Halloween: Haunting Tales & Harvest Traditions

Schedule

Sat Oct 25 2025 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

1000 Merry Oak Way, Blacksburg, VA, United States, Virginia 24060 | Blacksburg, VA

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Step back in time this Halloween at Historic Smithfield for Haunting Tales & Harvest Traditions, a festive, family-friendly celebration steeped in Appalachian folklore, colonial customs, and early American storytelling.
What to Expect:
-Live music by Corbin Hayslette and his New River Buddies
-Apple cider pressing
-Walking tours of the Preston Family Cemetery
-Living history demonstrations: blacksmithing, spinning, colonial militia displays
-Herbal booth with CJ from Jean’s Apothecare
-Old-time crafts: turnip carving, candle dipping, grapevine wreaths, and more
-Meet a pony (generously provided by Katie & Jef Graham)
-Pop-up bookshop featuring spooky reads from Blacksburg Books
-Live music by Corbin Hayslett and his New River Buddies
-Fall treats & local vendors offering autumnal goods
-Kids’ costume contest with prizes
-Admission: Free!
Proudly sponsored by Brown Insurance.
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Where is it happening?

1000 Merry Oak Way, Blacksburg, VA, United States, Virginia 24060

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Historic Smithfield

Host or Publisher Historic Smithfield

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