Halloween is only a few weeks away, and so are a number of fun events all around the Charleston area. If you have a trip planned for the week of Halloween, here are some recommendations for must-see events around town. There are options for families with young children, adults wanting to relive some Halloween cult classics, and every group in between.
At the end of this post, you will find a full list of events happening in October. Know of an event we missed? Let us know and we will add it!
This family-fun event hosted by the Charleston police department provides a safe alternative to trick-or-treat and check-out cool police car displays. There will be prizes, live music, food, and more!
- Thursday, October 24, 2024
- 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Charleston Police Department. 180 Lockwood Blvd. Charleston, SC 29403
- Free Admission
Sip spellbinding tea, indulge in wickedly delicious pastries, and raise a glass of our signature Halloween cocktail at Camellias. Costumes are encouraged for a fun, festive twist—but whether you're dressed to impress or simply here for the spooks, this afternoon promises a bewitching time!
- October 30, 2024
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Camellias. 404 King Street, Charleston, SC
- $64.00 per adult
- $42.00 per child
Bring the whole family and enjoy a golf cart parade (must register in advance to participate), a drive-through haunted house, inflatables, food vendors, and trick-or-treat bags for children!
- Friday, Oct 26, 2024
- 4:00-6:00 PM
- Isle of Palms Recreation Department. #24 28th Avenue, Isle of Palms, SC
- Free Admission
Explore Charleston Harbor on this one-of-a-kind ghost tour. Experience the fascinating horror that the Holy City's pirates, wars, and storms have ravaged past and present while riding Charleston's dark waves.
- Offered year-round
- Children 4 Years and older
- 10 Wharfside Street, Charleston, SC 29403
- Adults are $45, Children under 12 are $35, NO Children 3 and under
The Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice Halloween Pop-Up will take place from Thursday, October 24th to Saturday, November 2nd at Prohibition. Attendees can expect themed cocktails and fun festive decor. Costumes are highly encouraged!
- Thursday, October 28 - Saturday, November 2nd
- Monday – Thursday from 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM
- Friday – Sunday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM
- Prohibition, 547 King Street
Join Wild Dunes for a spooktacular evening in the plaza which will come alive with Halloween spirit! Enjoy trick-or-treating, a costume contest (ages 12 & under), and a DJ.
- October 26th
- Drop in any time between 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Wild Dunes Plaza - 5757 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms
- Free to attend
Spooky season is upon us, and we're getting ready for Halloween at Hutson Alley! Tickets include an all-you-can-eat oyster roast, 3 drink tickets, a pumpkin prepped and ready for carving, and more themed activities! Drink tickets can be used for a seasonal draft beer or Halloween-inspired cocktails.
All carving supplies are provided, and prizes will be awarded for the most creative, spookiest, best traditional carving and more!
- Tuesday, October 29, 2024
- 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
- Coast Bar & Grill - 39D John Street, Charleston
- $40 General Admission. Kids are free with the purchase of an adult ticket
The Boogieman Halloween Festival 2024 is back at The Royal American this Halloween. The festival will feature 15 bands performing on two different stages at The Royal American.
- Saturday, October 26th
- Starts at 1:30pm
- The Royal American - 970 Morrison Drive, Charleston
- Tickets range from $45 to $50
- This is a 21+ event
Step into the chilling world of the Midnight Butcher's domain, where the shadows of Charleston's haunted past come alive in a nightmarish spectacle! Nestled in an abandoned Ice Plant and Slaughterhouse Meat Market, this spine-tingling attraction transports you back to the late 1800s, where the echoes of tragedy and terror await. Experience the sinister tale of a mysterious shipment of cursed meat that transformed unsuspecting citizens into ravenous, undead creatures.
You'll navigate through the darkened maze-like halls where the vengeful spirits of the butcher, his family, and helpless citizens are forever trapped by the curse. Meet the macabre cast of characters, from the deranged Midnight Butcher to the ravenous, undead Meat Freaks. Prepare for heart-stopping scares, immersive storytelling, and a night of horror you'll never forget.
Will you survive the sinister secrets of the slaughterhouse, or become another lost soul in its dark history? Enter if you dare, and discover the horrifying fate that awaits those who seek the truth within the Midnight Butcher's realm!
- This attraction is split into 2 time zones. The earlier event is for families and children (recommended ages 10+). The later times are INCREDIBLY scary
- October 16-20, 23-27, 30, and 31
- $25 per ticket
Kick off your Halloween celebrations with the Charleston Museum! Wear your eerie-sistible costumes and visit the Education Classroom for crafts, activities, and spooky snacks before embarking on a guided trick-or-treat trail throughout the Museum.
- October 29, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- The Charleston Museum - 360 Meeting St., Charleston
- Reservations required.
- All children must be accompanied by an adult.
- All ages are welcome.
- $10 Museum Members | $15 Non-Members
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