Your Weekend Guide for October 31 – November 2, 2025

As the spooky season prepares for its grand finale, the Tri-Cities region is closing out October with one last burst of fall festivals, trick-or-treats, costume parades, and pumpkin-filled fun. 🍬🎃

This is the final Halloween-themed weekend of the month — so if you haven’t gotten your fill of candy, costumes, or corn mazes, now’s the time to get out there and make those haunting memories count!

Whether you're taking the kids trick-or-treating downtown, dressing up your pup for a paw parade, or just soaking up the last golden hours of October, there's a festive event waiting for you.

🏙 Johnson City & Nearby

🎭 Downtown Trick‑or‑Treating – Johnson City (Friday, Oct 31)

🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Downtown Johnson City opens its doors (and storefronts) for a fun, safe trick‑or‑treating experience. Families are invited to dress up, stroll through participating businesses, and collect treats.
Cost: Free! A perfect low‑stress option.
👟 Tip: Come early for best spot, park outside main downtown block, and bring a bag for goodies.

🌽 Jonesborough & Rogersville

🐾 Lick‑or‑Treat Paw Parade – Jonesborough (Saturday, Nov 1)

🕓 2:00 PM
Location: Tennessee Tails Pet Boutique, 111 E Main St, Jonesborough, TN
Costume your furry friend and join the dog parade down Main Street—fun, friendly, and paws‑itively cute. Participation is small fee (~$10) for parade entries; spectators free. Proceeds benefit the Washington County Humane Society.
Why go: Combines pet passion + Halloween charm + community spirit.

🎨 Haunted Art & Fall Fest – Rogersville (Saturday–Sunday)

Various events in Rogersville around the weekend including heritage‑style fall fairs, crafts, and possibly costume‑friendly afternoons. Many are free or low cost—check town calendar for details.
Cost: Free to low cost.
Why go: Romantic small‑town fall experience, perfect for families to ease into Sunday.

🍬 Bristol & Bluff City

🎃 Pumpkin Palooza & Halloween Parade – Downtown Bristol (Saturday, Nov 1)

• 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Pumpkin Palooza at Downtown Center

• 9:45 AM – Costume Contest at Cumberland Park

• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Trick‑or‑Treating with downtown businesses

• 7:00 PM – Halloween Parade on State Street
  Cost: Free admission; treat purchases and food separate. Family‑friendly and big on community.
  👨‍👩‍👧 Tip: Spend the morning at Pumpkin Palooza for crafts, aim for the contest window, then return in the evening for downtown trick‑or‑treat + parade. Parking can get busy later—arrive early.

🚂 Ghostly Night Ride – (nearby) Ghost Train at Tweetsie Railroad (Saturday night)

While slightly outside the Tri‑Cities core, this is worth mention for families seeking a little “haunted ride” fun.
When: Saturday night
Cost: Ticketed (Adults ~$65, Children ~$45)
Why go: Haunted train ride, freaky forest, spooky environment—ideal for older kids/families.

🎃 Greeneville, Kingsport, Elizabethton

🍭 Halloween Happenings – Greeneville (Friday, Oct 31)

🕓 ~4:00 PM onward
Downtown Greeneville hosts “Halloween Happenings” with candy, costume contests, chalk drawings, kids’ activities. Free to attend.
Why go: A strong community gathering with less drive than major hubs.

🍦 Trunk‑or‑Treat & Fall Festival – Kingsport & Elizabethton

Multiple mid‑day trunk‑or‑treat events and fall festivals are scheduled across Kingsport and Elizabethton. Most are free for families, with optional food/craft purchases. Always check local Facebook/event boards for times and details.
Why mention: Practical for families seeking early‑day events before evening plans.

🗺 Sample Itinerary for Your Family Weekend

Friday (Oct 31):

• 4:00 PM – Downtown Trick‑or‑Treating in Johnson City

• Evening – Casual family dinner, add early bedtime for little ones

Saturday (Nov 1):

• Morning: Pumpkin Palooza in Bristol (9:00–11:30)

• Afternoon (2:00 PM): Paw Parade in Jonesborough

• Late Afternoon (5:00–7:00): Downtown Bristol Trick‑or‑Treat

• Evening (7:00): Halloween Parade in Bristol

• Optional: Older kids head to Ghost Train late evening

Sunday (Nov 2):

• Optional: Explore small‑town festivals in Rogersville/Greeneville or take a relaxed fall drive

• Wind down and enjoy coffee & donuts downtown

🧠 Fun Facts About Why We Love This Time of Year

• Candy + costumes = less stress: Studies show families spend more time on activities than spending on costumes or candy.

• Fall festival mindset: The crisp air + warm drinks + community energy make these weekends feel special.

• Ghost photos are fascinating: Believe it or not, many “ghost pics” are due to long‑exposure shots or mist reflecting light—so bring your camera and imagination.

🍂 Final Thoughts: The Last of the Spooky Season

As Halloween weekend wraps up and the calendar flips to November, this marks the end of our October adventures — the final chance to enjoy costumed fun, fall parades, and pumpkin play before the winter holidays start knocking.

The Tri-Cities has shown up all month long with everything from haunted trains to pet parades — and this weekend is your chance to squeeze in that last bit of spooky magic. 🎃✨

Next week, we’ll shift gears to spotlight harvest festivals, Veterans Day events, holiday markets, and more, so stay tuned!

Until then, enjoy the last flicker of Halloween, fill up those treat bags, and as always...

🍁 Stay spooky, stay adventurous, and trailblaze into November! 🎉🧡