Latin American Festival
The annual Latin American Festival brings people together to celebrate Charleston’s vibrant Latin and Caribbean cultures through non-stop merengue, reggaeton, bachata and salsa music; folkloric artwork and crafts; and authentic Latin American and Caribbean dishes like flavorful empanadas and tasty arroz con pollo.
Oct. 6. Noon to 5 p.m. $10/ages 13 and up. Wannamaker County Park. 8888 University Blvd. North Charleston. ccprc.com
Meet and greet NASA astronaut captain
NASA astronaut Robert L. ‘Captain Hoot’ Gibson is heading to Flight Adventure Park Charleston for an exclusive space education after-school meet and greet for World Space Week. Guests will receive a 36.5% discount to the adventure park, in honor of the total days Captain Hoot has spent in space. Jump, climb and learn more about Captain Hoot’s space education journey with this perfect-for-families event.
Oct. 8. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets vary. 8551 Rivers Ave. North Charleston. flightadventurepark.com
Southern Screams at Holy City Brewing
Venture into the dark, occult and macabre this Halloween season at Holy City Brewing, where you’re the final ingredient in an ancient summoning ritual. This haunted house, conjured by Southern Screams, promises to be the team’s scariest setup yet. Go behind the scenes with an R.I.P. access ticket, or celebrate the LGBTQ+ community at Pride Night.
Through Nov. 2. Event times vary. Tickets vary. Holy City Brewing. 1021 Aragon Ave.
North Charleston. southernscreams.com
Oktoberfest
Join Hotel Bennett for an unforgettable Oktoberfest celebration in the heart of the Holy City. Raise your glasses (full of craft beer) and take in the transformed Bennett Biergarten while you enjoy an array of German-inspired dishes like sizzling bratwursts, pretzels with hefeweizen cheese sauce and more. No reservations or tickets required.
Oct. 4 through Oct. 6. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Menu prices vary. Hotel Bennett. 404 King St.
Downtown. hotelbennett.com
Family Day at the Aiken-Rhett House
Head to the historic Aiken-Rhett House for a fun family day, when the museum will be transformed into a hub of events with something for everyone. Dive deeper into Charleston’s history while enjoying plates from Rodney Scott’s BBQ, live music, a petting zoo, indigo dyeing and more. Expert guides will be available for tours of the historic home. All proceeds benefit the Historic Charleston Foundation and its work to preserve the Aiken-Rhett House. Buy tickets in advance, as there are a limited number available.
Oct. 5. 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. $18/adults; $12/ages 4 to 12. Aiken-Rhett House. 48 Elizabeth St. Downtown. historiccharleston.org
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