40th Annual Vista Lights

Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm UTC-05:00

701 Gervais Street, 150-118, Columbia, SC, United States, South Carolina 29201 | Columbia

The Vista
Publisher/HostThe Vista
40th Annual Vista Lights
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Get ready to start off the holiday season with sparkle and cheer at the 40th annual Vista Lights! ✨
Celebrate the season with us in the heart of the Vista District! Enjoy an evening filled with local shopping, festive performances, and our dazzling tree lighting ceremony. Bring your family and friends, stroll through the galleries and boutiques, treat yourself to holiday goodies, and soak up the magic as we light up the Vista together.
πŸ“… When: Thursday, November 20 from 6:00 PM-10:00 PM
πŸ“ Where: The Vista – Park & Lincoln Streets (closed to traffic 5:00-10:00 PM) and Gervais Street (closed at 6:00 PM from Gadsden to Assembly)
πŸ™‹β€β™€οΈWho: You! Vista Lights is free and open to everyone!
What to expect of the night:
πŸŽ„Face painting, balloon art, reindeer snacks and Santa visits for the kids
πŸŽ„ Live stage performances from local dance & arts groups
πŸŽ„Tree lighting ceremony outside River Runner Outdoor Center
πŸŽ„ After-lighting music into the night with featured bands

πŸŽ„A new Artisan Market full of local talent
Other tips:
Free parking: City garage at Lincoln & Washington Streets and South Carolina State Museum lot and a complimentary shuttle by Steel Hands Vista from 5:45-9:45 PM

Parking meters are free after 6 PM
Wristbands (21+) for beer, wine & liquor on Lincoln & Gervais (6:00-9:30 PM) β€” cashless payments encouraged
✨ Save the date, invite your friends, and get ready to light up the Vista! See you there!
For more info, visit: https://www.vistacolumbia.com/special-events/vista-lights
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