Charleston, SC Events: Don’t Miss a Thing
Looking for kid-friendly events in Charleston, SC? You’ve found it. The Kidding Around Charleston Events Page is your go-to spot for family-friendly fun around the Lowcountry, featuring Charleston area events this weekend, plus can’t-miss activities and upcoming favorites for kids of all ages.
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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.
Wear your favorite costume, trick-or-treat your way through the library, and enjoy some Halloween fun.
📍 Location: Baxter-Patrick James Island Library, 1847 Camp Rd, Charleston, SC 29412
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👶 Ages: 0-11
Get ready to be treated during our spooktacular fun run and festival chock full of trick or treating, candy and entertainment including music from DJ Web Hollow, face painting, balloon art, jump castles, local vendors, and refreshments. Everyone is encouraged to dress up in their favorite Halloween costume! Registration Early registration is $25 per standard vehicle of up to 15. All participants must arrive together in the same vehicle. Day-of registration is available at the gate until 12:30 p.m. for $30 per vehicle. Event Schedule 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Check in and trick-or-treat bag distribution 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Fun run, trick-or-treating, and festival 12 p.m. Costume contest Costume Contest Participants are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes! Prizes will be provided for the best Halloween costume for male and female participants under the age of 4, ages 5-6, ages 7-8, ages 9-10, ages 16-20, ages 11-15, ages 16-20, ages 20+, best duo, best group of 3+, and best pet. Vendors Ma’s Gourmet Kettlecorn and Lemonade Zimos Gyro King of Pops One Trick Pony Coffee Presented By: Supported By:
The Goose Creek Police Department is hosting its annual Trunk or Treat! Bring the kids out for a fun, safe Halloween celebration hosted by your local law enforcement.
Head to the Cane Bay Family YMCA for a festive fall afternoon packed with fun for the whole family! Enjoy a live DJ (Winfield Entertainment), bounce houses, obstacle courses, seasonal crafts, food, and a visit from local heroes — Fire Department, EMS, and the Sheriff’s Office. Plus, catch an opening ceremony performance by the Cane Bay High School Band, and show off your best costume in the Costume Contest or enter your trunk in the Trunk Contest. Free and open to the public — no YMCA membership required!
Trick-or-Treat Night brings the magic of Halloween to Southern Screams with a lights-on walk through their haunted house, friendly characters, and treat stops along the way. It’s the perfect evening for little ghouls, first-time haunt visitors, and families looking for spooky fun without the scares.
📍 Location: Southern Screams, 1021 Aragon Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405
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