Fall on St. Simons Island and throughout the Golden Isles brings cooler temperatures, coastal adventures, and plenty of festive fun.
In 2026, the season is packed with fall festivals and Halloween-themed activities ranging from spooky ghost tours and historic legends to family-friendly celebrations, pumpkin activities, and costume events.
Trolley Ghost Tours with Lighthouse Trolleys
Nightly at 8:30 p.m.: Ghost Tour by Lighthouse Trolleys visits sites of authentic Island history and gives you the ghostly story behind them. Hear the stories of Mary, the Wanderer, the famous Island ghost! Visit the graveyards of Indians, ride down the Spanish moss-dripped Avenue of Oaks, and learn how the St. Simons Lighthouse has really worked at night! And what is the mystery around Raymond Demere? All this and more! Location: 115 Mallory St., St. Simons Island. Departs from 115 Mallory Street in front of St. Simons Fishing Pier at 8:30 p.m. nightly (by reservation). Website.
Ghosts and Legends at Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation State Historic Site.
Oct. 2, 9, 16 & 23, 6:30–9:30 p.m.: Step into the shadows this October during the Ghosts and Legends walking tours at Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation State Historic Site. Offered on four Friday evenings, these atmospheric tours bring the site’s fascinating and sometimes tragic history to life. Hear the stories spanning five generations of plantation owners and the African Americans who lived and worked here. Hear tales of recent ghostly encounters, Lowcountry folklore and the haunting history of the region’s rice fields. Reservations are required; call (912) 264-7333 to reserve your spot. Website.
Caramel Apple Workshop
Ghouls & Golf Carts Halloween Golf Cart Parade
October 26, 6 p.m.: Get ready for a spooktacular evening as Glynn County Parks & Recreation presents a golf cart parade with a Halloween twist! Gather the family, decorate your golf cart, put on your favorite costumes, and get ready to roll through Pier Village for an evening filled with festive frights, candy, and plenty of Halloween fun. Dress up, wave to your neighbors, and show off your most creative golf cart decorations. Facebook page.
Haunted Afternoon Tea at the Jekyll Island Club
October 31, 2 p.m.: Celebrate the season with Haunted Afternoon Tea at Jekyll Island Club Resort. Delight in a four-course menu of classic tea favorites, freshly baked scones, and sweet treats served in the elegant surroundings of the historic Grand Dining Room. Website.
Halloween Party at The Ocean Lodge Rooftop
October 31: The Halloween party at The Rooftop At Ocean Lodge on St. Simons Island features music by DJ Razo, drink specials, and a costume contest with no cover charge. Website.
Halloween Masquerade Ball at Ocean Lodge Resort
October 31, 8 p.m.: The Halloween Masquerade Ball at Ocean Lodge Resort at 935 Beachview Dr., St Simons Island. Tickets: $100 per. Hosts: J.Kris & Co. Salon and Ocean Lodge Resort. Gourmet bites crafted by Chef Matt Schleis. Guests receive one chillingly exotic drink voucher. Dress to impress and wear your favorite masquerade mask! www.oceanlodgeresort.com
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation’s Halloween Scavenger Hunt
October, Tuesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation State Historic Site will celebrate the Halloween season with its annual month-long Halloween Scavenger Hunt. The Halloween Scavenger Hunt is designed for the entire family and is appropriate for all ages. The clues and stops along the scavenger hunt will feature spooky stories, legends, and mysterious tales connected to the Colonial and Revolutionary War era in Coastal Georgia.
Along the way, participants will discover tales of mysterious riders, haunted battlefields, ghostly soldiers, and legends that have survived long after the Revolution ended. Locate the Halloween-themed clues around the site to uncover a secret phrase for a goodie bag with prizes. Website.
Halloween Concert Featuring South of Athens
October 31, 6–9 p.m.: Celebrate Halloween with live music, waterfront views, and plenty of festive fun at Village Creek Landing! South of Athens takes the stage for a special Halloween concert. Join in the halloween fun as they bring their energetic sound and crowd-pleasing performance to the waterfront. Gather your friends, put on your favorite costume, and enjoy an evening of great music and good times under the stars. Get Tickets HERE.
