South Carolina October 2014 Events

October is a beautiful month in South Carolina that’s full of artistic creativity. From art exhibits to inventive costumes, the Summerville and Charleston events in October will get the right side of your brain buzzing. Take a look at what’s happening this month.

An Abundance of Art Events in 29420

When it comes to artistic activities there are plenty of things to do in North Charleston all month long. Here are a few of our favorite creative events.

• Studio Painting Workshop with Deborah Meyer – October 1: Olde Village Community Building, 4820 Jenkins Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405
• North Charleston City Hall Exhibit featuring the work of Debbie Broadway – October 1
• North Charleston City Hall Exhibit featuring the work of Redux Studio Artists – October 2
• Kris Westerson’s Papermaking Workshop – October 25: Olde Village Community Building, 4820 Jenkins Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405

 

Halloween Events in 29485 and 29420

Harvest Festival and Block Party – North Charleston’s premiere Halloween event is the Harvest Festival and Block Party. It’s free for everyone and is another event that puts art at the forefront in October. Local artists from the North Charleston Artist Guild will have their work on display and there will also be a student exhibit. The city’s newest Artist-in-Residence will also be exhibiting. Both young and old can show off their creativity during the costume contest and maybe even win a prize. There will also be live music and trick-or-treating throughout the event.

Where: Olde Village- Olde Village Community Building, 4820 Jenkins Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405

When: October 25 / 4:00-8:00pm

Halloween in the Swamp – Just down the road in Summerville, locals will be celebrating the holiday during the two-day Halloween at the Swamp event. There are activities for everyone in the family including the Haunted Swamp experience (tickets sold separately from general admission). It’s a unique haunting experience for teens and adults that starts with a chilling boat ride and ends with a walk down the creep-filled trail.

Where: Cypress Gardens

When: October 24^th and 25^th / 7:30-11:00pm

Harvest Moon Festival – The Summerville DREAM organization, along with the Summerville Junior Service League, are hosting an autumn festival featuring an impressive scarecrow display, ghost walk with carnival games and hayride. Tickets to the ghost walk and hayride are sold separately. Costumes are encouraged.

Where: Olde Village

When: October 25 / 6:00-9:00pm

Whether you are moving to North Charleston and Summerville or visiting, you are sure to have a great time during October’s festivities.