Conway SC Halloween: Experience the City of Halloween This October
When October arrives, Conway, South Carolina transforms into something truly special. With historic streets, moss-draped oaks, the Waccamaw River and plenty of Halloween spirit, this charming downtown community earns its seasonal nickname: the City of Halloween. Throughout the month, visitors and locals can enjoy Halloween-themed events, spooky stories, festive activities and family-friendly fun throughout downtown Conway.
Located just a short drive from the Myrtle Beach area, Conway makes a great addition to a Grand Strand vacation or fall day trip. And this October, you can add a little adventure on the water to your Halloween plans with a special Crazy Sister Marina Halloween cruise in Conway.
Welcome to the City of Halloween
Conway knows how to celebrate the spooky season. From October 1 through October 31, the city embraces its City of Halloween theme, turning downtown into a festive destination filled with Halloween decorations, events and seasonal activities.
Downtown Conway is already known for its historic architecture, beautiful live oaks and scenic location along the Waccamaw River. During October, those familiar surroundings take on an entirely different atmosphere as Halloween decorations and spooky touches bring the downtown area to life.
For visitors staying in Myrtle Beach, Murrells Inlet and the Grand Strand, Conway is an easy destination for a fall day trip.
Conway Ghost Walk
If you enjoy local history mixed with a little fright, the Conway Ghost Walk is one October event to put on your calendar.
The 2026 Conway Ghost Walk is scheduled for October 14–16, with tours taking place from 6 to 8 p.m. Professional storytellers share tales of Lowcountry haunts while leading guests through the historic Conwayborough Residential District.
The approximately one-mile walking tour combines Conway’s history with spooky stories, making it a fun way to experience the city’s historic streets after dark. Reservations are required, so anyone hoping to participate should plan ahead.
Halloween Hustle in Conway
Halloween isn’t just about ghosts and costumes. Conway’s annual Halloween Hustle brings some active fun to the City of Halloween.
The 2026 Halloween Hustle takes place on October 3 and includes a 10K, 5K and Monster Mile. The courses take runners through Conway before finishing near the festive Riverwalk area.
Even if running isn’t your thing, the event is another example of how Conway turns the entire month of October into a community-wide celebration.
Set Sail with Crazy Sister Marina’s Halloween Pirate Adventure
What’s Halloween without pirates?
For October, Crazy Sister Marina brings its pirate adventures to downtown Conway, giving families a chance to experience the City of Halloween from the water.
Our City of Conway Children’s Halloween Pirate Adventure takes place aboard the Sea Gypsy, a 37-foot United States Coast Guard Certified & Inspected vessel. During this approximately 30-minute river cruise, young pirates join the crew for an adventure along the Waccamaw River as they help battle Pirate Pete’s skeleton crew and search for Halloween treasure.
It’s a great choice for families looking for a Halloween activity that is exciting without being overly frightening. Kids can embrace their inner pirate, enjoy the river scenery and become part of their own Halloween adventure.
And yes — costumes are encouraged!
Cruise the Conway ShiverWalk
Looking for something spooky but suitable for the whole family?
Crazy Sister Marina also offers the City of Conway Halloween “Shiver” Cruise aboard the Sea Gypsy.
This approximately 25-minute river cruise travels along the Waccamaw River while passengers take in the sights of Conway’s Halloween-themed ShiverWalk. Guests can listen to family-friendly ghost stories and Lowcountry lore while Halloween scenes, spooky soundscapes and flickering lanterns create a festive atmosphere along the riverbanks.
It’s a unique way to experience Conway’s City of Halloween — from the water.
Make a Fall Day Trip to Conway
One of the best things about visiting Conway in October is that you don’t have to choose just one activity.
Start your day exploring historic downtown Conway, browse local shops and grab something to eat before taking a stroll along the scenic Riverwalk. Then, as the afternoon turns into evening, add a Halloween event or one of Crazy Sister Marina’s special Conway cruises to your itinerary.
Conway Riverwalk is particularly fitting for a fall visit, offering beautiful views along the Waccamaw River and a scenic setting for enjoying the downtown area.
You can also explore the historic character of downtown and check the current event schedule through Conway Downtown Alive.
Visiting from Myrtle Beach? Add Conway to Your October Plans
If you’re planning a Myrtle Beach fall vacation, don’t limit your itinerary to the beach.
Conway offers a completely different side of the Grand Strand area. Instead of sandy beaches and ocean waves, you’ll find historic streets, towering oak trees, the Waccamaw River and a community that goes all-in on Halloween.
And during October, Crazy Sister Marina gives visitors another reason to make the trip with our Halloween Pirate Adventure and Shiver Cruise in Conway.
Whether you’re traveling with kids, looking for a family-friendly Halloween activity or simply want to experience one of the Grand Strand area’s most unique seasonal celebrations, Conway is worth adding to your fall itinerary.
Plan Your Conway Halloween Adventure
From ghost walks and Halloween-themed events to pirate adventures and spooky river cruises, Conway, South Carolina is a must-visit destination during October.
So grab your costumes, gather your crew and make plans to explore the City of Halloween. And if you’re looking for a Halloween experience that’s a little different, climb aboard the Sea Gypsy with Crazy Sister Marina for a pirate adventure or Shiver Cruise along the Waccamaw River.
Halloween in Conway isn’t just something to see — it’s an experience to enjoy from land and water!