Asheville News & Updates

Asheville Plays is back for its 14th year, offering an outdoor Halloween event. This seasonal activity is part of the October weekend offerings in Western North Carolina.

Halloween events are starting to appear on local calendars, offering seasonal fun for the community. Pets can even get in on the festivities with a costume contest in Brevard.

Several Halloween-themed bars are appearing in the Asheville, NC area for the season. Locations include The Golden Pineapple in Asheville and Chimney Rock Smokehouse in Chimney Rock.

The Orange Peel in Asheville will feature a Halloween weekend lineup with various artists. This is part of a broader October concert calendar for Western North Carolina.

The Montford Park Players are presenting "The Hope of Oz," a darker Halloween-themed adaptation of the classic story. This theatrical event offers a unique seasonal experience in Asheville, NC.

SCarowinds is set to introduce new frights for its 2026 Halloween season. The park will feature updated attractions and experiences for visitors to enjoy during the spooky festivities.

SCarowinds is gearing up for the 2026 Halloween season with exciting new attractions and experiences. The park will be open from 7-11 p.m. for guests to enjoy the spooky fun.

Health experts are advising New Yorkers to get their flu vaccine by Halloween due to an early flu season. Dr. Thomas Russo emphasized the importance of vaccination now to protect against the virus.

The Asheville Festival of Frights offers a variety of Halloween activities throughout October. Events include Halloween Bingo on October 31st from 6-8 p.m. at the Burton Street Center.

A new Shaun the Sheep film is coming for the Halloween season, featuring a spooky adventure. The film's tour will make a stop in Asheville, North Carolina, concluding its run there in April.

The Asheville Tourists are hosting a free "BOO Ridge" Halloween event. This event will include a trick-or-treat trail and a free movie night.

Haints and Hollers Apothecary, a new horror-themed bookstore, tea shop, and lounge, is set to open in Asheville's South Slope. The establishment will offer a unique experience for fans of the macabre.

In celebration of Halloween, this article highlights five scary films that were made in Asheville. These movies showcase the local area's connection to the horror genre.