Haunted Foodie Tours
When:  Wednesdays-Sundays in September and October
Where:  Various stops in Aberdeen and Southern Pines
Get in the Halloween sprit with a fun, food-filled walking tour! You'll visit various popular eateries for food and beverages, and local lore. Choose from the Haunted Foodie Tour , the Black Cats Curse Mystery Tour ,  and more! 
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Oktoberfest at Hatchet Brewing Co.
When:  Saturday, September 21st, 12:00pm-8:00pm
Where:  490 SW Broad Street, Southern Pines
Get ready to raise your steins and celebrate at Hatchet Brewing’s Oktoberfest! They're serving up the best brews with live tunes, featuring The Little German Band and food trucks. It’s the ultimate fest—beer, bites, and good vibes await! Don your lederhosen and bring your friends!

Oktoberfest Celebration at the Growler
When:  Sept. 21st & 28th, Oct. 5th, 11:00am-10:00pm
Where:  Southern Pines Growler Co., 160 W New York Avenue
Come enjoy 5 German Biers on tap, American Fest Biers, food trucks serving brats, pretzels, and test your strength in a Stein holding contest. Prost!

Southern Pines Autumnfest
When:  October 5th, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Where:  Downtown Park, Southern Pines
Head to Downtown Southern Pines for the 45th Annual Autumnfest. There will be
lots of vendors, live music & entertainment, the annual 5k, youth sprint races, and
fair food galore!  

Halloween Rave
When:  Saturday, October 5th,  9:00pm-2:00am
Where:  Rec Room, 750 SW Broad Street, Southern Pines
Adults are invited to Rec Room for a Halloween Rave complete with 3 DJ's,
costume party, and contests. Halloween drink specials will also be available. 

Father Vincent Capodanno H.S. Octoberfest
When:  Saturday, October 5th, 4:00pm-8:00 pm
Where:  4364 US HWY 1, Vass
Your family will love this outdoor event complete with games, bounce house, food, and more!  Tickets are available HERE for a dinner plate that includes brats, sauerkraut, potato salad, roll, and bottled water.  You can also sign up for a 2-person corn hole tournament!

Spooktacular Lights
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!

Farley Family Lights
When:  Saturdays, October 5th-26th AND Thursday, October 31st , 7:30pm- 9:30pm
Where:  95 Farley Rd, Cameron
With more than 6,000 synchronized lights and special effects this has been described as not just a light show, but an experience! Tune your radio to 92.7 and enjoy the lights from the comfort of your car, or venture out for a closer look and enjoy the show over the PA system. This is a free event. (There is NO light show if there is rain or other inclement weather.)

Fall Festival
When:  Sunday, October 6th, 11:30pm-2:00pm
Where:  Community Presbyterian Church, 125 Everette Road, Pinehurst 
You are invited to the Fall Festival at Community Presbyterian to enjoy an afternoon of arts and crafts, live music, outdoor games, a bounce house, a chili cook-off and more!

Harvest Festival
When:  Sunday, October 6th,  1:00pm-4:00pm
Where:  West End UMC, 4015 Hwy 73, West End
You are invited to the Harvest Festival at West End UMC, to enjoy an afternoon of Food Demos, Bounce House,  Live Music, Garden Tours, and a free food box giveaway (while supplies last).

Oktoberfest at Red's
When:  October 12th, 11:00am - 8:00pm
Where:  Red's Corner, Southern Pines
Put on your best lederhosen and enjoy beer specials, Signature Pint Glasses, and German food from Pinewurst food truck at the Octoberfest celebration at Red's Corner. Costume contest at 1pm and stein holding contest at 4pm.  

Oktoberfest Celebration
When:  October 12th, 12:00pm
Where:  Railhouse Brewery, 105 E South Street, Aberdeen
Enjoy brats, food, music, and all the traditional Oktoberfest games! The Fayetteville Bavarian Brass Band will be playing live from 2-5pm. 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. 

Fall Carnival at Dunrovin
When:   October 12th & 13th, 12:00pm-7:00pm
Where:  5456 US 1, Vass 
Kids will love the the Fall Carnival at Dunrovin Exotic Animal Sanctuary! Enjoy games, animal encounters, and more!  Entry to the Sanctuary is free, games and events will require tickets.  All proceeds will support the care of the many furry friends at Dunrovin. 

The Haunted Forest at Sycamore Lodge
When:  Saturdays - October 12th, 19th,  26th, 7:00pm-11:00pm
Where:  1059 Sycamore Lane, Jackson Springs
This fun event for the whole family will take you on a walk through the forest at Sycamore Lodge. Haunted houses, cemeteries, and other fun things will be found along the way! Entry is $10 per person and proceeds benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Pawtoberfest 
When:  Sunday,October 13th, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Where:  Red's Corner, Southern Pines
Head to Red's for an event with Caring Hearts for Canine's and Lending Paws a Hand!  Red's will have Oktoberfest beers on tap, PINEWURST food truck will be there serving up all and everything you could hope for in German food! They will also have a pup "beer" drinking contest and a costume contest for pets and humans! 

Fall Fest
When:  Sunday, October 13th,  3:30pm - 5:30pm
Where:  Pinehurst UMC, 4111 Airport Road, Pinehurst
Come join the fun with a bounce house, pumkpin decorating, face painting, and more!

Pumpkin Decorating Party
When:  Friday, October 18th, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Where:  My Gym Sandhills, 262A Pinehurst Avenue, Southern Pines
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! 

Downtown Candy Crawl & Movie by the Lake
When:  Friday, October 18th, 4:00pm-6:00 pm
Where:  Downtown Aberdeen
Explore participating downtown businesses from 4-6pm 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 "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire."

Downtown Southern Pines Trick-or-Treating and Boofest
When:  Friday, October 18th, 5:00pm-6:45pm
Where:  Downtown Southern Pines
Ages 12 and under are invited to trick-or-treat at the local downtown businesses in Southern Pines at 5 pm, then head to Downtown Park at 5:30 pm for Halloween-themed games, crafts, activities, and the best dog costume raffle.  All children must be accompanied by a guardian.

Fall Festival
When:  Saturdays, October 19th & 26th, 10:00am-5:00pm                 
                  Sundays, October 20th & 27th,  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 decorating, trick or treating, bounce house, food trucks, and face painting.

Autumn Market at Kalawi Farm
When:  Saturday, October 19th, 10:00am-2:00pm
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!   

Fall Festival
When:  Saturday, October 19th, 11:00am-4pm
Where:  1195 Linden Rd, Aberdeen
Come out for food and fun at Deep Creek Baptist Church. There will be games, face painting, live music, and former Red Sox player Bernie Carbo will be sharing his testimony.

Fall Fest and Open House
When:  Saturday, October 19th, 2:00pm-4:00 pm
Where:  444 Mill Creek Road, Carthage
Guidon Pediatric Therapy invites you and your little to enjoy an afternoon at their new location! There will be trick-or-treating, face paining, bounce houses, sensory activities, and more!

Seven Lakes Fire & Rescue Ghostly Gears
When:  Sunday, October 20th, 2:00pm
Where:  718 Seven Lakes Drive, West End
Come meet your local firefighters and trunk-or-treat while dad checks out the car show! 

Harvest Fest at James Creek Cider House
When:  Sunday, October 20th, 4:30pm-6:30pm
Where:  172 US Hwy 1, Cameron
Enjoy a farm to fork adventure pairing local chefs with local farms. Enjoy six tasting stations featuring savory and sweet delights. Sip on award-winning local cider. Tour the orchards. Listen to jazz from the Fayetteville Symphony Jazz Trio. Tickets support local programs like 4-H and the Master Gardeners. Click HERE for tickets a full line-up of chefs.

Halloween Boo Bash*
When:  Friday, October 25th, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where:  Train House, 482 A  East Connecticut Avenue, Southern Pines
Dress up in your Halloween costume and spend the evening playing games, crafting, and making new friends. (Parents-- enjoy the night out!) For ages 4-13. Registration is required. 
 
Halloween Costume Party
When:  Friday, October 25th, 8:00pm-12:00am
Where:  Time Out Sports Grill, 1005 Monroe St, Carthage
Dress up in your Halloween costume and enjoy a DJ/Karaoke, festive drink specials,  costume contest, dancing, photo props, and more.  21 and over after 9pm. 

Fall Festival Halloween Horse Camp
When:  Saturday, October 26th
Where:  Refugio Farm Equestrian Center, 896 Yadkin Road, Southern Pines
Horse riding , pumpkin painting, activities , haunted barn and more ! Message them to sign up and for more Details!!

Fall-O-Ween
When:  Saturday, October 26th, 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/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.

Fall Festival
When:  Saturday October 26th, 12:00pm-5:00pm
Where:  Old Hardware Vintage Depot & Dewberry Cafe, 485 Carthage St, Cameron
Get in the mood for Halloween with trunk or treat from 3-5 pm, pumpkin carving, costume contest, face painting, hayride, and live music.

Fall Festival
When:  Saturday October 26th, 4:00pm-7:00pm
Where:  Faith Baptist Church, 2180 Carthage Rd, West End
Join Faith Baptist Church for their annual fall festival! Wear your costume for the truck-or-treat and costume contest. There will be face painting, bouncy houses, cake walk, free hot dog dinner, and more!

Harley-ween
When:  Saturday, October 26th, 12:00pm-3:00pm
Where: Cox's Double Eagle Harley-Davidson,  7540 NC Hwy. 15/501 S, Pinehurst
Bring the kiddos out for trick-or-treating, snacks, and witches brew! All adult trick-or-treaters in costumes, will receive a raffle ticket for entry into winning a FREE tattoo.

Halloween Market Fun 
When:  Saturday, October 26th , 10:00am-6:00pm
Where:  Vass Farmers Market, Sandy Ramey Keith Memorial Park
In addition to vendors, crafts, and food trucks, the market will be have pumpkin carving, face painting, and other special events. 

Festival D'Avion
When: Saturday, October 26th, 10:00am-4:00pm 
Where:  Moore County Airport, 7825 Aviation Dr, Carthage
The Festival D’Avion offers a unique collection of special events/activities, displays/exhibits, entertainment and food and beverage options for the entire family to enjoy. Enjoy a classic car show, aircraft tours, skydiving, the Army Gold Knights Jump Team, 5k, concert, and more.  Click HERE for a full schedule of events.

Roland & Ann Smith Fall Festival 
When:  Saturday, October 26th , 2:00pm-5:00pm
Where:  132 Atlantic Road, Robbins
Bring your family & friends and enjoy a FREE community Fall Festival.
There will be  Games, Costume Contests, Inflatables, Food, Fun and,
of course, CANDY!!

Fall Festival
When:  Saturday, October 26th,  4:00pm - 7:00pm
Where:  Faith Baptist Church
Enjoy a child-friendly costume contest, cake walk, chili contest, trunk or treat, hot dog dinner and more!

Village of Pinehurst Oktoberfest
When:  Saturday, October 26th, 4:00pm-9:00pm
Where:  Tufts Memorial Park, Village of Pinehurst 
Kick off a fun afternoon with Kinderfest from 4:00pm-6:00pm. This will feature a fun family festival with crafts and a Halloween costume show-off. NEW this year-- participating shops in the Village will offer trick-or treating during Kinderfest! Traditional Oktoberfest activities will follow with German music for all to enjoy. Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the day. Outside beverages are not permitted; however, outside picnic baskets are allowed. 

Fall Festival
When:  Saturday, October 26th,  5:00pm - 7:00pm
Where:  Emmanuel Baptist Church, 632 McCrimmon Rd, Carthage
Enjoy a child-friendly games, holiday activities, food, and a chance to collect lots of goodies. 

Meet and Treat
When:  Saturday, October 26th, 5:00-9:00pm
Where:  Twigg & Co., 206 N Sandhills Boulevard, Aberdeen 
Kids and adults are invited to wear your costumes for this fun shopping event.  Your favorite vendors will be handing out goodies, and there will be Live Music, an Outdoor Market, Drink Specials, and One Night Only Sales! They will also have a costume contest with $100 going to the adult with the best costume and a special treat basket for the kids costume winner.  

Village Halloween Event
When:  Saturday, October 26th,  5:00pm - 8:30pm
Where:  Whispering Pines Activity Field, 10 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. There will also be pumpkin carving, games, and food trucks. 

Outdoor Movie in Cameron
When:  Saturday, October 26th, 7:00-9:00pm
Where:  Lot by the Cameron Post Office
Bring a blanket, chair, and spooky attitude to a showing of Hocus Pocus!  This is a free showing for your family to enjoy. 

Locals Only Halloween Party
When:  Saturday, October 26th,  7:00pm-11:00pm
Where:  The Jefferson Inn,  150 W New Hampshire Avenue, Southern Pines
Get ready for the spirit of Halloween  at this Locals Only Adult Halloween Bash. Be sure your costume is on point--the costume contest is at 10:30pm. 

Halloween Costume Party for Adults
When:  Saturday, October 26th,  9:00pm-1:00am
Where:  Rec Room Southern Pines
Rec Room is hosting this adult only Halloween party with live DJ, costume contest, and fall cocktail specials.

Halloween at Dunrovin
When:   Sunday, October 27thth, 12:00pm-4:00pm
Where:  5456 US 1, Vass 
Kids will love the chance to pet, hold, and learn about some of the creepy critters at Dunrovin.  Click here for tickets. 

Spooky Stories with the Carthage Museum
When:  Sunday, October 27th, 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 27th, 5:00pm-7:00pm
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 Party- A Night of Frights & Insights
When:  Thursday, October 31st, 5:00pm-8:00pm
Where:  Maison Realty Group, 120 N Ashe Street
Come hang out at Maison Realty Group for a FUN Networking Halloween Party and Trick-or-Treat event. There will lots of goodies and candy for the kiddos, and wine for adults. Dress your best for the costume contest for a chance to win tons of different prizes, learn about the current home market, and meet new friends (even if you have no interest in real estate, come for the good time)! RSVP is requested. 

Howl-O-Ween 2k Fun Walk
When:  Saturday, November 2nd,  10:00am
Where:  Moore Equine Feed & Pet Supply, 1012 N May Street, Southern Pines
Grab your four-legged friend and be ready for a spooktacular day of fun! Walk starts at 10am, costume parade and contest is at 10:30am. Stick around for games and party favors for the pups.

Fall Festival
When:  Saturday, November 2nd,  3:00pm - 6:00pm
Where:  New Home Baptist Church, 1000 Lobelia Road, Vass
Enjoy a fun day for the family with food, games, inflatable, hay rides, face painting, and more!