18 family events across the Charleston, SC area this weekend: 8 big outings (festivals, farms, shows and attractions), museum and garden programs, plus free library programs from Charleston County & Dorchester County libraries. Use the filters to narrow it down.
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Big outings first: festivals, farms, shows and attractions, mixing free and paid, for a range of ages.
Olde Village (East Montague Ave, near Park Circle) — North Charleston · Charleston Co. · North Charleston
Live music, artist market, Kid's Zone, a pop-up petting zoo, costume contests, and trick-or-treating on the street for kids 12 and under (4–6pm).
Details at City of North Charleston ↗West County Aquatic Center — Hollywood · Charleston Co. · Charleston & islands
Turn up, have fun, and make some memories!
Details at Charleston County Parks ↗OPIE Drive-Thru Market — Mount Pleasant · Charleston Co. · Mount Pleasant & East Cooper
Join OPIE Drive-Thru Market for its annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 17, from 3–6 PM in Mount Pleasant!
Details at Charleston Moms ↗Park West Recreation Complex — Mount Pleasant · Charleston Co. · Mount Pleasant & East Cooper
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Old and new traditions delight at the 38th Annual Town of Mount Pleasant Children’s Day Festival presented by Harris Teeter!
Details at Explore Charleston (Charleston Area CVB) ↗Boone Hall Farms (Pumpkin Patch entrance) — Mount Pleasant · Charleston Co. · Mount Pleasant & East Cooper
One of South Carolina's biggest fall festivals, in its 30th year: corn maze, tractor tour, pig races, petting zoo. Fri–Sun through Nov. 1, 10am–7pm.
Details at Boone Hall Plantation ↗Knightsville United Methodist Church — Summerville · Dorchester Co. · Summerville & inland
Knightsville Pumpkin Patch’s mission is to provide the community with a loving fall family experience surrounded by pumpkins!
Details at Charleston Moms ↗West Farm — Moncks Corner · Berkeley Co. · Summerville & inland
Check out their corn maze, pumpkin barn, children’s area, animal viewing, photo opportunities, hayride, apple slingshot, snack bar/picnic area, and food vendors!
Details at Charleston Moms ↗Dreaming Farms — Charleston · Charleston Co. · Charleston & islands
From tiny treasures to giant carving classics, Dreaming Farms has the perfect pumpkin for everyone.
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Firefly Distillery — North Charleston · Charleston Co. · North Charleston
Fall Food Truck Feastival Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM Free Admission What to Expect Firefly Distillery’s Fall Food Truck Feastival is back and…
Details at Explore Charleston (Charleston Area CVB) ↗International African American Museum — Charleston · Charleston Co. · Charleston & islands
The International African American Museum (IAAM) announces IAAM Homecoming 2026, taking place Friday, October 16 to Saturday, October 17.
Details at Explore Charleston (Charleston Area CVB) ↗Gahagan Park — Summerville · Dorchester Co. · Summerville & inland
Latin American Cultural Fair with Latin Groove and Summerville Parks and Recreation 6PM-9PM
Details at Explore Charleston (Charleston Area CVB) ↗North Charleston Coliseum — North Charleston · Charleston Co. · North Charleston
The Stingrays host the Greenville Swamp Rabbits for their Home Opener for the 2026-27 season!
Details at Explore Charleston (Charleston Area CVB) ↗Charleston · Charleston Co. · Charleston & islands
Sunday, October 18, 2026 Join Save the Light at Bowen’s Island Restaurant on Sunday afternoon, October 18th, for the 150th Morris Island Lighthouse Celebration at a…
Details at Explore Charleston (Charleston Area CVB) ↗From Charleston County Public Library and Dorchester County Library branches. Some need registration; check the library page.
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