October 9 – 15

Fall Break open gym: at least half of the gym at The Ponds YMCA is open for basketball - shoot around or get a pickup game going.

Bring the whole family, costumes encouraged for both humans and their furry friends! Dogs and their owners can walk the runway to model their costumes for a fun and festive contest. The event will also feature pet vendors and organizations, Uptown Carnes pet-related businesses, crafts, a DJ , and maybe even a...

Four hours including unlimited bowling, free shoes, laser tag and a game-card special. Also offered Oct 12.

Designed for children ages 6 to 9, this program introduces young learners to the history and nature at Colonial Dorchester. Have fun piecing together the crumbling past of the bell tower as it endured earthquakes and fires. Please bring water, snacks, and appropriate outdoor clothing.

The hit musical comedy at the Performing Arts Center. Showtimes vary — see tickets.

Education Day ahead of the Wassamasaw Annual Powwow - perfect for students and families to learn about Native American culture and traditions. The full Powwow follows on Saturday, Oct 10.

Elevation Church Community Event — Location: 102 S. Main St.Summerville, SC 29483

Everyone is invited to a FREE show by Comedian and Hypnotist Bob Lauver at the Daning Amphitheater at 7pm on Friday, Oct. 9. — Location: Joseph S. Daning Amphitheater

Charleston's premier haunted house returns for 25 nights (select nights Sep 25 - Nov 7, from 7:30pm, timed tickets with a virtual queue). Lights Out! nights Nov 6-7. Wed/Thu/Sun tickets are cheaper; buy online in advance. Intense scares - best for teens and up.

They are alien, strange, and bizarre. They eat what you and I can't. And we find them ugly and scary. But take a closer look at their lives and you might find you should really appreciate them. So let's talk turkey - turkey vulture that is! Join us at the Animal Forest Vulture/Turkey Habitat and see the beauty...

As the day's heat subsides, a diverse array of bird species takes to the skies! Join our park rangers for a unique opportunity to observe the heightened activity of birds throughout the park. Bird walks will be held at dawn and dusk, allowing participants to experience the vibrant bird activity outside of normal...

The hit musical comedy at the Performing Arts Center. Showtimes vary — see tickets.

Join rangers to discuss the many species of shorebirds in our aviary, all while the birds enjoy a salty snack.

The hit musical comedy at the Performing Arts Center. Showtimes vary — see tickets.

On select nights Sep 25 - Oct 31, XscapeWorks turns into an intense, immersive haunted house with live actors: follow mad genius Dr. Wells through a time-travel rift into a horror dimension. Not recommended for children under 12. Limited spaces - book online. Daytime horror-themed escape games (no live actors) also...

Bring your boots for a stroll through the high water at Brittlebank Park; learn about tidal flooding and citizen science.

Fall Break open gym: at least half of the gym at The Ponds YMCA is open for basketball - shoot around or get a pickup game going.

Get on Wait List Program is Full Join us for the Accessi-Fall Festival, a sensory-friendly celebration created especially for individuals with special needs and their families. Enjoy a relaxed and welcoming environment featuring an inclusive petting zoo, gentle face painting, balloon art, giant bubbles, an electric...

Hands-on group building with LEGOs, wooden blocks, magnetic tiles and more. Kids team up to build castles, racetracks and whatever they dream up. When: Mondays and Saturdays, 11 AM–12 PM Cost: Free with museum admission or membership

An interactive STEM activity of building and using an ancient navigation tool to measure the angles of stars, trees and buildings. Blending history, astronomy and hands-on geometry into an engineering challenge. Ages 6 to 11 Ashley River: Monday, October 12 from 4PM to 4:45PM (Register beginning 9/28) St....

School's out for Columbus Day! The Columbus Day Fun Pass gets you 4 hours of unlimited bowling, unlimited laser tag and free shoe rental for $16.99 per person, open to close on Monday, Oct 12. Add a $50 game card for $35 with your Fun Pass. Restrictions apply.

Carve your fall pumpkin on the farm, then feed all the pumpkin guts to the goats at your feet. When: Select dates through Halloween (see their booking calendar) Tickets required and it often sells out. Small groups (about 30 people), well-behaved kids welcome. Parking: Use the neighboring church's basketball...

On select nights Sep 25 - Oct 31, XscapeWorks turns into an intense, immersive haunted house with live actors: follow mad genius Dr. Wells through a time-travel rift into a horror dimension. Not recommended for children under 12. Limited spaces - book online. Daytime horror-themed escape games (no live actors) also...

Free outdoor concert in Unity Park with Vinyl Daze. Bring your chair and your dancing shoes. Free parking behind the park or on Main Street.

Charleston's premier haunted house returns for 25 nights (select nights Sep 25 - Nov 7, from 7:30pm, timed tickets with a virtual queue). Lights Out! nights Nov 6-7. Wed/Thu/Sun tickets are cheaper; buy online in advance. Intense scares - best for teens and up.

Join Summerville Parks and Recreation for our Food Forest Gardening Mornings! — Location: 651 Wassamassaw Rd.Summerville, SC 29483

Stories read aloud plus interactive activities for young kids at the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry. When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 AM–12 PM Cost: Free with museum admission or membership

Get ready in the Halloween Spirit with this fun craft. Create a spooky ghost wreath to give your door a spooky, glowing look that feels whimsical by day and haunting by night. For: *All Ages.

Make a cute little pumpkin out of pipe cleaners and beads with Miss Lindsey! For: Kids & Families.

Come see our bald eagle and listen to a harrowing tale of survival. Thanks to the combined efforts from lawmakers, conservationists, biologists, and scientists, the bald eagle population rebounded and they were taken off the threatened and endangered list in 2007. The bald eagle story is exemplary of success in...

Carve your fall pumpkin on the farm, then feed all the pumpkin guts to the goats at your feet. When: Select dates through Halloween (see their booking calendar) Tickets required and it often sells out. Small groups (about 30 people), well-behaved kids welcome. Parking: Use the neighboring church's basketball...

Pick an activity and enjoy unlimited play for one set price. All day.

On select nights Sep 25 - Oct 31, XscapeWorks turns into an intense, immersive haunted house with live actors: follow mad genius Dr. Wells through a time-travel rift into a horror dimension. Not recommended for children under 12. Limited spaces - book online. Daytime horror-themed escape games (no live actors) also...

Charleston's premier haunted house returns for 25 nights (select nights Sep 25 - Nov 7, from 7:30pm, timed tickets with a virtual queue). Lights Out! nights Nov 6-7. Wed/Thu/Sun tickets are cheaper; buy online in advance. Intense scares - best for teens and up.

Join us for Nature Walk Wednesday, a guided stroll through the scenic trails of Pine Trace Park. Discover the beauty of the Lowcountry's natural landscapes, learn about local wildlife, and enjoy fresh air and movement in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just looking for a...

Free weekly storytime inside the bookstore with Ms. Leslie, the visiting storyteller. Special "people in your neighborhood" guests like the fire chief, police chief and Summerville's mayor. When: Wednesdays, 9:30–10 AM Ages: Kids of all ages Cost: Free. Juice boxes and fruit snacks provided, plus a student...

Weekly program for babies and toddlers (birth to 3) and their grown-ups, built around play, connection and routines. When: Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 AM Cost: Free with museum admission or membership. No pre-registration; tell the front desk you're there for Early Connections. Space is limited.

Schedule: Wednesdays 10/14-11/18, (no class 11/11) 10:30-11:30am, 5 weeks In this playful, exploratory class, young artists will make, view, and talk about art while discovering the tools and techniques that help artists bring their ideas to life. Through exciting, age-appropriate projects, students will...

Carve your fall pumpkin on the farm, then feed all the pumpkin guts to the goats at your feet. When: Select dates through Halloween (see their booking calendar) Tickets required and it often sells out. Small groups (about 30 people), well-behaved kids welcome. Parking: Use the neighboring church's basketball...

$1.99 games of bowling, half-price arcade games and attractions. All day.

On select nights Sep 25 - Oct 31, XscapeWorks turns into an intense, immersive haunted house with live actors: follow mad genius Dr. Wells through a time-travel rift into a horror dimension. Not recommended for children under 12. Limited spaces - book online. Daytime horror-themed escape games (no live actors) also...

Two corn mazes (~3.3 miles of trails), hayrides, farm animals, food trucks, and special dates (Glow Night, Grandparents Days). Open Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 AM-8 PM; gate ticket sales until 7 PM.

Charleston's premier haunted house returns for 25 nights (select nights Sep 25 - Nov 7, from 7:30pm, timed tickets with a virtual queue). Lights Out! nights Nov 6-7. Wed/Thu/Sun tickets are cheaper; buy online in advance. Intense scares - best for teens and up.

Come down to the Rollin Edwards Community Center for a fun parent and child dance class with Miss Laurel! — Location: 301 N Hickory StSummerville, SC 29483

Every Thursday is Grandparents Day at West Farm! That’s right; one grandparent gets free admission every Thursday for each paying child (ages 3+). (This offer is not valid for kids under two or field trip chaperones.)

Guided tour of the museum's new exhibit of never-before-shown textile fragments and personal objects from the H.L. Hunley submarine, then build your own Hunley model to take home. Ages: 6 to 12 recommended Cost: $10 per student, $15 per adult (members $5 students, adults free) Reservations required.

Stories read aloud plus interactive activities for young kids at the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry. When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 AM–12 PM Cost: Free with museum admission or membership

Carve your fall pumpkin on the farm, then feed all the pumpkin guts to the goats at your feet. When: Select dates through Halloween (see their booking calendar) Tickets required and it often sells out. Small groups (about 30 people), well-behaved kids welcome. Parking: Use the neighboring church's basketball...

4 hours of unlimited bowling, shoes & laser tag for one low price. Thursdays & Fridays.

On select nights Sep 25 - Oct 31, XscapeWorks turns into an intense, immersive haunted house with live actors: follow mad genius Dr. Wells through a time-travel rift into a horror dimension. Not recommended for children under 12. Limited spaces - book online. Daytime horror-themed escape games (no live actors) also...

Two corn mazes (~3.3 miles of trails), hayrides, farm animals, food trucks, and special dates (Glow Night, Grandparents Days). Open Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 AM-8 PM; gate ticket sales until 7 PM.

Drop in and get creative with colorful sand! Stop by the library to make a fun and colorful sand art creation to take home. This hands-on activity is perfect for young artists, and no registration is required. For: Family.

NOTE: These activities may already be filled or have a registration end date. Please check with RecDesk and our staff when signing up for special events. Goose Creek Activity Center | 5:30–8:00 PM Grab your friends and connect the pieces for Puzzle Palooza! This is a quarterly event taking place on the third...

Community Music Event hosted by Community Music Collective — Location: Summerville, SC 29483

October Third Thursday in Downtown Summerville, powered by Summerville DREAM - theme: Ghosts, Ghouls and a Good Time! Come dressed in your most ghostly attire for live music, local vendors and shopping, spooky fun and candy. 5:30-8:30pm. Road closures on Little Main, W. Richardson and Doty St. from 3pm to 9pm....