Family event
Boo at the Zoo
Columbia, SC
Evening Halloween event at the zoo with trick-or-treating for costumed kids.
- When
- Oct 16–30, 2026
- Hours
- 6–9pm
- Price
- Timed tickets; under 2 free; Spooky Rides Pass $6
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Family Halloween Events Near Columbia 2026
7 family Halloween events near Columbia with 2026 dates confirmed on their official sites, across 3 towns. The earliest to open is Irmo Okra Strut, on September 25. 1 list free admission.
Family event
Creepy Crawly Pathway Trick-or-Treat Trail
Columbia, SC
Evening trick-or-treat walk on a spookily lit park trail with candy stations, glowing spiders, bats and friendly costumed characters.
- When
- Fri Oct 16, 2026
- Hours
- 6–7:30pm
- Price
- $5 per child advance, $7 day of (12 and under)
Family event
Halloween Hoopla
Columbia, SC
After-hours costume night at the children's museum with crafts, games and partner activity stations.
- When
- Fri Oct 30, 2026
- Hours
- 5:30–7:30pm
- Price
- $20; members $5
Family event
Halloween Trick-or-Treat Trail at Saluda Shoals Park
Columbia, SC
Costumed trick-or-treat walk along the path at the park's inclusive playground.
- When
- Sat Oct 10, 2026
- Hours
- 2–4:30pm
Fall festival
Cayce Fall Fest
Cayce, SC
Free city fall festival in Granby Gardens Park celebrating the community's cultures.
- When
- Sat Oct 3, 2026
- Price
- Free
Fall festival
Irmo Okra Strut
Irmo, SC
Long-running hometown festival with a Friday night kickoff concert, then a day of food and drink vendors, artisan booths and kids' amusements.
- When
- Fri–Sat Sept 25–26, 2026
Fall festival
South Carolina State Fair
Columbia, SC
The state's big fall fair, with midway rides, fair food, competitive exhibits, shopping and entertainment.
- When
- Oct 15–25, 2026
Quick Answers
What family Halloween events are open near Columbia in 2026?
Boo at the Zoo, Cayce Fall Fest, Creepy Crawly Pathway Trick-or-Treat Trail, Halloween Hoopla, Halloween Trick-or-Treat Trail at Saluda Shoals Park, Irmo Okra Strut, and 1 more. Each has its 2026 dates, hours and prices on its own page.
When do family Halloween events open near Columbia in 2026?
The earliest in this guide is Irmo Okra Strut on September 25, 2026.
What Halloween events near Columbia are not scary at all?
Boo at the Zoo, Cayce Fall Fest, Halloween Hoopla, Irmo Okra Strut and South Carolina State Fair are rated 1 of 5 ghosts: not scary.
Are there free family Halloween events near Columbia?
Yes: Cayce Fall Fest lists free admission on the official site.
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