While Adams, Tennessee may seem to be the epicenter for Halloween celebrations because of the Bell Witch, there are actually activities all over the county. Here is a list of a number of those events.
1Bell Witch Fall Festival
October 19-21 and 26-28
Spirit: The Authentic Story of the Bell Witch of Tennessee
Bell School Community Complex Auditorium and Brooksher Outdoor Pavilion
7617 Highway 41N
Adams, Tennessee
(615) 696-1300
https://www.bellwitchfallfestival.com/
Time: Grounds open at 5:30 p.m., Show Begins at 7:00 p.m.
Cost: Tickets start at $20
Since the Fall of 2002, as part of the Bell Witch Festival, David Alford’s play “Spirit: The Authentic History of the Bell Witch of Tennessee” has been performed on the grounds of Bell School in Adams, Tennessee. The very land where John Bell settled and the hauntings took place. The festival provides a unique opportunity for amateur and professional actors, musicians and technical staff to use their skills and talents under the direction of experienced directors and producers to bring the tale to life. SPIRIT is based on Richard William Bell’s memoir entitled, “Our Family Trouble.” Buy tickets here.
2Springfield Robertson County Scair-Port Spooktacular
October 21
4432 Airport Road
Springfield,Tennessee
Event Information
Time: 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
The event will offer a helicopter candy drop weather permitting, prizes for the best decorated airplane, food trucks, music, a bouncy house and more. Special event tee shirt is available in advance.
34th Annual Halloween Bash
October 28
Greenbrier Louise Martin Park
123 Park Court
Greenbriar, Tennessee
Time: TBD
Cost: Free
This is a city-wide event for the citizens and surrounding communities of Greenbrier, TN. We would like to invite everyone out for a great and spooky time! As part of the event, they will be having donation boxes set up for a children’s coat drive. New or lightly used coats for the Braxton Strong Foundation.
4Boo Bash Dash
October 28
Robertson County Fair Grounds
4635 U. S. Highway 41
Springfield, Tennessee
https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Springfield/BooBashDash
Time: 8:30 a.m. check-in
Cost: $15-$40
The Boo Bash Dash benefitting CASA is back. It is Springfield’s favorite 5K and one mile fun run. Runners and walkers can enjoy the fall foliage. The 5K race begins at the ballfields in the back of the park and runs along the Greenway until the 2.5K turn around mark. This is a paved course with only minor elevation, perfect for experienced and beginning runners alike! The 5K will be timed by A Matter of Timing using chipped bibs. The Fun Run/Walk will not be timed. Parking will be available at the back of the park near the ballfields, in front of the pavilion.
There will also be a costume contest. It’s Halloween after all! Everyone wearing a costume will be entered. Prizes will be given for First, Second, and Third place! Bring your friends, bring your kids, bring your dog and have a little fun while exploring one of the most beautiful walking areas in Robertson County.
5Trick or Treat at Honeysuckle Hill Farm
October 28
1765 Martins Chapel Church Road
Springfield, Tennessee
https://honeysucklehillfarm.com/pages/special-events
Time: 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Cost: Beginning at $21.95
Ghosts, Goblins, and Ghouls! Oh my! Children 12 and under can dress as your favorite character and Trick or Treat at various locations around the farm. While supplies last.
6Halloween on the Square – Springfield
October 31
Springfield City Hall
405 North Main Street
Springfield, Tennessee
springfieldcitygov.tn
Hours: 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Be a part of the annual tradition of trick-or-treating in downtown Springfield around the square. Look for the “Trick or Treat Here” signs in the windows of participating businesses.
7Halloween on the Square – Gallatin
October 31
Historic Downtown Gallatin
146 North Water Avenue
Gallatin, Tennessee
http://downtowngallatin.com
Hours: 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Bring your preschool-aged children to beautiful Downtown Gallatin for a fun-filled day of trick-or-treating with the merchants on the Square.
