Things to Do in Beaufort, SC October 2024

Things to Do in Beaufort, SC October 2024
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Get ready for fall in Beaufort and Port Royal, SC, with a variety of festive events happening throughout October!

Our Halloween 🎃 event guide is coming soon. In the meantime- Here are some highlights you won’t want to miss:

  1. 30th Annual Beaufort Shrimp Festival
    Kick off October with this Lowcountry favorite on October 4th and 5th at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Sample dishes from local restaurants, enjoy live music, and celebrate the area's rich shrimping tradition. The event is free, but food and drink will be available for purchase.
    Details: https://beaufortshrimpfestival.com/
  2. Fall Bazaar at St. Petersburg Catholic Church

I’ve attended this event since childhood, and now that I’m back in the area, I can’t wait to check it out again, the 64th Annual Bazaar! ⁣
Multiple vendors such as Craft Fair, Silent Auction, Greenhouse Plant Sale, International Food Court, Sweet Shoppe, Kids Zone and Games, Petting Zoo, and Beer and Wine Garden

3. Lowcountry Fish & Grits Music Festival

Celebrate Gullah Geechee culture at this festival on October 5th, featuring delicious food and local music. We all dread the drive across the bridge, but this is one event taking place on Hilton Head Island that is well worth the drive from Beaufort!

4. Habersham Harvest Festival
Held from October 11th to 13th in the picturesque Habersham Marketplace, this family-friendly event features live music, artisan vendors, local food, and activities for all ages. Highlights include a 47-foot Ferris wheel, hayrides, and vintage carnival games. Details: https://habershamharvestfestival.com/

5.Port Royal Farmers Market
Every Saturday in October, visit the Port Royal Farmers Market for fresh produce, artisanal goods, and community vibes. Open from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, this weekly event is a great way to support local vendors while enjoying the beautiful fall weather.

Enjoy these events and more as you experience the charm of the Lowcountry this fall!