Spooktacular Spots to Visit
This Halloween Season
Boo! Spooky season is upon us, and the Halloween countdown is on. While some may prefer pumpkin patches and milder fall activities, others revel in the spine-tingling excitement of hair-raising thrills. That’s why we created a list of three spooktacular spots to visit in the Olde English District before November rolls around.
SCarowinds
SCarowinds, presented by Carowinds, is arguably the largest Halloween event in the Carolinas, and it is back for another year of haunting. Every corner of the theme park is lined with horrifying haunted mazes, scare zones and live entertainment. Carowinds’ rides are also up and running during the evening’s event. SCarowinds will be open select nights starting September 12, 2025, through November 2, 2025. After a visit here, you’ll want to sleep with the lights on.
- Event Date: Select nights starting September 12, 2025, through November 2, 2025
- Event Attractions: Check out haunted mazes, scare zones, thrilling coasters, live shows and more.
8th Annual Lanterns and Legends Walking Tour
Listen to mysterious stories and learn a bit of history at one of Fort Mill’s Annual events. The Fort Mill History Museum will present its 8th annual Lanterns and Legends walking tour. Start at the museum and end the excursion at Main & Academy streets in Fort Mill. This is a ticketed event that is held every Thursday through Saturday in October at 6:45 p.m. and 7:45 p.m.
- Event Date: Select nights starting Thursday, October 2, 2025 through Thursday, October 30, 2025.
- Event Cost: $17/person
- Event Attractions: Learn Fort Mill’s history and a few local mysteries along the way.
Dark Castle Haunted Attractions
Since 2012, Dark Castle has grown into one of South Carolina’s top haunted attractions, expanding far beyond its early days. What started back up in honor of founder Larry Oates now thrills guests with three unique haunts, two pulse-pounding “brisk breakouts” (five-minute escape rooms), and a smash room where you can unleash your stress in the most fun way possible. With old favorites and new frights added each year, there’s always something terrifying waiting beyond the castle gates.
- Event Date: Select Nights from September 26 – November 8
- Event Cost: $30
- Event Attractions: Explore 3 separate events with one ticket. First, you’ll step into our Dungeon of Darkness haunted house. Next, you’ll take action with a interactive zombie survival scenario where. Then, you’ll explore the Dark Knight’s realm on a fully guided outdoor trail through the woods.
