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This Halloween, Charleston is pulling out all the stops to make Halloween 2024 one for the books. From ghost tours and haunted houses to costume parties and trick-or-treating, the city is brimming with festive events that will delight residents and visitors alike. Whether you're looking for family-friendly activities or seeking a thrill with spine-chilling scares, Charleston has it all.
Charleston takes on an eerie, yet charming, atmosphere with a hauntingly delightful array of events. Stroll through the cobblestone streets, visit the spine-tingling haunted sites, and immerse yourself in ghostly tales on one of the city's famous ghost tours. Explore vibrant costume parties, pumpkin patches, and experience a southern Halloween like no other.
Explore Boogieman Halloween festival 's haunted house and maze to get your adrenaline pumping. As the night unfolds, Dress up in your spookiest costume and groove to the rhythm of live music and dance your cares away at the Halloween-themed dance party. Satisfy your taste buds with delectable Halloween-inspired treats and beverages offered by various food vendors.
Join a hands-on macaron-making class with a Halloween twist and learn the art of making spooky-themed macarons with the guidance of an experienced instructor. Create your own ghostly, pumpkin, or vampire-inspired macarons. And after this delightful experience, you can carry home your scrumptious creations, ready to savor them in solitude or share the Halloween magic with friends and family, indulging in the perfect blend of culinary craftsmanship and spooky fun.
Bring your bicycle and join the JSLC Annual Halloween Ride with fellow cyclists. Decorate your bike in a spooky and creative way to fit the Halloween theme. You will get to explore the charming neighborhoods of Charleston at a leisurely pace, soaking in the enchanting Halloween decorations that adorn the streets. This unique and active celebration of the holiday promises an unforgettable experience within the cycling community.
Join the Halloween bar crawl and visit some of Charleston's best bars and pubs. You must dress up in your most creative and eye-catching costume to enter the $1000 costume contest to Enjoy Halloween-themed drinks and specials at each stop along the crawl. You'll have the opportunity to connect with fellow Halloween enthusiasts, forging new friendships and sharing memorable moments throughout the night.
Embark on a Halloween-themed cruise along Charleston's scenic waterways. Revel in the hauntingly beautiful atmosphere of the decked-out cruise ship, adorned with spine-tingling decorations and eerie lighting. As the moonlight casts its enchantment, groove to the tunes of Halloween music while you cruise along. Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and participate in an onboard costume contest for a chance to showcase your creativity.
Join the Meeting of the Macabre to delve into the world of two iconic authors, Edgar Allan Poe and Bram Stoker. Here you will get to listen to readings and discussions of their famous works, including "The Tell-Tale Heart" and "Dracula." Also you may get the opportunity to engage in conversations with fellow literature lovers and exchange thoughts on the macabre themes in their writings. Don’t miss the chance to explore the dark and mysterious atmosphere, setting the perfect tone for the evening.
Charleston is packed with haunted happenings each October every year, from frightening to family-friendly. Celebrate the spookiest time of year with night-time parades, haunted houses, spooky movies, ghost tours, pumpkin picking, and beyond.
Charleston has some fantastic venues that are hosting Halloween events this year, find them below:
The hardest part when celebrating Halloween 2025 in Charleston is to decide what to do since the choice is great!!! as there are so many Halloween events, ghost Parties, and things to do in Charleston during Halloween.
Charleston has some fantastic venues that are hosting Halloween events this year, find them below:
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