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Fall’s Coastal Glow & Holiday Celebrations

September – December

From warm September afternoons to festive December celebrations, fall on the Isle of Palms brings golden light, calmer beaches, and unforgettable coastal charm. It’s a season made for exploring the islands, savoring outdoor adventures, and enjoying beloved holiday traditions across the Lowcountry. Browse the events, experiences, and scenic highlights that make autumn and early winter a magical time to visit Wild Dunes.

Hotel Happenings

Resort Events & Activities 

Pumpkin Painting

Pumpkin Painting

    Frightmare by the Sea

    Frightmare by the Sea

      Thanksgiving at Wild Dunes

      Thanksgiving at Wild Dunes

        Turkey Trot

        Turkey Trot

          Harvest Festival

          Harvest Festival

          Celebrate the spirit of fall at our Harvest Festival!

          Join us for our Harvest Festival! Enjoy a delightful fall-themed menu while interacting with gentle creatures of our petting zoo, and watch the kids bounce with joy in the bounce house. It's an event not to be missed—a perfect way to embrace the autumn season with loved ones!

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          Annual Golf Cart Parade

          Annual Golf Cart Parade

          Start your Turkey Day off right by joining the Wild Dunes Golf Cart Parade!

          Kick off the season with a festive tradition the whole family will love! Join us for the annual Golf Cart Parade as decorated carts roll through the resort core, led by the Isle of Palms Fire Department and Santa Claus. Whether you’re driving or spectating, it’s a holiday event full of creativity, cheer, and community spirit.

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          Christmas at Wild Dunes

          Christmas at Wild Dunes

            Breakfast with Santa

            Breakfast with Santa

              The Holiday Festival

              The Holiday Festival

              Join us the day after Thanksgiving for our enchanting Holiday Festival!

              Watch Santa Claus light the Christmas tree at sundown, officially marking the start of the Christmas season at Wild Dunes Resort. Enjoy a festive oyster roast with delicious food, and gingerbread house decorating. Plus, there’ll be ornament decorating and a special letters-to-Santa station for all. Don’t miss this magical event filled with holiday cheer and family fun!

                New Year’s Eve Rooftop Dinner

                New Year’s Eve Rooftop Dinner

                  NYE Glow Party

                  NYE Glow Party

                    Fall & Holidays at Wild Dunes

                    Top Things to Do

                    Dine

                    Dine

                    Savor Coastal Flavors

                    Guests enjoy seven year-round restaurants plus four additional seasonal restaurants, Dinner Delivered & More

                    Dine
                    Golf

                    Golf

                    Two Fazio Courses

                    Two 18-hole Tom Fazio Golf Courses

                    Golf
                    Wellness

                    Wellness

                    Discover Coastal Calm

                    Find balance by the sea in Isle of Palms with wellness at Wild Dunes resort.

                    Wellness
                    Kids & Family

                    Kids & Family

                    Wild Dunes Family Fun 

                    Make Every Moment A Family Memory

                    Kids & Family
                    Shopping

                    Shopping

                    Discover Coastal Style

                    From the art gallery to timeless fashion and Wild Dunes branded merchandise, take time to shop.

                    Shopping
                    Tennis & Pickleball

                    Tennis & Pickleball

                    Clinics, Instruction & Play

                    12 Har-Tru tennis courts and 6 pickleball courts

                    Tennis & Pickleball
                    Fitness

                    Fitness

                    Stay Active By The Coast

                    Fitness
                    Explore Nature

                    Explore Nature

                    Beach Walks, Wildlife & More

                    From collecting sea shells to discovering nature preserves, you can reconnect with nature and the great outdoors at Wild Dunes.

                    Explore Nature
                    Groups & Reunions

                    Groups & Reunions

                    Groups & Reunions

                    Discover the Lowcountry

                    Around the Area Events

                    Boone Hall Fright Nights & Pumpkin Patch Festival (October)

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                    Wine Under the Oaks – Gourmet evening at Boone Hall (December)

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                    Holiday Festival of Lights – Two million lights at James Island County Park (Nov–Dec)

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                    Charleston Holiday Market & King Street Walk – A seasonal shopping tradition

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                    Plan Your Fall Adventure