Illustration of a felt Santa waving by a sleigh near an elf, snowmen, small cottages, a carousel and lit trees in snow (Winter Wonderland Festival)
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Winter Wonderland Festival

Families can enjoy an outdoor evening filled with music from a DJ and complimentary bounce houses. Guests can participate in a Golden Candy Cane Hunt, and food, drinks, and select activities are available on-site.

Fri, Dec 4, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

No admission charge; bounce houses, DJ, and family fun are free. Food/drink and some activities are sold separately.

Hours

4:00 PM–7:00 PM.

Neighborhood

Shelter Cove

Food & Drink

Food and drinks are available for purchase, and some activities are sold separately.

Location

Shelter Cove Park · 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Bring money for food, drinks and some activities, because only the bounce houses, DJ and family fun are free.
  • Stay for the Golden Candy Cane Hunt, which happens partway through the evening rather than at the start.
  • Dress for the weather, since the festival is an outdoor evening event at Shelter Cove Park.
  • Head straight to the bounce houses when you arrive, since there's no admission charge and the bounce houses are free.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Golden Candy Cane Hunt partway through the evening.

Links & Contact

Run by Island Recreation Association

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's free at Winter Wonderland?

The bounce houses, the DJ and the family fun are free. Food, drinks and some activities cost extra.

Is there food and drink?

Yes, food and drinks are sold on site.

What is the Golden Candy Cane Hunt?

It's a hunt held partway through the evening.

Who is it for?

It's a family event with bounce houses and a DJ for the kids.

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