FRIDAY, DEC. 6

Christmas Craft Fair
The Icehouse Amphitheater (107 W. Main St.) hosts a Christmas Craft Fair. Browse through dozens of local and regional vendors selling unique gifts, fresh produce, clothing, jewelry, home holiday décor and more. The craft fair runs from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit icehouseamphitheater.com for more information.

Wild Lights
The Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (500 Wildlife Pkwy.) invites you and the kids to brighten up your Friday night with Wild Lights. From polar bears to flamingos, explore an illuminated wildlife safari featuring more than 60 brand-new larger-than-life lantern displays inspired by nature. Along the way, discover engaging interactive displays and fun photo opportunities. Wild Lights runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is $20.99 for adults ages 13 and older ($10.99 for members) and $15.99 for children ($7.99 for members). Visit riverbanks.org/events/wild-lights for more information.

Winter Wine at Holiday Lights on the River
Saluda Shoals Park (6071 St. Andrews Rd.) adds something unique to its Holiday Lights on the River tour. The Winter Wine experience includes a wine tasting featuring eight different wines, light refreshments and a tour through the illuminated displays. A souvenir wine glass is included with admission, which is $30. This event is for ages 21 and older only and runs from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visit icrc.net/tickets for more information.

SATURDAY, DEC. 7

Bob Baldwin (concert)
Chayz Lounge (607 Meeting St.) and pianist Bob Baldwin present “An Intimate Night of Songs.” Expect to hear hits from Baldwin’s chart-topping contemporary jazz albums and tunes from the songbooks of legendary artists such as Stevie Wonder. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and showtime is 8 p.m. Admission is $47. Dressy attire is required. Visit chayzlounge.com for more information.

A Christmas Carol
The Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (7300 College Blvd.) and the Columbia Children’s Theatre invite you to walk alongside Ebenezer Scrooge as he learns the meaning of Christmas in the Radio City Music Hall stage version of "A Christmas Carol." Jacob Marley and the three Christmas spirits visit Ebenezer starting at 2 p.m. and admission is a miserly $15. Visit harbisontheatre.org for more information.

Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting (Pine Ridge)
The Town of Pine Ridge hosts its annual Christmas parade and tree lighting ceremony. The parade starts at 4 p.m. followed immediately by the Christmas tree lighting program, which includes crafts and games for children, pictures with Santa, music and food trucks. This event is free to attend. Visit townofpineridgesc.com for more information.

Prettier Than Matt (concert)
Popular local pop-rock band Prettier Than Matt performs at O’Hara’s Public House (131 E. Main St.). The band plays a mix of covers and originals starting at 7 p.m. This show is free to attend. Visit facebook.com/oharasph for more information.

SUNDAY, DEC. 8

Snowball Christmas Parade
The Town of Lexington brings back a holiday tradition with the Snowball Christmas Parade down Main Street. Bring the family and get in the Christmas spirit by watching an array of festive parade floats make their way through downtown. There might even be an appearance by Santa. The parade begins on Main Street at 3 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit lexsc.gov for more information.

Swingin’ Holidays (concert)
The SC Jazz Masterworks Ensemble makes spirits swing with its Christmas program, “Swingin’ Holidays.” The ensemble plays a collection of jazz for the holidays presented with some big band energy and swingin’ sleigh bells for a very merry holiday celebration. Showtime is 3:30 p.m. and tickets cost between $25 and $50. Visit harbisontheatre.org for more information.

MONDAY, DEC. 9

Now Showing: Last Holiday
The Gaston Branch Library (214 S. Main St.) hosts its weekly movie night, Now Showing. This week’s film is "Last Holiday," about a shy saleswoman who is misdiagnosed with a fatal illness and decides to spend her final days at a swanky resort. This film is rated PG-13 and begins at 4:30 p.m. Visit lexcolibrary.com for more information.

TUESDAY, DEC. 10

Music Bingo
Hazelwood Brewing (711 E. Main St.) invites you to its weekly Music Bingo night. Here’s how it works: The host plays music, and players mark off songs that appear on their bingo cards. Players can use a pen to mark off songs or put pieces on the fields. The first player to get five songs in a row wins. This event is free to attend and runs from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visit facebook.com/hazelwoodbeer for more information.

Across the county line

The SC State Fairgrounds (1200 Rosewood Dr.) and the Junior League of Columbia host a holiday market on Friday, Dec. 6. The market is the largest fundraiser for the Junior League of Columbia and more than 160 merchants are on site with gifts, home décor, clothing and Christmas decorations. The market also hosts a Ladies Night Out event, a festive Holiday Ball and a chance to snap the perfect picture with Santa. This event runs until Sunday, Dec. 8 and tickets cost between $10 and $130. Visit jlcolumbia.org for more information.

Bring the family to downtown Newberry on Friday, Dec. 6 for the town’s “A Very Berry Christmas” event. Experience the magic of the North Pole, Newberry style, with fluttering faux snow in Memorial Park and crafts provided by the Newberry County Chamber of Commerce. Children are encouraged to write letters to Santa at home and bring them to place in the new letters-to-Santa mailbox. This event runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit newberrychristmas.com for more information.

If you’re looking for a healthier way to celebrate the holidays, Strictly Running (2515 Devine St.) hosts the Santa Run and the Rudolph Youth Run on Saturday, Dec. 7. The adult 5K run begins at Strictly Running at 8:45 a.m. and the Rudolph Youth Run begins at 9:45 a.m. This is a rain-or-shine event and registration is required. Registration costs between $35 and $60. Visit strictlyrunning.com for more information.

Bierkeller Columbia (600 Canalside St., Unit 1009) invites you to its annual Weihnachtsmarkt Christmas Market on Saturday, Dec. 7. The market, located on the Canalside Plaza on the banks of the Congaree River, features local vendors, specialty foods, classic Christmas and other live music, festive lights, hot, mulled Glühwein, hot chocolate and holiday beers. This event runs from noon to 9 p.m. and is free to attend. Visit bierkellercolumbia.com for more information.

The Newberry Opera House (1201 McKibben St.) celebrates a country-style Christmas with its Nashville Noel event. This dazzling holiday extravaganza brings the spirit of Nashville and the magic of Christmas together in a heartwarming and unforgettable show, blending the best of country music and the joy of the holiday season. Showtime is 3 p.m. and tickets are $45. Visit newberryoperahouse.com for more information.