Tatum here. There’s nothing quite like a fall weekend in Charleston, and this one is jam-packed with fun things to do. From hockey games to dog costume contests, there’s something from everyone.
Firefly Distillery’s Fall Food Truck Festivalhas been rescheduled for this Sunday, and I can’t wait to try the New England lobster roll from And Lobster and pork belly tacos from Dashi. Get details on this free-to-attend festival below.
Friday, October 21
The Addams Family - A New Musical | Fri., Oct. 21 - Sun., Nov. 6 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street, Charleston | $36.50 - $85.50 | From the creators of Jersey Boys comes one of the most produced Broadway musicals in America just in time for Halloween.
Harold’s Cabin Halloween Bar | Fri., Oct. 21 - Sat., Nov. 5 | 4 -10 p.m. | Harold’s Cabin, 247 Congress St., Charleston | Free | Harold’s Cabin is hosting a Halloween-themed pop-up upstairs and on the rooftop with tasty potions, holiday specials, and decorations.
Night Market at Ship’s Wheel Hard Cider | Fri., Oct. 21 | 6-9 p.m. | Ship’s Wheel Hard Cider, 1033 E. Montague Avenue, North Charleston | Free | Check out Ship’s Wheel Night Market on the third Friday of every month for local vendors, acoustic music, plus food and cider.
Saturday, October 22
Charleston Beerfest | Sat., Oct. 22 | 1-7 p.m. | Riverfront Park, 1061 Everglades Ave., North Charleston | $20.00 - $80.00 | Charleston Beer Fest is back and expanding with more breweries, more music, bigger acts, more food, and more games and activities.
Stingrays Hockey Opening Night | Sat., Oct. 22 | 6:05 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Dr,, North Charleston | $21.00 | The Stingrays’ 30th-anniversary celebration kicks off on Opening Night — come early for the Bud Light Pregame Tailgate Party from 4-6 p.m.
Dogtoberfest | Sat., Oct. 22 | 1-5 p.m. | Freshfields Village, 165 Village Green Dr., Johns Island | Free | Bring your furry friends to Freshfields Village for the annual Dogtoberfest on the village green to benefit local rescue organizations.
Sunday, October 23
Fall Lowcountry Food Truck Festival | Sun., Oct. 23 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Avenue, North Charleston | Free | Dig into 19 food trucks and listen to live music at this event in partnership with the Lowcountry Food Truck Festival.
Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert Live to Film | Sun., Oct. 23 | 7 p.m. | Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St., Charleston | $40.25+ | The Charleston Gaillard Center presents Disney’s timeless holiday classic with music performed live by the Charleston Symphony.
Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sun., Oct. 23 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy., Charleston | Free | The Sunday Brunch Farmers Market is a 100% local market featuring 40+ local farmers and artisans.
Charleston Parks is relaunching the Art in the Park program with a new art installation at Hampton Park. “Mushrooms” will be on display from Sat., Nov. 5 to Sun., Dec. 11. Check out over 100 illuminated mushrooms at 30 Mary Murray Dr. 🍄
Eat
Recently, I had the chance to taste dishes for the upcoming Southbound restaurant. Feast your eyes on these upcoming menu items. The eatery is aiming to open the last week of November in the Cannonborough/Elliotborough neighborhood at 72 Cannon St. 🍽️
Development
Have y’all seen this pedestrian bridge in North Charleston, which crosses Noisette Creek? It was recently namedone of the most beautiful elevated paths in the world by Architectural Digest. The development will officially open in about a month.
GREAT ESCAPES
Our guide to Syracuse, NY
Great Escapes: Our Guide to Syracuse, NY
City Editor Lexa loved walking around town + admiring the leaves changing. | Photo by @lexagarian
City Editor Lexa here. Many of you know I grew up in Charleston, but you might not know that I was born in Syracuse, New York. While I absolutely love everything that Charleston offers, there was just something special about fall in Syracuse. The crisp, cool air, the leaves changing, the fall traditions — I really felt the seasons changing + the significance of new beginnings.
Why go?
Visit Green Lakes State Park featuring two glacial lakes + 10 miles of trails. It’s a great way to get some fresh air, speaking from experience.
Feeling Italian food? Make a reservation at Pastabilities — you won’t be disappointed. Want a taste of the Lowcountry? Grab a pulled pork platter from Dinosaur Bar-B-Que. Pro tip: You’ve got to stop by Stella’s Dinerat least once for breakfast.
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