Fall events
Fall Events in Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant is home to a variety of events during the fall, including Children’s Day Festival, the state’s largest haunted event, pumpkin patches, and more. Plan your visit around a unique special event!
children’s day festival
Families will enjoy carnival rides, inflatable slides, live entertainment, pony rides, games and many other activities! Admission and all activities are free.
boone hall pumpkin patch
The Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch is one of the largest fall festivals in South Carolina. Come together with all groups of people to enjoy a day on the farm with a pumpkin patch, tractor tours, a petting zoo with pony rides, live performances, nature exhibits and more!
boone hall fright nights
Celebrate Halloween with South Carolina’s largest haunted event. Make your way through several themed haunted houses and dare to be scared! Some things never stay buried…
yorktown ghost tours
Come aboard The USS Yorktown to hear the stories of the American heroes who lived, died and are still rumored to be here today. This tour gives you exclusive night time access to areas of the ship that are closed to the public, including access to the flight deck after dark.
things to do in fall
places to stay
Stay where you play with 5-star and boutique hotels in the heart of it all. Mount Pleasant’s diverse local hospitality landscape ensures every traveler has a home away from home.
explore all fall events
Use the event calendar below to find more fall events happening in Mount Pleasant!
Navy 250th Celebration + Yorktown Veterans Meet & Greet
Oct 11, 2025
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum will commemorate the U.S. Navy’s 250th anniversary with a special day of celebration aboard the historic aircraft carrier USS Yorktown (CV-10).  In honor of the occasion, Patriots Point is offering $3 off all general admission tickets purchased in person on October 11.
At 12:00 p.m., a ceremonial cake cutting will take place in Hangar Bay 1 on the USS Yorktown, marking both the Navy’s 250th birthday and the enduring legacy of Yorktown sailors.
Following the ceremony, at 1:00 p.m., Mark C. Fava—author of Lessons from the Admiral: Naval Wisdom and Sea Stories for Leaders—will deliver a speech and host a book signing in the Smokey Stover Theater.
Trick or Treat on the Yorktown
Oct 18, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Update: This event is now sold out
Join Patriots Point for some spooky fun to trick or treat your way through the USS Yorktown!
Get ready for a night of candy, costumes, and fun aboard this historic ship! The annual Trick or Treat on the Yorktown event is back!
This event includes:
- Candy Stations
- Costume Contest
- Pumpkin Painting
- Halloween Activities
- Food Trucks
- & More!
Event Details:
- Tickets for this event are free, but all attendees ages 2 and up must reserve a ticket to attend. Children under the age of 2 receive free admission and do not require a ticket.
- Only clear bags are allowed at Patriots Point’s Trick or Treat on the Yorktown. Small non-clear clutches (max 4.5″x6.5″) are okay. Please note that diaper bags must also be clear. All items are subject to search. Items not meeting guidelines must be returned to your vehicle.
- We ask that guests bring their own trick-or-treat bags for those with children who are participating in the candy stations. Trick-or-treat bags are not required to be clear, but they must be empty at entry.
- This event is rain or shine.
- Parking is available in the Patriots Point lot. Space is limited. Parking fees are not included in event tickets and must be paid separately based on posted rates.
Children’s Day Festival
Oct 19, 2025
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Old and new traditions delight at the 38th Annual Town of Mount Pleasant Children’s Day Festival presented by Harris Teeter! Families will enjoy carnival rides, inflatable slides, live entertainment, pony rides, games, and many other activities! Admission and all activities are free. Free parking is available at Cario Middle School and Charles Pinckney/Laurel Hill as well as Kids Teeth – shuttles run all day or simply use the school’s cut-through for a nice short walk! Join the Facebook discussion about this event.
Performance Schedule on East Cooper Medical Center Stage (TBD)
NOVANT HEALTH STAGE
Food & Concessions Available for Purchase
Thank you to our event sponsors!
If your business is interested in being a sponsor at the 2025 Children’s Day Festival, please email events@tompsc.com.
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Carolina Park Trunk or Treat
Oct 24, 2025
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Join the fun with the Town of Mount Pleasant at this Halloween celebration. Trick or treating, DJ, photo booth, & petting zoo. Costumes encouraged. Concessions window open with food for sale.
Follow the Facebook event page to stay up-to-date on event information and join the discussion.
*By attending this event, you hereby consent to have your photo/likeness/recordings posted publicly and on social media
Towne Centre Fall Festival
Oct 25, 2025
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Celebrate the season at the Mount Pleasant Towne Centre Fall Festival in Mount Pleasant, SC! Enjoy a family-friendly day filled with live music, local vendors, kids’ activities, delicious food, and festive fall fun. This annual Lowcountry favorite brings the community together with plenty of things to do for all ages. Don’t miss one of the best fall events near Charleston!
