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Saturday, October 11, 2025
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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John Crist: Jokes for Humans
Oct 11 @ 7:00 pm
Peace Center

With special guest Derrick Stroup

John Crist is one of today’s fastest-rising stand-up comedians, earning more than one billion video views, more than 7.5 million fans on social media, and sold-out shows from coast to coast — continuously charting as one of Pollstar’s Top 10 Global Touring Comedians. John has sold out the majority of his 2025 U.S. ‘Jokes For Humans’ dates and continues to add multiple shows in select cities.

His latest comedy special John Crist: Emotional Support, released February 18, showcases his skills in delivering witty, pop culture commentary through clean humor. Filmed just six miles from his childhood home in Lilburn, GA, John Crist: Emotional Support sees the viral comedian diving into the ever-changing dynamics of growing up Christian in the 90s, navigating family group texts, mediating fights on the neighborhood Facebook page and more. In its first three weeks, the special earned more than 2.1 million stand-alone views, with social media clips surpassing 20 million views, as it continues to grow in viewership.

 

Sunday, October 12, 2025
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/
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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

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.

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/
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Brooke Barry’s “Greatest Lovin’ Bastard” Comedy Tour
Oct 17 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
New Realm Brewing Co

Brooke Barry is a writer, comedian, and successful loser from South Georgia. She grew up on a farm where she was raised by dogs, which is why she has issues with codependency and drooling. Her storytelling approach to a life of tragedy turned comedy is the essence of her performances. From irrational fears, to life in a trailer park, to being kidnapped and living out of a semi-truck when she was 10 years old, her stories are as funny as they are absurd. Brooke’s stand-up performances at many venues and festivals have gained recognition across the South, including several Audience Choice Awards. She is showcasing her new hour of personal stories on her upcoming Greatest Lovin’ Bastard tour.

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.

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/
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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.

Candice Guardino: Italian Bred
Oct 18 @ 8:00 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

Candice Guardino: Italian Bred

Saturday October 18, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.

Candice Guardino’s Italian Bred is a “5 STAR ⭐ ” and “MUST SEE!” from New York
Critics to Chicago and Los Angeles. After selling out across the country, Candice visits
for one show only! Italian Bred is a hilarious and heartwarming theatrical comedy based
on true life events about growing up Italian Style. Candice slips in and out of multiple
family characters, story-tells hilarious childhood moments and sings songs that all make
this woman one incredible talent. A new take on solo shows is exactly what Candice
does best and it’s not to be missed!

 

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].

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

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/
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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

Saturday, October 25, 2025
Coastal Indulgence: Shuck. Sip. Savor
Oct 25 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Spartanburg Marriott

Welcome to Coastal Indulgence: Shuck. Sip. Savor. where you can immerse yourself in a world of seafood delights!

Join us at Spartanburg Marriott on October 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM (Eastern Time) for a culinary experience like no other. Indulge in a seafood filled low country boil and freshly shucked oysters , roasted on open flames, all while sipping on exquisite wines while savoring the flavors of the coast. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and enjoy a day filled with coastal delights. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to treat yourself to a seafood extravaganza!

🎉 Coastal Indulgence: Shuck. Sip. Savor! 🦐🎶

Join us on October 25, from 2 PM to 6 PM at the Spartanburg Marriott for an unforgettable Low Country Boil & Oyster Roast experience, complete with live music to set the perfect vibe! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and enjoy an afternoon filled with coastal delights. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to treat yourself to a seafood extravaganza!

Indulge in a seafood lover’s dream:🦪 Oyster Roast Station – East Coast Oysters roasted over an open flame, finished with garlic/herb butter, cocktail sauce, zesty mignonette, hot sauce, horseradish, lemons, and saltines.

🦀 Low Country Boil – Overflowing with crawfish, plump shrimp, tender middleneck clams, smoky kielbasa, petite corn on the cob, and red creamer potatoes simmered in a coastal broth.

🥗 Delicious Sides – Hush puppies, creamy coleslaw, and warm cheddar baked biscuits.

🍔 Kids Menu – Sliders, mini hot dogs, and tater tots served together on one fun plate!
🍪 Dessert – Sweet treats including cookies, brownies, and more!

🍷 Portable Cash Bar – Beer, wine, and liquor available to enjoy at your leisure (not included in ticket price).

🎶 Live Music and Fun All Afternoon! Sip, savor, and groove to the sounds while enjoying an unforgettable coastal feast. We’ve got all the fun with giant Jenga, cornhole, and more for family fun!
🎟️ Tickets are selling fast! Bring your friends, your appetite, and your love for good food, great music, and amazing vibes. This is one Saturday you don’t want to miss!