Mooresville events to early December: the Candy Grab Oct. 30, Monster Mash Oct. 31, the Veterans Day Parade Nov. 11 and the Christmas parade 3 p.m. Nov. 24.

Last checked Oct. 26, 2026. This page is rebuilt on the first of each month; the November edition replaces it on Nov. 1. Every listing links to the organizer: the Town of Mooresville’s Arts & Events office and the Mooresville Downtown Commission’s monthly calendar and 2026 events page. Times can change; check with the organizer before you go.

October ends with Halloween weekend downtown: the Candy Grab on Friday, Oct. 30, and the Monster Mash on Main Street on Saturday, Oct. 31. November brings Veterans Week, with the parade at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, the Working Fingers Craft Show on Nov. 7, the Arts on Main weekend Nov. 20-22 and the Christmas parade at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24.

Who to call

Through Oct. 31

  • Fall for Downtown, JF Moore Park, Main Street at Center Avenue. Hundreds of mums, pumpkins and fall displays built by Brawley Garden Center, a free photo spot through Oct. 31. Downtown calendar.
  • Downtown Mooresville Social District, in place noon to 10 p.m. daily, with permitted businesses including 158 on Main, High Branch Brewing, Murto Made Distillery, On Tap Crafty Brews and Summit Coffee.
  • Pumpkin picking at Carrigan Farms, 1261 Oak Ridge Farm Highway, at N.C. 150 and N.C. 152. Hayrides out to more than 20 acres of pumpkins; reservations required. Farm page.
  • Scarrigan Farms Haunted Trail, at the same farm on select October nights; not for children under 12, reservations required. Booking site.
  • Early voting for the Nov. 3 election runs through Oct. 31, including at the War Memorial Building, 220 N. Maple St. See our voting guide.

Exhibitions

  • Artoberfest Judged Show and Competition, Mooresville Arts, 103 W. Center Ave., through Nov. 12. The 44th annual show of local artists; gallery open Tuesday to Saturday. Show page. More in our arts and exhibitions guide.

Friday, Oct. 30

  • 3 to 5 p.m.: Downtown Mooresville Candy Grab. Downtown businesses hand out thousands of pieces of candy, with appearances by Mooresville Fire and Police. Costumes welcome; it ends promptly at 5 p.m. More in our Halloween guide.
  • 6 to 9 p.m.: pumpkin carving, Stardust Cellars, 228 N. Main St. Tickets include supplies. Downtown calendar.

Saturday, Oct. 31

  • 8 to 11:30 a.m.: household hazardous waste drop-off, Iredell County facility, 354 Twin Oaks Road, Statesville; county residents only. See our trash guide.
  • 4 to 6 p.m.: Trails & Treats, Troutman ESC Park, Troutman. A free trick-or-treat trail, the Town of Troutman says.
  • 6 to 9 p.m.: Downtown Mooresville Monster Mash, Main Street. Live music by Rehab, Oray Band and Reup Tha Boss, a costume contest and specialty drinks, with 158 on Main and Waves Entertainment. Downtown calendar.

November, to Thanksgiving week

  • 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 2: POW/MIA Flag Processional and Ceremony, from Richard’s Coffee Shop, 165 N. Main St., to Town Hall, 413 N. Main St. Town page.
  • Tuesday, Nov. 3: Election Day. Polls are open 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. See our voting guide.
  • 8 to 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 5: Veterans Breakfast, Charles Mack Citizen Center. Free for veterans and families; reservations required.
  • 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7: Working Fingers Craft Show, Charles Mack Citizen Center, 215 N. Main St. The 50th show. See our craft show page.
  • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7: “One Nation Under God” Veterans Luncheon, Richard’s Coffee Shop. Free for veterans and one guest.
  • Saturday, Nov. 7: Lake Norman Philharmonic ensemble, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s Cornelius branch, about eight miles south. The time is not yet posted. Orchestra’s events page.
  • Wednesday, Nov. 11: Veterans Day. A memorial ceremony at 11 a.m. at Glenwood Memorial Park, 273 Glenwood Drive, then the Veterans Day Parade at 1 p.m. on Main Street, which closes before and during it. See our Veterans Day page.
  • From 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, and Sunday, Nov. 15: Rural Hill Sheepdog Trials and Dog Festival, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville. Rural Hill.
  • 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19: Fall Speaker Series with author Kelly Mustian, an off-site Mooresville Public Library program for adults; registration required. Library calendar.
  • From Friday, Nov. 20: Speedway Christmas, Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord, 6 to 10 p.m. nightly through Jan. 3. See our holiday lights page.
  • 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20: “A First Look” reception, Mooresville Arts, opening the holiday shows. $50. Arts on Main.
  • Saturday, Nov. 21, and Sunday, Nov. 22: Mooresville Fine Arts Festival, Charles Mack Citizen Center, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Free admission and parking. Festival page.
  • 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22: “Letters From Home,” Mooresville Performing Arts Center, 161 N. Magnolia St. A free 1940s-style show; no tickets, first come, first served. Town page.
  • 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24: Mooresville Christmas Parade, south down Main Street from Statesville Avenue. Main Street closes in sections from noon, and there is no rain date. See our Christmas parade page.

Thanksgiving weekend and early December

  • Thursday, Nov. 26: Mooresville/Lake Norman Turkey Trot, The Christian Mission, 919 N. Main St. Kids Fun Run at 8:30 a.m., 5K at 9 a.m.; the 5K is $40 until Oct. 31. Race page. See our Thanksgiving page.
  • 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Nov. 27: Plaid Friday Sip and Shop, downtown.
  • Saturday, Nov. 28: Small Business Saturday, downtown specials and open houses all day. See our holiday shopping guide.
  • 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4: Mistletoe Sip & Shop, downtown open houses with treats and a strolling barbershop quartet. Downtown events.
  • Coming next: the Lake Norman Philharmonic’s holiday concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, and A Classic Christmas downtown Friday, Dec. 11.

Canceled

  • The Oct. 3 Festival of Food Trucks was canceled for forecast storms, the downtown commission said. It was the last one of the 2026 season.

What this means for you

  • Halloween weekend is the big one downtown: Candy Grab Friday afternoon, Monster Mash Saturday night.
  • Early voting ends Oct. 31; Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3.
  • The Veterans Day Parade closes Main Street around 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, and the Christmas parade closes it in sections from noon Tuesday, Nov. 24.
  • Register for the Turkey Trot by Oct. 31 to beat the price rise.

More: things to do this weekend, arts and exhibitions, fall festivals and pumpkin patches, parking and getting around, road work and closures and parks and trails.

Big annual events: Working Fingers Craft Show, A Classic Christmas, Bands, Brews & BBQ and Mooresville Day x Race City Festival.

Frequently asked questions

What is happening in Mooresville at the end of October 2026?

Downtown businesses hand out candy from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, and the Monster Mash fills Main Street from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31. Troutman holds a free treat trail from 4 to 6 p.m. on Halloween.

When is the Mooresville Candy Grab?

Friday, Oct. 30, from 3 to 5 p.m. downtown. The Mooresville Downtown Commission says it ends promptly at 5 p.m., so arrive early.

When is the Mooresville Veterans Day Parade?

1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, on Main Street. The Town of Mooresville says Main Street closes to traffic before and during the parade; our Veterans Day page has the full week.

When is the Mooresville Christmas parade in 2026?

The 82nd parade is 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, heading south on Main Street from Statesville Avenue. Main Street closes in sections from noon, and there is no rain date.

Is there a Turkey Trot in Mooresville?

Yes. The Mooresville/Lake Norman Turkey Trot starts at The Christian Mission, 919 N. Main St., on Thanksgiving, Nov. 26: the Kids Fun Run at 8:30 a.m. and the 5K at 9 a.m. The 5K is $40 until Oct. 31.