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FOOTHILLS—With Halloween right around the corner, many fun and fright-filled events are set to take place in the Foothills. From dance parties to costume contests to pumpkin carvings, there will be something that ghouls and goblins of every age can enjoy.

Kicking things off on Friday, October 25, downtown Saluda will transform into downtown “Spook-ya” with a variety of activities. The Halloween stroll begins at 4:30 p.m. and concludes at 6, where little monsters can collect treats, run around McCreery Park, and enjoy the downtown vibe. Additionally, Back Alley Barn will host a Halloween party on Saturday, October 26, with creative costumes and live music from Take 3.

Also, on October 26, the Landrum Halloween Stroll and Fall Festival will take place on North Trade Avenue from 5 to 7 p.m. The popular annual event will feature many opportunities for trick-or-treaters to fill up on candy, partake in fun games and activities, and participate in a costume contest set for 6 p.m. on stage next to Hare and Hound Pub. Halloween Bingo will also be held at Landrum Depot on Thursday, October 24.

In Mill Spring, Emberglow Outdoor Resort will hold a two-day celebration. On Friday, October 25, a spooky hayride will ensue through the park. An adult must accompany children under 18. On Saturday, October 26, the resort will host a pumpkin carving contest, an RV/Site decoration contest, and, of course, plenty of candy for trick-or-treaters. This will be followed by a costume contest and dance party at the pavilion.

On Halloween night, Polk will offer many Halloween Strolls, trunk-or-treats, and an all-around scary good time.

From 4 to 6 p.m., the Tryon Halloween Stroll will take place as local shops entertain trick-or-treaters. The costume contest, hosted by the Kiwanis Club in Tryon, begins at 6:30 p.m. by the clock tower. Additionally, for older creatures, a Halloween Party at the Fitzgerald will take place complete with specialty cocktails, costume prizes, tarot card readings, and live music from the Paper Crowns. The Fitzgerald Halloween Party is a 21-and-older event.

In Columbus, the annual Halloween Stroll will take place from 4 to 7 p.m. on the courthouse lawn. Attendees can meet the magical princesses, courageous warriors, and foul beasts that inhabit the land of Columbus while experiencing the community spirits of Halloween. Also, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office will host their Halloween event from 5 to 7 p.m.

Additionally, many churches, stores, fire departments, and other organizations look forward to giving out treats and jump scares, including Tryon Presbyterian Church on Friday, October 26, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and Green Creek Fire and Rescue on Halloween from 4 to 8 p.m.

Many of the community’s vineyards and wineries are hosting Halloween events for witches and wizards looking to enjoy their Halloween activities sipping on tasteful brews and potions. On Friday, October 25, from 7 to 10 p.m., Parker-Binns will host a Halloween party and costume contest; on Saturday, October 26, from 6 to 10 p.m., Overmountain Vineyards will be hosting a dance party; and on Sunday, October 27, Mountain Brook Vineyards will summon the hounds with their dog costume contest starting at 2 p.m.

As always, remember to drive responsibly and be cautious of others this Halloween season. We here at the Tryon Daily Bulletin wish you a Happy Halloween.