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Friday, October 10, 2025
Pete the Cat: The Musical
Oct 10 @ 4:30 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.

Saturday, October 11, 2025
Autumn at the Opry Vol. 2
Oct 11 all-day
Flat Rock Playhouse

October 10 – 26

Grab your guitars and dust off your cowboy boots before heading out to the Playhouse Barn for Autumn at the Opry, Vol. 2. This popular country extravaganza is back with all new music and showcases everything from bluegrass to honky-tonk, tin pan alley to pop standards, and the blues to rock-n-roll.  Join our world-class musicians and singers in this ode to The Grand Ole Opry. We guarantee a hand-clappin,’ foot-stompin’ good time.

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Ticket Prices: $48 / $58 / $68

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

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GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL!
Oct 11 all-day
The Warehouse Theatre

A pair of adorably inept playwrights perform a backer’s audition for their new, hilariously ill-advised production. It’s a big splashy musical about printing press inventor Johan Gutenberg, with a lot of trucker hats.

WHY SEE THIS SHOW: 

Absurdly funny, inherently theatrical, this is a tour de force for two musical theater performers. We have two incredible performers doing what they were meant to do: sing about the invention of the printing press in a musical written by the Tony-nominated guys behind BEETLEJUICE.

But it’s not really about Gutenberg, it’s really about our two performers, their love for their craft and their platonic love for each other. The joy in watching this show is how people with the best talent but questionable intentions can create something absurd, weird, moving, and hilarious, all without guile. It’s a sweet show with a sweet message, but also has madcap comedy throughout. There are multiple group dance numbers. Despite there being only two people in the cast.

This is a unicorn, in that it is a musical for people who don’t like musicals and also a musical for people who love musicals!

WHO SHOULD SEE THIS SHOW?  If you enjoy HEDWIG, THE THANKSGIVING PLAY, THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, or BEETLEJUICE…this show will be a great time!

Pete the Cat
Oct 11 all-day
Spartanburg Little Theatre
October 10, 2025 at 4:30pm

October 11, 2025 at 2:00pm
October 12, 2025 at 2:00pm

*Patrons of all ages, including newborns, are required to purchase a ticket

Adults: $20
Youth (18 & younger): $15

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.

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/
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'
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Autumn at the Opry Vol. 2
Oct 12 all-day
Flat Rock Playhouse

October 10 – 26

Grab your guitars and dust off your cowboy boots before heading out to the Playhouse Barn for Autumn at the Opry, Vol. 2. This popular country extravaganza is back with all new music and showcases everything from bluegrass to honky-tonk, tin pan alley to pop standards, and the blues to rock-n-roll.  Join our world-class musicians and singers in this ode to The Grand Ole Opry. We guarantee a hand-clappin,’ foot-stompin’ good time.

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Ticket Prices: $48 / $58 / $68

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

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GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL!
Oct 12 all-day
The Warehouse Theatre

A pair of adorably inept playwrights perform a backer’s audition for their new, hilariously ill-advised production. It’s a big splashy musical about printing press inventor Johan Gutenberg, with a lot of trucker hats.

WHY SEE THIS SHOW: 

Absurdly funny, inherently theatrical, this is a tour de force for two musical theater performers. We have two incredible performers doing what they were meant to do: sing about the invention of the printing press in a musical written by the Tony-nominated guys behind BEETLEJUICE.

But it’s not really about Gutenberg, it’s really about our two performers, their love for their craft and their platonic love for each other. The joy in watching this show is how people with the best talent but questionable intentions can create something absurd, weird, moving, and hilarious, all without guile. It’s a sweet show with a sweet message, but also has madcap comedy throughout. There are multiple group dance numbers. Despite there being only two people in the cast.

This is a unicorn, in that it is a musical for people who don’t like musicals and also a musical for people who love musicals!

WHO SHOULD SEE THIS SHOW?  If you enjoy HEDWIG, THE THANKSGIVING PLAY, THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, or BEETLEJUICE…this show will be a great time!

Pete the Cat
Oct 12 all-day
Spartanburg Little Theatre
October 10, 2025 at 4:30pm

October 11, 2025 at 2:00pm
October 12, 2025 at 2:00pm

*Patrons of all ages, including newborns, are required to purchase a ticket

Adults: $20
Youth (18 & younger): $15

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.

Pete the Cat: The Musical
Oct 12 all-day
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 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'
Monday, October 13, 2025
Autumn at the Opry Vol. 2
Oct 13 all-day
Flat Rock Playhouse

October 10 – 26

Grab your guitars and dust off your cowboy boots before heading out to the Playhouse Barn for Autumn at the Opry, Vol. 2. This popular country extravaganza is back with all new music and showcases everything from bluegrass to honky-tonk, tin pan alley to pop standards, and the blues to rock-n-roll.  Join our world-class musicians and singers in this ode to The Grand Ole Opry. We guarantee a hand-clappin,’ foot-stompin’ good time.

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Ticket Prices: $48 / $58 / $68

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

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Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary
Oct 13 @ 8:00 pm
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
 Audience participation and costumes are welcome!
– For safety reasons, no outside props will be permitted. However, every ticket purchased includes one (1) bag of ROCKY HORROR props for audience participation throughout the event. 
– Show Run Time is 2 hours and 15 minutes including costume contest, audience participation games, and movie screening with live shadow cast. 
Parental Guide: THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW is rated R. Guests are encouraged to do their research and decide what is appropriate for you and your party before tickets are purchased. 
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Autumn at the Opry Vol. 2
Oct 14 all-day
Flat Rock Playhouse

October 10 – 26

Grab your guitars and dust off your cowboy boots before heading out to the Playhouse Barn for Autumn at the Opry, Vol. 2. This popular country extravaganza is back with all new music and showcases everything from bluegrass to honky-tonk, tin pan alley to pop standards, and the blues to rock-n-roll.  Join our world-class musicians and singers in this ode to The Grand Ole Opry. We guarantee a hand-clappin,’ foot-stompin’ good time.

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Ticket Prices: $48 / $58 / $68

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Autumn at the Opry Vol. 2
Oct 15 all-day
Flat Rock Playhouse

October 10 – 26

Grab your guitars and dust off your cowboy boots before heading out to the Playhouse Barn for Autumn at the Opry, Vol. 2. This popular country extravaganza is back with all new music and showcases everything from bluegrass to honky-tonk, tin pan alley to pop standards, and the blues to rock-n-roll.  Join our world-class musicians and singers in this ode to The Grand Ole Opry. We guarantee a hand-clappin,’ foot-stompin’ good time.

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Ticket Prices: $48 / $58 / $68

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

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Thursday, October 16, 2025
Autumn at the Opry Vol. 2
Oct 16 all-day
Flat Rock Playhouse

October 10 – 26

Grab your guitars and dust off your cowboy boots before heading out to the Playhouse Barn for Autumn at the Opry, Vol. 2. This popular country extravaganza is back with all new music and showcases everything from bluegrass to honky-tonk, tin pan alley to pop standards, and the blues to rock-n-roll.  Join our world-class musicians and singers in this ode to The Grand Ole Opry. We guarantee a hand-clappin,’ foot-stompin’ good time.

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Ticket Prices: $48 / $58 / $68

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

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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
Autumn at the Opry Vol. 2
Oct 17 all-day
Flat Rock Playhouse

October 10 – 26

Grab your guitars and dust off your cowboy boots before heading out to the Playhouse Barn for Autumn at the Opry, Vol. 2. This popular country extravaganza is back with all new music and showcases everything from bluegrass to honky-tonk, tin pan alley to pop standards, and the blues to rock-n-roll.  Join our world-class musicians and singers in this ode to The Grand Ole Opry. We guarantee a hand-clappin,’ foot-stompin’ good time.

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Ticket Prices: $48 / $58 / $68

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

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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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