Top Halloween Events in Myrtle Beach: Spooky Family Fun in 2021
Residents and visitors in the Myrtle Beach area adore October, often calling it "Summore Summer" at The Beach. The weather remains sunny and warm, with events nearly every day. While listing every October festival would make for a long read, we've curated a selection of standout Halloween celebrations. For more options, check our events calendar.
Boardwalk Fright Nights
Starting October 1, the downtown Myrtle Beach Boardwalk turns into a haunted hotspot on Friday and Saturday nights. Explore two haunted houses while zombies roam, surprising you at every turn. Enjoy a Halloween-themed movie in Plyler Park, plus street performances, a kids' zone, and more each weekend.
Ripley's Haunted Adventure
This haunted mansion features zombies and creepy creatures around every corner to welcome you. Arm yourself with a laser gun to battle zombies as you navigate. Open Fridays and Saturdays in October from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. for ages 8 and up.
Halloween Bash on the Avenue
This could be the biggest bash yet! Join the fun on The Avenue at Broadway at the Beach on October 30 at 7:00 p.m., featuring a live DJ and costume contest. The next night, October 31, trick-or-treat at shops, restaurants, and attractions from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.—ideal for young witches and wizards.
LuLu’s BooLu’s
Experience a free, family-friendly evening at LuLu’s North Myrtle Beach on Friday, October 29, 2021, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Enjoy a kids' costume contest, candy, allergy-friendly treats, and pumpkin decorating. Registration and judging by age category run from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Located at Barefoot Landing.
Conway Ghost Walk
For haunted tales and history, join the Annual Conway Ghost Walk departing from 428 Main Street on a Coastal Carolina University trolley to Historic Conway's 9th Avenue. Costumed storytellers share spooky, humorous stories on this thrilling evening stroll.
Howl-O-Scream at North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex
On Saturday, October 30, 2021, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., thrill-seekers flock here. All ages welcome to hayrides, marshmallow roasting, trick-or-treating, and more in 'Scare Free' and 'Scare Zones.' Admission: $2 adults (15+), $1 kids (5-14), free under 5.
Halloween Weekend at The Market Common
Fun starts Friday, October 29, with the first Zombie Crawl from Howard Street to Barnes & Noble. Saturday, October 30, catch The Nightmare Before Christmas in Valor Park at 6:30 p.m. Also on October 29: “Local Ghosts, Historic Folk and Pirates Tour” trolley. On Halloween (October 31), “Hometown Halloween” trick-or-treating from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., plus spooky carriage rides from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
BooFest! at Barefoot Landing
For kids and pets, head to Barefoot Landing on Saturday, October 30, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Costume contests: Pets (12 p.m.), 0-3 years (1 p.m.), 4-7 years (2 p.m.), 8-12 years (3 p.m.). Prizes for top three in each. Trick-or-treating on October 31 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Ghosts on the Coast Fun Run and Celebration
Dress scarily for the October 23 'Ghosts on the Coast 5K' at Carolina Forest Recreation Center's Panther Run, followed by trunk-or-treat with games, face painting, inflatables, and candy.
Halloween on the MarshWalk
On October 31 starting at 5:00 p.m., enjoy kids' and adults' costume contests and trick-or-treating. Kids' awards at 6:00 p.m. (Most Creative, Best Group, etc.); adults' at 10:00 p.m. with over $4,000 in prizes. Dine at MarshWalk restaurants.
Trick or Treating
Grand Strand spots for all-ages candy hauls:
- October 29 - Myrtle Beach Pelicans, 5-7 p.m. (kids 12 and under)
- October 29 - Harley Davidson Shop, North Myrtle Beach, 2-5 p.m. (all ages)
- October 30 - Surfside Beach Pier, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- October 30 - North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex, 5-8 p.m. (hayrides, pumpkin painting, roasting)
- October 30 - Belin Memorial Methodist Church, 5-7 p.m. (face painting, contests, balloons, hayrides)
- October 30 - Murrells Inlet MarshWalk, 5-10 p.m.
- October 30 - Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church, 4-6 p.m.
- October 30 - Thompson Farm and Nursery, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (corn maze, petting zoo, hayrides, helicopter show)
- October 31 - Broadway at the Beach, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
- October 31 - Barefoot Landing, 5-7 p.m.
- October 31 - Stone Theatre at The Market Common, 4-7 p.m. (carriage rides, movies, dance party)
- October 31 - Cooper House and Event Center, 4-7 p.m.
- October 31 - St. Andrew Catholic Church, 2 p.m. (costume contest)
For more fall activities, see our Fall Vacation Guide. Happy Halloween from Myrtle Beach!
