Every December, something magical happens in Conway, South Carolina. As the air turns chilly and the days grow shorter, Conway sparkles to life like it stepped right out of a storybook. Twinkling lights line the streets, cheerful music fills the air, and the whole town feels wrapped in holiday joy.
Our Kidding Around Contributor, Rebecca, brought her family to visit Conway at Christmas, and she has all the details for you below!
When the Lights Turn On
The fun kicks off with the Great Conway Christmas Light Switch-On. Families gather in the town square, sipping warm cocoa and counting down together. When the lights glow on all at once—on trees, shops, and rooftops—everyone cheers. It really does feel like magic!
Conway at Christmas ends on December 31st with a New Year’s Eve Fireworks display!
Walk through the Amazing Lights in Conway
Our favorite thing to do when visiting Conway at Christmas is to stroll through downtown and the Christmas Village. Conway’s downtown is fully decorated with so many colorful lights. It’s cheerful and fun, and a great way to get a little Fa-La-La-La-La boost if you’re needing one this time of year.
Photos: Conway, SC at Christmas
Jump into the sites of Christmas in Conway, SC.
Gorgeous, right?
More Christmas Fun for Families in Conway
The lights and decor downtown are worth the visit all by themselves, but, if you’re looking for more to do the town hosts all kinds of special events throughout the season on select days. If you missed these events in 2025, don’t worry, many will be back in 2026!
- Visit Santa’s Workshop: Santa sets up a cozy workshop where kids can share their wish lists, snap photos, and even watch elves make toys.
- Drive the Celebration of Lights: Load up the car, turn up the holiday tunes, and drive through the Celebration of Lights for a magical display the whole family will love. $5 per car. More information: Conway Celebration of Lights
- Holiday Parade: A colorful parade winds through Main Street with decorated floats, marching bands, dancers, and pets in festive costumes.
- Cookie Decorating at the Bakery: Conway’s local bakery hosts cookie-decorating days where kids can frost, sprinkle, and snack on their sweet creations.
- Christmas Craft Corner: The library and community center sometimes offer hands-on fun like ornament-making, card designing, and wreath decorating.
- Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides: Bundle up in a blanket and take a cozy ride through town while hearing stories about Conway’s Christmas traditions.
- Carol Sing-Alongs: Evenings come alive with carolers gathered near the big Christmas tree, singing joyful holiday songs together.
- Holiday Movie Nights: Bring your blankets and enjoy classic holiday movies under the stars—complete with popcorn and hot cocoa.
- Snow Play Days: Even if Conway doesn’t see much real snow, the town brings in artificial snow for kids to enjoy a southern snowfall.
A Town Full of Cheer
What really makes Conway’s Christmas special isn’t just the lights or the fun activities—it’s the warmth.
When Christmas morning finally arrives, Conway glows with happiness. And as the lights twinkle one last time, the town whispers a promise: the magic will return next year.
Did you know that Conway also decks out for Halloween? In fact, in October Conway, SC is Halloween Town USA. Check it out and plan your trip next year!
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