October 19 – 25

Halloween drop-off night of games, challenges, candy and team competition. Come in costume for the Best Costume Contest and compete for the Fright Night crown. When: Fri, Oct 23, 4:30–8 PM Register on Sportyard's events page.

Wee Warrior Time: a play session just for little ones and their grown-ups at Adrenaline Monkey. Kids climb, play and explore together with other kids their age. When: Sundays 10–11 AM and Saturdays 9–10 AM Who: kids 6 and under, with a parent Where: Adrenaline Monkey, 4950 Centre Pointe Dr, Suite 100, North...

Weekly Saturday brunch at Chatty Magpie Cafe: fresh breakfast favorites, handcrafted coffee and specialty drinks, with live performances from local musicians in a cozy neighborhood cafe. Friends and families welcome.

Annual free celebration of books, food, family and fun. Giant book sale (fiction, nonfiction, history, cookbooks, children's books, vintage editions); $25 Timrod tote comes with all the tent-sale books it holds - show the Facebook post for one free book from the outside tents. Free face painting and bookmarks in...

WANDO MOUNT PLEASANT LIBRARY - Community Room B - Learn, experience, and practice American Sign Language (ASL) in a fun, welcoming environment! This combined program features an engaging family Story Hour with books, games, and interactive play, followed by time to connect and build your signing skills with others....

30th annual Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch, open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 10 AM–7 PM through Nov 1. Admission covers the tractor tour, corn maze, petting zoo, pig races, mini golf and more; pony rides and face painting are extra. Separate ticket from the plantation tour.

Dia de los Muertos is coming! Learn about the holiday’s traditions and get in the spirit by creating your own paper sugar skull with paint and dotting tools. Drop in for stories and our craft any time between 10-11:30 a.m. For: Kids & Families.

Fall family day at Summerville Preparatory Academy: a Color Fun Run (run, walk, skip or dance through bursts of color), trunk or treat, a fall market with local vendors, activities and treats. Color Run and trunk-host registration: https://form.jotform.com/262665626431056

Free family fall festival: petting zoo with All Thing Acre, food trucks, local vendors, kids' activities and crafts, giveaways from local businesses, and trick-or-treating - costumes encouraged.

A small, informal nature play meetup for kids and parents at Old Santee Canal Park (moved from Oct 17). When: Sat, Oct 24, 10 AM Where: Old Santee Canal Park, 900 Stony Landing Rd, Moncks Corner Note: park admission may apply

2-hour unlimited arcade game card and 2 laser tag sessions. 10am–1pm.

Step into our mini pumpkin patch for a hands-on fall sensory adventure! Children will explore a playful patch filled with pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, seasonal textures, and autumn-inspired materials designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Perfect for young children and families looking for a fun, relaxed,...

Fall is a great time to explore the beach. Join an experienced naturalist to search for shark teeth and other beach artifacts. We'll discuss shark adaptations and biology while learning the secrets to searching for shark teeth. What to expect: Accessible parking, accessible restrooms, and accessible water...

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.

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

St. James Presbyterian's family-friendly Food Truck Rodeo on James Island. What's there: • A lineup of food trucks • Vendors • Proceeds support the church's Flourishing Fund When: Sat, Oct 24, 11 AM–5 PM Where: St. James Presbyterian Church, 1314 Secessionville Rd, Charleston

Jeeps & Java is back with a spooky twist at Mount Pleasant Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Everyone's welcome! What's there: • Trunk or treating • Pumpkin painting • Decorated Jeeps from Coastal Jeep SC on display • Middleton's Village Barbecue and Kirkman Broadcasting on site When: Sat, Oct 24, 11 AM–1 PM Where: 3545...

A free fall festival for the whole family, open to everyone. What's there: • FREE book fair: every child picks two books to keep (thanks to Books & Beyond) • Bounce house and games for all ages • Face painting • Balloon creations by Red Robyn Balloons • Food from Food Junkies and Melissa's Honey Puffs (for...

Free family fall festival with live music, kids' activities, food and shopping, presented with Charleston Animal Society and 95SX. Leashed dogs welcome too. When: Sat, Oct 24, 12–3 PM Where: Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre, 1218 Belk Dr

Halloween Trick for Treat at Adrenaline Monkey on Saturdays in October. When: Saturdays, 12–2 PM (Oct 24 & 31) Where: Adrenaline Monkey, 4950 Centre Pointe Dr, Suite 100, North Charleston

Trunk-or-treat at Westbury Farms & Marymeade Market: decorated trunks from local families and businesses, costumes and treats — bring your treat bags. The farm and market are open 10 AM–5 PM that day, so come early or stay after for the farm.

Free fall festival and trunk or treat hosted by Delta Force Athletics: bounce houses, carnival games, mini golf, food trucks and more. Please bring 3 non-perishable food items per person for the Lowcountry Food Bank.

Discover why animals choose to move. Learn about monarch butterflies and other creatures that migrate along coastal South Carolina. Join us as we potentially tag some monarchs and learn more about their amazing annual migration. Bring your curiosity and engage all of your senses while exploring natural habitats...

Public skate sessions; skate rental available. Bring socks and a light jacket. (Seeded placeholder — please confirm times/price and mark 'still happening'.)

Enjoy a showing of "Hoppers" with the whole family! Drinks and popcorn provided, while supplies last. (105 minutes, PG). Families (All Ages) Saturday, October 24th from 2PM to 5PM Registration is not required. For: Teens, Kids, All Ages, Families.

Live, local music in the gardens every Friday and Saturday afternoon, 3-6 PM. Free and open to the public - bring a picnic and find a seat.

Family Halloween afternoon: trick-or-treat game challenges, pumpkin decorating, face painting, costumes and candy. When: Sat, Oct 24, 3–7 PM Cost: $50 per family ($25 for members) Register on Sportyard's events page.

5th annual Bring Your Own Pumpkin extravaganza - carving and paint supplies provided. Bounce houses, petting zoo, food trucks, family games, live music/DJ, and a college game-day football lounge.

Free fall festival on the ballfield at The Park @ Ashley River Baptist Church. What's there: • Tractor hayrides • Petting zoo • Inflatables and games • Trunk or treat When: Sat, Oct 24, 4–6 PM Where: 1101 Savannah Hwy, West Ashley (plenty of parking) Cost: Free

Northwood Baptist's Trunk or Treat: an afternoon of decorated trunks and plenty of candy. Free and open to the whole community. When: Sat, Oct 24, 4–6 PM Where: Northwood Baptist Church, 2200 Greenridge Rd, North Charleston

More info coming soon. — Location: Central Creek Park

A free, family-friendly evening of trunk or treat at Old Fort Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome! What's there: • Trunk or treat at creatively decorated trunks • Kids' crafts and games • Hot dogs and light snacks • Kids & adult costume contest (prizes) • Best themed trunk contest When: Sat, Oct 24, 4:30–6:30 PM...

Nexton Square's annual Boo Bash is back: an evening of costumes and family fun. What's there: • Costumes encouraged, so come dressed up • Live DJ • Family fun on the square When: Sat, Oct 24, 5–8 PM Where: Nexton Square, 801 Nexton Square Dr, Summerville Parking: overflow at 201 Sigma Dr

Pancake dinner fundraiser for Rise Up Hoops Ministries, a Cane Bay youth basketball ministry that feeds 100+ people a week (mostly kids), runs free basketball camps, and funds scholarships and an after-school program. When: Sat, Oct 24, 5–7 PM Where: Eggs Up Grill, 1718 State Road (Cane Bay), Summerville Tickets:...

Launch party and tournament for the new Switch Sports Resort game at Reforged Gaming Lounge: new games, new challenges, same friendly competition. When: Sat, Oct 24, 5 PM Where: 8484 Dorchester Rd, Unit 201, North Charleston Ages 12+.

Parent's get time to themselves while the kids have a blast at the Y! They will enjoy swimming, crafts, games, and pizza provided by Papa John's. Space is limited so sign up soon! If your child plans to swim please have your child dressed in their swimsuit, pack a towel, change of clothes and puddle jumper (if...

City of Hanahan Recreation & Parks' Halloween night: trunk-or-treat through decorated trunks, a costume contest, food for sale, then Toy Story 5 on the big screen at dusk — bring blankets and lawn chairs. Exceptional Community admission at 5:30 PM, general admission at 6 PM. Trunk applications/questions: Heather...

Dorchester County Parks' haunted train ride at Ashley River Park — pick your scare level: 6–7:30 PM 'Little Monsters' (spooky fun, no big scares, for younger kids) or 7:30–9 PM 'Brave Souls' (spooky characters along the trail after dark). While you wait, 'Gears & Ghouls' Halloween STEM activities at the pavilion...

Fundraiser for DD2 and DD4 schools through the Junior Service League. Street closures on Little Main to W. Doty and Little Main to Richardson from 4pm to 10pm. — Location: 102 S. Main St.Summerville, SC 29483

The Junior Service League of Summerville's Ghostwalk: an evening of ghost stories, local history and Halloween fun for the whole family in historic downtown Summerville. Moved from Oct 10 because of the storm. What's there: • Ghost stories and local history around Hutchinson Square • Halloween fun for kids •...

A spooktacular family evening at Wild Dunes Resort with trick-or-treating, spooky decor and other Halloween fun. Check with the resort on public access/tickets.

Dare to fly after dark - the zipline canopy tour run at night for Halloween season. Four nights only (Oct 23, 24, 29, 30). Start time is after sunset; confirm the exact time and book tickets at charlestonadventureforest.com (sells out fast).

A home haunted house in the Summers Corner neighborhood. Free to visit; donations to the PSA band program are welcome. When: Sat Oct 24, Fri Oct 30 and Sat Oct 31, 7–10 PM Where: Moscato Ln, Summers Corner (Summerville). The house number is on the organizer's flyer (Facebook post link below). It's a haunted house,...

Annual Halloween in the Swamp, 7:30-11:30pm: marshmallow roast, storytelling, food trucks and kids' games. General admission $5 (ages 6+, 5 & under free). The Haunted Swamp Experience ($30, ages 12+, 12-16 with an adult) adds a haunted boat ride and haunted walking trail. All tickets pre-sold online - none at the gate.

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.

A free neighborhood haunt in Village Green: an immersive haunted trail with live scare actors. This year's theme is "The Grabber". Ranked among the best haunts in South Carolina. When: Oct 23, 24, 30 & 31, 7:30–10 PM Where: Hunters Rest Dr, Village Green subdivision, West Ashley Cost: free; donations benefit the...

A weekly open-air market celebrating local flower farms, food vendors (King of Pops, Charleston Tea & Spice, and more), and live music. Sundays 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM through Nov 8. Free to attend.

The India Association of Greater Charleston's India Food Fest: authentic Indian food and regional specialties (biryanis, samosas, chaats, dosas, sweets), music and cultural performances, a bounce house for kids, henna (mehndi) art, and traditional jewelry and clothing stalls. Free entry and free parking.

Toddler Time at Bizzy Bee: a little-ones session for ages 0-4. No sign-up required.

Annual Charleston Area Out of the Darkness Walk for suicide prevention hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. — Location: 515 W. Boundary St.Summerville, SC 29485

Public skate sessions; skate rental available. Bring socks and a light jacket. (Seeded placeholder — please confirm times/price and mark 'still happening'.)

Ridgeville Church of God's annual fall festival: candy, food, boiled peanuts and dirty soda. When: Sun, Oct 25, 3–6 PM Where: 444 School St, Ridgeville

Free community trunk or treat for the whole family: decorated trunks and tons of candy, bounce house, games, a Zombie Dance Party, face painting by Trendy Paints byLay, a guest appearance by Stitch, and photo ops. Food trucks: Bebop Donut Shop, The Lost Boys, SnoBiz Shaved Ice and Ma's Homemade Kettle Corn.

Free community Trunk or Treat at The Church at Cane Bay. Bring the kids in costume to trick-or-treat from decorated trunks. When: Sun, Oct 25, 5–7 PM Where: 438 Marketplace Dr, Summerville

A free fall Family Fest at Connexus Community Church of God, wrapping up with fireworks. What's there: • Trunk or treat • Jump castles and hayrides • Horses and other animals • Local vendors • Food: walking tacos, pizza and popcorn • Fireworks to cap off the night When: Sun, Oct 25, 5–7 PM Where: 109 Oakley Road,...

St. James United Methodist's annual trunk or treat at their pumpkin patch. Open to the public. What's there: • Trunk or treat candy • Games and safe activities for kids • Pumpkins for sale When: Sun, Oct 25, 5 PM Where: St. James UMC, 512 St. James Ave, Goose Creek

A family skate night with great music and fun games. A nice way to spend a Sunday evening! When: Sun, Oct 25, 5:30–7:30 PM Where: Summerville Community Seventh-day Adventist Church, 520 Gahagan Rd, Summerville (indoors) Cost: $5 per skater; non-skaters get in free Bring your own skates: no rentals Concessions for...

Free outdoor movie night on the Grand Lawn at American Gardens. Arrive 5:30 PM for snacks, local vendors, and kid-friendly pre-show activities; the movie starts at 6 PM. Bring blankets and chairs. No outside alcohol; nearest restrooms at Charleston Place.

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.