4 scary attractions in Charleston perfect for October

Are you brave? Try out one or all of these attractions.

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Do you like a little thrill?

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October is a time for harvest and fall fun, but we can’t forget about the scary side of the season. With Halloween approaching, the Holy City offers several options for those who are brave enough to enjoy a good scare. Keep reading for some thrilling attractions.

Boone Hall Fright Nights | Now through Sunday, Nov. 27

Brace yourself for an evening of terror — if you dare. This year’s three attractions are Ward 8, where you venture into the haunted halls of an abandoned asylum, Phobia Face Your Fears, where you navigate through a dark circus, and The Fall Out, which rides deep in the woods.

Holy City Halloween | Now through Saturday, Nov. 2

Step into the chilling world of the Midnight Butcher at Charleston’s historic Ice Plant and Slaughterhouse. Travel back to the late 1800s, where a mysterious curse haunts the building. Explore the maze-like halls and meet a cast of characters. With immersive storytelling and plenty of thrills, will you make it through?

Pro tip: There is a family-friendly version of Holy City Halloween for children.

Conjured at Holy City Brewing | Now through Saturday, Nov. 2

Check out Charleston’s premier haunted house experience. This immersive horror attraction features scary encounters. The production uses special effects, lighting, and sound to create a bone-chilling atmosphere for an intense and interactive experience.

XscreamScapes | Now through Saturday, Nov. 2

Halloween takes a turn in this immersive experience where participants time travel through different periods of history. To progress through each era, you must complete interactive challenges and find hidden doors and passageways to escape back to reality.

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