🎃 Halloween Night Event Guide (Oct 31, 2025)
Spooky season has arrived along the Grand Strand!
Myrtle Beach is the place to be this Halloween, with a full lineup of family-friendly festivals, trick-or-treating spots, haunted happenings, and costume contests across the coast. From the lively streets of Broadway at the Beach to the festive fun at the Marsh Walk and the month-long celebration in Conway’s “City of Halloween,” there’s something for ghosts and ghouls of all ages to enjoy. Get ready for a frightfully fun Halloween night filled with candy, costumes, and coastal charm! 👻🌊
1. Early Evening: Family-Friendly Trick-or-Treating
• The Market Common — Hometown Halloween (5:00 pm-7:00 pm)
Kids (and the young-at-heart) should head to The Market Common for the “Hometown Halloween” event, where participating businesses (look for bright orange balloons) hand out candy and join a lively dance party. (Visit Myrtle Beach)
Great option if you’re looking for a safe, central gathering place with a festive, community vibe.
• Barefoot Landing Trick-or-Treating (5:00 pm-7:00 pm)
Over at Barefoot Landing, shops and restaurants will open their doors to costumed families for trick-or-treating from 5 pm to 7 pm. (MyrtleBeach.com)
This makes a nice option if you’re staying closer to the North Myrtle Beach / Barefoot Landing area and prefer a laid-back stroll.
• MarshWalk in Murrells Inlet — Halloween on the MarshWalk (starts ~5:00 pm)
This waterfront boardwalk spot offers trick-or-treating starting at 5:00 pm, followed by a kids’ costume contest (and later adult contest). (SkyWheel Myrtle Beach)
If you want dinner + festive fun in one location, this is a strong pick.
2. Mid-Evening: Costume Contests & Dining
After the early trick-or-treat window:
- Stay at MarshWalk for the adult costume contest, prizes, and spooky drink/food specials. (Holiday Pavilion Resort on the Boardwalk)
- Alternatively, head back toward Myrtle Beach proper for dinner, then shift into more adult-oriented spooky nightlife (see next section).
3. Late Evening: Grown-Up Fun & Party Vibes
• Myrtle Beach Official Halloween Bar Crawl (Starting ~5:00 pm)
For ages 21+, this bar-crawl event in the city kicks off at 5:00 pm at venues such as Sharkey’s Oceanfront Restaurant and more. Features include costume contests, drink specials, and an after party. (PubCrawls.com)
If you’re in the mood for a high-energy Halloween night out, this is your arena.
• Haunted Attractions & Ghost Tours
If you prefer a scare rather than a dance floor, there are haunted houses and ghost tour options documented in the Halloween guide for the area. (Holiday Pavilion Resort on the Boardwalk)
Perfect for thrill-seekers or teens/young adults who want something beyond trick-or-treat and costumes.
📅 Quick Reference Event List for Oct 31, 2025
|
Time |
Event |
Audience |
|
5:00 pm–7:00 pm |
Trick-or-Treat at Barefoot Landing |
Families with young kids |
|
5:00 pm–7:00 pm |
Hometown Halloween at The Market Common |
Families / community |
|
~5:00 pm onward |
Halloween on the MarshWalk |
Families early, adults later |
|
5:00 pm onward |
Official Halloween Bar Crawl (Myrtle Beach) |
Adults 21+ |
|
Various |
Haunted houses & ghost tours |
Teens/Adults looking for scares |
📝 Tips for Making the Most of the Night
- Arrive early for trick-or-treat spots (5:00 pm) to get prime candy-catching time and avoid major traffic/parking hassles.
- Costumes matter — both for kids and adults. Dress up, and you’ll get more out of the contests and photo-ops.
- Weather check — Even though it's South Carolina, evenings in late October can be cooler than summer; bring a light jacket.
- Parking & traffic — If you’re switching locations (e.g., from The Market Common to MarshWalk), allow buffer time for driving/parking.
- Check event details closer to date — times, locations, costume contest entry rules may change.
- For adults: If you’re doing the bar crawl, plan for a safe ride home (rideshare, designated driver) since parking and traffic may be heavier.
- Choose your vibe — If you’re with little kids, stick to the early, family-friendly venues. If you're couples/young adults: aim for dinner + costume contest + bar crawl/haunt night.
🎯 Final Thought
October 31 in the Myrtle Beach area offers a wonderful spectrum — from safe, candy-filled trick-or-treating for families to full-on costume parties and haunted thrills for adults. Whether your preference is a relaxing dinner by the water with spooky fun or a high-energy bar crawl under neon lights, you’ll find something to match your Halloween mood.
As the ghosts and goblins come out to play this spooky season, don’t let the search for your dream home scare you away! Whether you’re looking for a cozy coastal retreat or a home with the perfect porch for trick-or-treating, our team at Plantation Realty Group is here to help make your homeownership dreams come true. Give us a call today — let’s turn “haunted house hunting” into a happily-ever-after home! 🏡👻
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