24 Halloween Inspired Events this Week in Gaston County
24 Halloween Inspired special events taking place all around Gaston County this year, 2022.
Hickory Grove Haunted Trail
Now through Halloween
What started out with a couple of friends and a crazy idea has turned into a Halloween tradition in Gaston County. Returning Halloween to the way it was meant to be-no Hollywood aliens or make believe monsters-no theme park attractions."The woods are eerie, dark and deep" come and see what Halloween is all about at the Hickory Grove Haunted Trail!
Schiele-O-Ween
October 29th | Schiele Museum
Explore the museum exhibits and The Farm to learn the true nature of “haunting” creatures like wolves, bats, owls, and spiders while you collect some autumn treats. Enjoy a program about the science of pumpkins and the tradition of jack o’ lanterns, then try your hand at carving a pumpkin into a design of your own. Kids can even participate in our online costume contest before the event! New exhibit "Natural Awakenings" grand opening.
Scarecrow Hollow
Through October 30th | Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Scarecrow Hollow is an eclectic display of original scarecrows for you to enjoy with the whole family. Some are traditional, some space age, and others are made of live plants! All of them are unique and designed by members, supporters, and local organizations. Explore Lost Hollow to take a photo with and vote for your favorite scarecrow.
A Night with the Villains Dinner Show
October 27th | Jekyll & Hyde Brewery
Black Star Theater Company presents A Night with the Villains, a haunting dinner party and interactive performance live from our dining room. We shiver with anticipation as we prepare for a night of mischief, music, and mayhem! The characters you love to hate will be performing familiar songs unlike you have heard them before. Dine with the Villains from Disney, Horror, Literature, and Folklore.
Hallo-Wine
October 28th | Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Join DSBG for a Hallo-Wine tasting. Taste test 2 white wines and 2 red wines, sample some snacks from the charcuterie boards and stroll garden. Enjoy live music on the Terrace. There will be a Halloween costume contest during the event, so show us your spooky side.
Trunk or Treat
October 27th | Bessemer City
Bessemer City Parks and Recreation Department in collaboration with Chestnut Ridge Church invites you to our Community-Wide Trunk or Treat on Thursday, October 27 from 6 pm to 8 pm in Downtown Bessemer City. This family friendly event will offer trick-or-treating, games, music, food, contest and more. Free event and open to the public. Do not forget to wear your costume and bring your friends and family!
Trunk or Treat
October 27th | Bessemer City
Meet in downtown Bessemer City for Trunk or Treat. This family friendly event will include trick-or-treating, games, music, food, and more. Free and open to the public. Do not forget to wear your costume. Local businesses, groups or organizations are welcome to set up and hand out candy and goodies to youth and families.
Great Pumpkin Parade
October 28th | Patriots Park
Bring your camera and young children to Kings Mountain for this Halloween parade through town. All your little ghosts, goblins and super heroes will enjoy inflatables and games.
Monsters March
October 28th | Cherryville
A Halloween parade for children Kindergarten and younger in Cherryville. Participants will be led down Main Street by the CHS marching band to city hall, followed by trick or treating with downtown merchants.
Fall Fest
October 28th | Stowe Family Ymca
The Stowe Family YMCA invites you to our “LIGHTS! CAMERA! ACTION!” Fall Festival 2022 where we will get into character for an action-packed night of family fun.
Monster Mash
October 28th | Smoke & Barrel
Stanley Creek Massacre
October 29th | Harper Park
Looking for a challenging course? Join us for the annual Stanley Creek Massacre 5k or 10k.
at Harper Park in Stanley.
Schiele-O-Ween
October 29th | Schiele Museum
Explore the museum exhibits and The Farm to learn the true nature of “haunting” creatures like wolves, bats, owls, and spiders while you collect some autumn treats. Enjoy a program about the science of pumpkins and the tradition of jack o’ lanterns, then try your hand at carving a pumpkin into a design of your own. Kids can even participate in our online costume contest before the event! Tag us on social media and add the hashtag #SchieleOWeen to enter to win a special prize at the event!
Halloween Party and Costume Contest
October 29th | CityCade
Spooky Season is here. Meet at CityCade for the annual Halloween Bash! Prizes for best costume and trick or treating for your little ghouls and goblins from 6pm-8pm.
BooFest
October 29th | Stowe Park
A hauntingly fun evening full of music, activities, art & craft vendors, food vendors, costume contests, games, carnival rides, a spooky photo booth, plenty of candy for trick-o-treaters, and more!
The Wonderful Adventure to Oz
October 28th - 29th | Kings Mountain
Journey down the Yellow Brick Road to Patriots Park in downtown Kings Mountain for The Wonderful Adventure to Oz! Meet live characters from the Land of Oz as you walk through an interactive journey down the Yellow Brick Road! Enjoy trick-or-treating, and catch a live concert by the Band of Oz at the Liberty Falls Amphitheater. There will also be a special outdoor screening of The Wizard of Oz in celebration of the 83rd Anniversary!
Pumpkin Paddle
October 29th | Centennial Center Launch Cramerton
Join us on our Pumpkin Paddle, for a round trip around Goat Island (if conditions allow). This free, bring your own boat community event is open to paddlers of any experience level. Dress up to celebrate Halloween! Who knows.... the best costume may be rewarded.
Halloween Bash
October 29th | Station
Get ready for Station's biggest Halloween bash yet! Live music, costume prizes, drink specials and more. Don't miss it!
Halloween Party
October 29th | Cavendish Brewery
Come celebrate Halloween with Cavendish! We will have costume contest for adults, kids and dogs. We will also have Beer Pong and Wrap The Mummy game. Everybody is welcome!
Halloween Party
October 29th | WhiskGars Cigar & Co.
Mark your calendars for our upcoming Halloween party Saturday October 29th! It’s going to be a blast! Costume contest, door prizes, Halloween cocktails, food and live music.
