Charleston · October 23 – 29

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.

Bring your fossil finds! Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson shares what he's working on and helps identify fossils in the Bunting Natural History Gallery lab. When: Fridays, 2–4 PM Cost: Free with museum admission (free for members)

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.

How much will three bucks buy? The answer depends on who’s counting. In the colony of Carolina, deer hides (buckskins) soon became a popular item for trading. Explore the Animal Forest and discover a colonial trading station to talk about how the animals surrounding Charles Towne influenced commerce, defense and fashion.

Step inside the shelter at the Structure 2 excavation and discover what archaeologists have unearthed, thus far, at the site of one of Charles Towne’s most dynamic lots. Talk with a park educator about the intriguing finds that have been made here over the past decade and what the evidence tells us about the people...

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.

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

After-hours Halloween night at the Charleston Museum with a scavenger hunt through the galleries. Children must be with an adult. Reservations required and space is limited (free for members, about $15 for non-member adults in past years). Time based on last year; confirm with the museum.

Gobo, Red, Mokey, Wembley and Boober Fraggle come to the Gaillard stage in an all-new musical: a quest for the lost pieces of the Celebration Stone. What's there: • Full-body costumes from Jim Henson's Creature Shop • Fan-favorite Fraggle songs and stage effects • A funny, big-hearted show for the whole family ...

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...

Roll up your sleeves and get ready to get sudsy! Step back in time and immerse yourself in the ancient craft of making soap. Join us for an interactive experience where you’ll learn the secrets of transforming simple tallow into exquisite soap, just as it was done centuries ago. A demonstration will showcase...

Join the park's archaeologist for this month's artifact spotlight. Learn about important pieces of material culture that have been recovered at Charles Towne Landing and what they tell us about the people who lived here in the past.

Or a pink, a frigate, or even a dogger. Join a park educator onboard the ketch Adventure for an introduction to the types of sailing vessels that the Carolina colonists used to transport cargo to and from the fledgling port of Charles Towne.

Step inside the shelter at the Structure 2 excavation and discover what archaeologists have unearthed, thus far, at the site of one of Charles Towne’s most dynamic lots. Talk with a park educator about the intriguing finds that have been made here over the past decade and what the evidence tells us about the people...

Fast-paced 4v4 indoor soccer on Sportyard's turf field: pool play and a championship round, built for more touches, shots and game reps. When: Sun, Oct 25, 8–10 AM Register on Sportyard's events page.

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.

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

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

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 our annual Trunk or Treat on October 27, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. in the front parking lot of West Ashley High School! If your business or organization is interested in joining the fun, please email [email protected] by Friday, October 16. We are also accepting candy donations! Please send...

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.

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:...

Join one of our naturalists at the fishing dock at James Island County Park. We'll explore the marsh edges, the organisms that live underwater on the dock itself, and even microscopic plankton that drift their way down the creek. A net especially designed to trap tiny planktonic organisms will be used and...

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

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.

Trick or treat! Dress up in your Halloween costume and come join us for a day of family fun, including free candy, kid-friendly games, and music. Don't miss out on all the fun! Registration not required to attend. — Location: Schroder Rec Ctr

An all-ages Halloween square dance: live music from The Dead Leg Wobblers with dance caller Pete Laberge walking everyone through the steps. What's there: • Live string-band music and a dance caller, so no experience needed • Costumes encouraged • All ages; the host says bring the whole family When: Thu, Oct 29,...