Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster will host the 59th Annual Governor’s Carolighting at the South Carolina Statehouse’s North Steps on Sunday, November 23 at 6:00 PM. The event marks the start of the holiday season in South Carolina. Those who cannot attend in person can watch the celebration on television or online through SCETV.
“Each year, Peggy and I look forward to joining families from across our state for the Carolighting,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “It’s a cherished tradition that brings South Carolinians together to celebrate the start of the Christmas season.”
The evening’s program includes traditional carols, performances by local artists, and the lighting of South Carolina’s official Christmas tree. This year’s tree is a 35-foot-tall Norway Spruce from Henderson Tree Farms in Morganton, North Carolina. The Columbia Garden Club purchased the tree with support from the Garden Club of South Carolina. TimberTech of Greer, South Carolina provided delivery services for the tree for the 21st consecutive year.
Sarah Kay Wrenn, Miss South Carolina 2025, will serve as emcee for this year’s event.
SCETV will broadcast live coverage of the Carolighting ceremony both online and via satellite.
