Is there anything more haunting than a Halloween in Music City without plans?
We know, the thought is chilling. But fear not — this last-minute guide will help you brew up some holiday fun in the 615.
Family frights
Glow in the Park — Halloween | Select dates in October | Times vary | $47 | The Adventure Park at Nashville | Zip through the treetops under glowing lights while festive tunes fill the air or look out for “monster eyeballs” on a scavenger hunt.
Boo at the Zoo | Through Saturday, Nov. 1 | 5-9 p.m. | Nashville Zoo | Cost of admission | Don’t miss free spins on the Scary-Go-Round, trick-or-treat stations, and nightly animal shows, as well as a Dia de los Muertos event on Nov. 1.
Haunted Museum Storytelling Festival | Saturday, October 25 | 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Tennessee State Museum | Free | Bring the kids in costume for a day of games, crafts, and Tennessee tales at the 27th annual event.
All Hallows East | Saturday, Oct. 25 | 2-10 p.m. | East Park | $14+ | This frightfully fun event will feature carnival games, costume contests, festive live music, face painting, and more for the whole family.
Spooky Ghoul Fest 5 | Saturday, Oct. 25 | 2 p.m. | Vinyl Tap | Cost of purchase | Take in Halloween festivities early at this party with 50+ vendors, a parade, live entertainment, and food trucks.
Spooktacular at the Sounds | Tuesday, Oct. 28 | 5:30 p.m. | First Horizon Park | $7.50+ | The family-friendly event formerly known as Suites ‘n Treats will feature themed candy booths and a screening of “Hocus Pocus.”
Step into the “pop-up bar of your nightmares.” | Photo via Black Lagoon Pop-Up
Grown-up Halloween
Seasonal pop-ups | Through Friday, Oct. 31 | Times vary | Locations vary | Cost of purchase | There’s still time to check out this year’s Halloween pop-ups, from Oath & Fang and The Spookeasy downtown to Stranger Brews and The Upside Down Bar.
Haunted Honky Tonk | Wednesday, Oct. 15-Friday, Oct. 31 | Times vary | White Limozeen | Cost of purchase | Sip cocktails like the Swamp Thing and R.I.P. (Reese’s in Pieces) while surrounded by Halloween-themed decor.
A Nightmare on Cheese Street Workshop | Sunday, Oct. 19 + Tuesday, Oct. 21 | Times vary | Greys Fine Cheeses | $70+ | Savor wine and cheese pairings inspired by iconic horror films at this 21+ event.
“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” 50th Anniversary Spectacular | Tuesday, Oct. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | $56+ | Schermerhorn Symphony Center | In addition to film screenings at the Belcourt, locals can catch this special event with Barry Bostwick, who played Brad Majors.
Murder Mystery Dinner: An Old Hollywood Whodunnit | Friday, Oct. 31 | 7:30 p.m. | Thistle & Rye | $75 | Step into a night of mystery and mischief with light bites and themed entertainment.
Hallows-Faire | Friday, Oct. 31 | 7 p.m.-12 a.m. | Harriet’s | Cost of purchase | Step into a dark gothic world of impromptu performances, live storytelling, and haunting choreography where the veil between worlds is lifted each hour.
Pet-friendly festive fun
Halloween Pooch Party | Saturday, Oct. 25-Sunday, Oct. 26 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Cheekwood | Cost of admission | Dress up your pup for costume contests + enjoy special treats from dog-friendly vendors.
Pups & Pints Howl-oween | Saturday, Oct. 25 | 12-4 p.m. | The Yard at oneC1ty | Free+ | Enjoy an afternoon of dog-centric activities, local pet vendors, food trucks, and beer for the humans.
Haunted houses
Beast House | Through Saturday, Nov. 1 | All tickets include the “Jack O’ Lantern Light Show,” “Monster Selfie Museum,” and “Giant Icons of Halloween” experiences.
Devil’s Dungeon | Through Saturday, Nov. 1 | Take a trip into this haunted dungeon… if you dare.
Nashville Nightmare | Through Sunday, Nov. 9 | If you don’t want to participate in the multi-themed haunted houses, check out the escape room and haunted maze.
Halloween plans already made? Don’t forget it’s also the last week to visit area pumpkin patches and corn mazes.
