If you’re looking for Halloween fun for the entire family, this is the guide for you! There are a lot of 18+ and 21+ Halloween events to attend in Nashville, but below we’ve highlighted the best family-friendly Halloween events and activities.
Family-Friendly Halloween Events & Activities
The Ghost Tours of Nashville
September, October, and November 2025 (nightly)
The Ghost Tours of Nashville have been rated Nashville’s #1 Family-Friendly Ghost Tour! These tours are for all ages and run nightly at 8:00pm throughout September, October, and November 2025. Attendees can visit famous landmarks, including the Ryman Auditorium, and hear chilling tales of spirits that linger in Music City. Each experience is about 90 minutes. Tickets are $14.99 for ages 6-11, $29.99 for ages 12+, and free for ages 5 and under. The starting location is 553 Charlotte Street in Downtown Nashville.
Ghost Tours at The Hermitage
September 19, 2025, through October 31, 2025
The annual Ghost Tours at The Hermitage are back and will take place on select dates in September and October of 2025. This experience will feature a haunted tour of the mansion, grounds, and cemetery. There will be one tour at 6:30pm from September 19, 2025, through October 9, 2025, and two tours each night at 6:30pm and 8:30pm from October 10-31, 2025. Tickets are $60.
NOTE: These tours are not recommended for children under age 13
Fall Fun Fest at The Mall at Green Hills
October 11, 2025
The Fall Fun Fest at The Mall at Green Hills is Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Guests can expect a spooky, fun time featuring games, crafts, snacks, and more. Admission is free and open to all ages.
Boo at the Zoo
October 17, 2025, through November 1, 2025
The annual Boo at the Zoo will occur nightly from Friday, October 17, 2025, through Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm at the Nashville Zoo. These spooktacular nights will have ten trick-or-treating stations, a Fall Fun Zone, free spins on the Scary-Go-Round Carousel, animal shows, and more. Tickets are $23 Friday through Sunday and $19 Monday through Thursday. Children under age 2 receive free admission.
Spooky Sprint
October 18, 2025
The annual Spooky Sprint is taking place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Two Rivers Park. This fun, Halloween-themed 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon event is perfect for the whole family. There will be a kids’ dash for children ages 10 and under. Registration costs vary from $20.83-$65.46.
Twisted Tennessee
October 24, 2025
Twisted Tennessee is back with new tales! This annual event will take place on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 6:00pm to 10:00pm at Historic Travellers Rest. Journey through Tennessee history with impersonators telling twisted tales from the past. Tickets are $22 for adults (16+) and $14 for kids (10-15).
NOTE: This event is not recommended for children under age 10
Pumpkinfest
October 25, 2025
The annual Pumpkinfest is Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10:00am to 6:00pm in Downtown Franklin. This popular street festival attracts over 100,000 attendees and features 140+ arts and crafts vendors, 30+ food and drink vendors, costume contests, fun activities for kids, and amazing live entertainment. Admission is free. All ages are welcome.
Pups & Pints HOWL-oween Festival
October 25, 2025
The annual Pups & Pints HOWL-oween Festival is Saturday, October 25, 2025, from noon to 4:00pm at oneC1TY. Expect dog-centric activities, local pet vendors, food trucks, and a beer garden. For a chance to win some awesome prizes, make sure to dress up your pup! Admission is free. All ages are welcome.
Halloween Pooch Party
October 25-26, 2025
The annual Halloween Pooch Party is on Saturday and Sunday, October 25-26, 2025, from 9:00am to 5:00pm at Cheekwood. This two-day event will feature food trucks, dog vendors, live music, and costume contests. Event entry is included with a general admission ticket to Cheekwood.
Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert at The Schermerhorn Symphony Center
October 31, 2025 through November 2, 2025
Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert at The Schermerhorn Symphony Center will take place Friday, October 31, 2025, through Sunday, November 2, 2025. Expect a showing of Star Wars: A New Hope with live accompaniment from the Nashville Symphony. This film is rated PG. Ticket prices start at $62.
El DiÌa de los MuertosÂ
November 1-2, 2025
El DĂa de los Muertos is Saturday and Sunday, November 1-2, 2025, from 9:00am to 5:00pm at Cheekwood. This annual celebration brings the traditions of Mexico and Latin America to Nashville with traditional music, Latin and Aztec dance performances, hands-on activities for kids, and authentic cuisine. Event entry is included with a general admission ticket to Cheekwood.
Did we leave off a fun family-friendly Halloween event or activity in Nashville? Tell us about it in the comments!
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