01/09/2026
January 9, 2026 — Due to forecasted cold weather, the City of Charleston and community partners will open Warming Centers on Sunday, January 11, and Monday, January 12, 2026, to provide safe, warm accommodations for individuals and families in need.
All listed Warming Centers accept men, women, and children. Pets are not permitted.
Warming Center Locations and Details
Holy City Missions at Aldersgate UMC
• 1444 Remount Road, North Charleston
• Admission hours: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Transportation: CARTA will provide transportation to and from this Warming Center via Route 13, with drop-off and pick-up at Remount Road and Allison Avenue.
• For site-specific questions, contact Aldersgate UMC at (843) 744-0283.
Hibben United Methodist Church (Sunday only)
• 690 Coleman Boulevard, Mount Pleasant\
• Admission hours: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Transportation: Hibben UMC will pick up individuals from Citadel Square Baptist Church downtown at 6:30 p.m. and transport them to the Warming Center. CARTA will provide free transportation from the Center each morning.
• For site-specific questions, contact Hibben UMC at (843) 884-9761.
Seacoast Church – Summerville
• 301 E. 5th North Street, Summerville, SC 29483
• Admission hours: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Transportation: Weekdays only, TriCounty Link will provide free transportation to and from this Warming Center along its standard route.
• For site-specific questions, contact Seacoast Summerville at (843) 486-0193.
City officials encourage residents to share this information with anyone who may need shelter during cold temperatures and to check on neighbors who may be vulnerable.
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