NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — It's spooky season but we won't be playing any tricks on you! Here's a look at the ghostly activities you can see around Middle Tennessee this month!
And before you head out, make sure you check our safety tips!
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Family-Friendly Fun
Spooky Ghoul Fest - All ages
Karaoke? Tunnel of Terror? A spooky parade?? Head on down to Vinyl Tap on October 21 to take part in this spooky adventure. Enjoy all of the Halloween fun from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.!
All Hallows East - All ages
Head on over to East Nashville to celebrate the season! On Saturday, October 28 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., attendees can enjoy costume contests, a silent disco, live music and food! The festival will take place in the Five Points Area. There are free options as well as more advanced passesthat range from $15 to $65.
Goblins and Giggles - All ages
Through Sunday, October 29, you can head on down to Gaylord Opryland to take part in all of their festive fun! You can head on the self-guided tour at the Boo-tanical garden, enjoy spooky animal encounters or meet up with Spookley the Square Pumpkin! These are just a few of the things you can enjoy! Find the spot for you here.
BOO at the Zoo - All ages
Get a festive feel of Halloween while strolling through pumpkin patches or take a ride on the scary-go-round carousel! There will be 10 trick or treat stations and a souvenir bag for kids from age 2 to 12. Tickets: Fridays through Sundays: $21 for everyone ages 2+, Mondays through Thursdays: $18 for everyone ages 2+. Children under 2 are always free.
It's recommended to purchase in advance due to limited parking.
Hocus Pocus in Concert at The Schermerhorn Symphony Center
On October 14 and 15 watch Hocus Pocus in concert, live to film with the Nashville Symphony.
Halloween Pooch Party - All ages
Bring those costumed pups to Cheekwood for plenty of fun! There will be food trucks, vendors for the dogs, costume contests and more! NewsChannel 5's Rhori Johnston will be emcee for the 1 p.m. contest on October 22nd. Ticket information can be found here.
Tennessee Haunts and Legends Expo - All ages
For just$10 on October 21, you can check out more than 80 vendors at the Tennessee Haunts and Legends Expo at the Nashville Fairgrounds! Doors open at 9 a.m. and close at 6. Those age 12 and under get in for free.
El Día de los Muertos - All ages
Return to Cheekwood on October 28 & October 29 to celebrate the Day of the Dead. The festival includes traditional music and authentic cuisine!
Pumpkinfest - All ages
The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 38th Annual PumpkinFest returns on Saturday, October 28 and stretches along Main Street in downtown Franklin! You can enjoy food, drinks, children’s activities, live music and more!
Nashville Aerial Adventure Park’s Glow in the Park - 7+
Glow in the Park takes place at night at Nashville's aerial adventure park and includes two hours of climbing in the trees! It takes place on Fridays and Saturdays through November 4. Tickets are $45.
Davidson County Juvenile Court's Spooktacular 2023 - All Ages
From 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. on October 31, kids can collect treats from various stations, play halloween-themed games and brave through the haunted hallway!
Full Moon Block Party in Dickson - All Ages
This free, family-friendlyblock party on October 14th from 2-8 p.m. is hosted by Miss Daisy's All Natural Boutique and Moon Draped on Mulberry Street.
Community Trick or Treat
Sunday, Oct. 29, 1 to 4 p.m., free admission. This event is at the Belle Meade Historic site and includes a new Halloween Carnival with A tote bag for all of your goodies, mini pumpkin painting, spooky slime, photobooth, carnival Games and more!
Trick or Treat on the Square
This event is in Gallatin on Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for preschool-aged children to trick-or-treat before the night hours.
Spooktacular Halloween Block Party
On Oct. 31 from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., this event is on 100 Woodland Street, Juvenile Court. It's free, and kids can dress up in their costumes to collect treats from stations, get their faces painted, and enjoy a range of Halloween-themed games and activities.
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Trunk or Treat's
Trunk or Treat & Movie in the Park @ Bowie Nature Park
Address: Bowie Nature Park: 7211 Bowie Lake Rd, Fairview, TN
Date/Time: Saturday, October 21 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Hendorsonville Church of Christ
Address: East Parking Lot (Imperial Square : 107 Rockland Road, Hendersonville, TN 37075
Date/Time: October 22 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Wilson County Public Safety Trunk-or-Treat @ Breedens Orchard
Address: Breeden's Orchard 631 Beckwith Rd, Mt. Juliet, TN
Date/Time: Saturday, October 28 from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Trick or Treat @ Honeysuckle Hill
Address: Honeysuckle Hill Farm: 1765 Martins Chapel Church Rd, Springfield, TN
Date/Time: Saturday, October 28 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Trunk or Treat
Address: Hermitage Presbyterian Church: 421 Highland View Dr, Hermitage, TN
Date/Time: Saturday, October 28 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Belle Meade Historic Site
Address: Belle Meade Historic Site 110 Leake Avenue, Nashville
Date/Time: Sunday, October 29 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
White House First Baptist Church
Address: White House First Baptist Church: 2800 US-31W, White House, TN
Date/Time: Sunday, October 29 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Drakes Creek Park
Address: 120 E Main St, Hendersonville, TN 37075
Date/Time: Monday, October 30 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Plaza Mariachi
Address: Plaza Mariachi Outdoor Entertainment: 3955 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
Date/Time: Tuesday, October 31 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Gallatin City Square
Address: Downtown Gallatin Square
Date/Time: Tuesday, October 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Age-Restricted Events
BOOze at the Zoo - 21 and over
From 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on October 12 you can celebrate Halloween at the Zoo! There's unlimited BOOze samples, trick-or-treating and more! General Admission to the event is $80.
Demons on Demonbreun - 21 and over
Tin Roof is celebrating the 14th anniversary of Demons on Demonbreun. Starting off at 9 p.m. on Saturday, October 28, attendees can listen to live music and participate in a costume contest! Who knows, you may walk away with a $500 cash prize! Tickets are $20 in advance or $30 at the door.
Nashville Tequila Festival - 21 and over
It's a spirited evening for everyone to enjoy! On Friday, October 27, attendees can enjoy 50+ types of tequila and mezcal, a dance party, food and more! General admission ($49) gives you access to 15 tequila samples and access to activities like sugar skull face painting, costume contests the photo booth, etc.
Halloween Silent Disco - 21 and over
Dance the night away to some spooky tunes at Hi-Wire Brewing Nashville at Friday, October 27 from 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Tickets range from $10-15.
Strut Nashville: Halloween Edition Tea Dance - 21 and over
On Saturday, October 28 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Flamingo Cocktail Club, you can enjoy DJs and a pop-up shop ! Tickets range from $25 to $40.
Fright Fest - 14 and over
Head on downtown to Rocketown on Saturday, October 28 for costume contests and plenty of giveaways to enjoy! The event begins at 8 p.m., with VIP getting in half an hour early. Tickets range from $20 to $25.
Nightmare On Church Street - 21 and over
Bring on the scary on October 28! You can enjoy all the Halloween fun at 1900 Church Street with plenty of drinks and costumes! Tickets range from $10 to $500.
Nashville Halloweekend Bar Crawl - 21 and over
On October 21, 27 and 28, you can drink and party with all of the ghosts and ghouls of Nashville. Tickets range from $9.99 to $19.99 and can get you not only entry into all of the venues, but discounts on food and drinks, a costume contest and an exclusive after party, just to name a few!
Trick or Drink - 21 and over
It's a Halloween Bar Crawl right on Broadway! From 6 to 10 p.m. on October 27 and 28. Tickets are $20.
Halloween Weekend Bar Crawl presented by Crawl With Us - 21 and over
There's two days full of bar crawl adventures! On October 27 and 28, you can get exclusive drink specials, a costume contest and more! You can earn two free tickets just by inviting your Facebook friends to the event.
Nashville Halloween Bar Crawl - 21 and over
Kick off the bar crawl on Saturday, October 28 at The Dogwood Nashville as we head to a number of different Midtown venues. Tickets range from $9.99 to $24.99.
Ghost Tours at The Hermitage - 12 and over
Voyage throught the Hermitage mansion and to Andrew Jackson's tomb while listening to spooky stories! Additional info can be found here.
Villainfest - 18 and over
This immersive entertainment party flips the script and gives villains their night to shine. Villainfest takes place on October 26th at the historic Woolworth Theatre and comes complete with a red carpet entry. This event is invitation-only: request your ticket here.
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Haunted Spaces
Dead Land Haunted Woods:
Open Friday & Saturdays, September 22 – October 28, 7 p.m. – midnight, and Halloween 7 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
All tickets are sold at the door
Nashville Nightmare
Open select nights through November 4th
Haunted Soiree
Select dates from October 6th through the 31st
Devils Dungeon
Open select nights through November 4th.
Creepy Hollow Haunted Woods
Runs from September 29 and every Friday and Saturday night in October, plus Halloween. Scaring runs from 7 p.m. til 11 p.m.
Tickets: $35.00 per person for all three attractions.
Millers Thrillers -Zombie Hayride and Haunted Woods
Open through Halloween with special dates on the October 14th, 21st, 28th and 31st.
Bloody Acres Haunted Woods
Open Friday and Saturdays in September & October: 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. and Sundays in October from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. They will also be open weekdays the last week before Halloween, October 23rd thru October 31st.