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Knoxville welcomes Halloween 2025 near Market Square and the Old City with spooky events and haunted attractions throughout familiar sites. Find spooky entertainment, fall festivals and Halloween attractions like ghost tours, pumpkin fairs and lively community costume nights.
Find the best Knoxville Halloween happenings this year!
Top Halloween In and Around Knoxville
- FrightWorks Haunted House (Powell)
- Boo! at the Zoo
- Dollywood's Harvest Festival (Pigeon Forge)
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park Fall Foliage Tour (Gatlinburg)
- CreepyCon Halloween & Horror Convention
- Halloween Trick or Treat Trail at Ancient Lore Village
- Do The Halloween Pub Crawl in Knoxville
- Knoxville Oktoberfest at Schulz Bräu Brewing
- Blackberry Farm Halloween Celebration (Walland)
- Blackberry Farm Fall Harvest Festival (Walland)
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Knoxville Family-Friendly Fall Activities
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Knoxville's premier Halloween event, BOO! at the Zoo, invites families for nights of not-too-scary fun. Little trick-or-treaters can fill their bags with goodies along the BOO! Trail as they journey through the zoo. Explore a haunted cemetery and enjoy festive snacks for a truly fang-tastic experience.
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Dollywood's Harvest Festival transforms the park into a vibrant autumn wonderland. By day, enjoy thrilling rides and live music, while nights come alive with the enchanting Great Pumpkin LumiNights, featuring thousands of glowing pumpkins and the magical Hoot Owl Hollow. Explore the new Candy Corn Country and savor delicious fall flavors.
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Bring your little ones for a spellbinding Halloween adventure at Ancient Lore Village's Trick or Treat Trail. Kids can gather candy from numerous festive stops, meet friendly costumed characters, and enjoy a special screening of 'It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.' Spooky treats and drinks are available for purchase, making for a memorable Halloween experience.
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Celebrate Halloween on the Farm with classic traditions amidst the crisp mountain air and vibrant autumn foliage. Enjoy pumpkin carving, spooky fireside storytelling, and all-day trick-or-treating, all while indulging in delightful Fall-inspired flavors.
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Experience the magic of fall at Blackberry Farm, nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains. Discover breathtaking autumn foliage across 4,200 acres, perfect for hiking and biking. Indulge in delicious Southern flavors and seasonal favorites, and enjoy unique farmstead activities like apple cider pressing. It's an unforgettable escape into the heart of autumn.
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Discover a spooktacular Halloween celebration at Monsters at the Museum! This family-friendly event invites visitors to trick-or-treat through the Museum of East Tennessee History, exploring exhibits on local spooky history, Appalachian legends, and Halloween traditions. Enjoy hands-on crafts, games, story times, and a special scavenger hunt, all while dressed in your favorite costume.
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Join dog lovers for the 12th annual Howl-O-Ween Pooch Parade & Pet Expo at UT Gardens, Knoxville. This festive event features a judged costume parade with multiple categories, an expo showcasing local pet businesses and rescue groups, and a pet food drive for CAIT. Spectators can enjoy the parade and explore the various vendors.
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Experience a unique Halloween adventure at Cherokee Caverns with Trick or Treat in the Cave. Families can don their costumes and explore the illuminated cave path, collecting treats among stunning stalagmites and stalactites. Enjoy themed scenes, festive music, and photo opportunities, making it a memorable and comfortable outing for all ages.
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Discover a day of community fun at the Blaine Fall Festival and Benefit Car Show. This event offers something for everyone, from delicious biscuits and lunch sold by the local ball team to browsing unique cars and getting a head start on holiday shopping. Kids will love the giant bubble area and games, while adults can bid on items in the silent auction. It's a perfect way to celebrate the season with local flavor and entertainment.
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Get lost in the sprawling 8-acre corn maze at Maple Lane Farms, Tennessee's longest-running Fall Festival. This family-friendly event features hayrides to a pumpkin patch, sunflower fields, and a haunted attraction for an extra thrill. Enjoy seasonal decorations, food vendors, and a chance to experience a working farm.
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Get ready for a spellbinding night of community, costumes, and creepy fun at KCD! This family-friendly event features a 'Trunk-or-Treat' with decorated cars offering candy, delicious $5 homemade soups, and a spooky outdoor movie screening. Bring your blankets and Halloween spirit for a night filled with laughter and treats.
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Celebrate the vibrant harvest season at the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum's Fall Festival & Plant Sale. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere with live music, engaging hands-on crafts, classic lawn games, and delightful hay rides. Discover unique artisan wares and find the perfect trees, shrubs, and native plants for your autumn garden.
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Deep Well Farm invites visitors to embrace the autumn season with a sprawling pumpkin patch and an exciting corn maze. Families can wander through acres of fun, select the perfect pumpkin, and enjoy wagon rides. The farm also boasts a dedicated toddler play area and a chance to meet friendly farm animals, making it a perfect fall outing.
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Experience the magic of autumn at the 12th Annual Wears Valley Fall Festival, spanning sixteen acres of fall splendor. Discover over 240 crafters, enjoy live music, and engage in family-friendly activities. Savor delicious southern food while supporting Keep Sevier Beautiful's environmental mission amidst the stunning Smoky Mountains.
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Join Horse Haven of Tennessee for their seventh annual Fall Harvest Fest and Craft Fair. This family-friendly event features live music, a craft fair, silent auction, pony rides, a bounce house, pumpkin patch, games, and delicious food. All proceeds support the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of horses.
Knoxville Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
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Get ready for Knoxville's most frightfully fantastic Halloween pub crawl! Don costumes and gather your crew for a night of spirited fun across downtown. Enjoy exclusive drink and food specials, participate in engaging social media contests for awesome prizes, and explore a variety of unique bar atmospheres. Express check-in makes starting your adventure easy and flexible.
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Experience Knoxville's most authentic Oktoberfest celebration at Schulz Bräu Brewing. This three-week festival brings the spirit of Bavaria to life with German brews, lively polka music, and delicious Bavarian food. Participate in fun competitions like steinholding and running wieners, and enjoy the festive atmosphere in their German castle and Biergarten.
Knoxville Haunted Experiences
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Step into Knoxville's premier indoor haunted attraction, FrightWorks, for an unforgettable Halloween experience. Since 1999, they've delivered spine-chilling scares with movie-quality sets, immersive special effects, and award-winning performances. Prepare for a journey where nightmares come to life, offering a thrilling adventure for those seeking the ultimate fright.
Knoxville Other Halloween Activities
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Immerse yourself in the stunning autumn spectacle of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Witness the vibrant transformation of leaves as colors cascade down the mountainsides, creating a breathtaking natural canvas. Explore scenic drives and hiking trails that showcase the park's diverse tree species and unique misty atmosphere, offering an unforgettable fall experience.
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Dive into the ultimate celebration of all things spooky at CreepyCon, Knoxville's premier Halloween and horror convention. This 10th-anniversary event promises a weekend packed with celebrity meet-and-greets, jaw-dropping performances, and a vast array of vendors offering unique horror-themed merchandise. Explore interactive experiences, attend insightful panels, and showcase your best costumes.
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Prepare for a day of spine-chilling tales and immersive horror at Appalachian HorrorFest 2025. This expanded festival moves to the Conference Center at Holiday Inn – Cedar Bluff in Knoxville, TN, offering more space for storytelling, live music, and vendors. Experience terrifying tales passed down through generations in a family-friendly atmosphere, perfect for those who relish a good scare.
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Embark on a 'Wicked Cool Cats' scavenger hunt through downtown Knoxville, searching for nine hidden feline figures in storefront windows. Scan QR codes at each location to enter drawings for over $500 in gift cards to local businesses. This family-friendly adventure encourages exploration of the city's unique shops and eateries.
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Embark on a chilling journey through Gatlinburg's shadowy streets, uncovering tales of haunted hotels, local legends, and unsolved mysteries. This original ghost walk, voted the best in town, offers a captivating blend of history and spooky storytelling, perfect for an evening of intrigue.
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Discover fresh, local produce and artisanal goods at the Market Square Farmers Market. This producer-only market connects you directly with farmers and makers. Enjoy community programs like Nourish Moves for health and Nourish Kids for family fun, making every visit a vibrant experience.
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