Upcoming fall events in Farragut
The fun begins with Town of Farragut’s 2nd Annual Fall Trail, which takes place now through Friday, Oct. 31.
“This year, the trail will feature a curated list of local stops, where you can sip, shop and explore everything you love about fall,” the Town’s website stated. “Fill out your paper or digital passport as you go and discover the unique autumn offerings that make Farragut a perfect destination.”
Registration for this event will open soon.
Another Town-sponsored event is the annual Freaky Friday Fright Nite, which is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24, at Mayor Bob Leonard Park, 301 Watt Road. This event is free and open to the public.
Held rain or shine, children ages 12 and younger and their families can don their favorite costumes and walk along the park’s trail, stopping by booths to get treats from local businesses and community groups, according to the Town of Farragut website. Additionally, there will be games and prizes.
Also, “participants are encouraged to bring donations for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Knoxville; a list of needed items can be found on the Town of Farragut website, townoffarragut.org”
Another fall event is being hosted by Pinnacle Turkey Creek.
“Pinnacle Turkey Creek is excited to announce Harvest Jam, a fall celebration for the whole family, taking place from 5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30,” Pinnacle marketing manager Gabi Walsh stated in a press release.
“Guests can enjoy a lively evening of seasonal fun, interactive activities, local vendors and festive trick-or-treating throughout the property.
“This year’s Harvest Jam features Holes to Go, offering a fun, interactive Putt-Putt game activity for guests of all ages,” she said. “Local vendors will also be on hand, including Greenlings Plants, TVA Credit Union, Century Fire Protection and Rocky Top Pet Bakery, providing a variety of products, services and seasonal treats.
“Families can enjoy trick-or-treating at participating stores, such as Mountain High Outfitters, Buff City Soap, Sitka and Lizard Thicket Boutique, making it a perfect evening for kids to safely celebrate Halloween,” Walsh stated.
“Harvest Jam is one of our favorite events of the year at Pinnacle Turkey Creek,” she stated. “It’s a chance for the community to come together, enjoy a fun DJ and family-friendly activities. We’re excited to bring local vendors, festive fun and a memorable experience for attendees of all ages.
“Each year, Harvest Jam continues to grow, and we can’t wait to celebrate another amazing fall season with our neighbors and visitors,” she stated.
Harvest Jam is a free, family-friendly event designed to bring the community together for a night of fall fun and local shopping.”
Churches also are getting in the holiday spirit with their annual Trunk or Treats events, which provide a safer trick-or-treat experience. Church members decorate their cars, possibly don costumes and fill their car trunks with treats, so youngsters can make their rounds at the respective churches.
Trunk or Treats include:
• Concord United Methodist Church from 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 26, in the west parking lot of the church at 1020 Roane Drive.
“This family-friendly event will feature decorated trunks, festive treats and plenty of fall fun for children of all ages,” CUMC office manager Catherine Barnett said. “The afternoon promises to be a safe, joyful way to celebrate the season together. There will even be a contest for the most creatively decorated trunks.”
“Trunk or Treat is one of our favorite ways to connect families in our community,” CUMC senior pastor Will Cantrell said. “Every year, we look forward to seeing families having fun together and making new friends.”
For more information, call the church office, 865-966-6728 or visit ConcordUnited.org
• Faith Lutheran Church from 4 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 26, at the church parking lot, 225 Jamestowne Blvd.
• First Farragut United Community Church from 1:30 to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 29, at the church parking lot, 12733 Kingston Pike.
• St. John Neumann Catholic School’s PTMO’s event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25, in the back parking lot of the church, 645 St. John Court.
“We’re excited to invite our parish and school community to participate in our annual Trunk-or-Treat event,” a press release stated.
Prizes will be awarded for: Spookiest Trunk, Most Creative Trunk and Best Overall Trunk.
