Sandhills Scarecrow Stroll
When:  October 2nd - November 1st, 8:00am-5:00pm
Location:  Sandhills Horticultural Gardens, 3245 Airport Rd, Pinehurst
Celebrate the fall season by strolling through the Sandhills Horticultural Gardens’ creative scarecrow collection. In continued celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States, this year’s scarecrows will be patriotically themed as characters from the American Revolutionary Era. This event is free.
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Southern Pines Autumnfest
When:  October 3rd, 9:00am-4:30pm
Location:  Downtown Southern Pines ParkHead to Downtown Southern Pines for the 48th Annual Autumnfest. There will be lots of vendors, live music & entertainment, the annual 5k, youth sprint races, and fair food galore!  

Outdoor Movie in Vass
When:  Sunday, October 4th, 7:00-9:00pm
Where:  3600 US HWY 1N
Bring a blanket, chair, and spooky attitude to a showing of Hocus Pocus!  This is a free showing for your family to enjoy. 

Spooktacular Lights* - not doing this or Holly Jolly lights for 2026
When:  Nightly during October, 6:30pm- 10:00pm
Where:  135 Fox Run Rd, Pinehurst 
Load up the family in the car and enjoy Spooktacular Lights, brought to you by the same family who puts on Holly Jolly Lights at Christmas time.  Tune your radio to98.9 and enjoy the lights & music from the comfort of your car.  It's fun and free!

Trains & Treats? 
Oktoberfest at Red's or is this combined with Paw toberfest this year?
When:  October 11th, 11:00am  
Where:  Red's Corner, Southern Pines
Put on your best lederhosen and enjoy German food trucks, fun Oktoberfest activities, and some fantastic festive beers on tap!

14th Annual Oktoberfest Celebration
When:  October 11th, 11:00am until...
Where:  Railhouse Brewery, 105 E South Street, Aberdeen
Enjoy brats, food, music, and all the traditional Oktoberfest games! DJ at 1pm and The Simpletones will play live at 7pm. Sign up for games starts at noon and the contests start at 2pm. Games include:  Masskrugstemmen Stein/ Mug-Holding Contest,  Stein/ Mug Carrying Race ,  Pretzel Eating Contest,  and Hammerschlagen Nail-Driving Feats of Skill. 
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Downtown Candy Crawl & Movie by the Lake
When:  Friday, October 16th, 4:00pm-6:00pm -Trick-or-Treating, 7:00pm - Movie
Location:  Downtown Aberdeen
Explore participating downtown businesses from for delicious treats and special surprises. This sweet event is perfect for families, friends, and anyone who loves a good candy haul! After, head over to Aberdeen Lake Park for the 7pm showing of "Minions 3" at 7pm.

Oktoberfest at James Creek*
When:  October 17th, 4:00pm-8:00pm  
Where:  James Creek Cider House, Cameron
Celebrate Oktoberfest at the Cider House! There will be lots of cider, beer, German food from Harmon's Deutsche Kuche, games, and fun for all ages! Don't forget your lederhosen or dirndl for the Best Dressed award!

Halloween Bash*
When:  Saturday, October 18th, 3:00pm-6:00 pm
Where:  Sandhills Gymnastics, 220 Ampersand Dr, Aberdeen
Enjoy an afternoon of gym activities, food trucks, and a candy filled trunk-or-treat!

Downtown Southern Pines Trick-or-Treating and Boofest* 
When:  Friday, October 24th, 5:00pm-7:30pm
Where:  Downtown Southern Pines
Ages 12 and under are invited to trick-or-treat at the local downtown businesses in Southern Pines at 5pm, then head to Downtown Park at 5:30pm for Halloween-themed games, crafts, activities, the best dog costume raffle, and magic show from 7-7:30pm.  All children must be accompanied by a guardian.

Frights & Pints: Smile*
When:  October 24th, 5:30pm
Where:  Aberdeen Lake Park
Adults can enjoy Frights & Pints movie night with yard games and brews. Good for a date night out or a night away from the kiddos. Yard games, beer, and concessions will be out before the movie begins. Don’t forget your lawn chairs or blankets! Rain date will be the same time, the following day.

Pumpkin Decorating Party*
When:  Friday, October 24th, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Where:  My Gym Sandhills, 1343 N Sandhills Blvd, Aberdeen 
Kids ages 3-10 can enjoy an evening of games, spooky stories, pizza, and decorating pumpkins. Make sure to schedule your kiddo's time slot so you and your boo can have a night out! 

Scarecrow Fest
When:  Saturday, October 25th, 10:00am-3:00pm
Where: Sandhills Horticultural Gardens, 3245 Airport Road, Pinehurst
Get into the Halloween spirit at the Scarecrow Fest (as part of the Sandhills Scarecrow Stroll) with a fun day of costumes, candy, and local vendors! Meet the scarecrow creators who will be handing out treats, check out their creations, shop local native plants and crafts, and enjoy a few delicious food trucks too. This festive community event is FREE for everyone!

Autumn Market at Kalawi Farm*
When:  Saturday, October 25th, 10:00am-3:00pm
Where:  1515 NC Hwy 211, Eagle Springs
It's going to be a fun day on the farm with food, music, local artists and vendors, PLUS lots of Farm Fall Activities!   
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Fall Festival
When:  Saturday, October 25th, 10:00am-5:00pm 
                  Sunday, October 26th,  10:00am-5:00pm
Where:  Aloha Safari Park, 159 Mini Lane, Cameron
You're in for an added treat with your admission to the zoo! Enjoy fall festivities such as pumpkin painting, trick or treating, bounce house, food trucks, and more.

Fall-O-Ween
When:  Saturday, October 24th, 11:00am- 2:00pm
Where:  Malcolm Blue Farm
Grab the kiddos and head down to Malcolm Blue Farm for fun carnival games, inflatables, pony rides, a climbing wall, and more! There will be food trucks and treat vendors on site. Costumes are encouraged. This event is for children ages 15 and under. Admission: $5 for ages 2-15, all others free.

Seven Lakes Fire & Rescue Open House*
When:  Saturday, October 25th, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Where:  718 Seven Lakes Drive, West End
Come meet your local firefighters, ride in a fire truck, bounce in the bounce house, eat lunch, and show off your Halloween costume!
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Taylortown October Fest*
When:  Saturday, October 25th, 2:00pm-5:00pm
Where:  203 Taylor Ave, West End
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Taylortown October Fest + Trunk or Treat - enjoy games, food, and trunk-or-treating with the whole family!

The Bewitching Bazaar*
When:  Saturday, October 25th, 2:00-6:00pm
Where:  Made & Found, 206 N Sandhills Boulevard, Aberdeen
 This spooktacular artisan market is brewing with handmade magic, eerie treasures, and wickedly good deals. Family fun will include free face painting, trick-or-treating, and a costume contest at 5pm.

Village of Pinehurst Oktoberfest
When:  Saturday, October 24th, 4:00pm-6:00pm: Kinderfest I 6:00pm–9:00pm: Oktoberfest
Location:  Tufts Memorial Park, Village of Pinehurst
Oktoberfest returns to Tufts Memorial Park! The evening kicks off with Kinderfest, a fun festival for children and families with music, crafts, a bubble artist and Halloween fun. Following Kinderfest, join traditional Oktoberfest activities featuring German music. Food and beverages will be available to purchase throughout the day. Picnic baskets are allowed, however, outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted.

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Village Halloween Event*
When:  Saturday, October 25th,  5:30pm - 8:30pm
Where:  Field behind the Fire Rescue Department, Hardee Lane
Dress up and come see what the Village scared up for you…For the faint of heart, feel free to come by between 5:30pm and 6:30pm for a Family Friendly Trail experience or brave the scary trail from 6:30-8:30pm.  
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WMF Trick and Treat Trail Ride
When:  Sunday, October 26th, 9:00am-4:00pm
Where:  Lyell's Meadow, 225 Mile Away Lane, Southern Pines
Dig out your horse paint and monster masks and join us for a Trick-and-Treat Trail Ride through The Walthour-Moss Foundation. Gallop like a ghoul, trot along like Ichabod Crane, or walk and wander. There will be no time limit. Costumes are optional. Entry fee: $30 per adult and $20 per child through October 21. Registration accepted day of $40 per adult and $25 per child.

Pawtoberfest at Red's
When:  Sunday, October 26th, 1:00pm
Where:  Red's Corner, Southern Pines
Put on your best lederhosen and enjoy Oktoberfest fun with your 4 legged friends!
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Trick-or -Treat Trail
When:  Sunday, October 25th, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Where:  Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserves
Bring the family out in costume and learn about the "not-so-spooky" things of Weymouth Woods on their 1/2 mile decorated trail. This free event includes free popcorn and candy. 

Spooky Stories with the Carthage Museum*
When:  Sunday, October 26th, 2:00pm-5:00pm
Where:  Carthage Historical Committee & Museum
Join the Carthage Museum for an afternoon of spooky (and not-so-spooky) stories. They'll be in costume and they hope you will be, too! Challenge yourself to see if you can find all of the ghosts they have hidden.

Fall Community Block Party
When:  Sunday, October 26th, 4:30pm
Where:  New Covenant Fellowship Church, 1305 Hulsey Road, Carthage
You are invited to an evening of fun, food, and community fellowship! Please bring a canned food donation for the Carthage Food Pantry and enjoy an evening of games, bounce houses, food, music, a cash-prize Chili Cook-off, raffles, and more.  Interested in entering the Chili cook-off? Click here. 

Halloween Spook-tacular!*
When:  Monday, October 27th, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Where:  Moore County Library, Carthage
Head to the library for fun, face painting, and the spooky stylings of magician Dana Hill!

Halloween on the Road with STAR 102.5FM*
When:  Friday, October 31st, 7:00am-10:00am 
Where:  IHOP, 200 Short Street, Aberdeen
Start your Halloween morning with The Morning Rush - Star 102.5FM with Bryn West & Sarah Bloom! It’s their Halloween Costume Contest, and YOU’RE invited to join the fun! Stop by for breakfast. Enjoy FREE coffee. Show off your costume, win awesome PRIZES. Come for the pancakes, stay for the fun!

Halloween Dance Party*
When:  Friday, October 31st, 11:00am-11:30am and 3:00pm-3:30pm
Where:  Southern Pines Public Library
Put your Halloween costume on and get the wiggles out at this fun dance party!

Halloween Barn Bash and Trunk or Treat*
When: Friday, October 31st, 4:00pm-12:00am
Where: The Fair Barn, Pinehurst
Enjoy Halloween festivities with a purpose! This family-friendly event includes hands on STEM + Arts exhibits, parachute demonstrations, food, drinks, and entertainment. Proceeds from this event support Children of Fallen Heroes. Click HERE to purchase your tickets.

Spooky Halloween Costume Party
When:  Friday, October 31st, 7:00pm 
Where:  Railhouse Brewery, 105 E South St, Aberdeen
It’s time to get spooky! Get ready for a night full of costumes, live music, and Halloween fun. Prizes for best couple, women, men, and kids costumes. The Grey Abbey Band starts playing at 7pm. Costumes encouraged, tricks allowed, and treats guaranteed.  

Haunted House Dance Party*
When: Friday, October 31st, 8:00pm-10:00pm
Where:  Carolina DanceWorks, 716 SW Broad St. Southern Pines
Enjoy a spooky night on the dancefloor at Carolina DanceWorks! Dress to impress and enter the costume contest, there will be a wine bar, and Miss Debbie's devilish delicacies to enjoy.  Adults: $25.00, Kids: $15.00. RSVP at: 910.725.1846

3rd Annual Fall Fest *
When:  Saturday, November 1st, 10:00am-4:00 pm
Where:  Nomad Jax and Gulley's Garden Center, 455 SE Broad StreetEnjoy a day of family fun with something for everyone! You'll find a petting zoo, local vendors, live music, locally brewed beer, face painting, craft, a scavenger hunt, and more!