West Columbia Tree Lighting
The City of West Columbia kicked off the Christmas season, Friday, with an evening of music, community spirit, and traditions. It was the City’s 21st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. “What Christmas Means to Me” elementary school essay contest winners read their winning entries and student artwork of contest winners adorned the grounds around West Columbia […]
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21st Annual Tree Lighting – Fri, Dec 5, 2025 : City of West Columbia’s 21st Annual Christmas Tree LightingFriday, December 5, at 6:30 PMWest Columbia City Hall, 200 N. 12th Street, West Columbia, SC. What to expect: Due to expected weather, the celebration will take place under heated tents to ensure a warm and enjoyable evening for everyone. […]
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The Christmas Season is special, with an old-time feeling of warmth, children with a sparkle in their eyes and lights of all colors illuminating the streets. And the City of West Columbia is bursting with holiday cheer this season. From the 21st Annual Christmas Tree Lighting to the Meeting Street Artisan Markets, Night Time Parade of […]
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There were school student choirs singing Jingle Bell Rock and Winter Wonderland and dancers dressed in Yuletide attire. The City of West Columbia illuminated its Christmas tree Friday evening in front of a large crowd that sipped on hot chocolate as the temperature dipped into the 30s. West Columbia Mayor Tem Miles talked about the […]
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The City of West Columbia is brimming with holiday cheer this season! From the 20th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting to artisan markets, holiday parades, and festive community events, there’s something for everyone. Start planning to “Head West” and celebrate the season in style. 20th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Kick off the holidays with an evening […]
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In 2024, the City of West Columbia will host its 20th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on the first Friday in December – Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. “I would like to invite everyone out for West Columbia’s Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony,” said Mayor Tem Miles. “It’s the kickoff for the Christmas […]
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It is the season of Thanksgiving and that is a good time to emphasize the number of great, and free, events that have taken place in West Columbia. In the last year, free city-sponsored events include: the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony; Rhythm on the River Concerts at the West Columbia Riverwalk Amphitheater; Kinetic Derby Day; Art […]
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If you need to get into the Christmas spirit, West Columbia has some upcoming events that should help you. The City of West Columbia is hosting the 17th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at 6:30 p.m. on Friday (Dec 3) at West Columbia City Hall, 200 N. 12th Street. “Christmas is coming to West Columbia,” said […]
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