Local Fall, Halloween Events

McKenzie Boo Bash is Thursday
McKenzie’s 11th Annual Boo Bash is Thursday, October 24, 5:30-8:30 p.m. in downtown McKenzie. It is an annual event that attracts children and their families from throughout the tri-counties and beyond. The event has grown into one of McKenzie’s best attended events. The event includes trunk or treating along Broadway Street, bouncy houses, cake walk, best trunk contest, best costume contests, haunted train rides, bail-me-out fundraiser.

Hot dogs, chips and drinks are available by the City of McKenzie for $5 cash.

Caramel apples are available by Bethel University for $4 cash.

Costume contests are ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-9, 10-14, and families.

The event is sponsored by the City of McKenzie and Bethel University. It is free to the public.

McKenzie Elementary Fall Festival is Saturday
The McKenzie Elementary School PTO hosts its annual Fall Festival fundraiser Saturday, October 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the campus at 165 Brooks Avenue.

Activities include a silent auction, cake walk, games, food, a children’s costume contest and the crowning of the Fall Festival king and queen.

For more information, contact MES at 731-352-5272.

Snow White At Lakeside Senior Living Center
On Thursday, October 31, 6-8 p.m., Lakeside Senior Living Community is hosting a Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Experience.

On Station 1 — Visit the Evil Witch and her Magic Mirror and receive a tasty red apple.

Station 2 — Capture a photo of your trick or treater with Snow White herself.

Station 3 — Receive some sweet candy gems mined by the Seven Dwarfs.

Station 4 — A handsome prince will award you with a chocolate candy kiss.

Visit us for the fun at Lakeside, 390 Dr. Smith Lane, McKenzie.

Long Heights Baptist Church Trunk or Treat 
Come join us at Long Heights Baptist Church on October 27, 2024 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for Food, Candy Cannon, Live Music, and Trick or Treating. Located at 260 Old Paris Road in McKenzie. 

First Baptist Church McKenzie Fall Festival
You are invited to attend First Baptist Church McKenzie's Fall Festival on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 619 Stonewall Street North.  There will be hot dogs, snacks, games, and prizes.

Haunted House at War Zone
War Zone Ax N Tag, 12915 US-79, McKenzie, hosts a haunted house every weekend in October. Hours are 7 p.m.-midnight on Friday and Saturday, 5-10 p.m. on Sunday. It will be open on Halloween night, Thursday, October 31 from 7 p.m.-midnight. For more information, call 731-251-3099.

McKenzie Memorial Library October Events
Join us at the McKenzie Memorial Library for a spellbinding series of events this October! Mark your calendars and bring your friends for an enchanting experience. On Tuesday, October 22, dive into the magical world of potion-making as we create potion sensory bottles. Let your imagination bubble and brew with this fun, hands-on activity! On Monday, October 28, get into the Halloween spirit by decorating foam skulls. This creative event is perfect for those who love to craft and embrace the spooky season! On Thursday, October 31, celebrate Halloween with a chilling session of spooky stories. Gather around as we delve into tales that will send shivers down your spine! All events take place at 3:30 p.m. We look forward to welcoming all ages for free fun at McKenzie Memorial Library!

Huntingdon Primary Fall Festival is Saturday
Huntingdon Primary School Hosts its Fall Festival Saturday, October 26 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. with games, face paint, costume contest, trick-or-treating, cake walk, silent auction and more.

Carl Perkins 'Scare Away Child Abuse'

Carroll County Carl Perkins Center hosts "Scare Away Child Abuse" Trunk or Treat on October 31 from 5-7 p.m. at 50 Stone Ridge Cove in Huntingdon.

Trezevant Trick or Treat at the Park

Trezevant hosts Trick of Treat at the Park Saturday,  October 26 at 5 p.m. with a contume contest, karaoke and hot dogs.

Gleason School Fall Festival is Saturday
Gleason School hosts its Fall Festival Saturday, October 26 from 4-8 p.m.

Clarksburg Fall Festival is Friday
Clarksburg School’s Fall Festival is Friday, October 25 from 5-8 p.m. in the Joe Dan Wooten Gymnasium with fishing, cake walk, pick-up ducks, silent auction, face painting, toy walk, stinky feet game, ring toss, corn hole, treasure chest, Bingo and more. Concessions will be available. There will be a pumpkin contest for all ages and costume contests for birth through eighth grade.

Clarksburg 'Fall Festival in the 'Burg'

Fall Festival in the 'Burg is Saturday, October 26 at the park. Vendors from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Trunk or Treat from 5:30-6:30 p.m., movie at 6:45 p.m.

Gleason’s Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treat is being hosted by Tumbleweeds located at 547 E Union, Gleason on Thursday, October 31 from 6-8 p.m.

Carroll County Humane Society
The Humane Society is hosting Halloween bingo. Doors open at 1:30 pm. There is an all you care to eat soup, cornbread, and one dessert and drink for $10 per person.

There will be costume contests with prizes for age groups from children to adults.

Bingo Cards 10 for $5, 20 for $10 and 42 for $20

You can only play a card one time and will then need to discard it. Daubers are $1 or you can bring your own marker.

There is a prize for each game and a grand prize for the final game.

West Tennessee Medical Group, Pediatrics Paris Zoo and Boo
The West Tennessee Medical Group and Pediatrics Paris “Zoo and Boo” event is free and open to the public, so grab your costumes and join them for a frightfully fun night!

When: Thursday, October 31, 2024, 5-7 p.m.

Where: West Tennessee Medical Group and Pediatrics Paris, 243 Jim Drive Rd, Paris, TN

“Zoo and Boo” promises to be a spooktacular evening filled with fun activities for the whole family, including:

• Trunk or Treating: Collect treats from decorated trunks in a safe and festive environment.

• Games: Enjoy kid-friendly Halloween games to win prizes and have a blast.

• World’s Smallest Pumpkin Patch: Hunt for the tiniest pumpkins in this one-of-a-kind patch.

• Petting Zoo: Meet and interact with adorable animals—an unforgettable experience for the little ones!

In addition to the Halloween excitement, this event offers a chance to meet the local healthcare providers from the newly named West Tennessee Medical Group | Pediatrics Paris.

Trunk or Treat at TCAT Henry/Carroll
Free from 5-7 p.m. at 312 S. Wilson Street. We are located right across from Henry County High School. Faculty and staff will be set up in the front parking lot with decorated vehicles passing out candy to trick or treaters!

Spooktacular at Eiffel Tower Park
Get ready for a frightfully fun afternoon Saturday, October, 26 at the park! Costume Contests: Registration begins at 1 p.m. Prizes are awarded for each category!

1:30pm - birth to age 3; 2 p.m. - ages 4 to 7; 2:30pm - ages 8 to 11; 3 p.m. - ages 12 to 14; 3:30pm - family / group theme

Games Galore: Enjoy a variety of Halloween-themed games that are perfect for all ages.

Trick-or-Treating: Bring your little ghosts and goblins for a safe and fun trick-or-treating experience in the Splashpad!

Halloween Trail: Embark on a spooky adventure along our Halloween trail! Look for a few candy and game stops along the way.

Pumpkin Pete: Guess the weight of Pumpkin Pete and watch him get smashed at the end of the event!

Join us for a night of thrills, chills, and community fun! Bring your family and friends, and don’t forget to wear your costume!

For more info or to sign up: email kriderpac@gmail.com or call 731-644-2517

Holt Family Farms
Come visit the pumpkin patch for some fall family fun! Available is an agricultural learning area, playground and games, large and small hay maze, covered picnic area, concessions, tractor drawn hay rides, on farm market, petting zoo, and a chance to pick your own pumpkin right out of the field. There is also a variety of fall decorations for sale at our farm market. Don’t forget your camera because there will be many photo opportunities. We offer fun for all ages so visit us this fall!

Located at 461 Jewell Store Road, Dresden.

Hours of Operation: Sept 28 - Oct 26, Fridays 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Admission Costs: Ages 2 and Under Free; Military Member Free; Ages 3 and Up $10

Carroll County Carl Perkins Center Trunk or Treat
When: October 31 Time: 4:30–7 p.m.

Location: 50 Stone Ridge Cove, Huntingdon, TN.

Trunk or Treat at The Clay Sheds
The Trunk or Treat is held in the large building located at 1910 Whitlock Road, Paris, TN which does not require admission. Trunk or Treat is Saturday, October 26 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Fall at The Clay Sheds will be open as usual from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. - entering the activities areas does require a wristband/purchase of admission for $11 + tax per person. Prizes for “best of show” and “most original” trunk will be awarded at 3 p.m.

Honky Tonk Halloween
This is an adult event. Dance the night away under the Neon Moon! Live music by The Fajita Brothers, costume contests, a Halloween hayride deep into the hollers of Whitlock with some uninvited guests, food by Deep South Seafood, drinks, dancing and more.

Tickets are $15 in advance and $17.50 at the gate! This event is Saturday, October 26 at 7 p.m. at Future Visions Farms located at 1910 Whitlock Road, Paris, TN.