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.

Best Time to Visit South Carolina (2026): Month-by-Month Weather, Events and Tips

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

The best time to visit South Carolina, month by month: average temperatures for Charleston, Columbia and Greenville, ocean water temperatures, events, crowds, hurricane season, fall foliage, the cheapest months and the best time for beaches, Charleston, Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head.

Grand Teton Fall Colors (2026): When They Peak, Best Places, Hikes & Photo Spots

Golden aspens along the Taggart Lake Trail, one of the best places to see Grand Teton fall colors

A complete guide to Grand Teton fall colors: when aspens usually peak, which trees change, the best places and scenic drives for foliage, top fall hikes and photo spots, September vs. October, and the 2026 closures to plan around.

Grand Teton in September (2026): Weather, Fall Colors, Wildlife & Hiking Guide

Golden fall colors below the snow-dusted Teton Range, Grand Teton National Park in September

A complete guide to Grand Teton in September: real temperatures and daylight, when fall colors peak and where to see them, the elk rut and wildlife hotspots, the best September hikes, 2026 closures and closing dates, crowds, where to stay and eat, what to pack, and 1-, 2- and 3-day itineraries.