30 Things to Do in South Carolina in October (2026): Fall Colors, Festivals, Halloween and Beaches

Colorful historic houses of Rainbow Row on East Bay Street in Charleston, South Carolina

The best things to do in South Carolina in October: fall colors at Table Rock and Caesars Head, Highway 11, Lake Jocassee, Charleston ghost tours, oysters, quiet beaches, the 2026 State Fair (Oct. 15–25), state park Halloween events, pumpkin patches, October weather and itineraries.

35 Things to Do in South Carolina for Couples (2026): Romantic Date Ideas, Getaways and Weekend Plans

Colorful historic houses of Rainbow Row on East Bay Street in Charleston, South Carolina

35 romantic and fun things to do in South Carolina for couples, from Charleston carriage rides and Lowcountry sunsets to Greenville date nights, Lake Jocassee kayaking and mountain cabins. Includes cheap dates, night ideas, where to stay, best time to go and couples itineraries.

Free Things to Do in South Carolina (2026): 40+ Places and Experiences That Cost Nothing

Angel Oak, a giant live oak on Johns Island and one of the best free things to do in South Carolina

More than 40 free things to do in South Carolina, by region: Charleston, Beaufort and Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach, Columbia and Greenville, plus free museums, free events, kid and couple ideas, rainy-day picks, money-saving tips and free one-day itineraries.

Things to Do in South Carolina With Kids (2026): 30 Family Adventures, From Beaches to Waterfalls

Myrtle Beach SkyWheel and beach, a top family destination in South Carolina

The 30 best things to do in South Carolina with kids, by region: Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Hilton Head, Columbia and the Upstate, plus toddler and teen picks, free fun, rainy-day ideas, safety tips, the best season and family itineraries.

25 Best Things to Do in South Carolina (2026): Charleston, Myrtle Beach, Mountains & More

Colorful historic houses of Rainbow Row on East Bay Street in Charleston, South Carolina

From Charleston’s historic streets and Myrtle Beach to Congaree’s old-growth forest and Upstate waterfalls, here are the 25 best things to do in South Carolina, plus free, family, couples and seasonal ideas and easy itineraries.