Explore family friendly events, theatres, galleries, concerts, nightlife, things to do, and more in the Greenville, SC and Upstate areas.

Interested in adding an event to our calendar? Please click the green “Post Your Event” button below.

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.

Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Racial Justice Workshop
Oct 14 @ 11:30 am
YWCA of Asheville

The YWCA Racial Justice Workshop is open to our entire YWCA Asheville community – including our staff, volunteers, board, donors, program participants, Fitness Center and community members. This 90-minute workshop will take place on the second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am and will be facilitated by Gerry Leonard, Racial Justice & Outreach Specialist and Lexus Walker, Tzedek Social Justice Fellow.

 

Friday, October 17, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 17 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Saturday, October 18, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 18 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

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.

Knit-n-Give
Oct 19 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Mission Rathbun House

Are you looking for an excuse to knit or crochet for a good cause? Help make baby hats and blankets and adult hats, scarves, and slippers to support at-risk newborns and homeless adults.  Your handmade knitwear will keep our neighbors warm.  Volunteers with basic skills in knitting or crocheting are welcome. Please bring your own needles or crochet hooks and a pattern.

Check out Knit-n-Give on WLOS: http://wlos.com/news/only-on-wloscom/close-knit-group-of-women-use-their-talents-to-help-asheville-charities

 

 

Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 19 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Monday, October 20, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 20 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 21 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 22 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Thursday, October 23, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 23 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Friday, October 24, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 24 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

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
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 25 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Sunday, October 26, 2025
Southeastern Animal Fiber Festival
Oct 26 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
WNC Ag Center

Be sure and mark your calendars for SAFF 2025!

There are classes on Thursday. No shopping, no selling.  We are setting up.

Friday, October 24- (9 am – 5 pm)
Saturday, October 25 – (9 am – 5 pm)
Sunday, October 26- (9 am – 4 pm)

The event is located at the WNC Agricultural Center, in Fletcher, NC, across Hwy 280 from the Asheville Regional Airport. (Exit 40 off I-26).

Admission will be $5/person per day. $10 pass for 3 days. Youth under 13 yrs. old will be free. Bring cash! Only at gate..no early ticket sales

Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 26 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Monday, October 27, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 27 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 28 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 29 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!

Thursday, October 30, 2025
Boo at the Zoo-Riverbanks Zoo
Oct 30 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and head to Boo at the Zoo, Riverbanks’ annual family-friendly spook-tacular!