Experience one of the most beloved holiday events in the Southeast, Nights of a Thousand Candles. See Brookgreen Gardens come to life amid the soft glow of more than 2,700 hand-lit candles and millions of sparkling lights. Walk the paths with a warm cup of cider, hear the sounds of holiday music, and celebrate the season. Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Dr. Various days, 4 p.m.-9 p.m. $30+. (843) 235-6000.