Never too early to plan Halloween in Charleston. This historic port city celebrates with spine-tingling haunted tours (Provost Dungeon, Old City Jail) and immersive events like Boone Hall Fright Nights and Holy City Halloween. A cultural highlight is the Candlelight Halloween in Charleston at the Unitarian Church – in summary a candlelit string-quartet performance of spooky classics. From ghostly legends to modern musical chills, Charleston offers rich history, family‑friendly fun, and sophisticated scares—making it essential to plan early.
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
A chilling hush falls as the ethereal strains of Der Erlkönig, Franz Schubert drift through the hall, followed by the playful nostalgia of The Addams Family, Vic Mizzy and the cinematic rush of Ghostbusters (Theme), Ray Parker Jr. The string quartet’s expressive palette brings each story to life, from folklore to pop culture.
Gentle glow surrounds the audience, promising an evening where myth, memory, and melody merge in a Halloween celebration that resonates long after the final note. Let the music’s spell linger as you leave, carrying the spirit of Halloween with you.
Candlelight Halloween at The Unitarian Church
The historic interior of the Unitarian Church in Charleston becomes hauntingly beautiful under the glow of thousands of candles. Their flickering light dances across centuries-old architecture, casting shadows that deepen the mood and draw every eye to the string quartet at center stage. Arriving 30–45 minutes early allows guests to fully absorb the eerie charm before the 60-minute concert begins.
The setting transforms familiar melodies into something otherworldly. The uneasy rhythm of “Psycho (Prelude)” – Bernard Herrmann, the whimsical eeriness of “Beetlejuice (Theme)” – Danny Elfman, and the chilling tones of “Tubular Bells” – Mike Oldfield are amplified by the candlelight’s glow. With limited dates, waiting too long to plan could mean missing one of the most enchanting Halloween experiences in Charleston.