Paws and Pumpkins went great! With 60+ entrants in the doggy costume contest there is sure to be stiff competition. Click the link below to cast your vote.
2025 Paws & Pumpkins Doggy Costume Contest Voting Form
Halloween is coming to Biltmore Park Town Square, and we’re celebrating with something extra special. On Thursday, October 23, Paws & Pumpkins takes over with a family and pet-friendly festival full of community, creativity, and costumed canines. From spooky fun for kids to four-legged friends in their Halloween best, it’s an afternoon you won’t want to miss. Here is a sneak peak of what’s waiting for you.
Dog Costume Contest: Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming is hosting a costume contest so bring your furry friends in their most festive and creative costumes for a chance to win the title of “Best Dressed Pup”, as well as some fantastic prizes. After a community vote, your pet could be crowned the winner of this costume contest and be featured on our website. Ready to show off your stylish pooch?
Not sure where to start? Swing by Mountain Pet Rescue’s Thrift Hound to get a head start on your festive outfits, all while contributing to a great cause.
Trick-or-Treating: Biltmore Park Town Square shops will hand out treats for kids (and maybe even a few for pups!), so be sure to come in a spooktacular costume and make the rounds.
To add even more fun, our friends at Printville will host a Decorate Your Candy Bag station, where kids can design and personalize their very own trick-or-treat tote before heading out to collect goodies. It’s the perfect way to kick off a festive evening of fun, creativity, and sweets!
With 20+ stores participating, you are sure to leave with a substantial load of sweets. Look out for a pumpkin in the window to know which shops are giving out candy or check out the full list below! Make sure to stop by the Biltmore Farms booth day-of for a map of the route.
Trick-or-Treating Participants:
Club Champion Western Carolina University
Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming Luella’s Bar-B-Que
Reeds Jewelers Sensibilities Day Spa
Galen College of Nursing Cold Stone Creamery
Brixx Wood Fired Pizza lululemon
Allen Tate | Beverly-Hanks Realtors First National Bank
Pet Adoption Info: Our friends over at ASPCA will be setting up and giving out information about their available adoptions. This will be a great opportunity to learn more about their adoption process and how you can support the ASPCA.
Farmers Market: Paws & Pumpkins is our final farmers market of the season, so come by and stock up. Our unmatched selection of seasonal goods is perfect to prepare you for cozy fall meals, festive gatherings, and Halloween fun. You can find everything from farm-fresh apples and produce to baked goods and handmade crafts. No matter what you’re looking for, the Biltmore Park Farmers Market has got you covered.
Pumpkin Patch: Get ready for Halloween at the Biltmore Park pumpkin patch! Nestled in the middle of our farmers market, you can stop by and pick out some great pumpkins for carving or cooking fresh seasonal recipes. Take your family, take some photos, and take home some of the best pumpkins in Western North Carolina.
Spooky STEM: Our friends at Zaniac will be mixing science and spooks with a set of special Halloween-themed STEM activities. Don’t miss out on this fun and fascinating hands-on opportunity.
Halloween Storytime: For our little ghouls and goblins, Barnes & Noble will be hosting a special Halloween Storytime. Sit down, cozy up, and enjoy the spirit of the season in a family-friendly celebration of Halloween fun.
And even more! From festive face painting to meeting the iDaph crew to prepare for the South Asheville Turkey Trot, there is sure to be something for every member of the family to enjoy.
Join us for Paws & Pumpkins on Thursday, October 23, from 3:00 to 6:30 PM, and don’t forget to bring your four-legged friends!
Get the full scoop on costumes, activities, and more at our Paws & Pumpkins event page.
This event is completely free, so feel free to stop by. Parking will be available, for free, in any of the parking decks or lots around Biltmore Park. We look forward to seeing you there!
