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Friday, October 10, 2025
Spooky Spartanburg Ghost Tour
Oct 10 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
One Morgan Square

Explore the haunted heart of Spartanburg on a spine-tingling walking tour led by psychic medium and paranormal magician Isaak Ivey. You explore local landmarks and hear stories from Magnolia Cemetery, Converse College, Morgan Square, and other Spartanburg landmarks. A member of Truth Searchers: Paranormal Investigators, Isaak combines chilling history, local legends, and paranormal storytelling to bring Spartanburg’s eerie past to life. From restless spirits and forgotten tragedies to mysterious landmarks that still whisper their secrets, this ghost tour is perfect for locals, visitors, history buffs, and paranormal enthusiasts alike.

-Guided by psychic medium, paranormal magician, and investigator Isaak Ivey

-Step into downtown Spartanburg’s haunted history and legendary ghost stories

-Experience chilling tales and supernatural lore brought vividly to life

-A night of magic, history, and entertainment

Sunday, October 12, 2025
44th Annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes
Oct 12 all-day
Western North Carolina

The 44th annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes, happening October 11-12 and 18-19, is a free, self-guided tour of new and remodeled homes by top builders throughout Asheville, Hendersonville, Black Mountain, Fairview, and beyond. Visitors can explore a wide variety of homes in person or take advantage of virtual tours. Whether you’re dreaming, designing, or actively building, the Parade offers inspiration at every price point. Sponsored by the Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains. For more information, visit wncparadeofhomes.com.

Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k
Oct 12 @ 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Jackson Park

The Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k presented by Hunter Subaru is an exhilarating fall event that beckons both seasoned athletes and recreational runners alike. Nestled within the charm and beauty of Hendersonville, North Carolina, this race offers participants a unique opportunity to challenge their limits while immersing themselves in the splendor of the autumn season. Whether conquering the half marathon’s 13.1-mile stretch or embracing the spirited atmosphere of the 8k, participants love supportive community vibe, scenic course, and post-race festivities, including the Black Bear Fall Market!

Thursday, October 16, 2025
2025 Moonlight Movies: Clue
Oct 16 all-day
Falls Park

Come early to grab a good seat and play trivia with us before the show. Movies begin at sundown. A local food truck as well as Poppington’s Popcorn will be on site. Feel free to bring your own picnic and enjoy a cozy night under the stars!

Moonlight Movies takes place at the bottom of Falls Park. Follow the path from Main Street (531 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601).

Wristbands must be purchased on site for $1 if you plan on bringing alcohol.

As an important reminder for all, please leave all pets at home, do not bring glass cups or bottles and no smoking on-site.

Please visit the City of Greenville website for additional information and up-to-date cancellation notices.

Oct. 16 – Clue

Oct. 23 – Golden Eye

Oct. 30 – Double feature: Monster House and Poltergeis

Saturday, October 18, 2025
TreeTops 8.5 Mile Trail Race
Oct 18 @ 9:00 am
DuPont State Forest

Join us Saturday, October 18, 2025 for the 3rd Annual TreeTops 8.5 Mile Trail Race in DuPont State Recreational Forest near Brevard, North Carolina!

This race offers a unique opportunity to explore the spectacular 10,000 acres of rolling hills and towering trees that make up this beautiful forest. Take on the 8.5 mile challenging trail race – but beware! With nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain it’s no walk in the park!

Join us at the Dupont Forest Festival afterwards from 10am – 3pm to visit with vendors, hike, yoga, bike, hunt waterfalls and learn outdoor recreation tips to last you a lifetime. Admission to the festival is FREE!

The TreeTops Trail Race is not just any ordinary event – it’s an exclusive experience only available within Dupont State Forest! So don’t miss out on this tree-mendous event and join us for an unforgettable journey through DuPont State Forest – roots down, branches up!

Spartanburg Community College Fall Festival 2025
Oct 18 @ 4:00 pm
Spartanburg Community College Giles Campus

107 Community College Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29303
Trick-or-Treat Trail. Games. Program Highlights and hands-on activities. Food truck, vendors, free balloon twisting and face paintin, inflatables, live DJ, and so much more! Don’t miss SCC’s Fall Festival! Mark your calendars for October 18, 2025!

To learn more information about our upcoming festival, visit myscc.info/fallfest.

Sunday, October 19, 2025
44th Annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes
Oct 19 all-day
Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains

The 44th annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes, happening October 11-12 and 18-19, is a free, self-guided tour of new and remodeled homes by top builders throughout Asheville, Hendersonville, Black Mountain, Fairview, and beyond. Visitors can explore a wide variety of homes in person or take advantage of virtual tours. Whether you’re dreaming, designing, or actively building, the Parade offers inspiration at every price point. Sponsored by the Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains. For more information, visit wncparadeofhomes.com.

Thursday, October 23, 2025
2025 Moonlight Movies: Golden Eye
Oct 23 all-day
Falls Park

Come early to grab a good seat and play trivia with us before the show. Movies begin at sundown. A local food truck as well as Poppington’s Popcorn will be on site. Feel free to bring your own picnic and enjoy a cozy night under the stars!

Moonlight Movies takes place at the bottom of Falls Park. Follow the path from Main Street (531 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601).

Wristbands must be purchased on site for $1 if you plan on bringing alcohol.

As an important reminder for all, please leave all pets at home, do not bring glass cups or bottles and no smoking on-site.

Please visit the City of Greenville website for additional information and up-to-date cancellation notices.

Oct. 23 – Golden Eye

Oct. 30 – Double feature: Monster House and Poltergeist

Saturday, October 25, 2025
Trick or Trail 5k & 1 Mile
Oct 25 @ 10:00 am
Nelon's Feed

We’re back in the heart of Hendersonville and we’re bringing some spirited fun—with an awesome new race shirt and shiny finisher medal for every participant. Costumes? Highly encouraged. FOMO? Guaranteed if you skip it. Run or walk through the Historic 7th Avenue District with a crowd of costumed runners, then keep the party going at the Fall Festival just steps from the finish line!

Thursday, October 30, 2025
2025 Moonlight Movies: Double feature: Monster House and Poltergeist
Oct 30 all-day
Falls Park

Come early to grab a good seat and play trivia with us before the show. Movies begin at sundown. A local food truck as well as Poppington’s Popcorn will be on site. Feel free to bring your own picnic and enjoy a cozy night under the stars!

Moonlight Movies takes place at the bottom of Falls Park. Follow the path from Main Street (531 S Main St, Greenville, SC 29601).

Wristbands must be purchased on site for $1 if you plan on bringing alcohol.

As an important reminder for all, please leave all pets at home, do not bring glass cups or bottles and no smoking on-site.

Please visit the City of Greenville website for additional information and up-to-date cancellation notices.

Oct. 30 – Double feature: Monster House and Poltergeist

Saturday, November 1, 2025
HUb City Hallowen Open
Nov 1 – Nov 2 all-day
Holston Creek Park

Hub City Disc Golf Club is excited again to host The Hub City Halloween Open in 2025 as a Pro only A tier event! Year 9 for the event! Local and visiting disc golf professionals will compete in 3 days of competition at Holston creek Park.

Sunday, November 2, 2025
Everything Outdoor Fest
Nov 2 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Historic Hopkins Farm

Everything Outdoor Fest is a two-day, family and dog friendly immersive experience in Upstate South Carolina. The weekend Fest, Nov. 1-2, gives people of all ages and skill levels the chance to discover the Southeast’s most popular outdoor activities in the beautiful setting of Historic Hopkins Farm in Simpsonville, S.C. Enjoy clinics, demos and exhibits with live music and food trucks. Check out the event website at everythingoutdoorfest.com. Exhibitor application is live as well as the show floor plan.

Sunday, November 9, 2025
Greenville Jewish Film Festival Pop-Up Movie: The Ring
Nov 9 all-day
Camelot Cinemas

Join The Greenville Jewish Film Festival for its latest Pop Up Movie to be shown at Camelot Cinemas!

The Ring focuses on Arnon Noble, a religious man with a strong bond to his mother, a Holocaust survivor. He usually drives her to school lectures where she tells the students how she saved the lives of her baby boy and herself with the help of a thin gold ring. When the mother’s health deteriorates, he travels to her old hometown, Budapest to search for the mythological ring that saved her life in the past.

He turns to his estranged daughter, who is a TV researcher, for help and invites her to share the journey. Will the search for the ring be successful? Will the ring save the mother’s life again and will the same ring that saved her mother also succeed in saving Arnon’s relationship with his own daughter?

Tickets can be purchased here. Adult tickets are $18, and student tickets are $14. Both include popcorn and a drink. Students can email [email protected] for a discount code.

Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Florida Everblades
Nov 12 @ 10:30 am
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come out and support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they take on the Florida Everblades at 10:30am at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Friday, November 14, 2025
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Florida Everblades
Nov 14 @ 7:30 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come out and support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they take on the Florida Everblades at 7:05pm at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Saturday, November 15, 2025
U.S. Kids Golf Greenville SC 2025 Fall Tour
Nov 15 all-day
Carolina Springs

We welcome girls and boys 5-18 of all skill levels to come play golf! Our tour is uniquely comprised of: those who are playing in their first tournament, those who are working towards their goals, those who have competed in States, Regionals, and Worlds, as well as those who are seeking and working hard towards earning college scholarships.Fun and family friendly events. Our researched and proven program, provides girls and boys ages 5-18 the opportunity to progressively grow, learn and compete in golf tournaments. We also have optional Parent/Grandparent caddies on our tour. This provides tour players the opportunity to develop, grow and improve their parent/child relationship, while learning the role of caddies/players. The Top 5 in each age group at each event earn medals! Spots are first come, first serve. Sign up soon and Register before deadline.

Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Florida Everblades
Nov 15 @ 4:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they take on the Florida Everblades at 4pm a the Bon Secours Arena.

Monday, November 17, 2025
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs Atlanta Gladiators
Nov 17 @ 6:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they take on the Atlanta Gladiators.

Friday, November 21, 2025
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Jacksonville Icemen
Nov 21 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Come support the Greenville Swamp Rabbits as they face off against the Jacksonville Icemen at the Bon Secours Arena.

Thursday, November 27, 2025
South Asheville Turkey Trot
Nov 27 @ 9:00 am
Biltmore Park Town Square

This is how South Asheville does Turkey Day! Kick off Thanksgiving morning with a relaxed 5K through the beautiful Biltmore Park neighborhood – where the vibes are festive, the shirts are vintage-cool, and the finisher medals are worth the effort! Whether you’re running, walking, or just trotting it out for the pie, this event is for everyone. Awards for festive costumes and top finishers in each age group!