Looking for fun things to do for Halloween for toddlers in Greenville, SC? Or maybe some Halloween events for babies? One of the highlights of having small children, if we are honest with ourselves, is dressing them. And costuming in October is even more rewarding and adorable. We at Kidding Around Greenville think we can help. Here’s a list of costume-happy activities without late hours or spooky décor. They are the perfect formula for toddlers and babies! Besides, we all need another excuse to coo over our little skunks and dragons.
Read on for some tot-friendly destinations in Greenville to try this year. Updated for the 2026 season.
Looking for more? Don’t miss our enormous Guide to Halloween Events in Greenville and Spartanburg!
Ticketed Trick-or-Treating for Little Ones
Boo in the Zoo
Possibly the most well-known local Halloween event, Boo in the Zoo, is a kid-friendly path through the zoo. Many treat spots await you! Your baby’s or toddler’s jack-o-lantern will be stocked. While it’s unlikely you’ll see many animals out in their enclosures, the reptile house and all restrooms are open. The Greenville Zoo does a terrific job decorating the grounds in a kid-friendly way and provides popular character experiences and photo opportunities. Dress up and enjoy! We recommend buying tickets in advance.
2026 dates: October 14 – 18 and October 21 – 30 from 3 – 8 pm, plus (new this year) Halloween, Saturday, October 31st, from 1 – 4 pm.
Admission: $15 for adults and children ages 2 – 12 ($12 for zoo members); Boo Babies (ages 0 – 1) are free but don’t receive candy. Everyone who wants to trick-or-treat, including Boo Babies, needs a $3 Trick-or-Treat upgrade at checkout, and you’ll want to bring your own treat bag.
The Greenville Zoo – 150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville, SC 29601
Register for Boo in the Zoo!
Trick-or-Treat at TCMU
Unfortunately, the Trick-or-Treat event at TCMU is not scheduled for this year, as the museum just completed a big fall festival called “Kidtoberfest”. Check back again to see if it returns in 2027.
Halloween Themed Events At Your Local Library
- Family Craft Night: Not So Spooky
Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 from 5 – 7 pm at the Five Forks Branch (drop-in event for families). - Spooky Goose on the Loose (ages 1 – 24 months)
Monday, October 26th, 2026 at 11 am at the Hughes Main Library. - Spooktacular Stories (ages 5 & under)
Monday, October 26th, 2026 at 10 am at the Five Forks Branch, Mauldin Branch, and Travelers Rest Branch; Tuesday, October 27th at 10 am at the Hughes Main Library, Berea Branch, and Greer Branch; Wednesday, October 28th at 10 am at the Fountain Inn Branch, Pelham Road Branch, and Blue Ridge Branch; Thursday, October 29th at 10 am at the Augusta Road Branch and 11 am at the Simpsonville Branch; and Friday, October 30th at 10 am at the Taylors Branch. - Not-So-Spooky Toddler Tales (ages 18 months – 4 years)
Monday, October 26th, 2026 at 10 am at the Greer Branch, Wednesday, October 28th at 11 am at the Pelham Road Branch, and Thursday, October 29th at 10 am at the Hughes Main Library! - Musical Jamboree: Monster Mash (ages 18 months – 4 years)
Monday, October 26th, 2026 at 10 am at the Hughes Main Library, Tuesday, October 27th at 10 am at the Pelham Road Branch, Wednesday, October 28th at 10 am at the Five Forks Branch, and Thursday, October 29th at 10 am at the Simpsonville Branch. - Bouncing Babies Boo Bash (ages 1 – 18 months)
Tuesday, October 27th, 2026 at 10 am at the Five Forks Branch and Simpsonville Branch, Wednesday, October 28th at 10 am at the TR Branch, and Thursday, October 29th at 10 am at the Taylors Branch and 11 am at the Pelham Road Branch and Hughes Main Library.
Find the full lineup of baby, toddler, and preschool programs on the Greenville County Library System events calendar.
October “Tell-Me-a-Story Theatre” at the SCCT
During October, you can watch a FREE “Tell-Me-a-Story Theatre” at the South Carolina Children’s Theatre with a reading and performance of Creepy Carrots by Aaron Reynolds. Reservations are not required for public shows.
- Saturday, October 17th, 2026– 10 am and 11 am
- Tuesday, October 20th, 2026– 10 am and 11 am
Free Festivals with Trick-or-Treating Perfect for Little Ones
“Autumn Harvest” at the TD Saturday Market
Main Street – Greenville, SC 29602
2026 date: Saturday Oct 31st 8am-noon
The last Saturday in October, the TD Saturday Market continues an adorable tradition of kids’ costumes contest, trick-or-treating the market vendors, and more family friendly events. The “Autumn Harvest” Festival‘s morning timing for trick-or-treating is miraculous, you must agree. Bring along your reusable shopping bags to stock up on autumn produce and artisan wares while your costumed kidlet is admired. Reference the TD Saturday Market website for timings for the costume contest and other events.
Tip: Make sure to go early, as the candy may run out.
Side street parking is available for your visit, though we recommend the Richardson Street Garage for easy access to the market.
Spooktacular Morning at Haywood Mall
2026 date and time: Saturday, October 17 from 11AM–1PM
Take your little trick or treating on a candy trail through the mall, visiting multiple stores for candy. The Spooktacular Morning event also includes a costume catwalk, Halloween crafts, face painting, and more. This event is great because it is indoors, which is a plus if the weather decides to change, and many of the vendors give out small toys and games instead of just receiving candy.
Not-So-Spooky Spooktacular Trail
Take Heart Church, 1330 Fork Shoals Rd, Greenville, SC 29605
2026 Date: Saturday, October 24th
Details and hours are yet to be posted. In past years, it has run from 3-5pm and included trick-or-treating and favorite character appearances including superheroes and princesses. Check the church’s website or Facebook page for updates.
Downtown Trick-or-Treating in Travelers Rest
2026 date: Saturday, October 24th 3-5pm
This trick or treating event in downtown TR is a lot of fun for little ones. They will get to walk around the downtown area and collect candy while wearing their favorite costume! There will also be free face painting and games at the gazebo. Just be sure to bring a stroller in case those little legs get tired of walking.
Adjusting to a new baby is challenging enough, and toddlers can prove unpredictable when out late or off-schedule. You shouldn’t have to miss out on every holiday tradition, though! Kidding Around Greenville hopes that we can play a small part in starting new Halloween family traditions for your growing family.
Our own Bethany Winston did the tiresome job of compiling these opportunities, and, boy, are we grateful. Please let us know how it goes, and happy costuming!
Looking for more? Don’t miss our enormous Guide to Halloween Events in Greenville!