October Events

Friday, October 1

○ Oktoberfest | Fri., Oct. 1- Sun., Oct. 3 | 1-5 p.m. + 6-10 p.m. | Estuary Beans & Barley, 3538 Meeks Farm Road, Johns Island | $25 | Fill up your weekend with bites, brews, and live music + receive an Oktoberfest mug to try the newly released Fest Beer. 

○ Yacht Rock Revue | Fri., Oct. 1 | 7 p.m. | The Windjammer | $30 | Jam out to ‘70s and ‘80s tunes with the band that trademarked the term “yacht rock.”

○ Molly Dunrin Live | Fri., Oct. 1 | 6:30 p.m. | Charleston City Market | Free | Jumpstart your weekend with live music at the Charleston Night Market. 

○ Parents Night Out | Fri., Oct. 1 | 5-9 p.m. | Bees Landing Recreation Center | $15 | Calling all kids ages 5-12 — come by for a night with pizza, games, and movies.

○ Bingo, Beers & Bowling | Fri., Oct. 1 | 5:30 p.m. | The Alley, 131 Columbus St. | $5 | Celebrate Charleston Pride Week with a game of bingo + sip on brews while you bowl.

○ Fall escape with Atelier Maison & Co.| Fri., Oct. 1-Sun., Oct. 3 | Times and locations vary | Free | Atelier Maison & Co. has put together the perfect itinerary to visit Asheville this weekend. From the best breweries to Asheville classics, there’s tons to explore. Ⓟ

Saturday, October 2

○ Harvest Home Weekend | Sat., Oct. 2- Sun., Oct. 3 | 9:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. | Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | Free with admission | Get in the fall spirit with festivities for the whole family — enjoy food vendors, a pumpkin patch, scarecrow building, pumpkin decorating, and live music.

○ Goose Creek Fall Festival | Sat., Oct. 2 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Marguerite H. Brown Municipal Center, 519 N. Goose Creek Blvd., Goose Creek | Free | Welcome fall with fun for the whole family — bring canned goods to benefit Helping Hands and receive 2 raffle tickets.  

○ Sweetgrass Basket Weaving Workshop | Sat., Oct. 2 | 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | The Charleston Museum | $75+ | Learn about this longtime Lowcountry tradition during a hands-on workshop led by local artisan Sarah Edwards-Hammond. 

○ Charleston Battery vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies | Sat., Oct. 2 | 7 p.m. | Patriots Point | $12+ | You won’t want to miss Military Appreciation Night with Charleston’s premier professional soccer club.  

○ Oktoberfest | Sat., Oct. 2 | 12-6 p.m. | Hutchinson Square, 200 S. Main St., Summerville | Free | Stop by for fall fun featuring games, music, food, drinks + a kiddieland area.

○ Bird Fest | Sat., Oct. 2 | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | Old Santee Canal Park, 900 Stony Landing Rd., Monks Corner | $5 | Fly over to the 4th Annual Bird Fest featuring organizations that protect birds + enjoy bites from Flight food truck, keynote speakers, and bird encounters. 

○ Challenge Course Adventures | Sat., Oct. 2 | 1-2:30 p.m. | James Island County Park | $15 | Showcase your sense of adventure by balancing, leaping + swinging through this daring course.  

○ Better North Bridge Ride | Sat., Oct. 2 | 2-5 p.m. | Freehouse Brewery, 2895 Pringle St., North Charleston | Free | Support Charleston Moves during a police-escorted bike ride over the Ashley River + enjoy bites from local restaurants and live music. 

○ Hope Jam Childhood Cancer Benefit | Sat., Oct. 2 | 6-9:30 p.m. | The Windjammer | $20 | Jam out to Werid Science to benefit childhood cancer. 

○ Prism Party at Union Station | Sat., Oct. 2 | 7-11 p.m. | Union Station, 652 King St. | $20 | Celebrate Charleston Pride at the biggest event of the week with a night of dancing, drag queens + drink specials — ages 18+ only.

○ BASSTOBER Music & Vendors | Sat., Oct. 2 | 5 p.m.-2 a.m. | The Purple Buffalo | $10 | Rock out with a night filled with local talent, vendors + a laser show.

○ Swingin’ Sinatra Saturday | Sat., Oct. 2 | 7-9 p.m. | Forte Jazz Lounge | $30+ | Join the Joe Clark Big Band for a night of your favorite Frank Sinatra songs. 

○ Tri-County Read United: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Kickoff | Sat., Oct. 2 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Various locations | Free | Trident United Way, Berkeley County Library System, Charleston County Public Library and Dorchester County Library are partnering to promote reading to newborns, infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Ⓟ

Sunday, October 3

○ First Sunday | Sun., Oct. 3 | 12-4 p.m. | Tobin’s Market | Free | Support nonprofits and organizations in the Lowcountry at this monthly market — snacks will be available + live music starts at 1p.m. 

○ Keep Shop Makers Fair | Sun., Oct. 3 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Hotel Emeline, 181 Church St. | Free | Jumpstart your holiday shopping with pieces from local artists + enjoy refreshments from Frannie & The Fox. 

○ The Beach Boys | Sun., Oct. 3 | 9-11 p.m. | Charleston Gaillard Center | $60+ | Join the “Surfin’ USA” singers on their 2021 Feel Flows tour — 1 download of Mike Love’s new album is included with every ticket. 

○ Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sun., Oct. 3 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hw. | Free | Visit this 100% local market featuring a full deck bar, live music, and local food. 

○ Grower Champagne Comparing Terroirs Seminar | Sun., Oct. 3 | 4-6 p.m. | Culinary Institute of Charleston, 66 Columbus St. | $75 | Join special guest speaker Lauren Reches for a night of learning about + tasting over 10 champagnes — light bites will be available. 

Monday, October 4

○ Open Mic Comedy Night | Mon., Oct. 4 | 4-6 p.m. | The Sparrow, 1078 East Montague Ave., Ste. D, North Charleston | Free | Experience Charleston’s best comics in this 21+ show. 

○ Mini Sign Workshop | Mon., Oct. 4 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Board & Brush, 1300 Savannah Hwy. | $35 | Register now for a Halloween mini sign workshop — all materials are provided. 

○ Jolly Folly Pickleball | Mon., Sept. 27 | 8-10 a.m. | Pirate’s Cove Playground, 510 E. Erie Ave., Folly Beach | Free | Stop by for a few rounds of pickleball — participants must sign a City of Folly Beach Activities Waiver. 

○ Monday Night Bingo | Mon., Oct. 4 | 6-8 p.m. | Low Tide Brewing | Free | Bingo is back — enjoy brews and bites from Root Note + win prizes. 

Tuesday, October 5

○ Gator Walk | Tue., Oct. 5 | 4-5 p.m. | Sanctuary Hotel, 1 Sanctuary Beach Dr., Kiawah Island | Free | Visit American Alligator habitats with wildlife naturalists + explore the native species of the Lowcountry.

○ Two Fer Trivia | Tue., Oct. 5 | 7 p.m. | Palmetto Brewing Co. | Free | Enjoy 2-for-1 burgers and sandwiches + win up to $50 in Palmetto cash.

○ Naughty Ghosts — Family Night | Tue., Oct. 5 | 6-8 p.m. | Painting with a Twist, 2511 N. Main St., Ste. B, Summerville | $38 | Showcase your creativity with a spooky painting night — children must be 7 and up.

○ Crossed Looks Art Exhibit | Tue., Oct. 5 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art | Free | Explore art by photographer Namsa Leuba during her 1st solo exhibition featuring over 90 works of the visual identity of the African diaspora. 

○ Trivia Tuesday | Tue., Oct. 5 | 7-9 p.m. | Container Bar, 2130 Mt. Pleasant St., Mt. Pleasant | Free | Tackle trivia during dinner from 5 local food trucks + top 3 teams win a prize.

Wednesday, October 6

○ Fall Garden Strolls & Wine Tasting | Wed., Oct. 6 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Rd. | $25+ | Sample a wide variety of wine while strolling through historic gardens. 

○ Dead on the Deck | Wed., Oct. 6 | 6:30-10 p.m. | The Pour House | $5 | Groove to the best of The Grateful Dead with this concert featuring The Reckoning. 

○ Recolor your Money Mood | Wed., Oct. 6 | 5-7 p.m. | Hilton Garden Inn, 46 Lockwood Dr. | $175 | Join Money Moods Founder Jenne Sevilla as she provides tips and tricks about spending and saving habits + enjoy drinks and light bites.

○ Butterflies of the Lowcountry Gardens | Wed., Oct. 6 | 10-11 a.m. | Wall Lowcountry Center Auditorium, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | Free with admission | Fly over to visit this butterfly garden featuring native butterfly species + learn how gardening for butterflies supports other pollinator populations and benefits vegetables and fruits.

○ Holy City Farmers Market | Wed., Oct. 6 | 4-7 p.m. | Holy City Brewing, 1021 Aragon Ave. | Free | Come by for live music + support local vendors with items for sale. 

○ West Ashley Farmers Market | Wed., Oct. 6 | 3-6:30 p.m. | 55 Sycamore Ave. | Free | Shop local produce + prepared and packaged foods. 

○ Family Kayaking | Sun., Oct. 3 | 1-3 p.m. | Mingo Point, 876 Kiawah Island Pkwy., Kiawah Island | $60 | Explore the natural beauty of the island on a kayak + keep your eyes out for a dolphin sighting. 

Thursday, October 7

○ Lauren Daigle World Tour | Thurs., Oct. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $28+ | You won’t want to miss this performance by a 2-time Grammy Award winning artist. 

○ The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Pink Floyd’s ‘The Wall’ | Thurs., Oct. 7 | 8 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $35+ | Rock on to the best of Pink Floyd with this tribute concert. 

○ Live at Firefly Fall Concert Series | Thurs., Oct. 7 | 7 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | $25+ | Walker Hayes is in the Lowcountry — enjoy food trucks and Firefly cocktails + bring blankets and chairs. 

○ Live Under the Oaks | Thurs., Oct. 7 | 6-8 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Towne Center | $25+ | Grab your favorite chair and blanket — The Pluff Mud String Band is guaranteed to liven up your Thursday + enjoy bites from local food trucks and drinks from Burtons Grill.

○ Wine on the Piazza —  Edmondston Alston House | Thurs., Oct. 7 | 4:30-6 p.m. | Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Rd. | Free with admission | Stop by for a self-guided tour of the Edmondston Alston House + sip on wine while overlooking the Charleston Harbor. 

○ Oktoberfest @ The Restoration | Thurs., Oct. 7-Sat., Oct. 9 | All Day | The Restoration Hotel | Free | Welcome fall with Oktoberfest inspired activities + drink specials — all Restoration Insiders receive a special surprise. 

○ 2021 Commercial Real Estate Market Forecast | Thurs., Oct. 7 | 4-7 p.m. | Charleston Marriott Hotel, 170 Lockwood Blvd. | $50+ | Network with 500 real estate professionals during a presentation + reception. 

○ Paws on the Patio | Thurs., Oct. 7 | 6-8 p.m. | Dashi, 1262 Remount Rd., North Charleston | Free | It’s Golden Retriever Night at Dashi — bring your 4-legged friend for brews from Revelry Brewing and bites from Dashi to benefit the Charleston Animal Society + treat your dog to a pup pop from King of Pops. 

Friday, October 8

○ Clay Page + Friends | Fri., Oct. 8 | 7-10 p.m. | Palmetto Brewing Company | Free | Ring in the weekend with this country music star + American Idol Finalist. 

○ Summerville Flavortown Festival | Fri., Oct. 8-Sun., Oct. 10 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | 200 N. Main St., Summerville | Free with admission | Experience one of the largest arts + crafts festivals in the Southeast to benefit the Summerville YMCA.

○ Harvest Moon: A Tribute to Neil Young | Fri., Oct. 8 | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Charleston Pour House | $15 | Come by for live music paying homage to Neil Young’s classic tunes + stay for drink specials. 

○ Oktoberfest Celebration Concert | Fri., Oct. 8 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Frothy Beer Off World, 117 S. Main St., Summerville | Free | Enjoy traditional Polka music mixed with modern mashups while sipping on brews — Lederhosen encouraged.

○ Comedy Night | Fri., Oct. 8 | 7 p.m. | Southern Roots Park Circle, 1083 E. Montague Ave. | $15 | Experience a lineup of nationally touring comedians for a night of laughs, bites + brews during this full-service show.

○ Wait Until Dark | Fri., Oct. 8 | 3 p.m. | Queen Street Playhouse | $16+ | It’s opening night of the award winning play “Wait Until Dark” — grab your tickets now for this mysterious show. 

Saturday, October 9

○ Village Vision 5K Fun Run/Walk | Sat., Oct. 9 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Palmetto County Park, 444 Needlerush Pkwy., Mt. Pleasant | $25 | Walk or run to raise money to provide affordable living to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

○ Fall into Giving | Sat., Oct. 9 | 7 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Support Charleston’s Catholic Charities during a virtual fundraising event featuring an online auction.

○ Lowcountry Trail Half Marathon & 5K Run | Sat., Oct. 9 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Johns Island County Park | $45 | Experience Charleston’s fall foliage while participating in this scenic half marathon + 5K.

○ Avondale 5K & Walk | Sat., Oct. 9 | 8-11 a.m. | Triangle Char & Bar, 828 Savannah Hwy. | $35+ | Run to support the Charles Webb Center — a developmental day care serving children with special needs. 

○ Turtle Trek 5K + Kids Fun Run | Sat., Oct. 9 | 3-5:30 p.m. | Isle of Palms County Park, 1 14th Ave., Isle of Palms | $35+ | Bring the whole family for this sunset 5K and Fun Run to benefit the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Care Center + enjoy light refreshments and an awards celebration after the run. 

○ Charleston Mimosa Festival | Sat., Oct. 9 | 1-5 p.m. | The Bend, 337 Azalea Dr., North Charleston | $50 | Find your favorite mimosa flavor + enjoy food vendors, live music, and a DJ — chairs and blankets are encouraged. 

○ In-Store Book Signing with Paul Attaway | Sat., Oct. 9 | 1-3 p.m. | Buxton Books, 2 Cumberland St. | Free | Join Paul Attaway for a singing of his latest book, “Blood in the Low Country.”

○ Dragon Boat in the Park | Sat., Oct. 9 | 2-3:30 p.m. | James Island County Park | $35 | No experience required for this boating experience on the James Island County Park Lake — must be 16+ to participate. 

○ Charleston Brewery District Free Trolley | Sat., Oct. 9 | 1-9 p.m. | Tradesman Brewing Company | Free | Hop on and off this free trolley + explore 10 of Charleston’s favorite breweries.

Sunday, October 10

○ Lewis Barbecue 4th Annual Chile Roast | Sun., Oct. 10 | 1-4 p.m. | Lewis Barbecue | Free | Sunday is heating up — come by for a spicy celebration featuring roasted chiles, a tasting tent with local chefs, live music + margaritas from upcoming eatery Rancho Lewis. 

○ Lowcountry Holiday High Tea | Sun., Oct. 10 | 5-6 p.m. | Virtual | $15 | Join The Charleston Chapter of Les Dames D’Escoffier for a virtual demonstration of the history of brewing + serving tea — participants will receive recipes for the ultimate high tea experience.

○ Charleston Battery vs. Hartford Athletic | Sun., Oct. 10 | 7 p.m. | Patriots Point, Mt. Pleasant | $12+ | Support Charleston’s professional soccer club during their third home game of the season. 

○ Charleston Magic Show | Sun., Oct. 10 | 7 p.m. | Forte Jazz Lounge | $15+ | Known as “The Celebrities’ Magician,” Carl Michael is guaranteed to amaze. 

○ Charleston County Parks’ Latin American Festival | Sun., Oct. 10 | 12-5 p.m. | Wannamaker County Park | $5+ | Celebrate Latin American and Caribbean culture with music, food, drinks, dancing, folkloric artwork + crafts during this family-friendly event. 

○ Charleston Magic Show | Sun., Oct. 10 | 7 p.m. | Forte Jazz Lounge | $15+ | Known as “The Celebrities Magician,” Carl Michael is guaranteed to awaken your sense of mystery. 

○ Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sun., Oct. 10 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hw. | Free | Visit this 100% local market featuring a full deck bar, live music, and local food. 

Monday, October 11

○ Open Mic Comedy Night | Mon., Oct. 11 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Sparrow, 1078 East Montague Ave., Ste. D, North Charleston | Free | Experience Charleston’s best comics in this 21+ show. 

○ Monday Night Bingo | Mon., Oct. 11 | 6-8 p.m. | Low Tide Brewing | Free | Bingo is back — enjoy brews and bites from food trucks + win prizes.

○ CofC Concert: Jazz Faculty | Mon., Oct. 11 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | Sottile Theatre, 44 George St. | Free | Enjoy a night of smooth jazz music performed by faculty members of the College of Charleston Department of Music. 

○ Women & Gender Studies Panel Discussion: Namsa Leuba | Mon., Oct. 11 | 7 p.m. | Halsey Institute Galleries | Free | Join 4 College of Charleston panelists for a discussion of artist Namsa Leuba’s work — virtual participation option available.  

Tuesday, October 12

○ Sullivan’s Charcuterie Workshop | Tue., Oct. 12 | 6-8 p.m. | The Estuary, 3538 Meeks Farm Rd., Johns Island | $60 | Create your own charcuterie board with instruction from Sullivan’s Board Co. 一 all supplies will be provided. 

○ Bird Watching Walk | Tue., Oct. 12 | 7-9 a.m. | Wall Lowcountry Lowcountry Center, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | $60 | Don’t forget your binoculars + walking shoes for this bird watching tour guided by Hal Vivian.

○ Cuban Night with Gino Castillo + The Cuban Cowboys | Tue., Oct. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Tobin’s Market. 197 Jackson St. | $5 | Vibe to some of Charleston’s favorite Cuban musicians during this high-energy night of dancing, drinking + enjoying small bites. 

○ Succulent Covered Pumpkin Arrangement Workshop | Tue., Oct. 12 | 6 p.m. | Frothy Beard Off World, 117 S. Main St., Summerville | $55 | Elevate your fall decor by creating your own succulent covered pumpkin 一 your first drink is free + all materials will be provided.

○ Two Fer Trivia | Tue., Oct. 12 | 7 p.m. | Palmetto Brewing Co. | Free | Enjoy 2-for-1 burgers and sandwiches + win up to $50 in Palmetto cash.

Wednesday, October 13

○ Fall Garden Strolls & Wine Tasting | Wed., Oct. 13 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Rd. | $25+ | Sample a wide variety of wine while strolling through historic gardens. 

○ Time for Tots | Wed., Oct. 13 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Old Santee Canal Park, 900 Stony Landing Rd., Moncks Corner | $5 | Calling all 2-5 year olds 一 come by for reptile crafts, movies + books for an educational morning. 

○ Paints & Pints | Wed., Oct. 13 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Palmetto Brewing Co. | $30 | 1st pint is on the house during this step-by-step painting class taught by For the Love of Art.   

○ The Future of Photojournalism | Wed., Oct. 13 | 6 p.m. | Sottile Theatre- College of Charleston, 44 George St. | Free | Join a panel discussion about the challenges photojournalists face in the current media environment. 

○ Beyond the MVP- Efficiency Hacks to Take Your Company to the Next Level | Wed., Oct. 13 | 9-10:30 a.m. | Charleston Tech Center, 997 Morrison Dr. | $40 | Join Brian Hutchins as he shares unconventional tips for taking your business to the next level. 

○ Holy City Farmers Market | Wed. Oct. 13 | 4-7 p.m. | Holy City Brewing, 1021 Aragon Ave. | Free | Come by for live music + support local vendors with items for sale. 

○ West Ashley Farmers Market | Wed., Oct. 13 | 3-6:30 p.m. | 55 Sycamore Ave. | Free | Shop local produce + prepared and packaged foods. 

Thursday, October 14

○ Boz Scaggs: Out of the Blues Tour | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 8 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $79+ | Experience Boz Scaggs unique mix of R&B + jazz as he debuts his latest album. 

○ Hocus Pocus Film Screening | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $10 | Get in the Halloween spirit with a screening of this classic film. 

○ Live Under the Oaks | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 6-8 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Towne Center | $25+ | Rock out with Wombat Junction + enjoy bites from local food trucks and drinks from Burtons Grill — chairs and blankets recommended.

○ Starlight Yoga | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Pier, 71 Harry M. Hallman, Jr. Blvd., Mt. Pleasant | $8 | Embrace the moon + stars as your classroom with live music during this class open to all skill levels — participants will receive a glowing prize. 

○ Lowcountry’s Local First’s October Local Social | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Coast Coffee Roasters, 108 E. 3rd N. St., Summerville | $15 | Engage with local business owners + build connections with others during this event aimed to cultivate an economy anchored in local ownership.

○ Paws on the Patio | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 6-8 p.m. | Dashi, 1262 Remount Rd., North Charleston | Free | It’s Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Night at Dashi — bring your 4-legged friend for brews from Revelry Brewing and bites from Dashi to benefit the Charleston Animal Society + treat your dog to a pup pop from King of Pops. 

○ Yappy Hour | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 5-7 p.m. | Wannamaker County Park | Free | Enjoy live music by Matt Jordan + sip on drinks while you play with your 4-legged friend. 

○ Ghost Boat Tour | Thurs., Oct. 14 | 7:15-8:45 p.m. | Charleston Maritime Center, 10 Wharfside St. | $20+ | Get in the spooky spirit with a boat ride featuring ghost stories and Gullah superstitions + wear your favorite Halloween costume for the chance to win prizes — recommended for ages 6 and up.

Friday, October 15

○ Rave from the Grave | Fri., Oct. 15 | 6 p.m.-2 a.m. | The Purple Buffalo, 2702 Azalea Dr., North Charleston | $74 | Start with the weekend with this scary-good EDM show featuring KineticK and Plex.

○ The Spaces Between: Tracy Fitzpatrick and Diedra Harris-Kelley on Romare Bearden: Abstraction | Fri., Oct. 15 | 12-1 p.m. | The Gibbes Museum of Art | $10+ | Explore Romare Bearden’s abstract art with the Bearden Exhibition Curator + Co-Director of the Romare Bearden Foundation. 

○ Chasing the Light | Fri., Oct. 15 | 10-11 a.m. | Wall Lowcountry Center, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | $10+ | Explore Tanya Ackerman’s inspiration for her photography of Pawleys Island + discuss her latest book “Chasing the Light.”

○ Fall Nights: Constellations | Fri., Oct. 15- Sat., Oct. 16 | 7 p.m. | Battery Gadsden,1917 I’on Ave., Sullivan’s Island | $40 | Enjoy an outdoor performance of the award-winning play “Constellations” during this can’t-miss partnership of the PURE Theatre group + Battery Gadsden Cultural Center.  

○ Monarch Migration | Fri., Oct. 15 | 4-6 p.m. | Folly Beach County Park | $10 | Explore the migration of monarch butterflies + contribute to butterfly research with the unique opportunity to potentially tag butterflies.

Saturday, October 16

○ Mt. Joy & Trampled by Turtles | Sat., Oct. 16 | 7:30 p.m. | The Woodlands Nature Reserve | $74 | Rock out with the “Silver Lining” singers as they continue their fall tour — act fast, tickets are sure to sell out. 

○ Salty Dog Hushpuppy Fest | Sat., Oct. 16 | 4 p.m. | The Salty Dog, 1882 Andell Bluff Blvd., Seabrook Island | Free | Try the world famous hushpuppies and enjoy waterfront dining with live music + fresh seafood.

○ Walter O. Evans on Romare Bearden | Sat., Oct. 16 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | The Gibbes Museum of Art | $10+ | Join Walter O. Evans for a special presentation of his 19th and 20th century African American artwork collection. 

○ Walk to End Alzheimers | Sat., Oct. 16 | 10 a.m. | Riverfront Park, 1061 Everglades Ave., North Charleston | $100 | Walk to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association + help reach the goal of raising $296,000 — walk from home experiences available.

○ Pink Promenade Catwalk + Cocktails | Sat., Oct. 16 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Towne Center | $25 | Think Pink this weekend — support the Roper St. Francis Foundation Breast Cancer Program with a special fashion show featuring cancer survivor models + receive two champagne tickets and brunch bites from Burtons Grill.

○ Fall Crafts Festival | Sat., Oct. 16 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Antiques & Artisans Village, 619 Old Trolley Rd., Summerville | Free | Shop for fall goodies from local crafters, artisans + artists. 

○ Fall Park Circle Art Walk | Sat., Oct. 16 | 12-5 p.m. | Park Circle Neighborhood, North Charleston | Free | Walk, bike, or drive through Park Circle to view art from local artist’s front yards.

○ 4th Annual Pumpkin Carving Event | Sat., Oct. 16 | 3-5 p.m. + 7-9 p.m. | Avondale Wine & Cheese, 813 Savannah Hwy. | $10 | Reserve your spot for this event guaranteed to put you in the Halloween spirit — pumpkins included with admission.

○ Challenge Course Adventures | Sat., Oct. 16 | 1-2:30 p.m. | James Island County Park | $15 | Showcase your sense of adventure this Saturday by balancing, leaping + swinging through this daring course. 

○ Charleston Brewery District Free Trolley | Sat., Oct. 16 | 1-9 p.m. | Tradesman Brewing Company | Free | Hop on and off this free trolley + explore 10 of Charleston’s favorite breweries.

○ Daddy Daughter Dance | Sat., Oct. 16 | 5-8 p.m. | The Green Barn at Carnes Crossing, Summerville | $45 | Calling all dads, uncles, brothers, and grandpas — dance the night away during a daddy daughter dance featuring Chick-fil-A catering, a balloon artist + a photographer. 

Sunday, October 17

○ Family Day: Games in the Garden | Sun., Oct. 17 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Rd. | Free with admission | Play Colonial games + explore the 110-acre property for a day that’s perfect for all ages. 

○ Children’s Day Festival | Sun., Oct. 17 | 12-5 p.m. | Park West Recreation Complex | Free | Enjoy carnival rides, inflatable slides, live entertainment, face painting + concessions to support East Cooper Schools. 

○ Beatles vs. Stones: A Musical Showdown | Sun., Oct. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $25+ | Back up your favorite band with this musical showdown that’s sure to get you on your feet.

○ Free Verse: Poetry & Pancakes | Sun., Oct. 17 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Daps Breakfast & Imbile | Free | Spend Sunday brunch with poets creating custom poems for everyone who orders a pancake.

○ Thrifters + Drifters Fall Market | Sun., Oct. 17 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Royal American | Free | Get a head start on holiday shopping with this can’t-miss market featuring 15+ vendors + enjoy Royal American’s newly updated menu for bites and brews. 

○ Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sun., Oct. 17 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hw. | Free | Visit this 100% local market featuring a full deck bar, live music, and local food. 

Monday, October 18

○ Make a Beautiful Arrangement with Dried Flowers | Mon., Oct. 18 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Wall Lowcountry Center Auditorium, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | $45+ | Embrace the fall foliage as horticulturist Viki Richardson explains how to create a dried flower arrangement during this hands-on experience.

○ Monday Night Bingo | Mon., Oct. 18 | 6-8 p.m. | Low Tide Brewing | Free | Bingo is back — enjoy brews and bites from food trucks + win prizes.

○ Team Trivia | Mon., Oct. 18 | 7 p.m. | Home Team BBQ, 1205 Ashley River Rd. | Free | Gather your friends and family for this fast-paced trivia game — top 3 teams win Home Team gift cards up to $50.

○ Open Mic Comedy Night | Mon., Oct. 18 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Sparrow, 1078 E. Montague Ave. Ste. D, North Charleston | Free, donations accepted | Laugh along with some of the Lowcountry’s favorite comics at this 21+ show. 

Tuesday, October 19

○ Open Mic Comedy Night | Tue., Oct. 19 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Sparrow, 1078 E. Montague Ave. Ste. D, North Charleston | Free | Experience some of Charleston’s favorite comics in this 21+ show. 

○ Pat Benatar & Niel Giraldo Rockin’ The Gaillard Center | Tue., Oct. 19 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Gaillard Center | $97.75+ | Calling all 80’s rock fans — you won’t want to miss this show featuring 4-time Grammy award winner Pat Benatar. 

○ Kiawah Bobcats: Understanding Lynx in the Food Chain | Tue., Oct. 19 | 6:30-8 p.m. | South Carolina Aquarium | $10 | Join Jim Jordan as he teaches about the Lowcountry bobcat population + find out ways you can help ensure a future for bobcats.

○ Discovery Day: Pluff Mud Party | Tue., Oct. 19 | 10-11 a.m. | The Dill Sanctuary, 1163 Riverland Dr. | $10+ | Get messy with mud art projects perfect for ages 2-5 and spend the day exploring the Charleston Museum, historic houses, and Dill Sanctuary.

○ Two Fer Trivia | Tue., Oct. 19 | 7 p.m. | Palmetto Brewing Co. | Free | Enjoy 2-for-1 burgers and sandwiches + win up to $50 in Palmetto cash.

○ Trivia Tuesday | Tue., Oct. 19 | 7-9 p.m. | Container Bar, 2130 Mt. Pleasant St., Mt. Pleasant | Free | Tackle trivia during dinner from 5 local food trucks + top 3 teams win a prize.

Wednesday, October 20

○ Fall Garden Strolls & Wine Tasting | Wed., Oct. 20 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Rd. | $25+ | Sample a wide variety of wine while strolling through historic gardens. 

○ Charleston Battery vs. LA Galaxy II | Wed., Oct. 20 | 7 p.m. | Patriots Point | $12+ | Kick it with Charleston’s professional soccer club as they take on LA Galaxy II. 

○ Holy City Farmers Market | Wed. Oct. 20 | 4-7 p.m. | Holy City Brewing, 1021 Aragon Ave. | Free | Come by for live music + support local vendors with items for sale. 

○ West Ashley Farmers Market | Wed., Oct. 20 | 3-6:30 p.m. | 55 Sycamore Ave. | Free | Shop local produce + prepared and packaged foods. 

Thursday, October 21

○ Live Under the Oaks | Thurs., Oct. 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Towne Center | $25+ | Listen to husband and wife duo Lyn Avenue + grab snacks local food trucks and drinks from Burtons Grill — chairs and blankets recommended.

○ North Charleston Business Expo | Thurs., Oct. 21 | 11-6:30 p.m. | Charleston Area Convention Center | Free | Network with local business owners and exhibitors + discover ways to grow your business — tickets on sale now for the networking reception. 

○ Paws on the Patio | Thurs., Oct. 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Dashi, 1262 Remount Rd., North Charleston | Free | It’s Labrador Retriever Night at Dashi — bring your 4-legged friend for beers from Revelry Brewing and food from Dashi + treat your dog to a pup pop from King of Pops. 

○ Black History All Year Long: Focus on Women | Thurs., Oct. 21 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Log on for a virtual discussion focused on celebrating, respecting, and raising awareness about Black women.

Friday, October 22

○ Fall Festival of Houses & Gardens | Fri., Oct. 22-Sun., Oct. 24 | Times vary | Various locations across Beaufort, SC | $70-80 | Glimpse into history as property owners open their private homes and gardens to public view during this three-day event ft. tours, lectures, and more (times + prices vary per activity).  Ⓟ

○ Filmore | Fri., Oct. 22 | 7 p.m. | The Windjammer | $15+ | “Nothing’s Better” than a night rocking out with Filmore — must be 21+ or with a parent. 

○ Fall Nights: Buyer & Cellar | Fri., Oct. 22- Sat., Oct. 23 | 7 p.m. | Battery Gadsden,1917 I’on Ave., Sullivan’s Island | $40 | Attend an outdoor performance of the award-winning play “Buyer & Cellar” during this partnership of the PURE Theatre group + Battery Gadsden Cultural Center.  

○ Monarch Migration | Fri., Oct. 22 | 4-6 p.m. | Folly Beach County Park | $10 | Explore the migration of monarchs + contribute to butterfly research with the unique opportunity to potentially tag butterflies.

○ Fossil Friday | Fri., Oct. 22 | 2-4 p.m. | The Charleston Museum | Free | Finish the week with fossils as the Curator of Natural History shares his latest finds. 

Saturday, October 23

○ South Carolina Stingrays vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits | Sat., Oct. 23 | 6:05 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum | $25 | Cheer on Charleston’s hockey team as they take on Greenville — all games are streamed on flohockey.tv if you can’t make the game. 

○ Palmetto Freedom Fest | Sat., Oct. 23 | 6:30 p.m. | The Grounds at LTP Tennis Center, Daniel Island | $25 | You won’t want to miss Bruce Lee for a night benefiting our nation’s heroes and their families.

○ Cast Off Fishing Tournament | Sat., Oct. 23 | 7 a.m.-2 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Pier | $5+ | Enjoy a day on the water + reel in the biggest catch to win prizes during this family friendly event — no pre registration required. 

○ Challenge Course Adventures | Sat., Oct. 23 | 1-2:30 p.m. | James Island County Park | $15 | Showcase your sense of adventure this Saturday by balancing, leaping + swinging through this daring course. 

○ Punch Needle Workshop | Sat., Oct. 23 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Charleston Museum | $150+ | Join local artist Daisy McClellan for a lesson on this traditional embroidery technique + receive a start kit filled with everything you need to relax with this craft at home. 

○ Charleston Brewery District Free Trolley | Sat., Oct. 23 | 1-9 p.m. | Tradesman Brewing Company | Free | Hop on and off this free trolley + explore 10 of Charleston’s favorite breweries.

○ Open Mic Comedy Night | Sat., Oct. 23 | 8 p.m. | The Sparrow, 1078 East Montague Avenue Suite D, North Charleston | $12 | Experience some of Charleston’s favorite comics in this 21+ show. 

Sunday, October 24

○ Donut Fest Charleston | Sun., Oct. 24 | 1-5 p.m. | TBD | $10+ | Calling all donut lovers — sample a variety of donuts + sip on beer and coffee during this event guaranteed to cure your sweet tooth.

○ Lowcountry Halloween Festival | Sun., Oct. 24 | 12-6 p.m. | Citadel Mall | Free | Get in the Halloween spirit with indoor trick-or-treating, face painting, a photo booth, stage demos, and crafts — stick around for surprise special guests. 

○ 3rd Annual Fall Festival | Sun., Oct. 24 | 11 a.m-3 p.m. | Holy City Brewing | Free | Stop by for games, a silent auction, make-your-own caramel apple station, and a photo booth during this event guaranteed to get the whole family in the fall spirit. 

○ Wait Until Dark | Sun., Oct. 24 | 3 p.m. | Queen Street Playhouse | $16+ | It’s closing night of the award winning play “Wait Until Dark” — grab your tickets now for this mysterious show. 

○ Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sun., Oct. 24 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hw. | Free | Visit this 100% local market featuring a full deck bar, live music, and local food. 

Monday, October 25

○ Monday Night Bingo | Mon., Oct. 25 | 6-8 p.m. | Low Tide Brewing | Free | Bingo is back — enjoy brews and bites from [insert food truck] + win prizes.

○ Reptile Round-up | Mon., Oct. 25 | 2-3 p.m. | Night Heron Park Nature Center, 4000 Sea Forest Dr., Kiawah Island | $10 | Engage with alligators, snakes, and turtles during this hands-on learning experience — recommended for ages 6+.

○ Team Trivia | Mon., Oct. 25 | 7 p.m. | Home Team BBQ, 1205 Ashley River Rd. | Free | Gather your friends and family for this fast-paced trivia game — top 3 teams win Home Team gift cards up to $50.

Tuesday, October 26

○ Leveler 10 Year Anniversary Tour | Tue., Oct. 26 | 7 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $25.50+ | Rock out with Leveler on their August Burns Red Tour. 

○ Bird Watching Walk | Tue., Oct. 26 | 7-9 a.m. | Wall Lowcountry Center, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | $60 | Don’t forget to bring your binoculars and walking shoes for this bird watching tour guided by Hal Vivian.

○ Two Fer Trivia | Tue., Oct. 26 | 7 p.m. | Palmetto Brewing Co. | Free | Enjoy 2-for-1 burgers and sandwiches + win up to $50 in Palmetto cash.

○ Trivia Tuesday | Tue., Oct. 26 | 7-9 p.m. | Container Bar, 2130 Mt. Pleasant St., Mt. Pleasant | Free | Tackle trivia during dinner from 5 local food trucks + top 3 teams win a prize.

Wednesday, October 27

○ Fall Garden Strolls & Wine Tasting | Wed., Oct. 27 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Rd. | $25+ | Sample a wide variety of wine while strolling through historic gardens. 

○ Monks Corner 10th Annual Halloween Festival | Wed., Oct. 27 | 6-9 p.m. | 100 Behrman St, Moncks Corner | Free | Stop by for a spooky night filled with music, food trucks, trick-or-treating, and carnival games — don’t forget to enter the costume contest in Unity Park. 

○ Holy City Farmers Market | Wed. Oct. 27 | 4-7 p.m. | Holy City Brewing, 1021 Aragon Ave. | Free | Come by for live music + support local vendors with items for sale. 

○ West Ashley Farmers Market | Wed., Oct. 27 | 3-6:30 p.m. | 55 Sycamore Ave. | Free | Shop local produce + prepared and packaged foods. 

Thursday, October 28

○ Live Under the Oaks | Thurs., Oct. 28 | 6-8 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Towne Center | $25+ | Grab chairs and blankets for this fall concert series — jam to Jared Petteys and the Headliners + grab dinner from local food trucks and drinks from Burtons Grill.

○ Disney on Ice: Celebrates Mickey & Friends | Thurs., Oct. 28-Sun., Oct. 31 | 7 p.m. + 10:30 a.m. + 2:30 p.m. + 6:30 p.m. + 11 a.m. | North Charleston Coliseum | $33+ | Bring the whole family for this ice-spectacular featuring 6 showtimes this weekend.

○ Trick or Treat Boo Thru | Thurs., Oct. 28 | 3:30-7 p.m. | Hampton Park, 55 Cleveland Street | $33+ | Take your family on this 1-mile drive through a spooky loop + receive goodies, hunt for pumpkins, listen to Halloween music, and get your picture taken. 

○ Paws on the Patio | Thurs., Oct. 28 | 6-8 p.m. | Dashi, 1262 Remount Rd., North Charleston | Free | It’s Dachshunds Night at Dashi — bring your 4-legged friend for beer from Revelry Brewing,bites from Dashi + a pup pop from King of Pops. 

Friday, October 29

○ Truck-or-Treat Halloween Bash | Fri., Oct. 29 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Jerry Blackwell Sports Complex, 515 W. Boundary St., Summerville | Free | Bring your kids to climb and explore fire trucks and tractors — don’t forget to wear your best costume and bring a bag to collect all your goodies. 

○ Freaky Firkin’ Friday | Fri., Oct. 29 | 4-9 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, 547 Long Point Rd., Mt. Pleasant | Free | Kick off Charleston Beer Week with this event featuring beers, food trucks, live music + a costume contest.

○ Palmetto Brewing’s LIVE Can Art Competition | Fri., Oct. 29 | 6-9 p.m. | Palmetto Brewing Co. | Free | Enjoy bites + brews as you watch local artists compete for the chance to design a 2022 Palmetto Brewing can label.

○ Party for the Parks | Fri., Oct. 29 | 6-10 p.m. | Colonial Lake | Free | Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy tunes from DJ R Dot, bites from local restaurants + open bars — this year’s theme is a Zodiac celestial celebration. 

○ Monarch Migration | Fri., Oct. 29 | 4-6 p.m. | Folly Beach County Park | $10 | Explore the migration of monarchs + contribute to butterfly research with the unique opportunity to potentially tag butterflies.

Saturday, October 30

• Firefly Distillery + local nonprofit Share Our Suzy are throwing an event at the distillery on Oct. 30 in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event will feature local vendors, live music, Lola’s Lumpia food truck, and “pink drinks.”

○ Charleston Battery vs. Miami FC | Sat., Oct. 30 | 7 p.m. | Patriots Point | $12+ | Kick it with Charleston’s professional soccer club during Hispanic Heritage Night. 

○ Haints, Haunts, and a Gothic Goodnight | Sat., Oct. 30- Sun. Oct. 31 | 6 p.m. | Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | $50+ | Get in the spooky spirit with a Lowcountry buffet + ghost tales performed by actor and horror icon Bill Oberst Jr. 

○ Children’s Imagination Walk | Sat., Oct. 30 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Brookgreen Gardens, 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet | Free with admission | Dress in your favorite costume for this interactive walk through the gardens + trick-or-treat along the way — all ages welcome. 

○ Challenge Course Adventures | Sat., Oct. 30 | 1-2:30 p.m. | James Island County Park | $15 | Showcase your sense of adventure this Saturday by balancing, leaping + swinging through this daring course. 

○ Brisk Bocce | Sat., Oct. 30 | 12-4 p.m. | Baker and Brewer, 94 Stuart St. | $10 | Show your skills on Baker and Brewer’s new bocce court during this speed-round tournament + win cash prizes — swag and pints of beer included in ticket price.  

○ Charleston Brewery District Free Trolley | Sat., Oct. 30 | 1-9 p.m. | Tradesman Brewing Company | Free | Hop on and off this free trolley + explore 10 of Charleston’s favorite breweries.

Sunday, October 31

○ Boogieman Halloween Festival | Sun., Oct. 31 | 1 p.m. | The Royal American, 970 Morrison Dr. | $30+ | Get in the Halloween spirit with this 21+ event featuring performances by 15 bands + enjoy seasonal bites and brews. 

○ Dashi Ice Cream Carnival | Sun., Oct. 31 | 12-4 p.m. | Dashi, 1262 Remount Rd., North Charleston | Free | Sweeten your Sunday with $2 ice cream cones at Dashi’s new dessert camper + enjoy carnival games, face painting, prizes, and bites.

○ Voodoo Brunch | Sun., Oct. 31 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Daps Breakfast & Imbibe, 280A Ashley Ave. | Free | Don’t miss this spooky brunch that will satisfy your Halloween hunger — stick around for giveaways and swag.

○ Kayaks & Lowcountry Boil | Sun., Oct. 31 | 2-9 p.m. | Bowens Island Restaurant, 1870 Bowens Island Rd. | $65 | Join Lowcountry Brewing for this spooky kayak tour followed by a Lowcountry boil at Bowens Island. 

○ Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sun., Oct. 31 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hw. | Free | Visit this 100% local market featuring a full deck bar, live music, and food.

From CHSTODAY.com