Outdoor Family Events & Park Activities · October 24 – 30

Join us at the site of the colonial village of Dorchester as living history interpreters demonstrate aspects of colonial life including cooking, surveying, military life, medical practices, and more. You'll be sure to learn something new. Stop by for five minutes or all three hours and experience a little bit of...

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.

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...

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.

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.

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

Join us for Nature Walk Wednesday, a guided stroll through the scenic trails of Ashley River 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...

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...

The Coastal Carolina Fair at Exchange Park, Oct 29 - Nov 8, 2026: rides and midway, fair food, livestock shows, concerts and daily entertainment. Gate hours vary by day (listed here per day); hours are subject to change, so check coastalcarolinafair.org before you go. Tickets online or at the gate. All shows are...

Three-night, family-friendly outdoor Halloween festival under the live oaks at the Dorchester Heritage Center. What's there: • Haunted hayrides • Trunk or treat (car clubs and local businesses) • Glow foam night (kids zone) • Live music • Costume contest with cash prizes (kids and adults) • Pumpkin carving contest...

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

Get on Wait List Program is Full Creepy Chemistry invites students to explore spooky science through hands-on experiments. Participants will create a slimy mixture and a colorful layered solution while investigating key chemistry concepts such as density, polarity, bonding, chemical reactions, and saturated...

Set-aside adventure time for homeschool students, with access to all the adventures. When: Fridays, 10 AM–3 PM Where: Adrenaline Monkey, 4950 Centre Pointe Dr, Suite 100, North Charleston Tickets: chs.adrenalinemonkeyfun.com

This McLeod foodways presentation explores why Charleston's plantation table, though deeply connected to the Caribbean, did not fully preserve the bold tropical flavors of Barbados and the wider West Indies. The program examines how ingredients were limited by English food memory, South Carolina's environment and...

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.

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...

The Coastal Carolina Fair at Exchange Park, Oct 29 - Nov 8, 2026: rides and midway, fair food, livestock shows, concerts and daily entertainment. Gate hours vary by day (listed here per day); hours are subject to change, so check coastalcarolinafair.org before you go. Tickets online or at the gate. All shows are...

Three-night, family-friendly outdoor Halloween festival under the live oaks at the Dorchester Heritage Center. What's there: • Haunted hayrides • Trunk or treat (car clubs and local businesses) • Glow foam night (kids zone) • Live music • Costume contest with cash prizes (kids and adults) • Pumpkin carving contest...

Come join us for a festive fall evening where costumes are encouraged and fun is guaranteed! Enjoy an abundance of candy, delicious food, exciting games, and much more with your family and friends. Registration is not required to attend. — Location: Lincoln Rec Ctr

Celebrate Halloween with an evening of climbing, costumes, and spooky fun! Experience our climbing walls under festive lighting while enjoying music, decorations, and other seasonal surprises in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Costumes are encouraged (provided they can be worn safely with a climbing harness), and...