December 31 Murrells Inlet Start your New Year’s Eve off right with a celebration at Brookgreen Gardens. For the evening, the sculpture garden will be open and will feature strolling musicians, holiday lights and hand-lit candles. Light refreshments will be available for purchase. Space is limited for this special evening in the garden and advanced tickets are required. Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Drive. Wednesday, 6–10 p.m. $15 members/$20 non-members. (843) 235-6000, www.brookgreen.org