Who makes the greatest meatball on the Grand Strand? Food trucks, restaurants, catering companies and home cooks will compete for the prize as they showcase their meatballs. Judges will be Chef Kevin Levine of Scatori’s, Chef Thomas Barre of The Breakwater and Chef Jamie Saunders of Johnny D’s. The event will also include activities for children, vendors and a Halloween Rod Run Car Show. Proceeds benefit the Champion Autism Network.  

Surfside Beach Oceanfront Hotel, 15 S. Ocean Blvd. Saturday, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Visit website for prices. championautismnetwork.com