Halloween is right around the corner, and in this historic capital city, we’ll come up with any excuse to throw a party. Check out these Halloween events and spooky sites to get your Boo! on in Columbia SC.
Bring the kiddos along
Boo at the Zoo | October 17-30, 2025 at 6-9PM
Grab your little ones and their costumes and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks Zoo's annual family-friendly spook-tacular!
Halloween Trick or Treat Trail at Saluda Shoals Park | Saturday, October 18, 2025
Enjoy a not so spooky time at Saluda Shoals Park's annual Trick or Treat Trail. Don your costumes, grab your candy basket, and head out for a fun filled afternoon.
Not-So-Spooky Halloween Stroll at Richland Library | Thursday, October 23, 2025 2-5PM
It’s time to trick-or-treat in the heart of downtown! Bring the whole family in costume for a festive stroll through the Richland Library and along the Main Street District, stopping by participating businesses and organizations for Halloween fun and treats.
Halloween Hoopla at EdVenture October 30, 2025 5:30-7:30PM
Step into a night of costumes, creativity, and family fun! Kids can dress up as their favorite heroes or dreamers while enjoying hands-on activities, games, crafts, and after-hours museum exploration. Collect stickers along the way, then end the evening with a sweet stash of candy from the Treat Station.
Halloween at Hampton Park | Friday, October 31, 2025 5-7PM
Halloween returns to Hampton Park for the 3rd annual celebration. This year brings earlier hours and a brand-new Trunk or Treat with 6–10 festively decorated cars handing out candy. Come join the fun before heading off for trick-or-treating or other Halloween plans!
For the adults
Deceased Farm | select dates through Halloween 7PM
A self-guided haunt, Deceased Farm includes six buildings, three outdoor zones, and two acres of creepy corn fields. It all begins with a visit to the Dead and Breakfast and an abandoned farm, but beware - It’s an eerie adventure that is not for the faint of heart, and not recommended for children under the age of 12.
Halloween Bar Crawl at various locations | October 31, 2025 4PM
Get ready for a spooktacular two-day Halloween bar crawl packed with creepy cocktails, outrageous costumes, and thrills at every stop. Stop through the city’s top bars with exclusive drink deals, Halloween-themed entertainment, and surprises lurking around every corner. Grab your friends, dress to impress (or terrify), and join the ultimate Halloween celebration you won’t want to miss!
Halloween Masquerade Karaoke at Art Bar | October 29, 2025 8PM-1AM
This year Art Bar is switching things up—get ready for a Halloween Masquerade Karaoke Night. Throw on your mask, bring your best spooky vibes, and sing your heart out with CarraRock Entertainment as we kick off Halloween week in unforgettable style.
Last Call For the Living Dead Party at Tin Roof | October 31, 2025 7PM
As darkness deepens and the witching hour approaches, Halloween night awakens both the undead and the revelers. Step into Tin Roof Columbia for Last Call for the Living Dead—a chilling Halloween bash you won’t want to miss. Hitman Bruh kicks things off at 7pm, followed by Timothy James keeping the stage alive until the very end.