22 events for the weekend of Oct 30–Nov 1, with 10 free and 9 indoors.
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Big outings first: festivals, farms, shows and attractions, mixing free and paid, for a range of ages.
Eliada Corn Maze — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville
Navigate winding rows of corn during an autumn festival outing in Asheville, with seasonal outdoor fun suited to families on Halloween in a classic harvest-season…
Details at Explore Asheville ↗Reems Creek Nursery — Weaverville · Buncombe Co. · North (Weaverville, Woodfin, Leicester)
Build a miniature terrarium from start to finish with hands-on guidance, adding a spooky Halloween twist to a creative outing for kids, couples, friends, or solo makers.
Details at Eventbrite ↗Leveller Brewing Co. — Weaverville · Buncombe Co. · North (Weaverville, Woodfin, Leicester)
Costumed guests can take part in Halloween trick-or-treating and a costume contest at a local brewery, bringing family-friendly seasonal festivities to Weaverville on…
Details at Explore Asheville ↗Grove Arcade — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville
Families and costumed children enjoy Halloween trick-or-treating through the historic downtown arcade, collecting candy and sharing a festive evening outing in the…
Details at Explore Asheville ↗Black Mountain Town Square — Black Mountain · Buncombe Co. · East (Black Mountain, Swannanoa, Fairview)
Costumed families can trick-or-treat among more than 20 booths hosted by local businesses, high school sports teams, and nonprofits during a free, all-ages Halloween…
Details at Mountain Xpress ↗Want your family-friendly business here? Sponsor this guide
Eliada Corn Maze — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville
Navigate winding paths through a seasonal corn maze at a fall festival in Asheville, with outdoor exploration and family-friendly autumn fun.
Details at Explore Asheville ↗House of Black Cat Magic — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler
Cozy story time inside a cat lounge, where kids hear a cat-centric book while resident “panthers” roam and cuddle nearby.
Details at Mountain Xpress ↗76 Biltmore Avenue — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville
A kid-friendly comedy bus tour rolls through downtown Asheville with playful guides, goofy jokes, and interactive bits tailored for young audiences.
Details at Explore Asheville ↗House of Black Cat Magic — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville
Kid-friendly coloring time surrounded by resident cats in a cozy cat-focused venue.
Details at Explore Asheville ↗3 S. Tunnel Rd Suite B1 Asheville NC 28805 — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · East (Black Mountain, Swannanoa, Fairview)
An all-ages Halloween celebration brings kid-friendly games, prizes, and treat bags for an afternoon of playful monster-themed fun and family-friendly seasonal…
Details at Facebook event ↗Murphy-Oakley Community Center — Fairview · Buncombe Co. · East (Black Mountain, Swannanoa, Fairview)
Young children ages 3–6 explore nature through hands-on sensory play in an adaptive recreation setting designed for participants with disabilities, encouraging…
Details at Asheville Parks & Recreation ↗Turgua Brewing — Fairview · Buncombe Co. · East (Black Mountain, Swannanoa, Fairview)
Kids fold, crease, and shape colorful paper into playful origami creations in a hands-on art session that builds creativity, patience, and fine motor skills through…
Details at Eventbrite ↗The Sanctuary at Red Bell Run — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville
A festive Halloween themed 1K fun run paired with a vendor market on the grounds of an animal sanctuary.
Details at Eventbrite ↗From Buncombe County Public Libraries and Henderson County Public Library branches. Some need registration; check the library page.
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