Rocky Horror Picture Show: Monster Mash

It’s The Addams Family versus The Munsters during the Terrace Theater’s special Monster Mash-themed Rocky Horror Picture Show screening. The local theater will team up with Charleston’s Absent Friends to throw the mash, which will include a drag show before the screening and a full shadow cast. Guilty Pleasures will provide a prize for the costume/cosplay contest and freebies for the audience. There will also be a pop-up market with all kinds of spooky and freaky goodies.

Oct. 6. 10 p.m. $18. Terrace Theater. 1956D Maybank Hwy. James Island. terracetheater.com

IOP Run and Walk for the Child

Challenge yourself and a few buddies to run or walk the Isle of Palms (IOP) connector to join the fight against child abuse in the Lowcountry. Start on IOP, then make your way across the connector while enjoying the views of local creeks and marshes. A festival with live music, free beer, a kids area and cash prizes will greet you as you finish the race. Participants can register online through Oct. 6 or in person on the day of the race.

Oct. 7. 8 a.m. Registration prices vary. Isle of Palms. 1114 Pavillion Drive. Isle of Palms. ioprun.com

Latin American Festival

Celebrate Charleston’s vibrant Latin and Caribbean cultures at the annual Latin American Festival. There will be fantastic music, including salsa and merengue performed by several live artists, plus authentic food such as empanadas and arroz con pollo. To keep little ones entertained, Charleston County Public Library will host a kids’ educational area where they can learn more about Latin culture.

Oct. 8. noon to 5 p.m. Ticket prices vary. North Charleston Wannamaker County Park.
8888 University Blvd. North Charleston. ccprc.com/1699/Latin-American-Festival

Disney trivia tournament

Test your Disney knowledge this month at INK Charleston’s weekly Disney Trivia Tournament and Kitchen Takeover Series. For four weeks, teams of two to six people compete weekly to gain the most points. At the end of the four weeks, the team with the most accumulated points will receive a $1,000 cash prize. Each week will feature a different theme and a different cuisine. Proceeds from the event benefit Be A Mentor, an organization that connects positive role models with youth in the Lowcountry.

Oct. 11. 7 p.m. $10 per team. INK Charleston. 565 King St. Downtown. citypapertickets.com

Mad Hatter party

Take a tumble down the rabbit hole and join The Charleston Museum for a Mad Hatter party showcasing a special Wonderland-themed exhibit. Carolina Cocktails will provide drinks, including a special “Drink Me” cocktail, and guests can enjoy light bites and fun photo opportunities. Purchase tickets beforehand and bring a hat to decorate.

Oct. 12. 6 p.m. Ticket prices vary. The Charleston Museum. 360 Meeting St. Downtown. charlestonmuseum.org


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