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Saturday, October 11, 2025
Pete the Cat: The Musical
Oct 11 @ 2:00 pm
Spartanburg Youth Theatre

Book and Lyrics by Sarah Hammond, Music by Will Aronson
Based on the Pete the Cat series of books by Kimberly and James Dean

For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking – except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth! But when Jimmy draws a blank in art class during the last week of school, it turns out Pete is the perfect pal to help him out. Join Jimmy and Pete on a musical adventure this crowd-pleasing musical based on the hit book series.

Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival
Oct 11 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Eliada Home
Weekends, Sept 26th-Nov 1st – Annual Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival! WNC’s ONLY non-profit Corn Maze with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, memories, and adventures, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliada’s kids! Attractions will include corn cannons, bouncy pillow, a spider climber, a custom corn maze, lawn games, hay rides, pumpkins for purchase, food trucks, and MORE!
⬇️ HOURS:
Fridays: 3:00pm-7:00pm
Saturdays: 10:00am-7:00pm
Sundays: 10:00am-6:00pm
⬇️ ADMISSION:
$15/Tickets
FREE/Ages 3 years and under
$40/Season Passes
🌽 Corporate Nights, Field Trips, and Birthday Party reservations are also available
🗺: 2 Compton Drive, Asheville 28806
👉 Learn more and purchase your tickets HERE: https://eliadacornmaze.mazeplay.com/
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Sunday, October 12, 2025
“The Generational Advantage” Signing and Author Meet & Greet
Oct 12 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Barnes & Noble at Greenridge

Internationally recognized speaker and workforce strategist Kamber Parker Bowden’s debut book, “The Generational Advantage,” delivers practical tips for developing strong, multigenerational teams.

Parker Bowden will be visiting Barnes & Noble at Greenridge from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12 for a signing and author meet and greet. She will also be discussing her business insights and sharing details about her book.

This book is built on more than 10,000 interviews and over 50,000 hours of research, translating real-world insights into practical action items for business leaders. “The Generational Advantage” covers how to attract and retain top talent in a shifting labor market, bridge communication gaps across generational and technological divides, and turn workplace friction into collaboration and measurable business growth.

Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival
Oct 12 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Eliada Home
Weekends, Sept 26th-Nov 1st – Annual Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival! WNC’s ONLY non-profit Corn Maze with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, memories, and adventures, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliada’s kids! Attractions will include corn cannons, bouncy pillow, a spider climber, a custom corn maze, lawn games, hay rides, pumpkins for purchase, food trucks, and MORE!
⬇️ HOURS:
Fridays: 3:00pm-7:00pm
Saturdays: 10:00am-7:00pm
Sundays: 10:00am-6:00pm
⬇️ ADMISSION:
$15/Tickets
FREE/Ages 3 years and under
$40/Season Passes
🌽 Corporate Nights, Field Trips, and Birthday Party reservations are also available
🗺: 2 Compton Drive, Asheville 28806
👉 Learn more and purchase your tickets HERE: https://eliadacornmaze.mazeplay.com/
May be an image of 2 people, corn and text that says 'Fridays 3pT 3pm-7pm 7pm WEEKENDS IN OCTOBER SEPT 26TH NO 1ST ELIADA ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL & CORN MAZE TICKETS ON SALE NOW! ELIADACORNMAZE.MAZEPL Corn Cannons Bouncy Pillow Spider Climber Custom Corn Maze Lawn Games Hay Rides Pumpkins for purchase Food Trucks & MORE!! Saturdays 10am 7pm Sundays 10am 10am-6pm 6pm Corporate Nights, Field Trips and Birthday Party reservations are also available. Have Questions? E-Mailu at cornmaze@eliada.org'
Thursday, October 16, 2025
LEAF- Lake Eden Art Festival
Oct 16 all-day
LEAF

Join us at LEAF Global Arts Festival to connect to the world and each other through cultural exploration, live music, dance, performance arts, healing arts, workshops, nature, and more.

Explore the #1 Kids Festival in Western North Carolina, and one of the best FAMILY festivals in the world. All of LEAF is family friendly with activities spread throughout the magical setting. Family Adventure activities are throughout LEAF and designed to engage and inspire. Watch performances, create, play, and discover whimsical Puppetry shows. Support children’s crafts, hoop and flow, and play boffer games. Immerse into cultural creative arts in Easel Rider with LEAF teaching artists. Swing in the Jelly Dome. Play sports with a global community. Jump, roll, pet, climb, and retreat: life-sized hamster ball, climbing wall, launch rockets! Each festival has different offering and tradition- you. may find Toy Trains on the hill, paper rockets, and Giant slides & bounce houses!

If you have little ones, Elfhaven Childcare in Buckeye Lodge is a world of wonder and time for parents to go play.

In Conversation with Garrett Ashley
Oct 16 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Join us at M. Judson for a free In Conversation event with poet Garrett Ashley for his new book, A Field Guide of North American Trees!

Friday, October 17, 2025
LEAF- Lake Eden Art Festival
Oct 17 all-day
LEAF

Join us at LEAF Global Arts Festival to connect to the world and each other through cultural exploration, live music, dance, performance arts, healing arts, workshops, nature, and more.

Explore the #1 Kids Festival in Western North Carolina, and one of the best FAMILY festivals in the world. All of LEAF is family friendly with activities spread throughout the magical setting. Family Adventure activities are throughout LEAF and designed to engage and inspire. Watch performances, create, play, and discover whimsical Puppetry shows. Support children’s crafts, hoop and flow, and play boffer games. Immerse into cultural creative arts in Easel Rider with LEAF teaching artists. Swing in the Jelly Dome. Play sports with a global community. Jump, roll, pet, climb, and retreat: life-sized hamster ball, climbing wall, launch rockets! Each festival has different offering and tradition- you. may find Toy Trains on the hill, paper rockets, and Giant slides & bounce houses!

If you have little ones, Elfhaven Childcare in Buckeye Lodge is a world of wonder and time for parents to go play.

Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival
Oct 17 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Eliada Home
Weekends, Sept 26th-Nov 1st – Annual Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival! WNC’s ONLY non-profit Corn Maze with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, memories, and adventures, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliada’s kids! Attractions will include corn cannons, bouncy pillow, a spider climber, a custom corn maze, lawn games, hay rides, pumpkins for purchase, food trucks, and MORE!
⬇️ HOURS:
Fridays: 3:00pm-7:00pm
Saturdays: 10:00am-7:00pm
Sundays: 10:00am-6:00pm
⬇️ ADMISSION:
$15/Tickets
FREE/Ages 3 years and under
$40/Season Passes
🌽 Corporate Nights, Field Trips, and Birthday Party reservations are also available
🗺: 2 Compton Drive, Asheville 28806
👉 Learn more and purchase your tickets HERE: https://eliadacornmaze.mazeplay.com/
May be an image of 2 people, corn and text that says 'Fridays 3pT 3pm-7pm 7pm WEEKENDS IN OCTOBER SEPT 26TH NO 1ST ELIADA ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL & CORN MAZE TICKETS ON SALE NOW! ELIADACORNMAZE.MAZEPL Corn Cannons Bouncy Pillow Spider Climber Custom Corn Maze Lawn Games Hay Rides Pumpkins for purchase Food Trucks & MORE!! Saturdays 10am 7pm Sundays 10am 10am-6pm 6pm Corporate Nights, Field Trips and Birthday Party reservations are also available. Have Questions? E-Mailu at cornmaze@eliada.org'
Saturday, October 18, 2025
LEAF- Lake Eden Art Festival
Oct 18 all-day
LEAF

Join us at LEAF Global Arts Festival to connect to the world and each other through cultural exploration, live music, dance, performance arts, healing arts, workshops, nature, and more.

Explore the #1 Kids Festival in Western North Carolina, and one of the best FAMILY festivals in the world. All of LEAF is family friendly with activities spread throughout the magical setting. Family Adventure activities are throughout LEAF and designed to engage and inspire. Watch performances, create, play, and discover whimsical Puppetry shows. Support children’s crafts, hoop and flow, and play boffer games. Immerse into cultural creative arts in Easel Rider with LEAF teaching artists. Swing in the Jelly Dome. Play sports with a global community. Jump, roll, pet, climb, and retreat: life-sized hamster ball, climbing wall, launch rockets! Each festival has different offering and tradition- you. may find Toy Trains on the hill, paper rockets, and Giant slides & bounce houses!

If you have little ones, Elfhaven Childcare in Buckeye Lodge is a world of wonder and time for parents to go play.

Pop-Up Author Kathryn Roundtree
Oct 18 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Stop by M. Judson for a free pop up with local author Kathryn Rountree and her new children’s book, Fudgie’s Afraid of the Dark!

ABOUT THE BOOK:

In Fudgie’s Afraid of the Dark, young Fudgie is left home with quirky Mrs. Shivers and her grumpy cat. Fudgie’s fear of the dark turns into a magical journey when she meets Salem, a theatrical black cat. Together they attend a magical talent show with a cast of unique characters. When thieves threaten the show, it’s up to Fudgie and Salem to save the day, transforming Fudgie’s fear into a thrilling adventure.

Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival
Oct 18 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Eliada Home
Weekends, Sept 26th-Nov 1st – Annual Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival! WNC’s ONLY non-profit Corn Maze with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, memories, and adventures, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliada’s kids! Attractions will include corn cannons, bouncy pillow, a spider climber, a custom corn maze, lawn games, hay rides, pumpkins for purchase, food trucks, and MORE!
⬇️ HOURS:
Fridays: 3:00pm-7:00pm
Saturdays: 10:00am-7:00pm
Sundays: 10:00am-6:00pm
⬇️ ADMISSION:
$15/Tickets
FREE/Ages 3 years and under
$40/Season Passes
🌽 Corporate Nights, Field Trips, and Birthday Party reservations are also available
🗺: 2 Compton Drive, Asheville 28806
👉 Learn more and purchase your tickets HERE: https://eliadacornmaze.mazeplay.com/
May be an image of 2 people, corn and text that says 'Fridays 3pT 3pm-7pm 7pm WEEKENDS IN OCTOBER SEPT 26TH NO 1ST ELIADA ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL & CORN MAZE TICKETS ON SALE NOW! ELIADACORNMAZE.MAZEPL Corn Cannons Bouncy Pillow Spider Climber Custom Corn Maze Lawn Games Hay Rides Pumpkins for purchase Food Trucks & MORE!! Saturdays 10am 7pm Sundays 10am 10am-6pm 6pm Corporate Nights, Field Trips and Birthday Party reservations are also available. Have Questions? E-Mailu at cornmaze@eliada.org'
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
LEAF- Lake Eden Art Festival
Oct 19 all-day
LEAF

Join us at LEAF Global Arts Festival to connect to the world and each other through cultural exploration, live music, dance, performance arts, healing arts, workshops, nature, and more.

Explore the #1 Kids Festival in Western North Carolina, and one of the best FAMILY festivals in the world. All of LEAF is family friendly with activities spread throughout the magical setting. Family Adventure activities are throughout LEAF and designed to engage and inspire. Watch performances, create, play, and discover whimsical Puppetry shows. Support children’s crafts, hoop and flow, and play boffer games. Immerse into cultural creative arts in Easel Rider with LEAF teaching artists. Swing in the Jelly Dome. Play sports with a global community. Jump, roll, pet, climb, and retreat: life-sized hamster ball, climbing wall, launch rockets! Each festival has different offering and tradition- you. may find Toy Trains on the hill, paper rockets, and Giant slides & bounce houses!

If you have little ones, Elfhaven Childcare in Buckeye Lodge is a world of wonder and time for parents to go play.

Tomorrow’s Rainbow – Pony Partner Round Up
Oct 19 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Tomorrow's Rainbow - Fox on the Run Farm

At Tomorrow’s Rainbow Upstate, we’re honored to provide cost-free mental health support to children, teens, and families navigating grief and loss.
The Pony Partner Roundup on October 19, 2025, at Fox on the Run Farm. This signature fundraiser features family-friendly fun, including games, live music, inflatables, food, selfie stations, a silent auction, a pie-eating contest, and even a lighthearted fundraiser where community members raise funds while being “stalled” with our mini horses. All food and drink are included in the price.

Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival
Oct 19 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Eliada Home
Weekends, Sept 26th-Nov 1st – Annual Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival! WNC’s ONLY non-profit Corn Maze with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, memories, and adventures, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliada’s kids! Attractions will include corn cannons, bouncy pillow, a spider climber, a custom corn maze, lawn games, hay rides, pumpkins for purchase, food trucks, and MORE!
⬇️ HOURS:
Fridays: 3:00pm-7:00pm
Saturdays: 10:00am-7:00pm
Sundays: 10:00am-6:00pm
⬇️ ADMISSION:
$15/Tickets
FREE/Ages 3 years and under
$40/Season Passes
🌽 Corporate Nights, Field Trips, and Birthday Party reservations are also available
🗺: 2 Compton Drive, Asheville 28806
👉 Learn more and purchase your tickets HERE: https://eliadacornmaze.mazeplay.com/
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Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Empower Hour
Oct 21 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

Join us for Empower Hour, a one-hour program and facility tour where you will experience firsthand the YWCA’s work to bridge gaps in earning power, education, health & wellness and access to childcare.

Empower Hours take place twice a month on the first and third Tuesday at 11:30 am.
Lunch is served as part of our Empower Hour, so reservations are required.

To make a reservation: contact Elizabeth Alvandi, Advancement Assistant, at (828) 254-7206 ext. 103 or [email protected].

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Books Over Drinks with Chris Whitaker
Oct 22 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

An epic, soaring coming-of-age story, All the Colors of the Dark shows the cost of keeping things hidden, how love can grow stronger over the years, about what lurks in the shadows of obsession and the blinding light of hope. If you love Jodi Picoult and Kristin Hannah, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with Chris Whitaker!

Thursday, October 23, 2025
In Conversation with Omkari Williams
Oct 23 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
J Hudson Booksellers

Join us for a free In Conversation event with author and activist Omkari Williams to discuss her new book, Micro Activism: How You Can Make a Difference in the World (Without A Bullhorn)!

Friday, October 24, 2025
Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival
Oct 24 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Eliada Home
Weekends, Sept 26th-Nov 1st – Annual Eliada Corn Maze and Fall Festival! WNC’s ONLY non-profit Corn Maze with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, memories, and adventures, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliada’s kids! Attractions will include corn cannons, bouncy pillow, a spider climber, a custom corn maze, lawn games, hay rides, pumpkins for purchase, food trucks, and MORE!
⬇️ HOURS:
Fridays: 3:00pm-7:00pm
Saturdays: 10:00am-7:00pm
Sundays: 10:00am-6:00pm
⬇️ ADMISSION:
$15/Tickets
FREE/Ages 3 years and under
$40/Season Passes
🌽 Corporate Nights, Field Trips, and Birthday Party reservations are also available
🗺: 2 Compton Drive, Asheville 28806
👉 Learn more and purchase your tickets HERE: https://eliadacornmaze.mazeplay.com/
May be an image of 2 people, corn and text that says 'Fridays 3pT 3pm-7pm 7pm WEEKENDS IN OCTOBER SEPT 26TH NO 1ST ELIADA ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL & CORN MAZE TICKETS ON SALE NOW! ELIADACORNMAZE.MAZEPL Corn Cannons Bouncy Pillow Spider Climber Custom Corn Maze Lawn Games Hay Rides Pumpkins for purchase Food Trucks & MORE!! Saturdays 10am 7pm Sundays 10am 10am-6pm 6pm Corporate Nights, Field Trips and Birthday Party reservations are also available. Have Questions? E-Mailu at cornmaze@eliada.org'
Bacon & Barrel 2025
Oct 24 @ 7:00 pm
1800 Drayton Catering and Events

Join us on Thursday, October 24 at 1800 Drayton for Bacon & Barrel — a lively evening of bourbon tastings, bacon-inspired bites from local restaurants, live music, and a curated silent auction, all in support of St. Luke’s Free Medical Clinic. This beloved annual fundraiser helps provide free, high-quality healthcare to uninsured residents of Spartanburg County.

Tickets include access to bourbon samples, food tastings, and entertainment. Proceeds go directly toward sustaining our clinic’s mission of compassionate care for those who need it most.

To learn more or purchase tickets, visit: https://slfmc.networkforgood.com/events/88843-bacon-and-barrel