Spooky events throughout October
Highlights
Abingdon Halloween 2024
Abingdon Virginia transforms into a Spooktacular destination throughout the month of October! Check out a sampling of fun Halloween themed events happening all throughout town.
Spirt Tours with the Haint Mistress
Throughout October
Abingdon’s rich history predates the American Revolution, and Donnamarie Emmert, the Haint Mistress of Abingdon, shares some of its secrets, legends, and ghost stories on her guided Spirit Tours. She has been sharing the Town’s tales for over 25 years. Having a Master’s Degree in Storytelling, an outrageous love for of all things Halloween-y and that go bump in the night, and a ferocious attraction to history, she combines these skills into a memorable entertainment.
An Evening with the Spirits
Saturday October 12
Our Fall presentation is a one hour seated event hosted by some of the more popular Spirits from past Summer Cemetery Tours. Tickets will be on sale at 6:30 PM at the Cemetery gate for $5 per person (CASH ONLY). Seating will be on the grass lawn in front of the cemetery cabin. We may have a few chairs available but we ask that you bring your own chairs and blankets if possible. The one hour presentation will begin at 7:00 PM. There is nothing scary about the presentations or the location. The content is appropriate for families; however, young children may not understand the spirits and may become bored. The cemetery is located at the intersection of Russell Rd. and Valley St. in Abingdon, directly behind the Historical Society building at 341 West Main St. There is free parking either along the street or in the Society parking lot. To reach the cemetery from Interstate 81 in Virginia, take Exit 17, Abingdon, Virginia. Turn North off the exit onto Cummings St. After 0.8 miles, turn left onto W. Main Street for 0.2 miles. For more information please call 276-623-8337 during our regular business hours.
Horror Writing Class
Thursday October 17 6:00 P.M.
Join us on Thursday October 17th at 6:00 p.m. for our Horror themed creative writing class! Classes typically last between 1 hour and 1.5 hours. Classes are held in-person at The Book Cellar in Abingdon, Virginia. Our address is 112 Court Street, Abingdon, Virginia 24210.We are located in the back of Wolf Hills Coffee.Tickets are on sale now via online or in-person during the event.
Sweetbay Oktoberfest
Saturday October 19 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Save the date for this epic day of good beer, food, games and contests, and authentic German polka music provided by the Appalachian Freunde Polka Band.Oma's Eats and Treats will be selling their very delicious spread of authentic German fare all day; and we plan to be outdoors enjoying a beautiful fall Saturday together in our beautiful mountain town.
Main Street Trick or Treat
Saturday October 26 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The third annual Main Street Trick-or-Treat will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024, starting at 4:00 p.m. and ending at 6:30 p.m. Come out and enjoy a fun and safe evening of community and candy. This year's footprint will follow previous years, from the Abingdon Police Department to Tanner Street in historic Abingdon. Again this year, make plans to stop by the Abingdon Visitor Center lawn at 208 W. Main Street, where we will be hosting a variety of candy givers and other fun tricks and treats!
Monster Mash @ Wolf Hills Coffee
Saturday October 26 7:00 P.M.
Don your killer costume, brush up on those funky dance moves, and get ready for a night of spine-chilling fun at this epic Monster bash for grown-ups! Sip on bewitching drink specials and munch on ghoulish goodies - it's gonna be a scream!
