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Buchanan Farms
Location: 2508 Broadway Rd, Sanford, NC 27332
Dates: Every Saturday in October
Hours: 6pm-10pm
Offers: Hayrides, Bounce Houses including an inflatable obstacle course, and food trucks
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
Gallberry Corn Maze
Location: 5991 Braxton Road, Hope Mills, NC 28348
Dates: September 19th - November 1st
Offers: Nearly 20 attractions including 6 acres of corn mazes, tube slides, barrel train rides, barn yard animals, pig races, etc.
You can buy your tickets online before you go!
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
Gross Farms
Location: 1606 Pickett Road, Sanford, NC 27332
Dates: September 26th - November 1st
Offers: corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, pedal cart track, giant pumpkin jump, and more, plus picnic areas and concession stands with homemade ice cream!
Tickets can be purchased online or onsite.
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
Hubbs Farm
Location: 10276 N. US-421 Hwy., Clinton, NC 28328
Dates: September 19th - November 7th
Offers: 15 Acre Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, Hayrides, Farm Animals, Wagon Rides, Triple-Barrel Giant Slides, Mini Zip line, and too much more to list here!
All tickets are sold ONLINE
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
Huckleberry Trail Farm
Location: 143 Pleasant Hill Church Road, Siler City, NC 27344
Dates: September 26th - October 25th
Offers: 4.5 acre corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayride, slingshotz, and
more. Click here for pricing, discounts, and more.
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
Location: 1515 Hwy. 211, Eagle Springs, NC 27242
Dates: September 26th - November 1st, Friday - Sunday: 10am-7pm
Offers: corn maze, jump pillow, play area, super slide, hayrides to pumpkin patch, corn jump, toddler play area
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
McLaurin Farms
Location: 5601 N Church Street, Greensboro, NC 27455
Dates: Saturdays & Sundays September 26th - October 31st
Offers: hayride, pumpkin picking, inflatables, adventure playground, inflatable
bounce zone, PLUS a truck-or-treat night!
Purchase your tickets HERE.
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
Millstone Creek Orchards
Location: 506 Parks Crossroads Church Road, Ramseur, NC 27316
The Ultimate Apple Pickin' Adventure - An adventure focused on U-PICK apples, apple education, & fall fun
CLICK HERE for more info.
Dates: Saturdays, Sundays, and Labor Day Monday in September
Pumpkins, Petals & Pasture Pals Adventure Featuring the Baby Highland
Cows - A fall adventure themed around upick pumpkins, flowers (as available)
and highland cows CLICK HERE for more info.
Dates: Saturdays & Sundays in October
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
Naylor Family Farm
Location: 6016 US 401 N, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
Dates: September 19th - November 1st
Offers: over 20 attractions including pumpkin patch, corn maze, petting zoo, hayrides, gem mining, kids play area, barrel train, pedal carts, apple cannons,
super mega ride-n-slide, life size pirate ship, and more
Pre-purchasing tickets is preferred. CLICK HERE
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
Phillips Farms
Location: 6800 Good Hope Church Road, Cary, NC 27519
Dates: Thursday-Sunday beginning September 19th
Offers: rides, acres of activities, gemstone mining, pint-sized pasture petting zoo, mini golf, food, and more fun for the whole family
Tickets available in-person only
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
Stas Farm
Location: 3333 Kimesville Road, Burlington, NC 27215
Dates: September 26th - November 1st
Offers: 1.8 acre Corn Maze, corn pit, petting area, mega slide, wagon train ride, corn cannon, and more
Tickets are available for pre purchase ONLINE
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
Tart's Mega Corn Maze
Location: 17345 US-421 S, Dunn, NC 28334
Dates: October 3rd - November 14th
Offers: 7.6-acre giant corn maze, slides, corn box, hay rides, the paint train, pumpkin patch, and more!
Tickets available online. CLICK HERE
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
White Hill Farms
Location: 5020 South Plank Road, Cameron
When: Open DAILY in October
Where: 5020 S Plank Road, Cameron
Offers: Pick your Own Pumpkins, Pick your own Sunflowers (when available), Corn Maze, Kids Play Park and Hay Rides (only on the weekends.)
Facebook Page: CLICK HERE
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Local Events
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We will add more events as they are announced.
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.
Southern Pines Autumnfest
When: Saturday, October 3rd, 9:00am-4:30pm
Location: Downtown Southern Pines Park
Head 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!
Fall Festival
When: Saturday, October 3rd, 10:00am-5:00pm & Sunday, October 4th, 10:00am-5:00pm (last admission at 4:45pm)
Location: 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, face painting and food trucks.
AppleFest
When: Sunday, October 4th, 1:00-5:00pm
Location: James Creek Cider House, Cameron
Join us for AppleFest, one of the celebrations nearest and dearest to our hearts. We’ll spend the afternoon celebrating apples, the stories of Southern heirloom varieties, the connection between orchard and glass, and everything we love about fall at James Creek. 🧘 Pilates & Pours | 1pm, 🛍️ Local Vendors | 1–5pm, 🎶 Chip Perry | 2–5pm,🍴Tanglewood Farm Food Truck | 1–6pm
Halloween Boo-tique
When: Tuesday, October 6th, 4:30-6:00pm
Location: Southern Pines Public Library
This is a free community costume shop featuring a wonderful selection of gently used Halloween costumes, accessories, and dress-up items for all ages. Stop by and find something fun for your Halloween celebration! All ages are welcome!
Pawtoberfest! - Oktoberfest with Paws
When: Sunday, October 11th, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Red's Corner, Southern Pines
Join us for all things PAWsitive to celebrate the fun season of Oktoberfest! We will be partnering with RADAR: to have a festive, fun afternoon with vendors, photo ops, a dog-friendly beer-drinking competition and of course, a dog costume competition! It is going to be a way to continue celebrating the season of Oktoberfest in a PAWfict way!
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.
Pumpkin Decorating Party
When: Friday, October 16th, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Location: My Gym Sandhills, Aberdeen
Kids ages 3-10 can enjoy an evening of pumpkin decorating, games, spooky stories, and pizza. Schedule your time slot and have a Boo-tiful evening alone!
Halloween Bash
When: Saturday, October 17th, 3:00pm-5:00pm
Location: Sandhills Gymnastics, Aberdeen
Kids will have a blast at this event complete with food trucks, games, fun in the gym, trunk-or treating, and more!
REGISTRATION is required.
Oktoberfest at James Creek
When: Saturday, October 17th, 4:00pm-8:00pm
Location: James Creek Cider House, Cameron
James Creek Cider House is celebrating Oktoberfest with German-inspired cider, traditional food, live music, and festive fall fun. Guests can enjoy German favorites from Schnitzelhouse NC, live music by David Brown, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink options. Come dressed in your best lederhosen, dirndl, or Bavarian-inspired outfit for a chance to win the Best Dressed competition!
Halloween Costume Party
When: Friday, October 23rd, 3:30-4:30pm
Location: Southern Pines Public Library
Kids and families are invited to stop by the library for a Halloween Costume Party! There will be music, dancing, and Halloween fun before Downtown's BooFest at 5pm.
Downtown Southern Pines Trick-or-Treating and Boofest
When: Friday, October 23rd, 5:00pm-5:30 (trick-or-treating), 7:00pm Boofest and Movie in the Park
Location: 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 music, food, Halloween games, crafts, and more. Stay afterwards for a movie under the stars! All children must be accompanied by a guardian.
Fall Makers Market
When: Saturday, October 24th, 10:00am-4:00pm
Location: Kalawi Farm, Eagle Springs
Explore handmade treasures, homemade food, fresh brewed coffee, lemonade, fall farm activities for the entire family, and of course - shopping and music!
Scarecrow Fest
When: Saturday, October 24th, 10:00am-2:00pm
Location: 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, cand
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!
Fall-O-Ween
When: Saturday, October 24th, 11:00am- 2:00pm
Location: Malcolm Blue Farm, Aberdeen
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.
Village of Pinehurst Oktoberfest
When: Saturday, October 24th, 4:00pm-6:00pm: Kinderfest I 6:00pm–9:00pm: Oktoberfest
Location: Tufts Memorial Park, Pinehurst
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.
Village Haunted Trail
When: Saturday, October 24th,, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Field behind the Fire Rescue Department, Hardee Lane, Whispering Pines
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. They will have Pita Perfect, The House of Odell & Luella, Wink and Nod, and Sweet Pines Funnel Cakes!
When: Saturday, October 24th, 5:00pm
Location: The Fair Barn, Pinehurst
Cocktails & Costumes is a Halloween-themed fundraiser benefiting the Task Force Dagger Special Operations Foundation, supporting wounded, ill, and injured U.S. Special Operations families. The evening will feature dinner, drinks, dancing, raffles, a silent auction, and a costume contest, with tickets priced at $125 per attendee and proceeds supporting TFDSOF programs and services. Click the red event title to purchase tickets.
When: Sunday, October 25th, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve
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 popcorn and candy.
When: Tuesday, October 27th, 5:30pm
Location: 128 Seaboard Street, Vass
Join the folks at the library for an evening of games and treats!
Outdoor Movie on the Village Green: Hocus Pocus
When: Friday, October 30th, 7:00pm
Location: James W Tufts Memorial Park. in the Village of Pinehurst
Settle in under the stars and enjoy a Halloween favorite in the heart of the Village. Admission is free, so bring your family and friends, your lawn chairs and blankets, and make a night of it!
The Haunted Forest at Sycamore Lodge
When: Saturdays, October 24th and 31st, 3:00pm-midnight
Location: Sycamore Lodge, 1059 Sycamore Lane, Jackson Springs
Get ready for a spooktacular night at the Haunted Forest! Enjoy trick-or-treating starting at 3 PM, a kids’ zone from 4 PM until dark (just $5!), and sensory-friendly time from 5–6 PM. Brave souls can explore the Haunted Forest from dark until midnight, along with creepy attractions like the Clown House, Doll House, Maze, Nightmare Phobia, Graveyard, and Wrong Turn! Come hungry! Food trucks will be on-site from 5 PM until midnight. With costumes, thrills, treats, and family fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Monster Mash Dash 5k and Fun Run
When: Saturday, October 31st, 8:30am
Location: Cannon Park, Pinehurst
Come out for a spooktacular course through the beautiful Village of Pinehurst on October 31! This family friendly event is a great way to start your celebration and support Special Olympics Moore County as you run, walk, or roll your way to the finish line. Costumes are encouraged and all ages are welcome. Participants will receive a custom race shirt and a post-race treat bag.
Seven Lakes Fire & Rescue Open House
When: Saturday, October 31st, 1:00pm-4:00pm
Location: 718 Seven Lakes Drive, West End
Come join us for our Annual Open House where you meet your local firefighters, ride and climb on the fire trucks and see all the equipment. Enjoy some free food, entertainment and fire safety tips. We will also be handling out candy during trick or treating Halloween night. Come dressed up in your costumes to show off!
When: Saturday, October 31st, 1:00pm-8:00pm
Location: James Creek Cider House, Cameron
Halloween is coming to the orchard! Join us at James Creek Cider House on Saturday, October 31 for a full day of family-friendly Halloween fun, ending with our Trunk or Treat from 6–8pm! Skip the neighborhood shuffle and bring the whole family to James Creek for an easy, fun way to celebrate Halloween. We’ll have activities for the kids, plenty for the adults, live music, food, and a few spooky surprises waiting around the orchard. 👻
Halloween Party & Costume Contest
When: Saturday, October 31st, 6:00pm-1:00am
Location: Bell Tree Tavern, 155 NE Broad Street, Southern Pines
Get ready for a night of fright, fun, and music with 2 South Band! Come dressed to impress because the best costume of the night takes home a $100 gift card! The winner will be announced at 11 PM, so make sure you're there for the big reveal.
When: Saturday, October 31st, 7:00pm
Location: Railhouse Brewery, 105 E South Street, Aberdeen
Join us for a spooktacular Halloween night! We've got good food, great beer, live music with The Blewett Bank, and a costume contest! Kid's Costume Contest at 7pm, Adult's Costume Contest at 9:45pm Best Couple's and Individual Costume Awards given!
1st Place- 75 cash, 2nd Place- 30 Railhouse gift card
When: Friday & Saturday, October 30th & 31st, 7:30-10:30pm
Location: 1901 Lounge inside the Jefferson Inn, 150 W New Hampshire Avenue, Southern Pines
Friday - Wear your costumes and dance to EDM from DJ's Brandon Cox, Logan King, and Van Horton
Saturday - DJ's Brandon Cox, Van Horton, and Christian (DJ Iboga) will be spinning the tunes again. Enjoy drink specials, a special menu, and a costume contest for $100! Winner announced at 10pm
Sinners & Saints Halloween Bash
When: Saturday, October 31st, 9:00pm-12:00am
Location: Seaboard Freight, 305 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines
Inspired by the movie Sinners. A juke joint, a speakeasy, and a night they won’t forget. ’40s vampires, good souls, craft cocktails, and a room made for after dark. Costume contest: $200 for first, $100 for second: judged at 11PM. Dress the part.
When: Saturday, October 31st, 8:30pm-11:30pm
Location: 40 Chinquapin Road, Pinehurst
Celebrate Halloween in style by joining our costume contest, with 1st, 2nd & 3rd place receiving a D&Q gift card! Casey Shuck will be providing the entertainment while you enjoy dinner and sip on one of our spooky cocktails.
Trunk/Trick or Treats!
CLICK EACH EVENT TITLE for more information.
We will add more events as they are announced.
Downtown Aberdeen Candy Crawl
When: Friday October 16th, 4:00pm-6:00pm
(See above section for details.)
First Baptist Church of Pinehurst
When: Sunday, October 25th, 4:00pm-6:00pm
Location: 7373 NC-211, West End
Come dressed in your Halloween costumes and get ready for a night of trunk or treating and family fun!
Town of Robbins
When: Friday, October 23rd, 6:00-8:00pm
Location: North Broad Street
Come out and trunk-or-treat in Robbins. Line up on Middleton Street. There will also be food trucks at Robbins Food Park.
Crains Creek Fire-Rescue
When: Saturday, October 24th, 7:00-9:00pm
Location: 4525 Lobelia Rd, Vass
This trunk-or-treat is just part of an all-day event at the fire house that includes a car show, DJ, BBQ and much more. For more details, check out their listing on our event calendar or click the link above in the title.
Seven Lakes Baptist Church
When: Sunday, October 25th, 6:00-7:30pm
Location: 1015 Seven Lakes Dr, West End
Children of all ages are welcome! Bring the family and come enjoy an evening filled with candy, fun, and great fellowship with others in our community.
Town of Cameron
When: Friday, October 30th, 5:00pm-6:30pm
Location: Town Hall, 247 Carter Street, Cameron
Join the town for a fun night of trunk-or-treating! Want to participate? If you would like to set up a trunk or donate candy, please contact Town Hall, 910-245-3212 or cameronnc@townofcameron.com.
Cameron Presbyterian Church
When: Friday, October 30th, 5:00pm-7:00pm
Location: 600 Carthage Street, Cameron
Trunk-or-Treating, games, and fun for all!
Hillcrest Park
When: Friday, October 30th, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: 155 Hillcrest Park Lane, Carthage
This Spooktacular event put on by the Moore County Sheriff's Department and other local departments is at a new location this year. The Bookmobile will be on site too!
Peak Resources Halloween Carnival
When: Friday, October 30th, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: 801 Pinehurst Avenue, Carthage
Get ready for a night of trunk-or-treating, games, face painting, treats, and good times!
Made & Found Shop
When: Saturday, October 31st, 12:00pm-4:00pm
Location: 206 N. Sandhills Blvd, Aberdeen
Get excited for a fun-filled afternoon of trick-or-treating, face painting, activity stations, and more! Come dressed in your favorite costume and receive 10% off your purchase!
The Village Chapel
When: Saturday, October 31st, 5:00pm
Location: 10 Azalea Road, Pinehurst
Head to the back parking lot of the church for this fun, community-wide event!
Cypress Pointe Fire and Rescue
When: Saturday, October 31st, 5:30-8:00pm
Location: 131 S Alma Street, Vass
Bring out the whole family for a fun-filled evening of Halloween festivities including a Trunk or Treat with plenty of candy, FREE hotdogs, hayrides, games for the whole
family, and fire trucks!
Maison Realty Group
When: Saturday, October 31st, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: 120 N Ashe Street, Southern Pines
The office will be decked out in skeletons, cobwebs, pumpkins, and all things spooky! Come say BOO!, grab some candy and popcorn, and enjoy a little Halloween fun with your hometown real estate & property management team. Costumes encouraged!
Trunk or Treat at James Creek
When: Saturday, October 31st, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: 120James Creek Cider House, Cameron
Skip the neighborhood shuffle and let the kids make their way through our lineup of decorated trunks, collecting plenty of treats along the way!
If you know of any events that are not listed,
please email moorechoicesnc@gmail.com.