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April 19 2024
From classic films to newer releases, we’ve rounded up 7 movies and TV shows filmed in and around the Lowcountry that are perfect for the spooky nights leading up to Halloween.
Halloween | Starting off with the most recent major movie to be the talk of the town — this installment of the series was filmed entirely in the Charleston area. It even took the top spot for best opening ever for the series.
The New Daughter | The Lowcountry plays a big part in this movie. The main character — played by Kevin Costner — moves to rural SC with his 2 kids in the film only to discover a burial mound in the backyard that entices his daughter.
Swamp Thing | Swamp Thing was filmed in the Charleston area + according to “Wes Craven: The Art of Horror,” the swamp scenes were filmed at Cypress Gardens and Magnolia Plantation. You may recognize the name Wes Craven because he is also behind the box office hits “Nightmare on Elm Street” and “Scream.”
South of Hell | This supernatural thriller set + filmed in South Carolina, South of Hell follows a demon-hunter-for-hire. There are 8 episodes of this spooky series ready to binge-watch.
The Strangers | Filmed just 2 hours north of Charleston in Florence County, this movie stars Liv Tyler and Scott Speedman + was loosely based on the Manson family murders.
Last Dance | This movie was filmed in Ridgeland + Beaufort and follows Cindy Liggett — a convicted murderer, fighting the death penalty. She becomes friends with her lawyer, who tries to save her from death row.
The Haunted Mansion | If you’re looking for a family-friendly classic — Disney’s The Haunted Mansion was filmed in Savannah + in Beaufort and follows Eddie Murphy’s character as his family gets trapped in a haunted mansion.
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Today
- Team Trivia | Mon., Oct. 18 | 7 p.m. | Home Team BBQ West Ashley, 1205 Ashley River Rd. | Free | Gather your friends + family for this fast-paced trivia game — top 3 teams win Home Team gift cards up to $50.
- Open Mic Comedy Night | Mon., Oct. 18 | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | The Sparrow, 1078 E. Montague Ave. Ste. D, North Charleston | Free, donations accepted | Laugh along with some of the Lowcountry’s favorite comics during this comedy night. 🎤
Tuesday
- Charleston Open Source Virtual Career Fair | Tues., Oct. 19 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Meet some of Charleston’s top tech companies and learn more about available positions + how to grow your career in Charleston's tech industry. Ⓟ
- Financial Checklist for New Parents | Tues., Oct. 19 | 6:30-7:30 p.m | Virtual | Free | Roper St. Francis Healthcare’s new class to help expectant parents and couples learn how to manage the financial changes that come with having a new baby. Ⓟ
- Discovery Day: Pluff Mud Party | Tue., Oct. 19 | 10-11 a.m. | The Dill Sanctuary, 1163 Riverland Dr. | $10+ | Get messy with mud art projects perfect for ages 2-5 and spend the day exploring the Charleston Museum, historic houses, and Dill Sanctuary.
Wednesday
- Fall Garden Strolls + Wine Tasting | Wed., Oct. 20 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Rd. | $25+ | Find your new favorite wine as you sip + stroll through historic gardens.🍷
- West Ashley Farmers Market | Wed., Oct. 20 | 3-6:30 p.m. | Ackerman Park, 55 Sycamore Ave. | Free | Shop local produce + prepared and packaged foods. 🥬
Thursday
- North Charleston Business Expo | Thurs., Oct. 21 | 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. | Charleston Area Convention Center, 5000 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston | Free | Network with local business owners and exhibitors + discover ways to grow your business — tickets on sale now for the networking reception.
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Weather
- 71º | Mostly sunny | 1% chance of rain ☀️
Sunrise + sunset
- Rise: 7:25 a.m.
- Set: 6:44 p.m.
Tide
- Low: 12:51 a.m. + 1:16 p.m.
- High: 7 a.m. + 7:28 p.m.
Festival
- On Nov. 6, from 11 a.m to 5 p.m. — Charleston County Parks is hosting The Harvest Festival at Johns Island County Park. Festival-goers can expect Southern BBQ, boiled peanuts, and classic festival food, as well as live music from local bands + plenty of family-friendly activities. 🍂
Sports
- The Charleston Battery unveiled its new limited-edition Breast Cancer Awareness Night jerseys. You can see the players rock their pink gear during the Pink Out game at Patriots Point this Wed., Oct 20, when the team takes on the LA Galaxy. Fans can now purchase “Charleston Wears Pink” shirts + bid on the player jersey auction. Learn more + get tickets. ⚽️ (Holy City Sinner)
Try This
- Carolina Ice Palace is hosting a Spooktacular Halloween Party on Sat., Oct. 30 from 4:30-8:30 p.m. The event will feature skating, prizes for costumes, and trick-or-treating. Pro tip — bringing canned goods will get you a discount at the door. 👻 (Holy City Sinner)
Drink
- HardScoop Distillery — a local biz specializing in alcohol-infused ice creams + sorbet — is working on a line of ready-to-drink canned cocktails. This $250,000 canning operation is set to come online in January of 2022. You can expect cans in 8 and 12 ounce sizes, as well as a 12-ounce sleek option. 🍦(The Post and Courier)
Holiday
- On Dec. 1, The North Charleston Performing Arts Center will host a “An Evening With Chevy Chase,” which will feature a screening of the Christmastime classic “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” and an audience Q+A with Chevy Chase live on stage. Tickets go on sale Fri., Oct. 22 at Ticketmaster.com and the North Charleston Coliseum Advance Ticket Office. 🎄 (Holy City Sinner)
List
- Hop Culture has released a list of The 6 Best Breweries to Visit in South Carolina and the Lowcountry claimed 4 of 6 spots. Charles Towne Fermentory, Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co., COAST Brewing Company, and Westbrook Brewing all made the list. Cheers. 🍻
Biz
- Charleston’s fourth annual #WhatWomenBring event is back on Oct. 27. The event will honor 10 of the state's top women leaders in 9 industries. Octavia Mitchell will host + field questions from the audience. This year’s event is virtual + individual registration is open here. (Holy City Sinner)
Edu
- Thanks to SC State Parks — teachers + parents can now access live virtual tours of the State House without having to leave Charleston. Teachers can schedule 30-minute tours to educate students about architecture, history, and state government. (ABC Columbia)
Job
Stat
- Dr. Antoine Finianos, a hematologist/oncologist at MUSC Health, says that mammogram screenings for breast cancer plummeted to 1% of expected rates nationwide in April 2020. Learn more about the benefits of screening + early detection. Ⓟ
On Thurs., Oct. 25, the Preservation Society is holding its annual meeting — a day filled with board elections, a financial report, updates, and a closing reception. This year the event is at the Riviera Theater, and architect + SCAD professor Christian Sottile will be the guest speaker.
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