Special Events
We are always eager to make your South Carolina visit a special one. In 2010, each South Carolina Welcome Center will have a special monthly package available to use in planning an exciting South Carolina experience.
Whether it's a local site of interest, something for the family, a place to eat, or specials for golfers, shoppers, sportsmen and adventurers, let our professional staff find it for you! Simply stop in at the welcome center as you enter the state.
And when you visit, be sure to pick up your free state map and travel guide too!
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You never know what might be going on at a
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2010 SC Welcome Center THEMES OF THE MONTH
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January
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Serving It Up Southern Style - Centers will be packaging information on local sites of interest, things to do for the family, sportsman and adventurer.
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February
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Rekindling Heritage in South Carolina - Remembering and revisiting our rich Southern culture is something most visitors can't resist. Giving thanks for our families and friends, every person visiting a South Carolina Welcome Center is sure to feel at hom. The National Heritage Corridor's Discovery Centers have hospitality and the centers themselves offer experiences too.
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March
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Ready for a Break? South Carolina is Awake? - Ahh, spring comes earlier in the South and sleet and snow are foreign words. the sun is shining and South Carolina is ready to welcome you. Visit our welcome centers for all the breaking news on upcoming State Park events. Come out and play!
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April
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Springtime in South Carolina...Old Favorites and New Discoveries - South Carolina is in bloom and welcome centers are the place to come for special information on where to begin it all.
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May
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Memories are Made in South Carolina - The first South Carolina welcome center opened in 1968 on Hwy 17 in Little River and we have been smiling ever since. Bring the kids and come out and play at a state parks. Have a family reunion or even a wedding at a one of our scenic state parks. Also, be our guest as all the SC Welcome Centers celebrate National Tourism Week in May with displays, demonstrations and refreshments.
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June
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Find Your Way to BIG Small Town Adventure - Our small towns have BIG surprises! With summer tourism traffic cranking up, be sure to take advantage of the centers' free services by offering special rates, hosting an event or puttiing up a display. Check out the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor's Web site too.
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July
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South Carolina's Beaches - From the Mountains to the Sea - You never know what might be going on at a South Carolina welcome Center. For families on vacation, this is the place to find something special to do.
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August
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Are You Ready for Some Football?! - What school or university is your favorite South Carolina team? We have the latest updates.
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September
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Presenting - South Carolina in Living Color! Time to Plan Your Fall Getaway - Fall is a special season in South Carolina with plenty of visitors coming into the state. So stop in to make your fall reservations early to ensure you won't miss the show!
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October
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Where There's Agri-Pride, Farm Fun is Alongside! - The definition of agritourism is FUN! What better way to experience South Carolina than through our unique food culture? From touring local vineyards to tasting fresh goat cheese for the first time, make your trip a special visit. South Carolina's National Heritage Corridor offers several options for your fall trip.
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November
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Let South Carolina Light Up Your Holiday - Love to see the local holiday lights and find that unique gift for a loved one? We have information on all that and more!
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December
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What's New in 2011? - Our professional tourism coordinators have the insider track on our state's new attractions opening or coming out in the new year. Be the first to get the scoop!
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South Carolina Welcome Center hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Be sure to ask about our free reservation service and coupons.
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