Lights of Magnolia

An elaborate Chinese lantern display—the first at a public garden in North America—will illuminate Magnolia Plantation and Gardens for four months beginning November 15. Visitors can walk through nine acres of handmade sculptures designed by Zigong Lantern Group in China to represent the flora, fauna, and wildlife of Magnolia, including azaleas and butterflies, alligators, and an ostentation of peacocks. Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, 3550 Ashley River Rd. Wednesday-Sunday 5:30-9:30 p.m. $26; $11 child six-12. (843) 571-1266, www.lightsofmagnolia.com