Family events in Conway, SC

The 9th Annual Grand Strand Kite Festival returns to North Myrtle Beach, set on the sands of Cherry Grove Point. This beachside event focuses on kite flying along the shoreline and marks the festival’s return to this coastal setting.

Enjoy a fun day at 5 Star Farm celebrating babies, families, animals, and community. Baby shower style contests take place throughout the day with prizes, and the first 50 little ones age 2 and under will receive a special gift while supplies last. Meet more than 80 animals, with opportunities to pet and feed them. Animal feed is available for purchase at the gate. A kids activity area offers plenty to keep younger visitors entertained, and both children and adults will find lots to do around the farm. Local vendors and food trucks are planned, with more being added as they are confirmed. Admission is $10 for ages 3 and up, and children 2 and under are free. Tickets are sold at the gate on the day of the event. Vendor applications are being accepted. For vendor questions, email sc5starfarmvendors@gmail.com. This is an outdoor event, and any weather-related updates will be shared by the organizers on their Facebook page.

At Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach, BooFest is a family friendly celebration filled with spooky fun. The event features costume contests for children and pets, along with costumed stilt walkers, vendor booths offering kids activities, and more. Contest categories include ages 3 and younger, 4 to 7, 8 to 12, and pets. Participants are encouraged to register ahead and be ready to line up before their category begins.

Enjoy yoga in the yard at Crooked Hammock Brewery in North Myrtle Beach, offered every Sunday and held rain or shine. Classes rotate between yin and slow flow each week, and all levels are welcome, from first-timers to experienced practitioners. Admission includes a draft beer or a nonalcoholic beverage after class. Pricing is $15 for locals and $20 for visitors, and kids participate for free. Register on Eventbrite or walk in, with cash and Venmo accepted on site. If you need a mat, text 843-605-1751 at least 24 hours in advance to request one. A covered area is available in case of rain.

Celebrate the season with fun for all ages while paying tribute to first responders. With valid ID, a first responder is admitted free with each paid admission.

Celebrate fall at a free community festival at the Conway Recreation Center at Lady Bug Park. Hosted by North Conway Baptist Church, Coastway Church, Pathway Church, Heritage Baptist Church, and Fountain Church, it features trunk-or-treat fun, a hayride, face painting, inflatables, and games. Enjoy complimentary food and snacks along with apple cider and coffee. Activities are planned with the whole family in mind.

Explore how Myrtle Beach began and what life was like there during World War II on a trolley tour. Learn about U-boat threats off the coast and the arrival of German POWs as the route makes stops at Pine Lakes Country Club and the Historic Myrtle Beach Colored School Museum. The trolley is enclosed and climate controlled.

Designed for tweens, this studio-style art class invites participants to explore new materials, build skills, and express their ideas. Each session combines drawing, painting, and mixed media projects in a welcoming setting that encourages creativity, confidence, and experimentation. All supplies are provided. No experience is required, and enrollment remains open.

Enjoy a small-town market that spotlights creativity from local artists, crafters, bakers, and more. Vendors interested in participating can contact Sonja at myoliveshack@gmail.com. Booth fees are handled on-site, and payments are never requested through private messages or services such as Facebook, Venmo, or PayPal. Stay alert for scams, and if anything seems uncertain, call 571-247-3841.

This narrated two-hour excursion travels about a half-hour south of Myrtle Beach by climate-controlled trolley to Murrells Inlet and nearby spots. The storytelling features ghost tales locals have shared for generations with no actual sightings, accounts of pirates believed to have frequented these shores roughly 300 years ago, and history of influential families from the area and their contributions to the nation. It is designed as an introduction to notable places seen along the route rather than time spent at attractions. Brief step-offs lasting only a few minutes include The Gardener’s Cottage at Brookgreen Gardens, The Pawleys Island Hammock Shops Village, and a scenic overlook in Murrells Inlet suited for photos.

A Halloween themed gathering at KP’S Trading Co. and KP’S Prom & Dress Boo-tique features painting, shopping, and seasonal activities. A $15 painting ticket includes one wooden Halloween shape to paint and take home, all supplies, and a treat. There are eight festive designs to choose from on a first come, first served basis. Jamie will be on site with permanent jewelry and a charm bar, and the shops will be open for browsing. Quantities for painting are limited. Permanent jewelry and charms are purchased separately.

Explore the bookshop after hours with the lights switched off, creating a softly spooky setting where browsing happens by flashlight. Eerie tunes, complimentary drinks, and themed snacks set the tone, while a pair of Halloween cats adds to the fun. This first-of-its-kind lights-out experience welcomes costumes, though they are optional. Attendees may want to bring a personal flashlight in case there are not enough to share.

Conway has been selected to host the 2026 South Carolina State Special Olympics, as announced by the City of Conway Parks and Recreation Department. The community will welcome athletes, families, volunteers, and supporters for a meaningful celebration that highlights ability and courage. The event centers on joy, determination, togetherness, and community pride.

Fright Nights at Ripley’s Haunted Adventure unveils a chilling new chapter with a refreshed look and new scares. The Doctor has vanished, leaving human experiments abandoned inside the house, and they are no longer contained. Spaces have been reimagined, the fear has been intensified, and even more live actors lurk around every corner to keep the suspense building. The objective is simple. Enter, confront what the Doctor created, and try to make it out. Are you brave enough to finish the journey?