Pied Piper’s Haunted Carnival
4 p.m.-Midnight. Oct. 23-26. Armature Works West Lawn, 1910 N Ola Ave., Tampa. This four-day extravaganza promises a fusion of heart-pounding carnival attractions, classic games, and two dazzling ferris wheels offering unparalleled views of the city. Beyond the thrills, indulge in a vibrant music festival featuring an electrifying lineup of top artists, renowned DJs, and celebrity appearances. Parking at Armature Works is limited. https://tinyurl.com/v5j9zaxf
Haunted Carnival
5-10 p.m. Oct. 23; 1 p.m.-12 a.m. Oct. 24-25; and 1-11 p.m. Oct. 26. Heights District at Armature Works, 1910 N Ola Ave., Tampa. Tampa’s most anticipated Halloween experience is back and bigger than ever. Enjoy a weekend of frightful fun, packed with electrifying entertainment, exhilarating carnival rides, games, and costume contests with $5,000 in cash and prizes. https://tinyurl.com/nhhxhcvm
Trunk or Treat
6:30-8 p.m. Oct. 23. Emanuel P. Johnson Recreation Center, 5855 S. 78th St., Tampa. Come out in costume and collect candy from the volunteers that have decorated their automobiles. Free admission & free candy. All are welcome. Bring your Halloween bucket or bag to collect candy.
Pumpkin Carving Workshop
5-7 p.m. Oct. 24. Largo Community Center, 400 Alt Keene Road. Each family will receive one pumpkin to carve. Staff will be available to offer tips, tricks, and inspiration for your pumpkin masterpiece. This is the perfect way to kick off the Halloween season with family and friends. All ages are welcome, and costumes are highly encouraged. Supplies are provided, but limited so don’t ghost us, register early. Call 727-518-3131 for questions. $15.
Trick or Treat Spooktacular
5-8 p.m. Oct. 24. Downtown Dunedin & Pioneer Park, 420 Main St. Visit participating merchants for sweet treats and spooky surprises. Enjoy festive carnival-style games, hands-on Halloween crafts, and more spooky fun for all ages. End the night under the stars with a family-friendly Halloween movie. Wear your best costume and bring your trick-or-treat bags.
Fall-O-Ween at Coachman Park
5-10 p.m. Oct. 24. Coachman Park, 300 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Join in an evening of fun at Coachman Park for Fall-O-Ween. Tribute bands for Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga will grace the stage to add a touch of pop to the evening. There will also be a costume contest, Jeep display, vendors, trick-or-treating, food trucks and more.
Trick or Treat at City Hall
5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 24. Largo City Hall, 201 Highland Ave. Children of all ages are invited to enjoy an exciting trick-or-treating experience while meeting City of Largo team members dressed in their own Halloween best. The trail opens at 5:30 p.m., and kids can collect candy and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Please note the line will be closed off for the trick-or-treat trail at approximately 6:45 p.m. to ensure all guests can make it through. No need to bring bags or buckets—just your Halloween spirit. For safety, please leave costume accessories like toy weapons at home.
Halloween Ju-Boo-Lee
5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24. Morningside Recreation Center, 2400 Harn Blvd., Clearwater. Visit Morningside Recreation Center’s Halloween Ju-Boo-Lee for a hauntingly, ghoulish time. Bring your friends and family, dress up in your most spooktacular costumes and play games for fun and prizes. Entry fee is $3 per person. Cashless payments only.
Owl-O-Ween
5:30-9 p.m. Oct. 24. McGough Nature Park, 11901 146th St., Largo. Creepy crawly animal shows, a spooky nature trail, candy and photo-ops are on the agenda for this night. This event is open to all ages. $5. Children 3 and younger are free. 727-518-3047.
Halloween Bash
6-8 p.m. Oct. 24. Dimmitt Community Center, 918 Osceola Road, Belleair. Don’t miss the Belleair Rec’s Halloween Bash. This free outdoors event on the athletic fields includes games, trick or treating, food, a costume contest, a haunted house, and more.
Field of Screams
6-9 p.m. Oct. 24. Seminole Recreation Center, 9100 113th St. N. Bring the kids out for a fun evening featuring a trick or treat street, costume contest, carved pumpkin contest, munchkin mayhem, bounce zone, food vendors and more. Activity band available for $7.
Halloween Carnival: The Freakshow
6-9 p.m. Oct. 24. The Centre, 1500 16th St., Palm Harbor. Don’t miss out on this wickedly good time. Enjoy free trick-or-treating (no ticket required), dare to enter the haunted house, hop aboard for a hayride, and test your skills with carnival games and activities. $8 in advance or $10 at the door. https://phparksandrec.org/events
Fright Nights
6:30-10 p.m. Oct. 24-25. Folly Farm, 1550 DR Martin Luther King JR St. N., Safety Harbor. Enjoy fall-themed activities, a cozy campfire, and more. Gather your friends and family for a spooktacular evening under the stars. Kids area is open from 6:30-9 p.m. ($3) and the Haunted Trail is open from 7-10 p.m. ($8). Get your tickets at https://tinyurl.com/27z93nta
Laser Light Shows: Halloween/Grateful Dead
6:30 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. Oct. 24. MOSI, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa. Laser Light Shows are taking over MOSI’s new Saunders Planetarium & Digital Dome Theatre. Step inside America’s second-largest planetarium and experience vivid laser visuals, dynamic music, and dazzling special effects. The first show will be Halloween-themed, while the second one will play the music of the Grateful Dead. $10-$13. https://mosi.org/event/laser-light-shows
“Hallowrink”
6:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 24. AdventHealth Center Ice, 3173 Cypress Ridge Blvd., Wesley Chapel.
This family-friendly ice skate will include Halloween-themed party favors and treat bags, while supplies last. Come dressed up in costume and enjoy fun party lights, on-ice games, a costume contest, themed drinks, and a DJ playing all the haunting hits. Ahcenterice.com
Spooky Swamp Haunted Hike
7:30 p.m., 8 p.m., and 8:30 p.m. Oct. 24. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg. Step into the shadows for a family-friendly Halloween adventure. Dress in costume and bring your sense of wonder as nature and Halloween magic come together for an enchanting evening under the stars. Perfect for families looking for a lighthearted scare in a one-of-a-kind setting. Spaces are limited. Registration required. https://tinyurl.com/2cnpxfvr
Haunted Illusions
8 p.m. Oct. 24. Central Park Performing Arts Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo. Master illusionist David Caserta brings his Halloween spectacular to Largo. As seen on “America’s Got Talent” and Penn & Teller’s “Fool Us,” Caserta’s show includes original illusions, jaw-dropping tricks, and more than a few treats. $25 to $40. LargoArts.com
Guppyween
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 25-26. The Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa. Dress in your best costume and join the sea of characters at Guppyween. Kids in costume get free admission with a paid adult (redeemable at the ticket window only). Highlights include trick-or-treating trails and costume parade, creepy critter encounters, character appearances, costumed divers and underwater pumpkin carving. A sensory-friendly event is available at 8 a.m. on Sunday $10 per guest, free for members. www.flaquarium.org
Trick or Treat in Downtown Tarpon Springs
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 25. Downtown Tarpon Springs, 100 E. Tarpon Ave. Join the small businesses of downtown Tarpon Springs for its fourth annual trick-or-treat event. Wear your Halloween costumes and visit participating businesses for treats. Free.
Trick or Treat Street
12-3 p.m. Oct. 25. Riverview High School, 11311 Boyette Road, Riverview. Free community event providing family friendly fun for all ages. Decorated candy stations hosted by local businesses for safe trick-or-treating, games and bounce houses, vendor booths, and food and beverages for purchase. Parking is $5. Service animals only please.
Halloween Arts & Crafts Fest
1-5 p.m. Oct. 25. Florida Mortuary, 2200 31st St. S, St. Petersburg. Celebrate Halloween with holiday crafts, decorated booths, live entertainment, and a festive costume contest. This event will feature a variety of handcrafted goods, art, and spooky fun for all ages.
Halloween & Dia De Los Muertos Celebration
2-3:30 p.m. Oct. 25. East Community Library @ SPC, 2465 Drew St., Clearwater. Join the library in celebrating with an afternoon of crafts, dancing, games and trick-or-treating. Family-friendly costumes are encouraged. This event is free and open to all ages.
Costumed Dog Parade
2-7 p.m. Oct. 25. Family Park at St Pete Pier, 600 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. Register your pup to join the parade and receive a free St. Pete Pier bandana. Dress up your dog in their best costume and compete for prizes in fun categories like Best Human and Pet Duo, Most Original, and People’s Choice. Guests are encouraged to bring pet food donations for the pet food drive benefiting the Friends of Strays in St. Pete. Parade starts at 4 p.m.
Fall-O-Ween at Moccasin Lake
3-8 p.m. Oct. 25. Moccasin Lake Nature Park, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater. Join in a fun-filled day of fall and Halloween festivities. This family-friendly event will feature animals, vendors and more. https://tinyurl.com/2s43fy4d
9th Annual Riverwalk Trick or Treat
4-7 p.m. Oct. 25. Cotanchobee Park, 601 Water St., Tampa. Families can expect a spooky night of trick or treating, a costume contest, a Thriller flash mob, a Halloween-themed market and a movie on the lawn featuring “Monsters, Inc.” The movie will start at 7:30 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs.
Halloween Howl
4-9 p.m. Oct. 25. 38507 5th Ave., Zephyrhills. Get ready for one of Main Street Zephyrhills biggest events of the year. Food trucks, crafts, spooky games, haunted areas, hayrides, live entertainment and so much more. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this spooktacular community tradition.
Halloween Party
5-10 p.m. Oct. 25. Keel and Curley Winery, 5202 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City. It’s time to dress up and party at the farm. Grab your friends and get creative with your costume. Enjoy DJ and music all evening along with fall-inspired wine and cider flights. Free entry, no ticket required.
Community Family Fun Night
5-9:30 p.m. Oct. 25. Buccaneer Field, 905 N. Martin Luther King Ave., Clearwater. The Clearwater Urban Leadership Coalition is proud to present Community Family Fun Night. This event will include line dancing, salsa dancing, games, bounce houses and more. This event is free and open to all ages. https://tinyurl.com/2s4b8usf
Ghoulish Gala
6-9 p.m. Oct. 25. MOSI, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa. Prepare for a night of spine-tingling fun as MOSI transforms into a haunted haven with a carnival twist. This eerie 18+ event promises thrills, chills, and unforgettable memories with friends. $35 members, $50 nonmembers. mosi.org/event/ghoulish-gala
Terror in the Trees Haunted Hikes
7:30 p.m., 8 p.m., and 8:30 p.m. Oct. 25. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg. Navigate eerie trails where every rustle and shadow hides a frightful surprise. This isn’t your ordinary walk in the woods, come if you dare and prepare for twists, scares, and a night of unforgettable thrills. Ages 18 and up welcome. $15. https://tinyurl.com/2s3aanm4
Halloween on Central 2025
Noon-6 p.m. Oct. 26. Central Avenue, St. Petersburg. This open-street, costume-friendly festival transforms Central Avenue into a pedestrian paradise packed with entertainment, candy stations, and fun for all ages. This year, the Voodoo Vendor Village has expanded. Explore more than 150 local makers, artists, and small businesses along Central Avenue between 16th and 21st Streets. https://tinyurl.com/tfsbxuus
Halloween Dress-Up Bubble Time
10:30-11:15 a.m. Oct. 27. Countryside Library, 2642 Sabal Springs Drive, Clearwater. Feel free to wear a costume and pop a bubble, shake a shaker egg, and dance along to the beats. Bring your baby or toddler for some bubbly fun. Program is for children up to age 4. Registration closes Oct. 26. https://tinyurl.com/2p5ty4z2
Halloween Boo-nanza
5-7 p.m. Oct. 27. Largo Public Library, 120 Central Park Drive. Come in and join the library in creating some chilling crafts and spooky surprises. For ages 5-12.
Corpse Bride Interactive Movie Night
4:30-6:30 p.m. Oct. 28. Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave. Join the library for some spooky fun to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Tim Burton’s “The Corpse Bride.” Watch the film, enjoy delicious popcorn, use props when prompted, and make a craft. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Register online at https://tinyurl.com/55tcn337
Trick or Treat at the Library
5-7 p.m. Oct. 27. Largo Public Library, 120 Central Park Drive. Come into the library for some Halloween fun. At each desk you visit, you’ll receive either a trick or a treat. For ages 3-12.
Halloween Extravaganza!
4-5 p.m. Oct. 29. Countryside Library, 2642 Sabal Springs Drive, Clearwater. Join local artist Jill Jackson and create fun and spooky Halloween crafts. Registration is not required; space is limited and is first-come, first-served. https://tinyurl.com/mta5f2aj
Movies on the Lawn
5-9 p.m. Oct. 29. Sparkman Wharf, 615 Channelside Drive, Tampa. A family-friendly spooky evening featuring trick-or-treating at local retailers, roaming entertainment, face painters, a live DJ, and a double-feature showing of “Casper’s Halloween Special” and “Beetlejuice.”
Baile de los Muertos w/LASA & RELPro
6-9 p.m. Oct. 29. University of South Florida St. Petersburg Campus, 140 7th Ave. S. Come dressed in your best Halloween costume and get ready to dance. There will be a costume contest with a prize for the best one. The evening will start with a dance class at 6 p.m., followed by food, music, and dancing. This is a community and student event. Free, but a $5 to $10 donation will help organizers cover event expenses. https://tinyurl.com/2s49ed8h
Movie on the Lawn Double Feature
7-11 p.m. Oct. 29. Armature Works South Lawn, 1910 N Ola Ave., Tampa. Families and friends of all ages are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets for this free outdoor screening of “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and “Scream 2.” Come early to grab a snack at a food truck or inside the Heights Public Market. Outside food, beverage, and coolers are prohibited. Seating is first-come, first-serve and early arrival is suggested. VIP tickets are $10-$25 and include popcorn. www.armatureworks.com/all-events
Dillard’s Halloween Party
Noon-6 p.m. Oct. 30. Dillard’s at Shops at Wiregrass, 28211 Paseo Drive, Wesley Chapel. Join Dillard’s for a spooktacular afternoon filled with music, costumes, games, and more. Bring the whole family for Halloween fun, festive activities, and plenty of treats. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the season in style.
Field of Screams: Dreams & Nightmares
7 p.m.-Midnight. Oct. 30-Nov. 1. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 3010 31st. S., St. Petersburg. Step into a world where your sweetest dreams twist into your darkest nightmares. $10 online or $15 day-of. https://tinyurl.com/4yr45t62
Haunted Masquerade Murder Mystery
7 p.m. Oct. 30. Hotel Haya, 1412 East 7th Ave., Tampa. Step behind the mask and into a night of mystery, intrigue, and spine-tingling fun. $36. https://tinyurl.com/5n77z2yc
Trick or Treat Parade
11 a.m.-Noon. Oct. 31. New Port Richey Public Library, 5939 Main St. Rhymes to Readers Storytime will begin with some fun Halloween stories, rhymes and songs for little ones. Afterwards, everyone will line up and begin trick-or-treating around City Hall to visit each City department. Costumes are encouraged. Bring something to hold your candy. Recommended for toddler and pre-k ages.
Trick-or-Treat @ the Library
3-5 p.m. Oct. 31. Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave. Visit the Children’s Room and say those special “trick or treat” words. The library’s Youth Services staff will be in costume to greet you and treat you.
Halloween Spookquarium
3-6 p.m. Oct. 31. Clearwater Marine Aquarium, 249 Windward Passage. Come out for a family-friendly evening of eerie excitement and Halloween fun. Many of these spooky delights will be available Oct. 27-30 so aquarium guests can enjoy the fun early, including an inflatable maze, underwater pumpkin carvings, and lots of fall decorations. For more details, visit www.cmaquarium.org
Main Street Trick or Treat
4:30-6:30 p.m. Oct. 31. Main Street, Safety Harbor. Main Street will be closed to safety Trick or Treat at the local businesses. Wear your best costume and come out and fill your bucket with sweet treats of all kinds. Look for the Mayor and Commissioners handing out treats as well.
Trail or Treat
4-6 p.m. Oct. 31. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg. Wander the scenic trails and learn which animals add a little “boo” to the preserve. Don’t forget your costume and a treat bag. You never know what fun surprises you’ll discover along the way. $3. https://tinyurl.com/ey4ya3td
Haunted Fest St. Pete 2025
5 p.m. Oct. 31-Nov. 1. Spa Beach, 600 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg. From the creators of Breakaway Music Festival and the Rise Up St. Pete concert series comes the premier Halloween weekend electronic music experience. Featuring international superstar headliners, curated artist lineups, a silent disco, and more, Haunted Fest has become a Halloween tradition across the country.
Halloween Skate Jam
5-8 p.m. Oct. 31. Carrollwood Village Skate Park, 4680 W. Village Drive, Tampa. Hit the skate park with your best costume and best tricks. Free entry to all contests, free food and drinks, as well as prizes for all contests. Registration on day of event at each site opens at 4:30 p.m.
Boo Bash
5:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 31. BayCare Ballpark, 601 N. Old Coachman Road, Clearwater. Enjoy this free, family-friendly trick-or treat event. Local businesses and vendors will be passing out candy to kids on the concourse as families walk table to table. There will also be hayrides, games and a costume parade, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. MyClearwater.com/BooBash
Show Car Soirée Trunk or Treat
6-9 p.m. Oct. 31. Fenway Hotel, 453 Edgewater Drive, Dunedin. The front lawn of Fenway Hotel will be transformed into a dazzling showcase of gleaming show cars, each trunk creatively adorned and brimming with treats. Families are invited to wander among polished classics and custom builds, each offering craftsmanship to admire and candy to collect. Vendors will be on hand to add to the Halloween night fun. Complimentary valet parking available. https://tinyurl.com/z5vh4u7b
Free Halloween Karaoke
7-10 p.m. Oct. 31. Richey Suncoast Theatre, 6237 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey. This Halloween, the stage is yours at Spooky Sing-Along Night—a frightfully fun evening of music, laughter, and eerie good vibes. Sign-ups first-come, first-served, so arrive early to snag your spot in the spotlight. Costumes are highly encouraged (but not required).
The Halloween Party 2025
8 p.m.-2 a.m. Oct. 31. The Cuban Club, 2010 N Avenida Republica de Cuba, Tampa. The 13 Ugly Men Foundation is proud to present The Halloween Party 2025, transforming The Cuban Club into a haunted carnival for one unforgettable night of fun, fright, and fundraising. Proceeds will benefit Wounded Warriors Abilities Ranch, a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring veterans of all abilities to get out and stay active. www.13uglymen.com
Día de los Muertos with Xochi
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 1-2. The Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa. Celebrate the Aquarium’s first-ever Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with its new axolotl costumed character, Xochi. Highlights include sugar skull-inspired décor and habitat enrichment crafts to take home. You also can bring a photo of a beloved pet to honor to hang at the Aquarium and enjoy family face painting and photo ops with Xochi. www.flaquarium.org
Salsa at the District
6:30-11 p.m. Nov. 1. Station Square Park, 612 Cleveland St., Clearwater. Join us for a spooktacular night of music, dance and vibrant culture at Salsa at the District: Da De Los Muertos costume party. The district will be transformed into an unforgettable Latin block party filled with rhythm, color and community. MyClearwater.com/Salsa