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Charleston Sparks Her Spooky Side
For Immediate Release, September 2008
With over 330 years of history and happenings, what better place to spend Halloween than in historic Charleston, South Carolina? Charleston has everything a fright seeker desires, from special ghost tours, costumes, extravaganzas and more, there’s something guaranteed to raise every hair and chill every bone!
West Farm Corn Maze – Oct. 3 - Nov. 2
Experience good old-fashioned fun at the West Family's 6-acre corn maze. The maze features over 3 miles of trails. Guests will be provided a map upon entry, but will have to use their best map-reading skills to get out of the maze after finding all 12 checkpoints. Other activities include a farm animal petting zoo, hayrides, pumpkin patch, scarecrow alley, apple slingshot and more! Call 843-688-5453 or visit www.westfarmcornmaze.com.
Beidler Forest Audubon Center Nightwalk – September 13, October 11 & November 8
Ever wonder what goes on in the swamp after the sun goes down? Discover it first-hand on a Nightwalk! There's nothing like a stroll into the swamp after dark...Reservations necessary. 843-462-2150
Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry’s Mini Monster Mash Carnival – October 25
The Children's Museum of the Lowcountry's October Carnival will be held at 2:00 p.m. Come dressed up in your silliest costume, play games and enjoy delicious treats! 25 Ann Street Downtown Charleston. Call 843-853-8962 x221. www.explorecml.org.
Harvest Moon Hayride and Ghost Walk – October 25
The Junior Service League and Summerville D.R.E.A.M. will host this annual event to include ghost stories, hayrides that wind through darkened streets, glow-in-the-dark face painting, and children's stations with activities such as a cupcake walk, apple jumping, fortune tellers, pumpkin decorating and more. Town Square 6-9 p.m. (843) 821-7260 www.visitsummerville.com.
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Halloween in the Swamp - October 24 & 25
So popular that it’s been scheduled for two nights! Activities at Cypress Gardens include a haunted boat ride, haunted walking trail, marshmallow roast, kids fun house, campfire and storytelling. Haunted events not recommended for young children. Call 843-553-0515 or visit www.cypressgardens.info.
Fall Festival at Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens - October
An animated talking pumpkin, amusements for the kids, hay rides, kettle corn, animals, and plenty of delicious food await your family at Boone Hall this fall. The Pumpkin Patch opens each year at the beginning of October and runs through the end of the month. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday 9am until 5pm and Sunday 1pm until 5pm throughout the month of October. Admission includes the playground area and the hayride. For more please call Boone Hall Plantation at 843-884-4371. www.boonehallplantation.com.
Phantasmic Dinner at Poogan’s Porch
The prixe fix menu for ‘Ghostly Gourmet and Spirits’ will remain true to Poogan’s Lowcountry cuisine. As spirits and spooks are a familiar sight at Poogan’s Porch, the restaurant has been a part of many of Charleston’s walking ghost tours for decades. The prixe fix menu will be available for a limited number of seatings, but the atmosphere is available year round. For dates and more on the great cuisine and the supernatural, contact 843-577-2337. www.poogansportch.com.
Haunted Harbor Ghost Tour – October 1 through November 1
Charleston forts, houses and ships are the centerpiece of many of Charleston’s most famous ghost stories. Come aboard and explore the sites that are impossible to reach by foot. Feel the cool breezes of the harbor and learn of lost fortunes and tragic death while riding Charleston’s dark waves. Sandlapper Water Tours will be departing from the Charleston Maritime Center at 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, Saturday at 7:30 p.m. A cash bar will be provided. Call 843-849-8687 for reservations. www.sandlappertours.com
Thriller – More Than Michael Jackson
THRILLER Charleston is happy to announce the start of THRILLER Thursdays at Red’s Ice House on Shem Creek. Every Thursday until late fall, THRILLER Charleston will be making runs from Red’s starting in the late afternoon. Come out and enjoy the live broadcast by 104.5 FM, some great food and drinks and an exciting ride! Call 843-276-4203 for more information. www.thrillercharleston.com
Charleston Ballet Presents The Rocky Horror Picture Show – October 30, 31 & Nov. 1.
The acclaimed Charleston Ballet will perform the cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show in celebration of Halloween. Tickets to this event at Charleston Ballet Theatre’s Black Box Studio can be purchased by calling 843-723-7334 or online, www.charlestonballet.org.
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Fall Packages
Elliott House Inn Gas Package - 78 Queen St Charleston, SC 29401
843-723-1855
Uniquely tucked away on Queen Street between King Street and Meeting Street, the Elliott House Inn encourages you not to pass them up but to gas up your vehicle with the help of a $25 gas card.
Your Package Includes:
- One (1) Nights’ Accommodations
- One (1) $25 Gas Card
- Complimentary Wine and Cheese Reception
- Afternoon Sherry
- Nightly Turndown Service
*Additional nights available. Package rates are not subject to further discount. Only one $25 gas card provided per packaged reserved.
Room Rates: From $129
Dates Available: through Dec 31, 2008, based on availability
www.elliotthouseinn.com
Avocet Properties - 38 Center St, Folly Beach
800-951-2470
Avocet Properties offers a diverse collection of accommodations coupled with exceptional levels of service. Call now to book and use promo code "One Tank" to receive a free $50 gas card.
Room Rates: From $189
Dates Available: Aug 8, 2008 to Dec 31, 2008
Restrictions: 2 night minimum, subject to change, based on availability
follybeach@avocetproperties.net
http://www.avocetproperties.net
For up to date information regarding Charleston area events, happenings, and special hotel package information, please visit www.CharlestonCVB.com.
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