Qualla-Ween in Cherokee, NC
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| Scare Factor | Moderately Scary |
| Appropriate For | 10 and up (parent discretion advised) |
| Admission Cost | Fear as a Teacher -Adults $15 -Youth $8 -Children 5 and under free Legendary Fears: The Sgili Hunt $12 Legendary Fears: The Raven Mocker Screams $22 Long Man Murder Mystery Free Crafty Cannibals Free "A Raven's Call" Film Premiere $10 |
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Celebrate Halloween all month long with multiple activities in the cultural district of Cherokee, NC!
Fear as a Teacher
The Museum of the Cherokee People
October 1st - 31st
9am to 5pm
In Cherokee stories, fear isn’t just a warning—it’s wisdom. From the Raven Mocker to the Nunnehi, Cherokee legends use fear not to scare, but to teach. In Fear as a Teacher, discover how traditional stories and haunting imagery pass down values, protect our people, and preserve culture. The exhibit features original Cherokee artwork and oral history, reimagined through visual storytelling
Fear as a Teacher is appropriate for all ages and included with museum admission. motcp.org
Legendary Fears: The Raven Mocker Screams
Mountainside Theatre
October 16th-18th, 23rd-25th, 30th-Nov 1st
7pm to 10pm
Step into a Cherokee legend on a terrifying haunted trail where the Raven Mocker awaits. Face the spirit. Survive the night.
The Raven Mocker Screams includes loud noises, fog, and flashing lights. The haunted trail includes walking on an uneven path and stairs. Not recommended for children under age 13.
Legendary Fears: The Sgili Hunt
Oconaluftee Indian Village
October 16th-18th, 23rd-25th, 30th-Nov 1st
7pm to 10pm
Something Walks in the Village After Dark... Tour Oconaluftee Indian Village by night. Hear true tales from our staff and join the hunt for the paranormal.
The Sgili Hunt includes walking on uneven surfaces after dark and stairs. This activity is not recommended for children under 10-years-old.
Long Man Murder Mystery
Downtown Cherokee
October 24th & 25th
10am to 6pm
Who Killed Cricket Jackson? A beloved river guide is dead. The whispers of Long Man grow louder. Can you solve the mystery Join the Long Man Murder Mystery, a town-wide interactive whodunit through downtown Cherokee. Visit 12+ local businesses, gather clues from live actors, and uncover the truth behind Cricket Jackson’s chilling demise. Follow the clues. Catch a killer.
The hunt starts at the Outdoor Pavilion in front of The Museum of the Cherokee People. Free to participate and appropriate for all ages
Crafty Cannibals
Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual
October 24th & 25th
9am to 3pm
Come to Qualla and be a Crafty Cannibal! Get your hands messy in the best way at Crafty Cannibals, a hands-on Halloween-inspired craft event for all ages! Make spooky, stylish, and totally fun creations at Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual. Activities include decoupage masks & ornaments, DIY sugar scrub, pottery bead necklaces, and an iron-on patch station. Bring your creativity and maybe a little courage as you learn about the Cherokee legend of the water cannibals
Appropriate for all ages and free to participate
"A Raven's Call" Film Premiere
Mountainside Theatre
October 25th only
7pm to 8:30pm
Join us for the exclusive Cherokee premiere of “A Raven’s Call.” This one-night-only event features the premiere of the horror short film “A Raven’s Call,” directed by Corbin Rowell, as well as a talkback with the two Cherokee actors in the film.
Synopsis: Set in the early 18th century, two Cherokee Indian friends encounter a sinister entity based on a real Cherokee legend: the Raven Mocker.
The theatre is accessible. The film is not recommended for children under age 13
| Hours of Operation | Fear as a Teacher The Museum of the Cherokee People October 1st-31st 9am to 5pm Legendary Fears: The Sgili Hunt Oconaluftee Indian Village October 16th-18th, 23rd-25th, 30th-Nov 1st 7pm to 10pm Legendary Fears: The Raven Mocker Screams Mountainside Theatre October 16th-18th, 23rd-25th, 30th-Nov 1st 7pm to 10pm Long Man Murder Mystery Downtown Cherokee October 24th & 25th 10am to 6pm Crafty Cannibals Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual October 24th & 25th 9am to 3pm "A Raven's Call" Film Premiere Mountainside Theatre October 25th 7pm to 8:30pm |
| Admission Cost | Fear as a Teacher -Adults $15 -Youth $8 -Children 5 and under free Legendary Fears: The Sgili Hunt $12 Legendary Fears: The Raven Mocker Screams $22 Long Man Murder Mystery Free Crafty Cannibals Free "A Raven's Call" Film Premiere $10 |
| Payment Accepted | Cash , Credit Cards , Debit Cards |
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Reviews
Overall good play but room for improvement
Pros:
*GREAT acting
*good action scenes
*clean theatre
*good story line
*theatre is beautiful
*parking close to entrance
*set an age suggestion (this play is really not appropriate for young kids; we had a kid about 5 yrs. old behind us and was complaining about not being able to see and was scared often & talked often...don't bring your littles)
Cons:
*first half is walking & standing-- you walk down a dark trail as you stop for scenes
*no trail lighting so people had out their cell phones using them as flashlights--totally killed the spooky mood
*major issue!!--along the walking trail, can't see the actors if your short cause tall people standing right in front of you
*while on walking path--hard to hear if you're not in the very front
*website said "walk with the cast" but my group thought it was a metaphor and didn't realize that we'd be walking & standing for almost an hour (it was difficult for our older people)
*would like to have seen some more decorations to set the spooky mood--The Sleepy Hallow play was awesome w/the sets & ghouls, this play not so much
We hope they continue doing plays this spooky time of year! It's a great evening out but next time please have seating for the play.
Ultimately we recommend going, just be aware of the first half being a "walking tour for almost an hour."
October 2021
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