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Ripley's Trick or Treat Kick Off Karnival

Ripleys Halloween Kids

A fantastic FREE family Halloween Trick or Treating event from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on October 31. Fun for visiting guests and local residents – contests, costumed characters, candy and more await guests who attend this annual Halloween extravaganza. Festival locations will be at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza in Gatlinburg.

The costume contest will begin at 2 PM on the Aquarium Plaza.

The theme of the 2025 event is inspired by Wicked 

Dates & Times

  • Friday, October 31, 2025 @ 11:00 AM