Free Things to Do with Kids This Weekend · Charleston · October 23 – 29

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.

City of Charleston Recreation's trunk or treat at Bees Landing Recreation Center in West Ashley. When: Fri, Oct 23, 5–7 PM Where: Bees Landing Recreation Center, 1580 Ashley Gardens Blvd, Charleston

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...

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,...

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

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.

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

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.

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.

What's scarier than being trapped in the library? Having to solve puzzles to find your way out! Put your problem solving skills to the test with word scrambles, lockboxes, hidden pictures, and more. For: Teens.

Come test your love for all things ghoulish with a quiz that’s to die for! You’ll face questions about monsters, movies, music, and more. Work alone or in a team, and top scorers will get a treat. Open to adults and teens. For: *All Ages.

Join us for a fun autumn celebration with festive snacks, crafts and games! For: Kids & Families.

Get creative and design your very own spooky button to match your costume! Recommended for children ages 5- 11 years and their caregivers. Limited capacity, first come, first served. For: Kids & Families.

Baxter-Patrick Library – Wind down from the school day with a spooky season movie in the Kid's Room! ParaNorman (2012) A misunderstood boy takes on ghosts, zombies and grownups to save his town from a centuries-old curse. Rated PG for scary action and images, thematic elements, some rude humor and language. For:...

Enjoy a fun Halloween activity then trick-or-treat your way through the library. Participants are asked to wear costumes and start their adventure at the Youth Services Desk. For: Kids & Families, Teens.