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Bluffton, SC, is set to host a variety of community events this fall, including the Sun City Blood Drive, the Bluffton Police Department Safety Spooktacular, and the Hilton Head Half & Quarter Marathon & 5K. Additional activities range from family-friendly festivals to concerts and memorial ceremonies in Beaufort, Jasper, and Hampton Counties, offering numerous opportunities for community engagement and fun.
Bluffton, SC – The Sun City Blood Drive will take place on September 26, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pinckney Hall Ballroom, located at 114 Sun City Lane. Community members can schedule their blood donation appointments by visiting redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS. For those needing GPS directions, entering 1 Sun City Blvd will lead attendees to the Main Gate.
Another upcoming event in Bluffton is the Bluffton Police Department Safety Spooktacular, scheduled for October 24, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Oscar Frazier Park. Vendors interested in participating in this family-friendly Halloween event can contact the Town of Bluffton’s Events and Venues Department via email for more information.
Moving towards the end of the year, the Hilton Head Half & Quarter Marathon & 5K will be hosted at The Sea Pines Resort on November 2, 2025. The race will commence at 8 a.m. from The Sea Pines Beach Club. Participants can choose between three different race distances: a half marathon (13.1 miles), a quarter marathon (6.55 miles), or a 5K (3.1 miles). Early registration fees are set at $80 for the half marathon, $70 for the quarter marathon, and $40 for the 5K. Packet pickup will occur on November 1, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hilton Head Running Company, with race day packet pickup available starting at 6:30 a.m. No registration will be allowed on race day, but free access to the Sea Pines area will be granted for participants and their families on the day of the event. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Sea Pines Forest Preserve Foundation and Turtle Trackers of Hilton Head. More registration details and additional lodging offers can be found at runsignup.com/Race/SC/HiltonHeadIsland/HiltonHeadHalfMarathon.
September also brings a variety of activities and events for residents and visitors in Beaufort, Jasper, and Hampton Counties. A range of family-friendly options includes the First Friday Tailgate Party in Downtown Beaufort, the Paddle Racing Competition at Oyster Factory Park, and the Roots and Rivers Festival that showcases local artisans and Black-owned businesses, with tickets priced at $15. The 9/11 Patriot Day Ceremony will take place in Beaufort as a free event where discounts will be offered to first responders. Additionally, the Thursday Night Outdoor Concert Series will feature free live music events. The Harbour Town Fall Fest, which involves various activities, live music, and classic cars, will have associated gate fees. The Hilton Head Island Jam, a four-day songwriter festival, will host most events free of charge.
Lastly, the Hilton Head Island Shrimp Festival, set for September 2025, promises a fun-filled, family-friendly event where attendees can enjoy shrimp dishes crafted by local chefs, alongside craft brews and other vendors. This event will require a ticket for entry. Also, the BlufftemberFest will be held towards the end of September at Oyster Factory Park, featuring a beer garden, food trucks, crafts, and live music, with tickets needed for participation.
These upcoming events reflect the vibrant community engagement and recreational opportunities available in Beaufort, Jasper, and Hampton Counties, ensuring residents and visitors alike have a diverse selection of activities to enjoy this fall.
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Additional Resources
- Bluffton Today: Community Calendar
- Wikipedia: Bluffton, South Carolina
- Island Packet: Local News
- Google Search: Beaufort County events
- Island Packet: Politics News
- Google Scholar: South Carolina events
- Bluffton Today: Calendar of Events
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Hilton Head Island
- Island Packet: Local News Update
- Google News: Lowcountry South Carolina
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