From Hilton Head Island to Savannah, spooktakular and frightingly fun events abound this week.
BEAUFORT
Trick-or-treat in downtown Beaufort
(and stick around for a movie)
When/Where: Kids will be able to visit downtown businesses in the spirit of the spooky season for goodies from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Oct. 28.
Info: This year's annual trick-or-treating session is back in downtown Beaufort and will be paired with this month's movie in the park, Casper. The movie will begin in the Watefront Park. Various food specials will be dished up for kids too, details on that closer to the event.
18th Annual Ghost Tours in Beaufort
When/Where: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 30 in downtown Beaufort. Meet at 1006 Bay St.
Info: Take a carriage ride or walking tour through the moss lined streets of Beaufort's historic district while listening to storytellers tell haunting tales of the area. Watch for "things that go bump in the night." The Exchange Club's ghost tours benefit the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA).
Cost: Carriage Tour: $20 per adult and $10 per child (ages 3-11). Walking Tour: $12 all ages (only offered on Oct. 22, 23, 28, 29 and 30). Reservations strongly recommended.
Contact: 843-524-4678
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BLUFFTON/HILTON HEAD
Mythical Monsters
When/Where: 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27 at the Bluffton branch of the Beaufort County Library
Info: A local naturalist will help children and their parents decide whether mythical monsters such as the Lizard Man and Bigfoot are fact or fiction.
Cost: Free and open to the public
Contact: http://www.beaufortcountylibrary.org
Ghost Stories on the Porch
When/Where: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28 at the Bluffton branch of the Beaufort County Library
Info: After the sun goes down, join storyteller Chris Soucy on the library’s screened porch for tales of ghostly happenings in Old Town Bluffton. Adults and teens age 16 and older only.
Cost: Free, but limited to 35 people
Contact: http://www.beaufortcountylibrary.org
Second annual Halloween Horse Show for the Lowcountry Equestrian Team
When/Where: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30 at Lawton Stables in Sea Pines Plantation
Info: The event will include a horse show, costume class, horseless horse show, pony rides, pumpkin painting, face painting, Halloween tattoos, hayrides and a scavenger hunt.
Cost: There is no admission fee, but there is a $10 fee per activity listed above.
Contact: 843-671-2686
Island Rec Center Pumpkin Patch
The Patch will be open from 4:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 29 at Shelter Cove Community Park. Details: 843-681-7273. www.islandreccenter.org
The Mall at Shelter Cove
The mall is hosting trick-or-treating for children under 12 from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 31. Details: 843-686-3090. www.mallatsheltercove.com
The Sandbox
The museum will be open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 30; kids are invited to come in costume for arts and crafts, a scavenger hunt, goody bags and more. Details: 843-842-7645. www.thesandbox.org
Sea Pines Forest Preserve Hayrides
Rides will take place from 1-2 p.m. and 2:15-3:15 p.m. Oct. 30-31 at the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Children will listen to spooky stories and visit the The Sea Pines Resort Pumpkin Patch. Cost is $10 per adult and $8 per child (12 and under) for Sea Pines property owners and guests, and $12 per adult and $10 per child for all others. Reservations are required. Details: 843-842-1979. www.seapines.com
Coligny Plaza
Hosting a Halloween party from 4-8 p.m. Oct. 28, featuring Tail-Waggers’ annual pet contest at 5 p.m.; a Family Costume Contest at 5:30 p.m.; and a hot dog eating contest at 6:30 p.m. There will also be trick-or-treating at participating shops and restaurants, a free photo booth, ghost stories, a giant shark slide and obstacle course, food, candy and more. Details: 843-842-6050. www.colignyplaza.com
“South Carolina Scarecrow Walkabout”
This walking tour of the Sea Pines Forest Preserve offers a look at local student-created scarecrows based on a South Carolina theme. Other activities include pumpkin painting (participants are asked to bring their own pumpkins) and Gullah storytelling. The event takes place from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Forest Preserve / Fish Island and benefits the Preserve. Tickets are $5 per family and will be sold at the event. Contact: 843-785-2534. www.spmaboosterclub.spma.com
Tanger Outlet Centers 1
The shopping center will host a Halloween / Harvest Festival and trick-or-treating for children under 12 at participating stores from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 30. The Sandbox — An Interactive Children’s Museum will be in the courtyard offering arts and crafts, and music will be provided by DJ Allen Pallchak from Hilton Head Entertainment.
Contact: 843-837-4339. www.tangeroutlet.com/hiltonhead
The Salty Dog Cafe
The Sea Pines spot will have burgers, hot dogs, candy, live entertainment and spooky treats in their the haunted village from 4-9 p.m Oct. 31. A kids’ costume contest will begin at 7 p.m. Contact: 843-363-2198. www.thesaltydog.com
RIDGELAND
The Great Pumpkin Patch
When/Where: Opens Oct. 1st until Oct. 31 at Holiday Farms, 10884 Grays Hwy in Ridgeland, SC 29936; located 10 miles west of Ridgeland and 20 miles east of Hampton on U.S. 278
Info: Daytime tours are available, as well as a night ride with wiener and marshmallow roast. Other activities include barrel racing, hay rides, bounce house, barnyard zoo
Cost: $8 per person, includes pumpkin and all activities, such as games and covered hayrides
Contact: 843-726-5527 or www.holidayfarmssc.com
SAVANNAH
Halloween Hike
When/Where: 5-8 p.m. Oct. 29-30 at the Oatland Island Wildlife Center
Info: Back by popular demand! The Halloween Hike for the little ones. This event is not too scary and a lot of fun. Take your little trick or treater on the “Friendly Forest” trail and meet some lovable characters along the way. Enjoy stories told by Mother Goose in Oatland’s charming barn, crafts, snacks and a fossil hunt. A hay ride will complete your adventure. Other activities and concessions by the Friends of Oatland will be available.
Cost: $7 per child and $5 per adult. Treat bags will be provided.
Fall-O-Ween Festival
When/Where: Oct. 29-30 at Skidaway Island State Park
Info: On Friday and Saturday nights, come out for a haunted chilling trail. On Saturday, come out for an afternoon of spooktacular kids crafts, a pumpkin decorating contest, hayrides, food, family fun games and trick-or-treating. Register before Oct. 24 for trick-or-treating.
Cost: $5 parking.
Contact: 912-598-2300
Trick or Treat and More at Roundhouse Railroad Museum
When/Where: 10-11:30 a.m. Oct. 30 at the Roundhouse Railroad Museum in Savannah
Info: Come listen to Halloween-themed stories, decorate pumpkins and your own goody bag, take a ride on the train, and Trick-or-Treat throughout the Roundhouse.
Cost: $10 + Regular Adult Admission
Contact: Reservations are necessary to make sure we have enough pumpkins. Call Kelli at 912-651-6823 x203 or email childrensevents@chsgeorgia.org
The 13th Annual Trick or Trot 5K and 10K Run/Walk Road Race
When/Where: Oct. 30 at May Howard Elementary School on Wilmington Island
Info: The event is organized by Savannah Sunrise Rotary Club. Proceeds benefit three Savannah charities. The Midtown Community Center, West Broad Street YMCA, and SAFE Shelter. Special activities include children’s events.
Contact: To register for the race or to donate, visit www.TrickorTrot.net
Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival
When/Where: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 31 at Forsyth Park in Savannah
Info: The 22nd Annual Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival presented by Congregation Mickve Israel in Forsyth Park. Ethnic Jewish cuisine and family entertainment.
Cost: Free admission, cost for food.
Contact: 912-233-1547 or www.mickveisrael.org
