Join us for a mesmerizing drive through the Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park as it transforms into a winter wonderland! From December 7-9th, our beloved Holiday Nights & Lights event returns for the fifth year, bringing with it twinkling lights and fun holiday displays.

The display is open nightly from Saturday, December 7th  through Monday, December 9th, 2024,  from  6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park, 40 Harriet Tubman Way, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29926. This event is for all ages, where children and adults alike can immerse themselves in a dazzling holiday light display.

“Holiday Nights & Lights is our way of inviting the community to come together in the spirit of the season. Each twinkling display in Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park tells a story of warmth, joy, and connection. We hope every guest feels the magic of the holidays while creating cherished memories with loved ones and joining our board and staff in honoring the heart and history of Mitchelville,” shared Ahmad Ward, Executive Director.

This year, our theme is “Connected Descendant Communities” to celebrate our local Gullah and Historic Communities and the Park’s new Ghosted Structures, which opened earlier this year. Through the light display, It’s become a special tradition to highlight local culture and non-profit partners. Be on the lookout for special recognition of The Gullah Museum, The Heritage Library, Penn Center, and NIBCAA.

Prepare for a magical evening at the Park—grab some hot cocoa, tune into your favorite Christmas music channel, and keep an eye out for surprises! To avoid long waits, we recommend lining up on Beach City Road beginning at 5:45 pm or at 7:30 pm. We ask for your patience with our volunteers and fellow participants. Admission is free, but donations are warmly accepted to support our mission. For more information about this event via our website at exploremitchellville.org or call 843-255-7301.

 

Want to go?

 

When: 

Nightly from Saturday, December 7 – Monday, December 9, 2024

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

 

Where: 

Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park

40 Harriet Tubman Way

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29926

Participants should line up on Beach City Road, Hilton Head Island, SC