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Looking for something fun to do with your family this weekend in Franklin County and Southern Middle Tennessee? We’ve rounded up the top events, festivals, and activities happening right here in our community. For an overall view, head over to the Calendar page!

1. Featured Event of the Weekend 🎉

Event Name: Halloween Truck or Treat
🕒 Friday, October 31⋅5:00 – 8:00pm
📍 3739 Annex, 803 Dinah Shore Blvd Bldg 357, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ Free
➡️ Food Trucks, Music, Candy…..5:00 – 8:00 pm Family Friendly

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2. Family-Friendly Events 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

FRIDAY EVENTS

Event Name: Trunk or Treat at The Waters
🕒 Friday, October 31⋅8:30 – 10:00am
📍 1360 Bypass Rd, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ Free
➡️ Join us for a #TrickOrTreat at The Waters of Winchester on October 31st from 3:30 – 5:00 PM for: 🍬 Lots of Candy ✨ Fun & laughter with our residents 🕸️ A Spooktacular Time! Bring your costume, your sweet tooth, and your spooky spirit—we can’t wait to see you there! 👻🎉 🍫 Now accepting candy donations! 🍫.

Event Name: Halloween Costume party
🕒 Friday, October 31⋅9:00am – 12:00pm
📍 74 Clover Dr, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ Free
➡️ Halloween Costume Party!!!! Bunco, Costume contest, Games, Food, Fun & Prizes!!!

Event Name: Trick or Treat- Viva Senior Living @ Franklin Manor
🕒 Friday, October 31⋅4:00 – 7:00pm
📍 3619 Cowan Hwy, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ Free
➡️ Viva Senior Living at Franklin Manor presents Trick or Treat. Come join us on Friday October 31st!

Event Name: Trunk or Treat
🕒 Friday, October 31⋅4:00 – 6:00pm
📍 403 S Jefferson St, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ Free
➡️ Go ahead and put this on your calendar guys! We will be here October 31 from 4-6 or until all the candy’s gone!

Event Name: Estill Springs Spook-Tacular Halloween Bash
🕒 Friday, October 31⋅5:00 – 8:00pm
📍 Park St, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ Free
➡️ Candy Stations – Music and Games – First Responder Vehicles – and more.

Event Name: Trunk or Treat
🕒 Friday, October 31⋅5:30 – 7:30pm
📍 202 Main St, Monteagle, TN 37356
🎟️ Free
➡️ 🎃 Join us for Trunk or Treat in Monteagle! 🍬 Get ready for a fun-filled evening of food, candy, and family fun — perfect for the kids! 👻 📍 202 Main Street, Monteagle, TN 🕠 Friday, October 31 | 5:30–7:30 PM ✨ Stop by Paco’s Cantina & Sports Bar (Stop 2) and the Monteagle Fire Department (Stop 1) for treats, games, and community fun!

Event Name: Friday Night Magic @ Good Game!
🕒 Friday, October 31⋅6:00 – 11:00pm
📍 110 1st Ave SE, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ Normal Admission.
➡️ Get ready to tap into the magic! Our Friday Night Magic (FNM) events are the perfect gathering for Magic: The Gathering players of all levels. Whether you’ve been slinging spells for years or you’re just starting your deck, you’ll find a fun, welcoming environment to play, learn, and connect with fellow planeswalkers.

Event Name: Winchester’s 13th Gate – Haunted House @ Good Game Arcade
🕒 October 25, 2025, 12:00pm – October 31, 2025, 11:00pm
📍 110 1st Ave SE, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ $13 per person admission Kids 10 & under are FREE with a paid adult.
➡️ This Halloween season, Good Game Arcade is teaming up with the masters of horror at Nelson Manor to bring you something truly terrifying: Winchester’s 13th Gate Haunted House.

SATURDAY EVENTS

Event Name: Halloween Party at Brown’s
🕒 October 31, 2025, 12:00am – November 1, 2025, 1:00am
📍 203 Sycamore St N, Cowan, TN 37318
🎟️ Normal Admission.
➡️ Halloween Party at Brown’s Poolroom! Friday October 31st. Karaoke and prizes for best costumes. Stay posted as we announce the prizes!

Event Name: November 1st Bass Tournament
🕒 Saturday, November 1⋅7:00am – 3:00pm
📍 263 Fairview Campground Rd, Winchester, TN 37398
🎟️ Entry costs.
➡️ Come on out this Saturday for our next tournament. Hope to see everyone there!

Event Name: Turkey Shoots
🕒 Saturday, November 1⋅1:00 – 4:00pm
📍 308 Rock Creek Rd, Estill Springs, TN 37330
🎟️ $5 contribution furthers Lions Community Projects in Estill Springs
➡️ Mark your calendars – it’s almost time for our annual Turkey shoots. Hope you’ll join us.

Event Name: Cowan FBC and City of Cowan 2nd Annual Chili Cookoff
🕒 Saturday, November 1⋅5:00 – 7:00pm
📍 316 Cumberland St W, Cowan, TN 37318
🎟️ Free
➡️ Come join us for a night of fellowship, fun, activities, and some great chili.

Event Name: Health Series Video Seminars
🕒 Saturday, November 1⋅5:00 – 6:30pm
📍 200 S Diagonal St, Decherd, TN 37324
🎟️ Free
➡️ Health series being shown at 5pm every Sabbath (Saturday/7th Day) in the Church. Everyone is welcome and bring a friend. You can see the previous videos on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYZ9w72rBzk

SUNDAY EVENTS

Event Name: ATC Group
🕒 Sunday, November 2⋅12:00 – 2:00pm
📍 204 Cumberland St E, Cowan, TN 37318
🎟️ Free
➡️ Come join us for a session of making Artist Trading Cards. These are small works (2 1/2″ x 3 1/2″). Bring your own supplies or use some of ours. At the end of the session, we often trade cards.

Event Name: Fall Festival
🕒 Sunday, November 2⋅5:00 – 8:00pm
📍 1558 Wilder Chapel Rd, Decherd, TN 37324
🎟️ Free
➡️ Chili, hot dogs, cake walk, s’mores and more. Fall pics for $5 with a portion going to the building fund. Buy raffle tickets from for football team wreaths.

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4. Worth the Drive 🚗

Event Name: Trick or Treat around the Historic Rutherford County Square
🕒 Friday, October 31, 3:00pm – 5:00pm
📍 Liquid Smoke, 2 Public Sq, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, United States
🎟️ Free
➡️ Join us for a safe, family-friendly evening as local businesses welcome you to trick or treat around the charming public square. Bring your children in costume, explore the beautifully decorated shops, and gather plenty of candy and treats. This is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the spirit of Halloween, connect with our community, and support small businesses. Don’t miss the fun, come enjoy a spooktacular evening for the whole family!

Event Name: Rocket City’s Candy Cane Lane Market
🕒 Saturday, November 1⋅9:00am – 4:00pm
📍 3405 Triana Blvd SW, Huntsville, AL 35805-4641, United States
🎟️ Free
➡️ Rocket City’s Candy Cane Lane Market  Saturday, November 1st | 9 AM – 4 PM  Step into a winter wonderland in Huntsville at University Pickers’ Rocket City Candy Cane Lane Market!  Browse local vendors inside and outside, find unique gifts, sparkling Christmas décor, and one-of-a-kind treasures, and treat yourself to tasty bites from food trucks. Enjoy festive music and a joyful holiday atmosphere while getting into the holiday spirit.  Santa Claus is making a special appearance for photos with kids, pets, and the whole family—don’t miss your chance for a festive snapshot! Whether you’re shopping for holiday gifts, decorating your home, or enjoying fun family activities, Candy Cane Lane is the perfect place to celebrate the season and make lasting holiday memories.

Event Name A Decade of The Refindery!
🕒 Saturday, November 1 10:00am – November 2 5:00pm
📍 1300 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404-2933, United States
🎟️ Free
➡️ Join us for this two day event as we celebrate a decade of The Refindery! Whether you’re hunting for antiques, grabbing a bite, or just soaking in the festive holiday vibe, we will have plenty to offer. Christmas festivities, outside makers & dealers, Food Trucks and big giveaways

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5. Dad’s Pick of the Weekend 🔧

My pick this weekend will have to be Halloween Truck or Treat at the Farmer’s Market. It should bring in plenty of local vendors and the kids will love getting more candy!

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