. Don’t miss seeing our celebrity guest, Santa Claus! For more information visit https://www.
The BIG Give Black Friday Gift Card Giveaway: To celebrate Black Friday this year, Towne Centre will once again be hosting a special gift card raffle giveaway. Six lucky winners will receive a $500 gift card to their Towne Centre store or restaurant of choice! Beginning at 9 a.m. on Nov. 25, tables in front of Belk will be open for registration. Winners will be drawn at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon. All winners must be present in order to win. Johnny O, 95SX on-air personality, will be emceeing the event. For more information, visit: https://mtpleasanttownecentre.
Photos with Santa: Saint Nicholas himself will again visit the Towne, arriving on Nov. 25. Santa will take up residence in a North Pole-inspired space at 1748 Towne Centre Way (across from Belk Men’s) at Towne Centre for another season of festive photo-ops. Bring your family and friends and enjoy professional photographs with Santa beginning on Nov. 25 and continuing every day through Dec. 24. Your furry friends can join the fun as well, with special pet photos available every Monday. All pets must be leashed or crated while in the North Pole. Additionally, each child will receive a free chocolate pop from Sweet Julep’s. Photo package prices start at $33.99. Make your reservations now at: http://vipholidayphotos.com/
Horse Drawn Carriage Rides: Looking for a day of cozy sightseeing? Bundle up and grab some hot cocoa before climbing aboard the Towne Centre’s complimentary horse drawn carriage rides. On Saturdays and Sundays from Thanksgiving to Christmas, guests can ride in style as they take in the beautiful holiday decorations adorning the Towne Centre. From 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Carriages will depart from Palmetto Grande Cinema and Belk.
Lights & Love: This year, the Towne Centre is thrilled to introduce a brand-new holiday event. Lights & Love is a special holiday lights walk for Autism and Neurodiversity awareness. The Towne Centre is partnering with JustBee, a female-owned non-profit organization that aims to connect neurodivergent individuals and families with their surrounding communities. On Sunday, Dec. 4 beginning at 6 p.m., the Towne Centre and JustBee will welcome all families to participate in a magical evening of sensory-friendly performances and entertainment, including a holiday lights scavenger hunt. For more information, visit: https://mtpleasanttownecentre.
Merry & Bright: On Saturday, Dec. 10, the Towne Centre will fill with magnificent melodies at the Merry & Bright holiday concert. Starting at 5 p.m. the incredible David Higgins will perform live with opening act Charleston Voices Youth Choir for a night of holiday music. Pull up a chair or blanket, grab a bite from one of the delicious Food Trucks and a drink from Burtons Grill & Bar, and settle in for a breathtaking concert. Guests will receive free admission with the donation of a non-perishable food item, supporting East Cooper Community Outreach.
To find out more about Mount Pleasant Towne Centre’s seasonal experiences, visit mtpleasanttownecentre.com and engage with the Towne Centre on Instagram and Facebook.
About Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
Mount Pleasant Towne Centre is the premier mixed-use community in Charleston, South Carolina. The 500,000-square-foot open-air shopping destination is set on 51 acres with over 60 stores and restaurants, the Regal Palmetto Grande movie theater, the Hyatt Place hotel and a beautiful greenspace activated with events. A curated mix of shopping, chef-driven dining, upscale accommodations, community-inspired events and welcoming gathering spaces draw locals and visitors alike to soak up the luxury of Lowcountry Living and enjoy a day on the Towne.
