Fall Festivals in Cleveland

The town of Cleveland, Tennessee, with its endless gazebos, coffee shops, and small town feel, gives the distinct impression of being a real life version of Stars Hollow from the beloved autumnal show Gilmore Girls. Those who venture Cleveland’s brightly foliaged streets cannot help but be infected with the autumn holiday spirit. The best way to get involved in both the community and the spirit of the town is, just as in Stars Hollow, our ever present fall festivals. Here is a list for those who are in search of such celebrations and are not sure where to look:

Cleveland Apple Festival - October 19

Located downtown, the Cleveland Apple Festival offers all of the treats made at Apple Valley Orchards, such as apple cider, apple cider donuts, and apple pies,  as well as many local craft and food vendors, live music and a petting zoo.

The Cleveland Apple Festival | Cleveland Apple Festival in Cleveland, TN

Mall-O-Ween - October 26

Often a volunteer opportunity for Gateway students, Bradley Square Mall hosts a fall festival with characters, costume contests, and candy.

Mall-O-Ween - Visit Cleveland TN

Toyota Trunk or Treat - October 26

Toyota of Cleveland’s ninth annual fall festival with decorated cars and plenty of candy for the Cleveland locals.

Trunk Or Treat With Toyota Of Cleveland | Toyota of Cleveland

B&B Marina’s Spook-tacular event - October 27

Visit the Marina for a fall festival full of hayrides, pumpkin painting, trick or treating and games.

B&B Marina's Spook-Tacular Event - Visit Cleveland TN

Spirits, Legends, and Lore - October 29

Located at the courthouse square, this annual event unites local storytellers to relay local haunts and tales the week of Halloween.

15th Annual Spirits, Legends & Lore - Visit Cleveland TN

Fort Hill Historic Cemetery Tour - October 27t

These tours are hosted by Lee’s very own capstone history majors, who dress as major Cleveland historic figures and prepare performances on each to be witnessed at this Halloween cemetery tour.

Fort Hill Cemetery | Tennessee River Valley (tennesseerivervalleygeotourism.org)

Halloween Block Party - October 31

Cleveland’s best known fall festival; like the Apple Festival, it will take place downtown and there will be food, craft vendors, and live music. Wear your best costume and join the community to devour all the candy the Mars factory has to offer.

Downtown Halloween Block Party | Facebook