Christmas at Hopelands
City of Aiken Presents the 34th Annual Christmas in Hopelands 
December 13 – 23, 2025
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM nightly
Hopelands Gardens, 135 Dupree Place, Aiken, SC
Free shuttle from Citizens Park (1060 Banks Mill Rd)
Experience the Magic of the Season!Join us for one of Aiken’s most beloved holiday traditions as Hopelands Gardens transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland filled with over 100,000 twinkling lights and more than two miles of illuminated pathways.
Enjoy a peaceful evening stroll with friends and family while sipping hot cocoa, munching on cookies, and soaking in the sights and sounds of the holidays.
Festive Fun for the Whole FamilyVisit the Doll House, Clifford S. Gerde Carriage Museum, Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame, and Rye Patch Stables — all beautifully decorated for the season!
Stop by Rye Patch for s’mores, available for a $5 donation benefiting Helping Hands. Roast marshmallows, enjoy children’s crafts, and meet Santa Claus for a photo opportunity! 
(Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
(Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Complimentary RefreshmentsEnjoy hot cocoa, cider, and cookies served in the Hall of Fame Courtyard and outside the Guest Cottage.
Live Entertainment – Nightly at 7:00 PMBring a blanket and enjoy performances on the Roland H. Windham Performing Arts Stage!
Performance Schedule:
Sat, Dec 13 – Aiken Tuba Christmas
Sun, Dec 14 – South Carolina Brass Band
Mon, Dec 15 – Aiken High Jazz Band
Tue, Dec 16 – HCA Band, Family & Friends
Wed, Dec 17 – Aiken High School Hornets
Thu, Dec 18 – East Aiken School of the Arts
Fri, Dec 19 – Sheriff’s Pipes and Drums
Sat, Dec 20 – Renovate Ballet
Sun, Dec 21 – Suzuki Strings
Mon, Dec 22 – Southern Elite Cloggers
Tue, Dec 23 – Josh Martin
Sat, Dec 13 – Aiken Tuba Christmas Sun, Dec 14 – South Carolina Brass Band Mon, Dec 15 – Aiken High Jazz Band Tue, Dec 16 – HCA Band, Family & Friends Wed, Dec 17 – Aiken High School Hornets Thu, Dec 18 – East Aiken School of the Arts Fri, Dec 19 – Sheriff’s Pipes and Drums Sat, Dec 20 – Renovate Ballet Sun, Dec 21 – Suzuki Strings Mon, Dec 22 – Southern Elite Cloggers Tue, Dec 23 – Josh Martin(Performers subject to change.)
Parking & Shuttle InformationAll guests must use the free shuttle service from Citizens Park (1060 Banks Mill Rd). Shuttles run continuously from 5:45 PM – 8:45 PM – Last shuttle leaves Citizens Park at 8:45 PM
No public parking is allowed at Hopelands, Rye Patch, Fermata Club, or Green Boundary Club
Handicapped parking available at 135 Dupree Place
Lights-Only NightsCouldn’t make it during the main event? Visit December 27 & 28 for Lights-Only Nights — stroll the gardens and enjoy the displays without additional activities.
Parking for these nights available at Rye Patch (100 Berrie Rd) and Hopelands Gardens (135 Dupree Pl).
Admission & DonationsChristmas in Hopelands is free and open to the public!
Donations are welcomed and can be made at event entrances or mailed to:City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department
P.O. Box 1177, Aiken, SC 29802
Thank You to Our Sponsors!A special thanks to Aiken Physicians Alliance, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Southern Recipe, Chick-fil-A, and Breezeline for helping make this event possible!
Interested in sponsoring or volunteering?
Call 803-642-7650 to learn more.
Call 803-642-7650 to learn more.
Weather UpdatesIn case of inclement weather, the event may be canceled.
Get updates by calling the Rain Out Hotline (803-643-4661) or text AIKENRAINALERT to 91896 for notifications. Bring your family, bundle up, and make magical memories at the 34th Annual Christmas in Hopelands!
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