🍭 Candy, costumes, and a Chihuahua-mix with attitude: your Halloweekend hacks are here

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We’re in the final stretch of spooky season, and Knoxville's going out in style. From a galactic-themed bar to a 2-night Halloween bar crawl, there’s no shortage of ways to play dress-up this week.

Oh, and our soccer team just won a pro title! No big deal. 😏

Scroll right on to find your fun, then tell us about your costume, yeah?

📡 Where cocktails meet the cosmos

At Space Bar, every night’s a mission. Step aboard The Ark and sip your way through an intergalactic adventure: think glowing cocktails, galactic bites like Surfer Boy Pizza, and neon-soaked vibes that feel straight out of a sci-fi fever dream.

This month, the crew’s venturing Into the Upside Down, so brace for eerie lights, themed drinks, and a one-way trip to the coolest dimension in Knoxville. Learn more here.

🎅 Holiday lights without the hassle

From classic rooflines to festive showstoppers, Knox Fantasy Lights does it all: design, install, and even off-season storage.

• Clean, cozy curb appeal done right
• No clutter, no dark spots, no tangled cords
• Full takedown and storage included

👉 Click here to light up your holidays.

🕹️ Final Night Frights

Arcade of Horrors wraps up tomorrow night at Token Game Tavern. The lights are low, the games glow, and every corner feels alive with Halloween energy.

Families, friends, and longtime regulars crowd around pinball tables and old consoles, laughing between rounds. It’s playful, a little spooky, and completely local: one last night to celebrate October the Knoxville way. Learn more here.

🎃 When to Trick-or-Treat?

The Gist: There are no official trick-or-treating hours set by the City of Knoxville or Knox County, so plan on the usual Halloween evening rounds on Thursday, Oct. 31. Most families head out around dusk and wrap up by 9 p.m.

Why It Matters: Whether you’re handing out candy or escorting your little ghosts and goblins, you can follow neighborhood cues for timing. Downtown Knoxville hosts trick-or-treating from 4–8 p.m., and West Town Mall offers an indoor event for kids 12 and under from 5–8 p.m. on Halloween night. Read more here.

⚽ One Knoxville SC Makes History with First Pro Trophy

The Gist: Cheers rang out at Covenant Health Park as One Knoxville SC clinched its first-ever professional title, taking home the USL League One Players’ Shield with a 1-0 victory over Greenville Triumph SC. The win also secures Knoxville home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.

Why It Matters: It’s a landmark moment for Knoxville sports fans, marking the club’s rise in just four years.

What’s Next: The team hosts its first-ever playoff game at Covenant Health Park on Sunday, Nov. 2 at 4 p.m. Read more here.

Meet Nico, a 10-week-old, 6-lb Chihuahua mix who’s equal parts fluff and fun.

This busy little pup loves to play, explore, and cuddle up once he’s tuckered out.
He’s learning his potty manners and looking for a home where someone’s around most of the day to guide him along.

No apartments or young kids, please: his bark and sharp baby teeth are better suited to a house with grown-ups. Adoption fee is $175.

To learn more about this adorable boy, click HERE.

🍬 Community Trunk or Treat | McNabb Center | Knoxville | 10/30 | More
A family-friendly night of trick-or-treating from car to car with plenty of sweets and smiles.

🍬 Shoney’s Halloween Trunk or Treat | Chapman Hwy • Rutledge Pike • Powell | Knoxville | 10/31 | More
Sweet treats, spooky cars, and cozy family fun: turn Halloween into a new tradition!

👻 Market Square Trick-or-Treat | Downtown Knoxville | Knoxville | 10/31 | More
Candy, costumes, and downtown fun: local shops hand out treats while families explore.

🧵 Fine Craft Show | Expo Center | Knoxville | 10/31–11/02 | More
Discover the art of craftsmanship: jewelry, textiles, and treasures from TN’s finest makers.

🍂 AMBC Fall Fest | Baker Creek Preserve | Knoxville | 10/31–11/02 | More
A weekend of bikes and bonfires: ride, dance, and support Appalachian trail building.

🔥 The S’mores Run | Ijams Nature Center | Knoxville | 11/02 | More
Run (or stroll!) a 4-mile Greenway trail, then celebrate with a gooey S’mores party!

🎃 Official Halloween Bar Crawl | Check In @ Mirage/Skybox | Knoxville | 10/31–11/01 | More
2 nights of spooky costumes, creepy cocktails, and bar-hopping thrills across downtown!

👄 The Rocky Horror Picture | Tennessee Theatre | Knoxville | 10/31 | More
Join Riff Raff, Magenta, and Dr. Frankenfurter for a late-night movie party like no other.

🍫 Halloween Party | New Moon Rising Gifts & Goods | Knoxville | 10/31 | More
A cozy, mystical celebration with free goodie bags, tarot deck prizes, and more!

🎹 Mighty Musical Monday | Tennessee Theatre | Knoxville | 11/03 | More
Free noon concert featuring Freddie Brabson on the Mighty Wurlitzer and James Morris.

🍊 Grand Opening: Mimosas | 115 Mimosa Ave | Knoxville | 11/05 | More
Toast to new beginnings with all-day dining, cocktails, and a lively social scene!

🎬 Film Fest Knox | Regal Riviera Stadium 8 | Knoxville | 11/06–11/09 | More
Discover bold, regional, and international films at Knoxville’s premier fall film festival.

If you want to read any of our previous issues, check them out HERE on our website.