2026 Sarasota Halloween Events
and Haunted Houses

Here's my annual list of Sarasota Halloween Events, Haunted Houses and Festivals around the sun coast area. Have Fun!

All dates, times and events are subject to change, cancellation or postponement by organizers. Before making any major plans check with event organizers to confirm date of event. The Calendar is updated as information is made available.

October 1- 31, 2026: Are there ghosts in Sarasota? Find out for yourself on a guided, dark and creepy, 75-minute Sarasota ghost walk. Experience the spirited and sinister side of Sarasota on this one-of-a-kind walking tour to learn more about the area and some of the residents who still call it home – many, many, many years later. Hear the haunting tales and feel the chill in the air. Boo! Reservations required – Parental discretion is advised – not recommended for small children. $24.95. Sarasota Sun Coast Tours, 301 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL. 941-893-4664.

October 1 - 31, 2026. Check out the Spooktacular Ghost Tour. If you’re looking for something truly unique, take the Haunted History Tour. This 75 minute tour is packed with history and ghost stories. We’ll also share ghost hunting tips and tricks. Hear live audio of a disembodied voice in a local Venice building. You’ll even have an opportunity to catch your own ghost by using real paranormal investigation tools. You'll leave wanting to find your own local haunts. $20 per person. Venice, FL. 817-714-6092. venicefloridatours@yahoo.com

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October 1 -  31, 2026: You're invited “Lights at Spooky Point,” which features an array of fantastic creatures and cute creations designed with lights along an eerily lit path through the woods at the preserve and outdoor museum of Historic Spanish Point. Visitors to Lights at Spooky Point will journey along a hauntingly lit trail that winds through the wooded grounds and historic landmarks of the campus. Along the path, guests will encounter whimsical Halloween displays and imaginative light installations at every turn. Returning favorites include the spectral “ghost orchids” that hover above the Pioneer Graveyard, towering “Dracula orchids” draped in eerie Spanish moss, and vibrant “spider orchids” spun into glowing webs high in the trees. These stunning decorations are inspired by real-life plants bearing the same names—a playful nod to Selby Gardens’ botanical roots and horticultural mission. Guests also will find plenty of pumpkins, scores of skeletons, and other Halloween classics at “Spooky Point.” The show is designed for all ages, with just a few minor jump-scare opportunities to keep older kids happy. A limited number of tickets will be sold for each night of the show, with two entry times available—6:30 and 7:45 p.m. Guests with young children or mobility issues are encouraged to consider the earlier entry. Those who want the full “Spooky Point” experience can opt for the later slot, after dark. Ticket prices for Lights at Spooky Point are $34 for adults ($24 for Selby Gardens members), $19 for ages 5-17, and free for children 4 and under. Advance ticket purchase is encouraged, as some nights may sell out prior to opening time. Food and beverages will be sold on-site throughout each evening of the show. Historic Spanish Point, 401 N Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL.

October 3 - 4, 2026: The 38th Annual Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Fest features hay rides, pony rides, pumpkin painting, face painting, mini train rides, a petting zoo and more. NEW FESTIVAL ACTIVITY – Hollowgraves Haunted Manor! A walk-through haunted house with live actors! Recommended for ages 8+ Lots of Halloween decorations for sale, too, from scarecrows to hay bales. Admission, Parking, Petting zoo, playground, live music, and decorated photo spots are FREE! Individual rides and game activity booth, including pony rides, unicorn encounter, hug a goat and pumpkin painting, has their own set price ranging from $1 – $10. Children’s Costume Contest every Saturday at 2 p.m. in front of the animal barn and free to participate in. Torres Family Circus and Extreme Riders Free daily showtimes each weekend 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. While some vendor booths may accept cards, many are cash only so please be prepared. For your convenience they will have ATMs set up. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Event listing courtesy of October Sarasota Events on Escape-to-Sarasota.com. Additional dates: Oct 10th & 11th, 17th & 18th, 24th & 25th. Free admission and parking. East of I-75 off exit 210, on the right. 7410 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL.

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October 9, 2026: It's Witches Night Out! Join SRQ County Parks for a positively enchanting evening! Join in for a bewitching evening at the historic (and haunted!) Edson Keith Mansion, nestled in the spooky Phillippi Estate Park. The third annual Witches Night Out will feature a live DJ, a photo booth, shopping with unique vendors, a cash bar and plenty of tasty morsels to enjoy. Dress in your best witch or wizard attire for our costume contest — let your creativity run wild! Tickets are limited, and this event is expected to sell out quickly. Get yours before they disappear! This is an event for adults 18 and older. Advance registration required. Tickets $40. No tickets will be sold at the door. 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Historic Edson Keith Mansion in Phillippi Estate Park, 5500 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL Ticket sales open 8/28/2026 at 9am until 12am on 10/6/2026

October 9 - 10, 2026: A ‘not-so-scary’ A Ghoulish Gathering,  Venice Symphony’s first concert of the season. Enter a world of witches, phantoms, and spine-tingling thrills as the orchestra conjures a night of mischief and mystery. From eerie suspense to playful scares, this concert takes you on a journey through the shadowy, the supernatural, and the spectacularly spooky. The evening’s dramatic climax soars from darkness into dazzling transformation, promising chills, laughter, and a Halloween experience you won’t soon forget! Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave building 5, Venice, FL.

October 10 - 11, 2026: Get into the 35th Annual Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival featuring fun for all including craft show, live music, live shows, pioneer trades village, scarecrow displays, charity pumpkin games, hayrides, pony rides, petting zoo, frog jumping championships, kids train ride, fresh roasted sweet corn, rock climbing wall, face painting, children's and dog's costume contest and more. Additional dates: Oct 17 - 18 and Oct 24 - 25. Admission $15, kids 5 - 9 $5 & under 5 free, parking $5. Cash only. 9:00 a.m. a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hunsader Farms: C.R. 675, halfway between S.R. 64 & S.R. 70, 10 miles east of I-75. Heading north on I-75 from Sarasota take exit 217A or heading south on I-75 take exit 220. 941-322-2168. Sarasota Halloween Events on Escape-to-Sarasota.com

October 10 - 11, 2026: The 38th Annual Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Fest features hay rides, pony rides, pumpkin painting, face painting, mini train rides, a petting zoo and more. NEW FESTIVAL ACTIVITY – Hollowgraves Haunted Manor! A walk-through haunted house with live actors! Recommended for ages 8+ Lots of Halloween decorations for sale, too, from scarecrows to hay bales. Admission, Parking, Petting zoo, playground, live music, and decorated photo spots are FREE! Individual rides and game activity booth, including pony rides, unicorn encounter, hug a goat and pumpkin painting, has their own set price ranging from $1 – $10. Children’s Costume Contest every Saturday at 2 p.m. in front of the animal barn and free to participate in. Torres Family Circus and Extreme Riders Free daily showtimes each weekend 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. While some vendor booths may accept cards, many are cash only so please be prepared. For your convenience they will have ATMs set up. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.  Event listing courtesy of October Sarasota Events on Escape-to-Sarasota.com.  Additional dates: Oct 17th & 18th, 24th & 25th. Free admission and parking. East of I-75 off exit 210, on the right. 7410 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL.

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October 10, 2026: Manatee Village Historical Park is hosting Cemetery Tours, a free hour-long tour of the 1850 Manatee Burying Grounds led by a member of Manatee Village's staff. Tours cover different facets of life during Manatee's Founding Period (1840-1918) as well as stories of those buried in the burying grounds. Topics vary depending on the staff member leading the tour. Space is limited and filled on a first come, first served basis. All members of your party must be present to receive a wristband. Each tour has a limited availability of 30 persons. First come first served. 10 a.m. Free to the public. Tickets available in the Wiggin's Store the day of the tours. (941) 749-7165. Manatee Village Historical Park,1404 Manatee Avenue East (State Road 64) Bradenton, FL.

October 16, 2026: The 24th annual Goblin Gathering. This spooktacular outdoor event is family friendly and fun for all ages! Local businesses will be passing out “treats & sweets” to participants, providing a safe alternative for families to trick-or-treat. This year will also feature bounce houses, face painting, costume contests, petting zoo and magic! Event entry and trick-or-treating is free. 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. GT Bray Park, 5502 33rd Avenue Drive West, Bradenton, FL. (Visitors may access GT Bray Park from 59th Street West or 51st Street West and are asked to park near the Recreation Center off 33rd Ave Drive West. NO event parking available in 51st Street Park.) More info at: 941-742-5923. Sarasota Halloween Events on Escape-to-Sarasota

October 16 - 18, 2026: They're back for the first time in years! Sarasota's own Haunted Houses are back! 11 Nights of Terror! Sarasota Fright Fest is 2 Extreme Haunted Houses. Get ready for an unforgettable nights of Halloween, horror, entertainment, and extreme scares at Sarasota Fright Fest! Featuring multiple haunted attractions, live music, exciting entertainment on the main stage, unique food vendors, and an incredible variety of merchandise, Sarasota Fright Fest brings together Halloween and horror fans from across the region for one of the area’s biggest celebrations of all things spooky. Prepare yourself for two intense haunted house experiences: The Tomb of Terror and Virus! The terror doesn't stop at the haunted houses! Sarasota Fright Fest features live entertainment and live music on the main stage, local food vendors serving up delicious food, and unique merchandise vendors offering plenty of Halloween and horror-themed items. Also: October 22, 23, 24, 25, October 29, 30, 31, November 1. Various ticket options and prices. Friday and Saturday 7:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Thursday and Sunday 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Robarts Arena, Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL.

October 16 - 18, 2026: Welcome to Halloween Notte, the most thrilling Halloween festival in Florida! Step beyond the gates and into a world of haunted houses, eerie lights, creepy characters, and spine tingling fun for all ages. Bigger, scarier & more fun than ever! 3 haunted houses, a live Halloween  show, scare actors, kids zone, pumpkin patch & more at the Charlotte County Fairgrounds. One place. Endless chills & thrills! From terrifying live shows to family friendly attractions like the pumpkin patch and  there's something lurking for everyone with 3 Haunted Houses: The Butcher's Haunted House, The Asylum and The Frightmare Before Christmas Live Show. Dare to explore. Stay for the screams. This is Halloween like you’ve never seen it. Thursdays and Sundays 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Family friendly activities. Fair Fun – pumpkin patch, photo ops, games, vendors & food. Delicious snacks and food trucks. Free parking when you buy tickets online! Various ticket prices: $5 - $100. Also October 23–25, 29–31. Charlotte County Fairgrounds, 2333 El Jobean Rd , Port Charlotte, FL

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October 17, 2026: Join in the fun of this Annual Halloween Family-and Fan-Favorite event, Boo! at The Bay! Enjoy a not-so-scary evening of trick-or-treating, free pumpkin picking, yard games, a family movie under the stars, and more! Costumes are encouraged (not required) for this not-so-spooky special event. Pumpkins are available on a first-come, first-served basis to the first 1,800 kids. Schedule of Events: 4:30-7:45pm | Food Trucks (Come hungry!). 5:00-6:30pm | Trick-or-Treating, Pumpkin Decorating, and more! 6:30-7:45pm | Family Movie Night: The Nightmare Before Christmas --SING-ALONG VERSION (Please bring a lawn chair to make sure you have a comfortable seat!). Registration opens September 8, 2026. Free. Get free tickets here. Common Ground at The Bay Park, 1055 Blvd of the Arts Sarasota, FL

October 17, 2026: The Venice Night Market & Music Halloween Edition is on! This free, family-friendly event brings together everything you love about Venice Nights: local vendors, live music, food trucks, and a great community vibe—plus a full lineup of Halloween fun. Come dressed up and join in on: Kid Costume Moments & Photo Ops, Pet Dress-Up Fun, Costume Parade around the park. Spend the evening exploring the market, grabbing something good to eat, and enjoying live music as the sun goes down. 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Free admission. Maxine Barritt Park (next to Sharky’s on the Pier), 1800 Harbor Drive South, Venice, FL

October 17 - 18, 2026: Get into the 35th Annual Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival featuring fun for all including craft show, live music, live shows, pioneer trades village, scarecrow displays, charity pumpkin games, hayrides, pony rides, petting zoo, frog jumping championships, kids train ride, fresh roasted sweet corn, rock climbing wall, face painting, children's and dog's costume contest and more. Additional dates: Oct 24 - 25. Admission $15, kids 5 - 9 $5 & under 5 free, parking $5. Cash only. 9:00 a.m. a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hunsader Farms: C.R. 675, halfway between S.R. 64 & S.R. 70, 10 miles east of I-75. Heading north on I-75 from Sarasota take exit 217A or heading south on I-75 take exit 220. 941-322-2168.

October 17 - 18, 2026: The 38th Annual Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Fest features hay rides, pony rides, pumpkin painting, face painting, mini train rides, a petting zoo and more. NEW FESTIVAL ACTIVITY – Hollowgraves Haunted Manor! A walk-through haunted house with live actors! Recommended for ages 8+ Lots of Halloween decorations for sale, too, from scarecrows to hay bales. Admission, Parking, Petting zoo, playground, live music, and decorated photo spots are FREE! Individual rides and game activity booth, including pony rides, unicorn encounter, hug a goat and pumpkin painting, has their own set price ranging from $1 – $10. Children’s Costume Contest every Saturday at 2 p.m. in front of the animal barn and free to participate in. Torres Family Circus and Extreme Riders Free daily showtimes each weekend 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. While some vendor booths may accept cards, many are cash only so please be prepared. For your convenience they will have ATMs set up. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.  Additional dates: 24th & 25th. Free admission and parking. East of I-75 off exit 210, on the right. 7410 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL.

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October 18, 2026: A fun and safe night for the whole family Grace United Methodist Church invites you to Trunk or Treat. Pumpkin patch, games, snacks, pumpkin and rock painting station. 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. 400 Field Avenue, Venice, FL.

October 22, 2026: Sheriff Rick Wells invites you to join the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office for the “Sheriff's Spooktactical Night,” an evening of family fun! MCSO units, special teams, and community partners will have vehicles on display, demonstrations, activities for kids, free food, and trunk-or-treat. The event is free to the public. Costumes welcome.  Free parking will be available at the former Desoto Square Mall across from the Operations Center on 301 Blvd. W. Handicapped parking will be available on-site. Please follow the posted signage for directions. 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Manatee County Sheriff's Office: 600 301 Blvd W, Bradenton, FL

October 22, 2026: t's Trunk or Treat at SCF Venice! All treats. All dance moves. All the Halloween fun! Gab your costume, bring your crew and join us for SCF’s annual Trunk or Treat! Explore decorated vehicles, collect candy and show off your monster moves to live DJ music. Enjoy free games, activities and plenty of Halloween spirit! Bring your trick-or-treat bag and make a night of it! Free candy available while supplies last. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. SCF Venice, 8000 S. Tamiami Trail (Parking Lot)

October 22 - 25, 2026: They're back for the first time in years! Sarasota's own Haunted Houses are back! 11 Nights of Terror! Sarasota Fright Fest is 2 Extreme Haunted Houses. Get ready for an unforgettable nights of Halloween, horror, entertainment, and extreme scares at Sarasota Fright Fest! Featuring multiple haunted attractions, live music, exciting entertainment on the main stage, unique food vendors, and an incredible variety of merchandise, Sarasota Fright Fest brings together Halloween and horror fans from across the region for one of the area’s biggest celebrations of all things spooky. Prepare yourself for two intense haunted house experiences: The Tomb of Terror and Virus! The terror doesn't stop at the haunted houses! Sarasota Fright Fest features live entertainment and live music on the main stage, local food vendors serving up delicious food, and unique merchandise vendors offering plenty of Halloween and horror-themed items. Also: October 29, 30, 31, November 1. Various ticket options and prices. Friday and Saturday 7:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Thursday and Sunday 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Robarts Arena, Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL.

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October 23, 2026: It's the Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex Annual Haunted Trail Carnival & Bark-O-Ween Dog Parade and Costume Contest. Bring your little ghouls and goblins for a fun-filled evening of games, trick-or-treating, and spooky surprises along a half-mile walking trail. This free event is perfect for children of all ages, with interactive activities designed especially for kids aged 12 and under. Dress up in your favorite costumes and prepare for an enchanting adventure in the park! Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. And, dress up your pup and participate in the judged costume parade for a chance to win fun, dog-friendly prizes. Whether your dog is spooky, cute, or creative, this event is sure to be a tail-wagging success. Registration required. To register, contact Conner Bowers at Conner.Bowers@sarasotafl.gov or call 941-263-6732  Free. 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Arlington Park Paw Park, Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere St, Sarasota, FL. 941-554-2110.

October 23, 2026: It's the Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex Annual Haunted Trail Carnival. Bring your little ghouls and goblins for a fun-filled evening of games, trick-or-treating, and spooky surprises along our half-mile walking trail. This free event is perfect for children of all ages, with interactive activities designed especially for kids aged 12 and under. Dress up in your favorite costumes and prepare for an enchanting adventure in the park!  Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Free. 5 p.m. - 7  p.m. Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere St, Sarasota, FL

October 23 - 25, 2026: Welcome to Halloween Notte, the most thrilling Halloween festival in Florida! Step beyond the gates and into a world of haunted houses, eerie lights, creepy characters, and spine tingling fun for all ages. Bigger, scarier & more fun than ever! 3 haunted houses, a live Halloween  show, scare actors, kids zone, pumpkin patch & more at the Charlotte County Fairgrounds. One place. Endless chills & thrills! From terrifying live shows to family friendly attractions like the pumpkin patch and  there's something lurking for everyone with 3 Haunted Houses: The Butcher's Haunted House, The Asylum and The Frightmare Before Christmas Live Show. Dare to explore. Stay for the screams. This is Halloween like you’ve never seen it. Thursdays and Sundays 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Family friendly activities. Fair Fun – pumpkin patch, photo ops, games, vendors & food. Delicious snacks and food trucks. Free parking when you buy tickets online! Various ticket prices: $5 - $100. Also October 29–31. Charlotte County Fairgrounds, 2333 El Jobean Rd , Port Charlotte, FL

October 24, 2026: It's a Pumpkin Splash! You’ve probably been to a pumpkin patch, but have you ever experienced a Pumpkin Splash? Dive into fall fun! Swim through a floating pumpkin patch and choose the perfect pumpkin to decorate and take home! 🎃🏊‍♂️ Decorate your pumpkin poolside using your own supplies or the craft materials and carving tools provided. It’s a splash-tastic way to celebrate the season! Don't miss this unique, family-friendly event! $10 per person - Take home a pumpkin! Registration required - Call 941-263-6732 to register. Each participant gets one pumpkin to keep. Children must be supervised by an adult. Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere St, Sarasota, FL.

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October 24, 2026: Manatee Village Historical Park is hosting “Cemetery Tours,” a free hour-long tour of the 1850 Manatee Burying Grounds led by a member of Manatee Village's staff. Tours cover different facets of life during Manatee's Founding Period (1840-1918) as well as stories of those buried in the burying grounds. Topics vary depending on the staff member leading the tour. Space is limited and filled on a first come, first served basis. All members of your party must be present to receive a wristband. Each tour has a limited availability of 30 persons. First come first served. 10 a.m. Free to the public. Tickets available in the Wiggin's Store the day of the tours. (941) 749-7165. Manatee Village Historical Park,1404 Manatee Avenue East (State Road 64) Bradenton, FL.

October 24, 2026: Do The Halloween Pub Crawl in Downtown Sarasota! Do The Halloween Pub Crawl! 25% OFF code: SCREAM25 good until October 3rd! Get your tickets NOW before they are all sold out! Get ready to embrace the spooky season and Do The Halloween Pub Crawl in Downtown Sarasota! Pull out your spookiest costumes, grab your ghoulish friends, and prepare for a night of haunted fun. It's Sarasota County's most frightfully fantastic pub crawl, where the spirits are high, and the fun never dies! With contests, prizes, and downtown fun, this is the Halloween Pub Crawl event you should do. Come solo, with your boo, or gather your whole ghoul-gang and join us for the spookiest Halloween bash! 4:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Contest awards and prizes will be awarded during the event. Tickets ARE NOT sold at the door and can be purchased ONLY online! Tickets are just $19*. Last-Minute Tickets are $23.* Joe's On Main, 1448 Main Street Sarasota, FL 

October 24, 2026: Check out Joyland's 30th Annual Boo Bash and Costume Contest with $5000 in cash prizes,   drink specials, Horrorland Haunted Maze All Night. Tickets $15 - $25. Party starts at 9 p.m. Joyland Live, 8341 Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota FL.

October 24 - 25, 2026: Get into the 35th Annual Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival featuring fun for all including craft show, live music, live shows, pioneer trades village, scarecrow displays, charity pumpkin games, hayrides, pony rides, petting zoo, frog jumping championships, kids train ride, fresh roasted sweet corn, rock climbing wall, face painting, children's and dog's costume contest and more. Admission $15, kids 5 - 9 $5 & under 5 free, parking $5. Cash only. 9:00 a.m. a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hunsader Farms: C.R. 675, halfway between S.R. 64 & S.R. 70, 10 miles east of I-75. Heading north on I-75 from Sarasota take exit 217A or heading south on I-75 take exit 220. 941-322-2168.

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October 24 - 25, 2026: The 38th Annual Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Fest features hay rides, pony rides, pumpkin painting, face painting, mini train rides, a petting zoo and more. NEW FESTIVAL ACTIVITY – Hollowgraves Haunted Manor! A walk-through haunted house with live actors! Recommended for ages 8+ Lots of Halloween decorations for sale, too, from scarecrows to hay bales. Admission, Parking, Petting zoo, playground, live music, and decorated photo spots are FREE! Individual rides and game activity booth, including pony rides, unicorn encounter, hug a goat and pumpkin painting, has their own set price ranging from $1 – $10. Children’s Costume Contest every Saturday at 2 p.m. in front of the animal barn and free to participate in. Torres Family Circus and Extreme Riders Free daily showtimes each weekend 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. While some vendor booths may accept cards, many are cash only so please be prepared. For your convenience they will have ATMs set up. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.  Additional dates: 24th & 25th. Free admission and parking. East of I-75 off exit 210, on the right. 7410 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL. Sarasota Halloween Events on Escape-to-Sarasota.com

October 25, 2026: Enjoy the Selby Gardens Spooktacular with the whole family. With fun and not too scary festivities, bring your camera for pictures of your costumed family! Activities include traditional, wholesome Halloween happenings like trick-or-treating, arts and crafts, fun and educational activities, as well as more frightening (but not too scary) options for older children including storytelling. Children are encouraged to dress in costume and bring their own trick-or-treat bags to collect their goodies. Food and beverage available for purchase. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Members: Free, Member's Guests: $12. Regular admission: Adults $28, kids 5 - 17 $12. 4 and under are free. Food available for purchase. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL. Sarasota Halloween Events on Escape-to-Sarasota.com

October 25, 2025: TBA for 2026. Join in for Monster Mash! It's ALIVE! 107.9 WSRZ's Monster Mash returns. Jones and Company are hosting the Ultimate Halloween Party at the Venice Community Center Featuring the Ultimate Costume Contest with $1,500 in cash prizes. Admission: $10/advance $15 at the door. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Venice Community Center, 326 S. Nokomis Ave., Venice, FL

October 25, 2026: The Halloween festivities begin with The Vampire Circus, a mesmerizing blend of circus, cabaret and theater that brings a dark and high-energy spectacle to the Van Wezel. Inspired by the worlds of Tim Burton and Cirque du Soleil, the production features international performers combining acrobatics, dance, comedy and illusion in a thrilling 90-minute experience. Set in 19th-century Bohemia, Count Dracula uses a traveling circus as the perfect disguise for his sinister plan. Daring, mysterious and unforgettable, Vampire Circus invites audiences into a world where the unexpected awaits.Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 7 N Tamiami Trail., Sarasota, FL.

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October 27, 2026: It's the return of Nathan Benderson Park’s annual NBP Trick Or Treat On The Lake. Don your spookiest, silliest, or most star-studded costumes and prepare for an evening of trick-or-treating along their candy trail. Experience not-too-spooky themed booths decorated by community organizations, all ready to treat you with candies and delights, themed children’s activities, live music, an area dedicated to interactive play for the little ones, as well as a storytelling corner to ignite their imaginations with Halloween tales. 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Regatta Island. Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota FL.

October 28, 2026:  Celebrate Halloween with State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota’s (SCF) Bradenton. It's a Halloween Skeleton Spooktacular. Venture deep into the Learning Commons and test your knowledge of our collection of organ models, or partake in festivities, movies, and candy! Costumes are welcomed but not mandatory. Learning Commons, Room 123, Bldg. 3 – Carol F. Probstfeld Library & Learning Center and Family Heritage House at SCF Bradenton. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. SCF Bradenton, 5840 26th St. W., parking lot D,  Bradenton, FL.  

October 28, 2026: It's Trunk or Treat. Bring the whole family for a ghoulishly good time at the annual Trunk or Treat at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex. Kids of all ages will enjoy a safe and spooky evening filled with fun, games, and candy! Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes and trunk decorations. Free; no registration required. 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Robert L. Taylor Community Complex, 1845 John Rivers Street, Sarasota, FL.

October 28 - 31, 2026: Check out The Jiggs Landing Haunted Boat Ride! When the sun goes down, Jiggs Landing changes. This Halloween season, the peaceful boardwalk transforms into a realm of spooky lights and chilling characters, inviting brave souls to experience the brand-new Jiggs Landing Haunted Boat Ride. Once visitors leave the dock, there’s no turning back. Guests will cruise straight into the absolute darkness of Ward Lake, enveloped by black water, shadowy trees, and things they might wish they hadn’t seen. As the boat drifts through the eerie stillness, passengers may hear something moving in the woods or catch a glimpse of something unexplainable lingering along the shoreline. Organizers have issued a strict warning for all who dare to board: Whatever you do…don’t look behind you. The lake has always had stories, but this year, riders don't just hear the legends—they become part of one. Limited tickets are available. Various times. $10. Advanced booking is strongly recommended. Jiggs Landing, 6106 63rd St. E. Bradenton, FL

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October 28 - 31, 2026: The 5th Annual Haunted Walk Returns to Jiggs Landing Preserve—Spookier Than Ever Jiggs Landing Preserve is thrilled to announce the return of its annual Halloween tradition: the 5th Annual Haunted Walk! Designed to excite both returning visitors and first-time guests, the premier attraction remains 100% free to the public. Free. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Jiggs Landing Preserve, 6106 63rd St. East, Bradenton, FL

October 29, 2026: It's Trunk or Treat at SCF Bradenton! All treats. All dance moves. All the Halloween fun! Gab your costume, bring your crew and join us for SCF’s annual Trunk or Treat! Explore decorated vehicles, collect candy and show off your monster moves to live DJ music. Enjoy free games, activities and plenty of Halloween spirit! Bring your trick-or-treat bag and make a night of it! Free candy available while supplies last. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. SCF Bradenton, 5840 26th St. W. (Parking Lot J)

October 29 - November 1, 2026: They're back for the first time in years! Sarasota's own Haunted Houses are back! 11 Nights of Terror! Sarasota Fright Fest is 2 Extreme Haunted Houses. Get ready for an unforgettable nights of Halloween, horror, entertainment, and extreme scares at Sarasota Fright Fest! Featuring multiple haunted attractions, live music, exciting entertainment on the main stage, unique food vendors, and an incredible variety of merchandise, Sarasota Fright Fest brings together Halloween and horror fans from across the region for one of the area’s biggest celebrations of all things spooky. Prepare yourself for two intense haunted house experiences: The Tomb of Terror and Virus! The terror doesn't stop at the haunted houses! Sarasota Fright Fest features live entertainment and live music on the main stage, local food vendors serving up delicious food, and unique merchandise vendors offering plenty of Halloween and horror-themed items. Also: November 1. Various ticket options and prices. Friday and Saturday 7:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Thursday and Sunday 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Robarts Arena, Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL.

October 29 - 31, 2026: Welcome to Halloween Notte, the most thrilling Halloween festival in Florida! Step beyond the gates and into a world of haunted houses, eerie lights, creepy characters, and spine tingling fun for all ages. Bigger, scarier & more fun than ever! 3 haunted houses, a live Halloween  show, scare actors, kids zone, pumpkin patch & more at the Charlotte County Fairgrounds. One place. Endless chills & thrills! From terrifying live shows to family friendly attractions like the pumpkin patch and  there's something lurking for everyone with 3 Haunted Houses: The Butcher's Haunted House, The Asylum and The Frightmare Before Christmas Live Show. Dare to explore. Stay for the screams. This is Halloween like you’ve never seen it. Thursdays and Sundays 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Family friendly activities. Fair Fun – pumpkin patch, photo ops, games, vendors & food. Delicious snacks and food trucks. Free parking when you buy tickets online! Various ticket prices: $5 - $100.  Charlotte County Fairgrounds, 2333 El Jobean Rd , Port Charlotte, FL

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October 30, 2026: Be a part of North Port's Halloween tradition. Costumes, candy and community creativity will fill the City Center Front Green with Trick or Treat at City Center. At the center of the celebration is the Pumpkin Trail, a winding collection of kid-friendly Halloween booths created by local businesses, nonprofits and community groups. Each partner brings a section of the trail to life with a festive display and provides candy for the thousands of children expected to attend. Guests can add their creativity to a Community Mural, then visit the Halloween-themed photo station to capture keepsake memories from the evening. 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Trick or Treat at City Center will take place at the City Center Front Green, 4970 City Hall Blvd.. North Port, FL.

October 30, 2026: It's Trick-or-Triples: Spooktacular Tennis Fun! Get ready for the second annual Trick or Triples Triple Elimination Tournament! Grab your costume, rally your team of 3-4 players, and play a Triples tournament for a frightfully fun day. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. One division for all levels of play. Enjoy socializing before, during, and after the tournament in Court Thirteen! Prizes await the winning teams and the most hauntingly creative costumes! It’s going to be a wicked good time! $30 per team, sign up at the front desk or call 941-263-6641 Sign up now—spots will vanish faster than a ghost at the net! Payne Park Tennis Center, 2050 Adams Lane, Sarasota, FL.

October 30, 2026: It's the annual BooFest at Lakewood Ranch Main Street! It will be a spooktacular evening of family-friendly Halloween fun! Enjoy a spooktacular evening of family-friendly Halloween fun! Children are invited to trick-or-treat along a festive street filled with local vendor booths and merchants handing out sweet treats, don’t forget your costume and trick-or-treat tote! The fun continues in the Kids’ Zone where young guests can enjoy face painting, balloon twisting, fun inflatables, and hands-on experiments. Be sure to catch some live music at the Main Stage! With tasty food and drink vendors, fun activities for all ages, and a safe space to celebrate, this free community event is the perfect way for families to enjoy Halloween while supporting local businesses. This event is free and open to the public. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL.

October 31, 2026: The 23rd Annual Boo Run is a family oriented 5K run or walk. There is also a Virtual 5K Run or Walk. Your race entry includes a chip-timed 5K, bib, glow in the dark finisher medal, and race shirt. Overall M/F and Age Group awards will be available to age group winners. Don't forget to dress in your favorite costume to enter the costume contest as well! Various registration fees. 8 a.m.   FCCI Insurance Group Building, 6300 University Parkway, Sarasota, FL 

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October 31, 2026: Check out the Bradenton Public Market for a spooktacular good time with Halloween at the Market from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.! This family-friendly event includes Trick or Treating with the Market Friendors from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. (or while candy lasts). Dress in costume and come early! Bradenton Public Market, 400 Old Main Street, Bradenton, FL. Sarasota Halloween Events on Escape-to-Sarasota.com

October 31, 2026: The Annual Sarasota Dog-A-Ween costume contest returns to the Sarasota Farmers Market Halloween Festival. Goblins and ghoulies, candy corn and cornstalks, doggie costume contests and parades: It’s time for dogs to get a scary groove on and don the Halloween garb.  All proceeds benefit the Donte’s Den Foundation. REGISTRATION & CHECK-IN 9 a.m. 10 a.m. parade and contest. Registration: 1 N Lemon Ave, Sarasota, FL Contest in Paul Thorpe Park 135 S Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL Competition: 10 a.m. parade and contest. Pre-register online here. Fee: $15  Parking is available in Whole Foods Parking Plaza. 

October 31, 2026: Get Ready for the 23rd annual Halloween Egg Hunt at the Children's Garden! Put on your costumes and get ready for a magical morning at our annual Halloween Egg Hunt! The hunt begins at 10 am sharp.​ Hunt for a dozen hidden eggs filled with treats and prizes, make a festive craft, and enjoy complimentary scoops from Ben & Jerry’s. Tickets available starting on Sunday, September 27th through Zeffy, or in-person at the Garden. Please note: Halloween Egg Hunt tickets are available by pre-registration only. The Garden will be closed to the general public until noon. Advance purchase required via Zeffy or at the Gift Shop. Refunds available until two weeks before the event. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. The Children's Garden, 1670 10th Way, Sarasota, Fl.

October 31, 2026:It's the 2026 Boo! at The Bazaar with Free Trick or Treating (inside). It's The Bazaar's annual Boo! Free Trick or Treat event. Costumes encouraged and all ages welcome! Trick or treat throughout the entire Bazaar. SRQ Kickball Is hosting the costume contest at 2pm. There will be prizes. DJ music and food specials at Hamlet's Eatery! 10 .a. - 3 p.m. The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime, 821 Apricot Avenue, Sarasota, FL. Sarasota Halloween Events on Escape-to-Sarasota.com

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October 31, 2026: For the 41st year Siesta Key will host the “Safe Treats.” This FREE event provides a safe venue for children to trick-or-treat and is a fun afternoon for the entire family. The event includes merchants in Siesta Village and on South Siesta Key. Bring your little ones to trick or treat and look for participating members displaying their Safe Treats Signs across Siesta Key. Don’t forget to hop on the free Siesta Key  Breeze Trolley which makes a continuous loop between the Siesta Key Village and Turtle Beach, with multiple stops along the way. 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Siesta Key, FL. Sarasota Halloween Events on Escape-to-Sarasota

October 31, 2026: It's the Downtown Halloween Strut in Venice, taking the place of the usual children's Halloween costume parade. All ages (from little ones to seniors) are invited to show off their costumes in Downtown Venice for the Halloween Strut! From 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.  Tampa Ave West, West Venice Ave, Miami Ave West, and Nokomis Ave! PLEASE NOTE: There is no street parade this year. Historic Downtown Venice, FL.  Sarasota Halloween Events on Escape-to-Sarasota

October 31, 2026: Enjoy Halloween at The Ringling this Year! The Ringling invites you to join us for a safe and enjoyable family-friendly Halloween evening. Enter through our historic Museum of Art gates, dressed in costume! Enjoy trick-or-treating on the Loggia, a Lantern Labyrinth in the Courtyard, and art-making. The Museum of Art Galleries will come alive with guides highlighting not-too-spooky paintings, a Seek and Find, and non-candy treats, with historic Halloween shorts playing in Gallery 19. The Say Cheese food truck will be there to take care of dinner! What to expect: Guests will enter the main Museum of Art gates (not through the Visitors Pavilion) They encourage our littlest visitors to come between 4:00-5:00 P.M. Please bring non-perishable food items for All Faiths Food Bank if you are able. There is no registration required for this event. Please leave swords, wands, and other costumes/costume accessories that might pose a risk for The Ringling's collection at home or in the car. No candy can be eaten while inside the galleries. Free admission. 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL

October 31, 2026:  It's the 18th Annual Fright Night on St Armand's Circle for Halloween fun. There will be haunted store fronts, frightening characters around every corner and statues dressed in the Halloween spirit. Adults and Kids can trick-or-treat around The Circle with numerous shops and restaurants contributing to the Halloween spirit with customized promotions. Free. 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. St. Armand's Circle, St. Armand's Key, Sarasota, FL. Sarasota Halloween Events on Escape-to-Sarasota

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October 31, 2026: Get Ready for a Spooktacular Night at the 12th Annual Trick-or-Treat in the Village of the Arts! Calling all ghosts and goblins, witches and wizards, superheroes and monsters! It’s that time of year again, and the Village of the Arts is brewing up a magical Halloween night just for you! Have a thrilling adventure filled with candy, costumes, and community spirit! Visit the Village where the streets are filled with Halloween magic. Their local galleries and friendly neighbors will be handing out treats, spreading joy, and creating memories that will linger long after the night ends. So, round up your little goblins and ghosts, and come enjoy a treat-filled Halloween adventure in the Village of the Arts—where the spirit of the season comes alive! 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Village of the Arts, 1227 12th St. W, Bradenton, FL Street Parking throughout the Village, and at the empty lot on 13th Ave and 12th Street.

October 31, 2024: TBA for 2026. It's the 6th annual Halloween on S. Lime Ave! Madam Dementia cordially invites you to join her and the other characters of Halloween on South Lime. Created by artists, Dave Gordon and Elln Hagney, of Enlightened Monkey Arts, the installation offers multiple areas for guests to enjoy and features, projection mapping, custom made animatronics, special effects, games, interactives, a scavenger hunt and more. Described as heavy in humor with a little edge, Halloween on S. Lime is perfect for the entire family. This Years Theme: ​ Madam Dementia’s Fairytales for the Underworld​: This year, visitors will descend into Madam Dementia’s Fairytales for the Underworld, meeting the unnatural denizens of the realm’s most twisted fables. Guests may: Listen to campfire songs from the fan-favorite Singing Pumpkin Trio, Visit Alice’s Nightmare Garden and chat with the Caterpillar, Be Amazed by the Pied Pipers Circus, Encounter the Magic Mirror, Look out for strings in Painocchio’s Pleasure Playground, Explore the Western Cemetery and the grave of Rip Van Winkle — and perhaps learn about its ghostly inhabitants. Halloween on S. Lime Ave is a free, family friendly neighborhood event that draws hundreds of visitors from Sarasota and Manatee County. Madam Dementia cordially invites you to join her and the other characters of Halloween on S. Lime from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Halloween on South Lime Ave, 133 S Lime Ave, Sarasota, FL. For more information call 617-823-5081.

October 31, 2025:  TBA for 2026. It's the Gator Club's Heroes vs Villains Halloween Block Party. 5:00 p.m. start outside with DJ Kelly Crawford on stage followed by Phoenix 5 live. 2 costume contests with Cash 💰 and Prizes! Food trucks Smokin Momma Lora's BBQ Mobile and more. Inside entertainment with the ONE and ONLY Johnny Diamond on stage 9:30 p.m.! The Gator Club, 1490 Main St, Sarasota, FL

October 31, 2026: It's Mellow Mushroom's 5th Annual Melloween! A Halloween Party for Adults including the return of our infamous Bobbing for Shots! Costume Contest. Spooky Cocktails. Come scary, sexy, or wonderfully weird for a chance to win FREE PIZZA FOR A YEAR Enjoy bewitching drinks designed to put a spell on you. Drag Shows. Prepare to scream for our frighteningly fabulous performers! 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Mellow Mushroom Sarasota, 6727 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL

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October 31, 2025: TBA for 2026. Celebrate Halloween in the heart of downtown Bradenton with a Halloween Block Party. Enjoy live music, local vendors, food trucks, and plenty of festive fun — costumes encouraged! 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. Some participating venues may have age restrictions. Old Main Street, downtown Bradenton, FL.

October 31, 2026: Summon the spirits and prepare for a night of spine-tingling fun at Sage’s Annual Haunted Mansion Party! Mark your calendars and immerse yourself in the Haunting Magic of the Mansion. This year they’ve elevated the experience — no more separate ticket prices, because every guest is a VIP. With your admission you’ll have access to all four haunted floors of the building, including the new 3rd floor Vampire Nightclub. All-Inclusive Access: $65 admission grants access to all 4 themed floors. Music & Dancing: Live DJs and active dance floors throughout the venue. Food & Drinks: Complimentary passed light bites, themed specialty cocktails, and multiple cash bars to keep the spirits flowing. This will be a night of thrills, chills, and eerie excitement like never before. 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. Sage Restaurant, 1216 1st Street, Sarasota, FL

November 6 - 7, 2026: The Skeletons are Coming, The Skeletons are Coming!! This year marks the 22nd anniversary of their BIGGEST event of the year: the Festival of the Skeletons! Join in for the 22nd Annual Dia de los Muertos celebration. Friday 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday 11 am – 4  pm. The Village will be bursting with color, lively energy, and excitement like never before!! Explore an incredible array of shrines and altars featured in the galleries throughout the Village. Enjoy strolling music as you wander through the Village, discover unique treasures from pop-up vendors, and savor delicious food from a variety of vendors. Flaunt your best Día de los Muertos costume and immerse yourself in the cultural richness. This vibrant celebration of life and remembrance is not to be missed! This event is free and family-friendly. Friday, November 6, 6 p.m. - 9 pm. Saturday, November 7, 11 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Village of the Arts and The Village Art House Collective, 1227 12th St. W, Bradenton, FL  Sarasota Halloween Events on Escape-to-Sarasota.com

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