{"id":412364,"date":"2026-09-27T23:56:08","date_gmt":"2026-09-27T23:56:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/412364\/"},"modified":"2026-09-27T23:56:08","modified_gmt":"2026-09-27T23:56:08","slug":"wekiva-island-plans-october-halloween-parties-and-contests","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/412364\/","title":{"rendered":"Wekiva Island plans October Halloween parties and contests"},"content":{"rendered":"

LONGWOOD, Fla. \u2014 Wekiva Island is celebrating Halloween throughout October with events for both children and adults.<\/p>\n

The Seminole County attraction will host its annual Halloween Party and Costume Contest on Oct. 24 from 7 to 11 p.m. The adults-only event is free and will feature live music and a costume contest with prizes.<\/p>\n

Earlier that day, children ages 13 and younger can participate in a free trick-or-treat event from 2 to 3 p.m., followed by a costume parade.<\/p>\n

Other events throughout October include tarot card readings, ghost stories and a beginner tarot class.<\/p>\n

Wekiva Island will close out the month with its annual Halloween Costume Parade Paddle on Oct. 31, which is free for participants who bring their own paddleboards.<\/p>\n

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