Downtown Charleston Association

01/03/2026

Big congratulations to our 2025 Joanna Tabit People’s Choice Award Winners. 🏆 🎄

First Place- WV KIDS Cancer Crusaders
First Runner Up- Astorg Auto of Charleston

✨ Before we officially wrap up Holly Jolly Brawley, we want to give a HUGE thank you to all of our tree sponsors. Your creativity, time, and effort are what truly brought the holiday magic to life downtown this season, and we could not have done this without you.

As a friendly reminder, all tree decorations must be removed by this Sunday, 1/4. Thank you again for being part of such a special community tradition. ❤️🎄

12/20/2025

Good Afternoon,

After our team looked at everything damaged, we have made the difficult decision to end the light show for this year. We have always kept weather in mind when setting up this show but the winds from the other night were not a match. The equipment needed to continue the show would not even arrive until after the holiday. We are so sorry but we cannot control Mother Nature. Please be sure to make your way downtown to see all of the beautifully decorated trees which will be up until January 1st!

12/20/2025

The recent winds really did a number on the light show at City Center. Our team is working tirelessly to repair the damages. We will provide an update later this afternoon. You can still come down and enjoy all of the beautifully decorated trees!!

12/19/2025

Good morning, friends. After last night’s wind storm, The crews are working very hard and doing a full check on the sponsored trees downtown to make sure everything is upright, safe, secure, and still looking beautiful.

If any of our tree sponsors are able to pitch in by sending a representative from your company to stop by and check on the status of your tree today, it would be a huge help and very much appreciated. Even a quick visual once-over or minor adjustment goes a long way as we work together to keep downtown and Holly Jolly Brawley looking its best.

Thank you, as always, for your support, your partnership, and for being such an important part of this community. We truly could not do this without you. 💚🎄

12/16/2025

Going to be a great way to wrap up all of your last minute shopping needs. Support one of our locally owned small businesses this holiday season!

ARTWALK, Dec 18th (5-8pm) SHOP LOCAL! - For this month's ArtWalk we are featuring the great small businesses of downtown Charleston! There are no better places to finish up your holiday shopping. From timeless antiques to exceptional art pieces, there's something for everyone in downtown Charleston. Be sure to be here for ArtWalk on Dec. 18th from 5-8pm and visit great shops like Stray Dog Antiques, The Purple Moon, WV Market Gallery, Art Emporium, Taylor Books, Bear Wood Company, Rkcountry boutique, The Consignment Company, Buck & Bette, Ivor's Trunk and many more! Hope to see you there!

12/13/2025

It has been brought to our attention that there is a pub crawl on social media that is supposed to happen this evening. This is not an event that was established by DCA or any city organization. Adelphia Sports Bar & Grille also did not plan or endorse this event. Please do your research and reach out to website for a refund. We have already forwarded this company’s information to officials. We are sorry if you were scammed into purchasing any tickets.

12/11/2025

Be sure to join us downtown to finish up all of your last minute holiday shopping needs! Plan on joining us Thursday, December 18th!

12/10/2025

GUYS! You have VERY FEW opportunities left to experience The Holly Jolly Hideaway Before it’s gone… four to be exact.

These Ticketed Fundraisers not only support the Downtown Charleston Association to bring you more events downtown that you love, but the tickets to get inside also help support our amazing local non profits! It’s a very fun, affordable way to give back and experience the Christmas Magic within your community.

Purchase Here 🎫
https://hollyjollyhideaway.square.site/

This has been a labor of nothing but love, a little blood, a lot of sweat, and honestly some tears too. Please show up and show out these last few nights.

Coming up this weekend it’s the Arts Amplified Takeover with live music
• Friday, Dec. 12- Jordan Dyer
• Saturday Dec. 13- Minor Swing

Tickets are $10

Next Week:
United Way of Central WV Couple #3 Takeover
• Wednesday, December 17th
She Works Hard for the Holly-Day Happy Hour at the Hideaway -$15 Tickets
(Vibes by DJ EJ)

• Friday, December 19th
Claus for a Cause- Couple #3 DWTS
(Naughty Santa Photos, Christmas Costume Contest, Prize Drawings, and So much more) -$20 Tickets

Four Dates, Four Incredible Causes, and I wanna see your faces- let’s do it for the Ho’s 🎅🏼

12/06/2025

Tickers & Timbers are officially decked out for the Holidays! Go check them out!

12/05/2025

We are proud to partner with WTSQ 88.1FM - The Status Quo for The Holly Jolly Hideaway Takeover this Saturday, December 6, from 6 PM to 11 PM 🎄✨

All proceeds from the evening will benefit the Downtown Charleston Association and be reinvested directly into our community 🎅🏼 🎁

Five dollar tickets will also support WTSQ on behalf of the DCA, helping uplift a local nonprofit radio station 📻✨

This is a private fundraising event and will require a ticket for entry 🎟️
Secure yours now at
https://hollyjollyhideaway.square.site/ ❄️🎄

Also be sure to follow The Hideaway on Facebook tagged above to stay up to date through out this month!

12/04/2025

📸 BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Christmas Minis with Rafael Barker Photography! 🎄

You asked for it, Charleston! Because of the overwhelming response, Rafael Barker Photography is offering one more round of Christmas Mini Sessions this weekend!

If you missed out before, this is your chance to get that perfect holiday shot in front of the Big Christmas Tree at Slack Plaza! ✨

🗓 When: This Sunday, December 7th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM 📍 Where: Slack Plaza (at the Big Tree) 💰 Cost: $20 to book (includes your session with an initial photo). Additional photos are available for just $20 each if desired!

These spots will go fast! Secure your time slot at the link below: 🔗 https://square.link/u/yQwxE7US

🚨 IMPORTANT NOTE FOR HOLLY JOLLY BRAWLEY GUESTS: Waiting on your photos from the recent event? Please check your SPAM or JUNK folders! 📧 Rafael sent out all 173 emails this past Monday. If you haven't seen yours land in your main inbox yet, it is likely hiding there!