Every holiday spent on the Charleston Coast is a special one. From Thanksgiving turkeys being cooked to perfection alongside oceanfront views to Christmas trees decorated with care just inches away marshfront masterpieces, Charleston is the perfect place to spend the cozy season. Once the holly jolly holidays have begun wrapping up post-December 25th, there’s only one major holiday left before the 2026 season makes its appearance… and that’s New Year's Eve.
Interested in visiting Charleston to ring in the New Year? Each year, the streets are filled with locals and visitors alike enjoying holiday celebrations, all night parties, and indulging in Charleston’s remarkable food scene with NYE-specific dinner menus. Whether you’re looking for the perfect coastal stay alongside fabulous NYE plans or finding a local dining menu to pair with a Kiawah villa, Sweetgrass Properties has got your holiday plans down pat.
NYE Parties in Charleston, SC
Charleston Wonderland New Year’s Eve
Voted the #1 New Year’s Eve celebration in Charleston, Charleston Wonderland is an all-inclusive evening including premium spirits, live entertainment and performances, and midnight celebration features. Hosted at Festival Hall on December 31st, 2025 and kicking off at 8:30PM, this event guarantees unmatched ambiance and an experience you’re sure to remember for years to come. A $205 ticket includes all experiences, with no upsells and no additional fees throughout the night. Come ready to party and ring in the New Year in style at Charleston Wonderland!
NYE at Aquarium Aglow
Make a splash at Aquarium Aglow’s NYE bash – and it’s family-friendly! In case you and your group are looking for a family focused event for New Year’s, the South Carolina Aquarium has got you covered. An evening full of glimmering lights, festivities, live music and a fun-filled ball drop awaits… all before bedtime! With $40 tickets for adults, $35 tickets for kids aged 3-12 and free entry for toddlers under 3, this event is sure to be a hit for families looking for local festivities.
Celebrate Under The Stars NYE Party
Ring in 2026 at Little Pine’s New Year’s Eve Party, Celebrate Under the Stars! Located at The Ryder Hotel, Little Pine is an indoor-outdoor restaurant and bar that offers the perfect cozy cocktail vibes you crave. This evening will be filled with live music, champagne, tasty bites and delightful cocktails to kick your New Year off right. General admission includes an open bar, action food station, passed canapes, party favors, live entertainment and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. And if you’re feeling extra fancy, they even offer VIP tickets and a VIP Ski Hut Experience!
NYE By The Sea on Isle of Palms
Celebrating by the sea has never been more fun! New Year’s Eve by the Sea is your one stop shop for celebrating on the shoreline of Isle of Palms. This ticketed event welcomes guests to celebrate between Nostalgia from the Nineties at Coconut Joe’s and down the road at Lawrence’s Seafood Company for their Holiday Honkytonk Hoedown. With VIP tickets, you’ll get to enjoy an open bar and an All-You-Can-Eat Oyster Roast across both locations, all evening long. Even better, complimentary champagne will be available for that perfect midnight toast, no matter where you land for the evening!
New Year’s Eve Masquerade Party
For those craving the theatrical and elegant this holiday season, we welcome you to attend The Restoration Hotel’s New Year’s Eve Masquerade Party. Starting at 9PM on December 31st, this event boasts masks, music, sparkling cocktails and a night of celebration! Glamour is in store for guests, with complimentary cocktails flowing, a tarot card reader on site and a DIY mask making area for those who wish to design their own. And when the clock strikes midnight, a celebratory midnight toast is guaranteed!
NYE Dinners in Charleston, SC
New Year’s Eve at High Cotton
High Cotton isn’t just serving up dinner on New Years – they’re serving a send-off! Offering a festive evening with a three-course prix fixe menu ($125 per guest), this evening is designed to dazzle and delight. For the foodies, the menu includes remarkable options such as cedar plank Chilean seabass and their brandied cherry Black Forest cake. Dinner reservations are available from 4PM-11PM, with live music until 1AM and the bar remaining open late.
New Year’s Eve at Iron Rose Bar & Restaurant
Enjoy the final moments of 2025 at Iron Rose Bar & Restaurant located in The Mills House hotel in Downtown Charleston. For $95 per guest, enjoy a four course dinner menu boasting delicious options like wagyu beef tartare, seafood bisque, beef tenderloin and butter poached lobster. As always, a complimentary champagne toast will be served at midnight to ring in the New Year!
New Year’s Eve Rooftop Dinner at Wild Dunes Resort
Because celebrating the New Year should be paired with a rooftop dinner under the stars! The Indigo Rooftop at Wild Dunes Resort is hosting a NYE Rooftop Dinner that features a Chinese-inspired menu, coastal views, and a laid-back, celebratory atmosphere. From 6:30PM-8:30PM, guests are welcome to purchase a $65 ticket that covers their meal. Kids between the ages of 4-12 are offered $40 tickets while those younger eat for free! Enjoy a toast on the coast at Wild Dunes Resort this New Years.
Available Properties in Charleston, SC
3907 Palm Blvd.
The Isle of Palms is the perfect place to ring in the New Year – especially when your rental home can host up to sixteen guests. 3907 Palm Blvd. is centrally located on the island, boasts eight bedrooms, and features a private pool, hot tub, and open floor plan (perfect for hosting)! Even better, you’re close to NYE events located on Isle of Palms or within the gates of Wild Dunes Resort.
30 Ocean Point
Wanting to celebrate within the gated community of Wild Dunes? 30 Ocean Point is one of our newest properties on our program and can sleep up to eight guests across four bedrooms. This ocean-view property is located within the gates of the Ocean Point neighborhood and offers a cozy coastal feel perfect for your next Charleston getaway.
12D Mariners Walk
Looking for a smaller, ocean-front villa for six? Wild Dunes resort has plenty of ocean-view condos perfect for your next holiday vacation. Centrally located beyond the resort gates, 12D Mariners Walk offers panoramic views, an ocean-front balcony, and access to local amenities within walking distance. Spend this New Year’s stay golfing, enjoying the resort spa, or walking the beaches of Wild Dunes.
1358 Fairway Oaks
Get back to nature with a gorgeous stay among the oaks on Kiawah Island. 1358 Fairway Oaks, a three bed, three bath home sleeps six guests and offers a beautifully renovated design paired with a five minute walk to the beach. Each bedroom boasts their own en suite bathroom! This stunning property offers lagoon views, perfect for listening to the sounds of nature in the mornings and evenings. Don’t want to leave your furry friend behind this holiday season? This property is ALSO pet-friendly.
2638 Seabrook Island Road
Escape the hustle and bustle of Downtown Charleston on New Years Eve by retreating to a quiet Seabrook Island escape this holiday season. Located among the Spanish moss and ancient oaks of Seabrook, 2638 Seabrook Island Road boasts peace and quiet alongside its four bedrooms and two baths. Spend time on the screened-in porch or enjoy all the amenities Seabrook Island has to offer in the off-season!
Come Visit Charleston and Stay with Sweetgrass
Interested in ringing in the New Year in Charleston, South Carolina? From local events, private dinners, and stunning NYE stays, we’ve got you covered as your local experts this holiday season. Level up your holiday by staying with Sweetgrass Properties this New Years.
Whether you’re looking for a spacious estate located beach-front with ocean views or a cozy coastal villa just steps from community clubhouses, we have a little bit of everything for every type of family. Check out properties across islands like Kiawah, Seabrook, Isle of Palms, and Wild Dunes for your next vacation and experience the Sweetgrass difference. Use code HOLIDAY150 to receive a $150 booking credit for your 2025 holiday stay!