While the area does not offer much in the way of grand light displays, there are a number of seasonal events, a real ice rink, and even a few holiday shows on the lineup. So, bundle up, grab a hot cocoa, and enjoy the sights of the season. While the forecast will likely call for no snow (although rare snowstorms are possible), there is still enough of a chill in the air to to make it “feel like” the holiday season. Winter in the Upstate South Carolina region is a more relaxed, enjoyable time of the year with cooler, drier weather, fewer crowds, and a diverse lineup of festive Christmas events.