October is here and it’s bringing the spirited events. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, trick-or-treater, costume-enthusiast, festive-crafter, or cider-sipper you are sure to find something to fit your brand of Spooky Season. Check out some of the best haunts High Point has to offer below!
For the Thrill-Seeker
If it wouldn’t be October for you without creepy clowns with chainsaws or hair-raising stories, then you can’t miss Spookywoods and Mendenhall Homeplace’s historical Halloween events.
September 24th-November 5th | Time varies, visit website
Kersey Valley Attractions | 1615 Kersey Valley Rd. | Archdale, NC
Spookywoods is re-themed each year and this year you will be transported to the town of Kersey Valley and their annual Foundation Day celebration. Visitors of the town will explore the Graveyard, Funeral Home, Butcher Shop, Mine Shaft, Beastro, and more. Enter at your own risk!
October 14th, 15th, 21st, and 22nd | 4 pm-6 pm
Deep River Cemetery | 5300 W. Wendover Ave. | High Point, NC
There aren’t many places you’d want to avoid more than a graveyard on Halloween, unless it’s the Deep River Cemetery where you can experience an informative tour about the people who rest there. This guided tour promises to be fun, illuminating, and only slightly spooky.
Friday, October 28th | 6:30 pm
Mendenhall Homeplace | 603 W. Main St. | Jamestown, NC
Listen to ghost stories in the very places that they occurred. This guided tour through Mendenhall Homeplace will take place at dusk and guests will hear true stories of the macabre in this over 200-year-old home.
For the Trick-or-Treaters
High Point has lots of options for the trick-or-treaters. The following places plan to keep the creepy to a minimum and the sugar at a maximum (sorry, parents). There will of course be something in it for the adults. The Adams Family Halloween will be serving spirits and Kersey Valley offers cider donuts and a guarantee that you’ll leave with tired kiddos.
September 24th-October 30th | Time varies, visit website
Kersey Valley Attractions | 1615 Kersey Valley Rd. | Archdale, NC
Explore Kersey Valley’s two-mile corn maze with your whole family, including the pup! Your tickets include access to the Kersey Valley Express Train, corn maze, jumping pillows, Super Mega Ride N Slide, and more!
Saturday, October 15th | 5 pm-8 pm
High Point Athletic Complex | 2920 School Park Rd. | High Point, NC
This free event kicks off the Halloween festivities! Enjoy a hayride, brave the haunted trail, and gather goodies at the trunk-or-treat. Wear your costume and bring a bag to collect some treats.
Saturday, October 15th | 6 pm-7:45 pm
High Point Museum | 1859 E. Lexington Ave. | High Point, NC
High Point Museum is hosting their 11th Annual Ghost Stories in the Park. This event features snacks, crafts, and spooky, not scary stories from professional storyteller, Cynthia Moore Brown.
Thursday, October 27th | 6 pm-8 pm
Truist Point Stadium | 301 N. Elm St. | High Point, NC
Join Hype for some Halloween fun! High Point Rockers Baseball has partnered with LEAP to host a free community event at Truist Point Stadium. There will be treats, activities, LEAP’s book-a-treat, and more!
2nd Annual Adams Family Halloween
Sunday, October 30th | 11 am-3 pm
JH Adams Inn | 1108 N. Main St. | High Point, NC
This family-friendly, spook-tacular event is sure to get everyone in the holiday mood. There will be candy for the trick-or-treaters, spooky story time, festive crafts, and even some spirits for the adults. Get ready for a ghostly getaway at the JH Adams Inn.
For the Costume-Enthusiast
If you’ve been planning this year’s costume since November 1st of last year, High Point has plenty of options for you to show off your creativity. Whether that’s the iconic Beer & Fear Bash or the Artshow and Costume Contest at the Brewer’s Kettle, you’ll be able to compete for best-dressed at some of the best venues in High Point.
Saturday, October 29th | 7 pm
The Brewer’s Kettle | 1813 N. Main St. | High Point, NC
The Brewer’s Kettle will be hosting a free Beer and Wine tasting, artist reception, and costume party! Head out in your most creative costume and enjoy lots of treats and no tricks!
“Walk the Plank” Halloween Party
Saturday, October 29th | 4 pm-2 am
Plank Street Tavern | 138 Church Ave. | High Point, NC
This Halloween party has it all—live music, Halloween cocktails, and a costume contest! Come for the live music, stay for the witching good time!
Saturday, October 29th | 7 pm-2 am
Castle McCulloch | 3925 Kivett Dr. | Jamestown, NC
There is no party quite like the Beer & Fear Bash. This 21-and-up, costume-required party promises to be a night you won’t forget!
For the Festive-Crafter
Filling a pumpkin with succulents or designing the perfect Thanksgiving centerpiece? Sign us up! There are plenty of opportunities to get crafty this fall and fill your home with the sights and smells of pumpkin spice season.
Pumpkin Succulent Event at the Mantel Mercantile
Saturday, October 15th | 10 am-11:30 am
The Mantel Mercantile | 1109 N. Main St. | High Point, NC
Create an adorable and festive succulent arrangement that will last all season! Grab your friends and get in the festive spirit with this one-of-a-kind pumpkin craft.
Pumpkin Decorating in the Historical Park
Saturday, October 15th | 10 am-4:30 pm
High Point Museum | 1859 E. Lexington Ave. | High Point, NC
Craft the perfect fall centerpiece at High Point Museum with your whole family! This event is free and welcomes kids of all ages.
Pumpkin Centerpiece in the Little Red Schoolhouse
Saturday, October 29th | 10 am-2 pm
High Point Museum | 1859 E. Lexington Ave. | High Point, NC
Design the perfect pumpkin centerpiece to stay on your table through Thanksgiving. You’ll get to do your decorating in the historic Little Red Schoolhouse. This is a free, kid-friendly event.
For the Cider-Sipper
If your favorite part of fall is sipping apple cider or maybe even a hot toddy while taking in the vibrant fall leaves, then we have the events for you. Stroll through Stock + Grain Assembly, head out to a classic fall festival, or get a little adventurous with a crisp morning on the lake!
Saturday, October 29th | 10 am- 12 pm
City Lake Park | 602 W. Main St. | Jamestown, NC
Take in the fall colors on a guided kayak tour at High Point City Lake Park. You can rent a single or tandem kayak to take in the beautiful season with friends. Be sure to bring along the thermos for this crisp autumn morning!
Sunday, October 30th | 11 am
Stock + Grain Assembly | 275 Elm St. | High Point, NC
Stock + Grain Assembly, home to Biscuits Brisket & Beer, Bevelry, Pop’s Mini Donuts, Damn Good Dogs, Yumi Sushi, and Message Coffee, will be hosting a costume contest and chili cook-off. There will also be festive decorations and candy for guests.
Saturday, November 5th | 12 pm-4 pm
121 Skeet Club Rd. | High Point, NC
For the second year in a row, Growing the Distance, inc. is hosting their fall festival, which celebrates the best of the season with activities, vendors, food trucks, and performances! Plus they have inflatables and games for the littles.
Be sure to check out these other can’t-miss events happening in High Point this fall season: Halloween Bash at Ziggy’s, the Aspire Halloween Dance, the Dia de los Muertos Event at High Point Museum, Flow into Fall at Stock + Grain Assembly, and the Claddagh Halloween Party with DJ Jon.