Autumn by the Sea: Upcoming Events on Isle of Palms
October 2023 Event Schedule:
October 19: IOP Farmers Market
Time: 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location:
IOP Recreation Center
24 28th Ave, Isle of Palms, SC 29451
Theme: ‘Spooky, Kooky, Ghoulie Funfest.’ This is the last IOP Farmers Market of the year. There will be fresh, local produce, family-friendly activities, food vendors, live music and more. Admission to the farmers market is free and open to the public.
Questions? Contact the Recreation Center at (843) 886-8294
October 20: IOP Public Safety Open House
Time: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Location:
IOP Public Safety Building
30 JC Long Boulevard
Isle of Palms, SC 29451
Stop by and engage with the city’s Fire Department and Police Department. October is National Fire Prevention Month. Learn about fire safety and meet Sparky the Fire Dog. There will be an inflatable house, Sunny Daze Ice Cream, Holy City Popcorn, cotton candy, static police vehicle displays and more. Free and open to the public.
Questions? Contact the Fire Department at (843) 886-4410 or the Police Department at (843) 886-6522.
October 20: Ghostly Tide Tales
Time: 6 p.m.
Location:
IOP Front Beach
Beach access path located at Pavilion Drive by the Sea Cabins. (Across from Municipal Parking Lot B)
Listen to local ghost stories on Front Beach while sitting by the campfire. Please bring blankets, chairs and a flashlight. Free and open to the public.
Questions? Contact the Recreation Center at (843) 886-8294
October 27: Coffee with the Mayor
Time: 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Location:
IOP Marina
50 41st Ave, Isle of Palms, SC 29451
Whether you’re a resident, business owner or visitor on Isle of Palms, do you have questions about how things work in our city’s government? Want to get an update on current projects? Would you like to get involved in a volunteer role for our city? Interested in providing some constructive feedback? Have a chat with the mayor over a cup of coffee. *These meetings are held monthly*
Questions? Contact City Hall: (843) 886-6428
October 27: Halloween Carnival and Golf Cart Parade
Time: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Location:
IOP Recreation Center
24 28th Ave, Isle of Palms, SC 29451
Celebrate ‘Spooky Season’ on the island. There will be a Halloween costume golf cart parade, a drive-thru haunted house, inflatables, food vendors and treats for children. Free and open to the public.
Golf Cart Parade Registration - CLOSED! (opens in a new tab)
All Golf Carts must be registered to participate
Must have household set up to register online. If you have not established a household please come by the Recreation Center for assistance.
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Halloween Golf Cart Parade Rules(opens in a new tab)
Golf Cart Parade Route (JPG, 454.75 KB)(opens in a new tab)
Parade line up starts at 3:30 pm on 27th Avenue.
Parade begins at 4:00pm SHARP!
Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 best decorated golf carts.
Laws pertaining to the operation of Golf Carts(opens in a new tab)
Questions? Contact the Recreation Center at (843) 886-8294
Note: Events are subject to change due to inclement weather. Check iop.net (opens in a new tab)or the city's Facebook pages for the latest updates:
City of Isle of Palms(opens in a new tab)
City of Isle of Palms Recreation Center (opens in a new tab)
City of Isle of Palms Fire Department(opens in a new tab)
City of Isle of Palms Police Department (opens in a new tab)