October has arrived in Charleston, and that means crisp fall weather, packed event calendars, and a real estate market that continues to hold strong. Whether you’re looking for things to do in Charleston this October or keeping up with the latest Charleston housing trends, this guide has you covered.

Things to Do in Charleston in October 2025

From live concerts and theatre performances to fall festivals and Halloween celebrations, October is one of the best months to experience Charleston. Here’s a look at what’s happening around town:

  • Oct 2: John Cleese, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 2–3: CSO Mozart & Brahms Chamber Concert, Charleston Library Society

  • Oct 3–5: Charleston PPA Pickleball Challenger, Collins Park, North Charleston

  • Oct 3: Elvis Costello, Gaillard Center

  • Oct 3–4: SteelDrivers with Sam Lewis, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 4: Goose Creek Fall Festival, Municipal Complex

  • Oct 4: IOP Connector Run

  • Oct 4: Lowcountry Trail Run, Johns Island County Park

  • Oct 4: Mermaids & Mateys Festival with Dangermuffin, Folly Beach

  • Oct 5: Charlotte Hornets vs. OKC Thunder Preseason, North Charleston Coliseum

  • Oct 5: Latin American Festival, Wannamaker County Park

  • Oct 9: Oteil and Friends, The Refinery

  • Oct 10: Legends of Laughter, North Charleston PAC

  • Oct 10: Buena Vista Social Orchestra, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 10–11: Riverfront Revival Music Festival feat. Darius Rucker, Whiskey Myers & Lukas Nelson – Riverfront Park

  • Oct 11: Neko Case, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 11: Oktoberfest Charleston, St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church

  • Oct 12: 2nd Sunday on King Street

  • Oct 12: Steve Morse Band, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 12: Chamber Music Charleston Presents The Red Violin, SC Society Hall

  • Oct 14: Everclear Sparkle & Fade Tour, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 14: California Honeydrops, The Refinery

  • Oct 15: Gabby’s Dollhouse Live, North Charleston PAC

  • Oct 16: Eric Johnson, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 16: Wine on the Piazza, Edmondston-Alston House

  • Oct 17: Steep Canyon Rangers, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 18: BBQ, Bluegrass & Bourbon, Freshfields Kiawah

  • Oct 18: Charleston Jazz Orchestra Presents Autumn Leaves, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 18: Dylan Scott, The Refinery

  • Oct 18–19: Carnival of the Animals, Sottile Theatre

  • Oct 18: Kansas & Blue Öyster Cult, North Charleston PAC

  • Oct 19: 38th Annual Children’s Day Festival, Park West Rec Complex

  • Oct 19: The Black Market Trust, West Beach Conference Center Kiawah

  • Oct 21: Reese Witherspoon & Harlan Coben, Gaillard Center

  • Oct 21: Jesse McCartney, The Refinery

  • Oct 22: Yes, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 23–26: Disney on Ice Presents Mickey’s Search Party, North Charleston Coliseum

  • Oct 25: Charleston Beer Fest, Riverfront Park

  • Oct 25: Trick, Treat & Trail Family Fun Run, Wannamaker County Park

  • Oct 25: Tracy Lawrence & Josh Turner, North Charleston PAC

  • Oct 26: GenX Takeover Comedy Tour, North Charleston PAC

  • Oct 26: Ranky Tanky, Kiawah

  • Oct 28: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 29: The Addams Family (Musical Comedy), Gaillard Center

  • Oct 30–31: SC Ballet Presents Dracula: Ballet with a Bite, Charleston Music Hall

  • Oct 31: Halloween Carnival, Isle of Palms

Whether you’re into live music, family festivals, sports, or theatre, there’s no shortage of things to do in Charleston this fall.

Charleston Real Estate Market Update – October 2025

So far, Charleston real estate sales in 2025 are tracking closely with 2024. Here’s a quick breakdown of the latest numbers:

  • Transactions: Up 0.8% year-to-date compared to 2024

  • Median Sales Price: $441,000 (+2.4% year-over-year)

  • Mortgage Rates: Dropped back under 6.5%

  • Federal Reserve: Recently cut rates by 0.25% and may implement two more cuts before the end of the year

For buyers, this means improved affordability compared to earlier this year. For sellers, home values remain strong, with steady demand across the Charleston area.

Charleston Economic Highlights

Charleston’s economy continues to thrive, supported by growth in aerospace, shipping, and healthcare:

  • Boeing: Uzbekistan Airways and Korean Air announced major orders for Dreamliner aircraft, supporting more than 170,000 U.S. jobs—including production at Boeing’s North Charleston facility.

  • SC Ports: Agricultural exports rose 35% in early FY 2026, despite recent challenges in the soybean sector.

  • MUSC: Broke ground on a $130 million Nexton Medical Center in Berkeley County, featuring a 70-bed hospital and 30,000 sq. ft. outpatient cancer facility. MUSC also received $7 million in Duke Endowment grants for healthcare initiatives.

Charleston is one of the best places to live, especially in the fall when the community comes alive with festivals, concerts, and cultural events. At the same time, the Charleston real estate market remains resilient, giving both buyers and sellers opportunities to make smart moves.

If you’re curious what your home is worth in today’s market, or you’re considering a move before the holidays, let’s connect. We are happy to provide a free home valuation and talk through your options.

We are committed to providing our clients with an unparalleled level of service. We strive to have you feel and experience our commitment to you all while helping accomplish your real estate goals. That is truly what it is all about! Please reach out to us if you have any questions or if you are thinking of buying, investing, or selling a home!

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