Things To Do In Hilton Head In December


There is plenty to do at Hilton Head during the holidays, with many special events and activities through the month. If you need more, Savannah and Beaufort make for great day trips, both offering beautiful historic districts and a range of historic and cultural attractions.

The island is decorated for the holidays, with lights displays at Shelter Cove and Harbour Town; you can also enjoy a selection of Christmas concerts, holiday performances, children’s activities, and more.

Although some restaurants offer shorter hours from December onwards, you can expect most places to be open as usual, with winter deals making this a great time to enjoy the best of Hilton Head Island’s dining establishments. Good rates are usually available in the island’s accommodations too.

Weather during the holiday season is often perfect for outdoor activities, with frequent sunshine and warm afternoons (although mornings and evenings can be cool, and it will seldom be warm enough for sitting on the beach). Be prepared for some variability, however: cold and wet days are quite possible at this time of year.

Other things to do in Hilton Head in December include golfing at one of the area’s many excellent courses. Kayaking and dolphin-watching trips should still be available this month, as should fishing charters. Warm December days are ideal for hiking, biking and bird watching, whether at the nearby Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge or on Hilton Head’s own bike paths and beaches.

More Hilton Head Island events: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November

See also:
Things to do in Savannah
December events in Savannah
Bluffton events
Airports near Hilton Head, SC
Travel between Savannah and Hilton Head

!Events may be rescheduled or cancelled at short notice. Please check dates, venue and other details at the event’s official website before making plans to attend.

Events From December 1 To The Weekend Of December 7-8 2024

See November events

– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details

– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details

Events From December 9 To The Weekend Of December 14-15 2024

– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details

– Winter Wonderland, December 13 2024
Annual family festival in Shelter Cove Park, with parade, bounce houses, family activities and more. More details

– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details

– Palmetto Bluff Buffalo Run, December 15 2024
Annual 10K, 30K and 50K ultramarathon and relay trail races at Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton. More details

Events From December 16 To The Weekend Of December 21-22 2024

– Hilton Head Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 9am-1pm
Weekly farmers market at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, with local produce and farm vendors, baked goods, seafood, food trucks and other activities. More details

– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details

Events From December 23 To The Weekend Of December 28-29 2024

– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details

Events From December 30 To The Weekend Of January 4-5 2025

– Hilton Head Community Market, Saturdays
Weekly farmers market, 9:30am-12:30pm, at Shelter Cove Community Park, with local farmers, food producers and makers. More details

→ See January events

More Things To Do In Hilton Head & Nearby In December

Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge
Hilton Head dolphin tours
Kayak tours and rentals in Hilton Head
Sunset boat tours
Daufuskie Island tours
Savannah events in December
Savannah Historic District
Things to do in Savannah