Brookgreen Gardens invites families to annual Children’s Imagination Walk on October 24
October 1, 2026
A day of whimsical garden exploration, pumpkin-marked activity stations, community partners, and a grand costume parade.
MURRELLS INLET, SC — Brookgreen Gardens is excited to announce the return of its annual Children’s Imagination Walk on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Designed for children of all ages and the young at heart, this family-friendly event blends creativity, discovery, and Halloween fun throughout the scenic grounds of Brookgreen Gardens.
Guests can start their journey at the Keepsakes Portico to pick up an event map. From there, families will follow a whimsical trail through the gardens in search of activity stations marked with bright pumpkins. Along the way, young adventurers can participate in hands-on crafts, play interactive games, collect sweet treats, and discover special surprises. 
Costumes are strongly encouraged! Children are invited to dress up as their favorite characters, creatures, heroes, or imaginative creations. At 2:00 p.m., attendees will gather back at Keepsakes for the official Costume Parade, where participants can show off their outfits and compete for a prize for the most creative costume.
In addition to garden activities, local community partners will be hosting special interactive stations along the trail, including:
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Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office
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Midway Fire Department
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Grand Strand Shell Club
Event Details:
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Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
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Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Costume Parade at 2:00 p.m.)
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Location: Keepsakes Portico, Brookgreen Gardens (1931 Brookgreen Drive, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576)
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Admission: Free for Brookgreen Members; Free with general Garden Admission for non-members.
For more information about the event or to purchase tickets in advance, visit Brookgreen Gardens or call (843) 235-6000.
About Brookgreen Gardens:
Located in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Brookgreen Gardens is a 9,127-acre national historic landmark offering a unique combination of art, nature, and history, featuring American figurative sculpture, botanical gardens, and the Lowcountry Zoo.
