October is one of the best times to be in Charleston, when the Lowcountry cools off just enough to make every outdoor adventure more enjoyable. Warm days and crisp evenings set the stage for strolls along the Battery, kayaking through tidal creeks, or catching a sunset on the harbor.
The fall calendar is packed with music festivals and cultural events that fill the area with energy, while outdoor patios and rooftop bars buzz with fans watching South Carolina football. Whether you’re here for the food, the festivals, or the football rivalries, Charleston in October delivers the perfect mix of coastal charm and seasonal excitement.
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Vapor Appparel's Huge Warehouse Sale (Apparel & Equipment)
Fri., Oct. 3 from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
📍917 Commerce Circle, Hanahan, SC
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Charleston Beer Fest!
Sat., Oct. 25 from 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.
📍Riverfront Park, 1061 Everglades Ave, North Charleston, SC
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Charleston Hotspots
It’s football season and here are the Best Outdoor Bars in Charleston to watch your favorite team:
Bay Street Biergarten - Giant TVs, local brews, tailgate vibes.
Charleston Sports Pub (multiple locations) - Outdoor seating, fan-friendly menus.
Uptown Social - Rooftop TVs + lively sports crowd.
Saltwater Cowboys (Shem Creek) - Big screens and water views.
Live Music
Awendaw Green - Relaxed, rustic outdoor venue under the oaks.
Oct. 1 - Shaw Revolver, Colleen Orender
Oct. 8 - Mike Oregano, Adrianne Blanks & The Oracles
Oct. 22 - Mandi Strachota
Oct. 29 - Lee Totten
Oct. 29 - The Fustics
Charleston Music Hall Fall Concert Series - Indie, rock, and jazz performances in a historic setting.
Oct. 3-4 - The Steeldrivers
Oct. 16 – Eric Johnson
Oct. 17 - Steep Canyon Rangers
Pour House Outdoor Stage Shows – Local bands + jam sessions under the oaks.
Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 - The Reckoning
Oct. 16 - Brock Butler Band
Oct. 18 - Sqwerv
Oct. 24 - Runaway Gin and Reedy River String Band
Oct. 25 - Check Your Head
The Refinery – Modern amphitheater with lawn seating, rooftop views, and local-to-national acts in a laid-back, industrial-chic setting.
10/12 - Gov’t Mule
10/14 - The California Honeydrops
Big Football Games in S.C. in October
The University of South Carolina and Clemson University make Saturdays more fun in the fall. What are the biggest games in October? Check 'em out!
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Clemson Tigers vs. Miami - Oct. 12 (home)
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Clemson vs. SMU - Oct. 18 (home)
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University of South Carolina Gamecocks vs Oklahoma - Oct. 18 (home)
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USC vs Ole Miss - Oct. 19 (away)
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USC vs Alabama - Oct. 25 (home)
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Clemson vs. NC State - Oct. 26 (location tbd)
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Rivalry hype starts building in October for Clemson vs. USC at the Palmetto Bowl in late November.
Road Trips from Charleston in October
Sometimes, you need to hit the open road and South Carolina has a lot of great places to explore. Check out our favorite road trips!
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Clemson, SC – Football at Death Valley, Lake Hartwell boating, hiking Issaqueena Falls.
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Columbia, SC – Gamecock football at Williams-Brice, Riverbanks Zoo, Congaree National Park.
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Caesars Head State Park – Blue Ridge hiking, Lookout Point, peak fall foliage views.
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Greenville, SC – Fall for Greenville Food Festival, Swamp Rabbit Trail biking, Falls Park on the Reedy.
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Beaufort, SC – Waterfront dining, historic district strolls, kayaking around Hunting Island.
Tides and Temps for October in Charleston
