THIS WEEKEND AROUND TAMPA BAY
Your Gulf Palm Homes Realty Guide to What’s Happening Close to Home
October 30 – November 1, 2026
Halloween weekend is here, and Tampa Bay is ready to celebrate!
From spooky haunted attractions and neighborhood trick-or-treating to live music, fall festivals, waterfront activities, and family-friendly community celebrations, there’s plenty happening throughout our beautiful region.
Whether you’re looking for Halloween adventures, something fun for the kids, a relaxing evening of entertainment, or an opportunity to explore a new community, we’ve got some great ideas for you.
At Gulf Palm Homes Realty, we believe loving where you live means experiencing everything your community has to offer.
That’s why every Wednesday we bring you THIS WEEKEND AROUND TAMPA BAY, highlighting activities throughout Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando, and Hillsborough Counties.
And we don’t just focus on the big cities. We make a special effort to highlight the smaller towns, waterfront neighborhoods, and rural communities that make Tampa Bay such an incredible place to call home.
Let’s see what’s happening this Halloween weekend!
PASCO COUNTY
New Port Richey • Port Richey • Trinity • Hudson • Land O’ Lakes • Wesley Chapel • Dade City • Zephyrhills • More
Downtown Trick or Treat — New Port Richey
Saturday, October 31 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Location: Downtown New Port Richey, Main Street and Grand Boulevard
Downtown New Port Richey transforms into a Halloween celebration as local businesses welcome families for an evening of trick-or-treating.
Put on your favorite costume, bring the kids, and enjoy the festive atmosphere of one of Pasco County’s most charming downtown districts.
Admission: Free.
Twilight Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt — Hudson
Friday, October 30 | 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: Veterans Memorial Park, 14333 Hicks Road
Join Pasco County Parks & Recreation for a festive twilight pumpkin scavenger hunt.
This family-friendly Halloween activity is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and celebrate the season.
Admission: Free.
Scarecrow Run 5K — Dade City
Saturday, October 31 | 8:00 AM
Location: Little Everglades Ranch, 17951 Hamilton Road
Get your Halloween morning started with the inaugural Scarecrow Run 5K!
This family-friendly run/walk benefits the Pioneer Florida Museum & Village.
Participants are encouraged to wear costumes, making it a fun event for runners and walkers of different fitness levels.
Registration: $40.
Kids and Pets Trick or Treat — Dade City
Saturday, October 31 | Beginning at 10:00 AM
Location: Historic Downtown Dade City
Bring the kids and your four-legged family members downtown for Halloween fun.
Local businesses welcome trick-or-treaters for a festive morning in one of East Pasco’s most historic communities.
Admission: Free.
Halloween Karaoke — New Port Richey
Saturday, October 31 | 7:00–10:00 PM
Location: Richey Suncoast Theatre, 6237 Grand Boulevard
Looking for something fun to do Halloween night?
Enjoy an evening of Halloween-themed karaoke at the historic Richey Suncoast Theatre.
Costumes are encouraged, and singers can sign up on a first-come basis.
Admission: Free.
Family Fun Night — Port Richey
Sunday, November 1 | 4:00–7:00 PM
Location: Waterfront Park, 8119 Old Post Road
Wrap up the weekend with a free family-friendly community celebration.
Enjoy live music, carnival games, activities, food trucks, and opportunities to connect with neighbors.
Admission: Free.
PINELLAS COUNTY
Tarpon Springs • Palm Harbor • Dunedin • Clearwater • Safety Harbor • Largo • Seminole • Pinellas Park • St. Petersburg • Gulf Beaches • More
Downtown Trick or Treating & Costume Contest — Dunedin
Friday, October 30 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Location: Downtown Dunedin and Pioneer Park, 420 Main Street
Downtown Dunedin is celebrating Halloween with a family-friendly evening of trick-or-treating and costumes.
Visit participating businesses, collect treats, and enjoy the festive atmosphere of this charming waterfront community.
Admission: Free.
Fall-O-Ween — Clearwater
Friday, October 30 | 6:00–10:00 PM
Location: Coachman Park, Downtown Clearwater
Celebrate Halloween along Clearwater’s beautiful waterfront!
Fall-O-Ween features a costume contest, candy trail, food trucks, Dino Dig experiences, touch-a-truck activities, and live entertainment.
It’s a great option for families looking for a full evening of Halloween fun.
Admission: Free.
16th Annual Harvest Festival — Tarpon Springs
Saturday, October 31 | 3:00–6:00 PM
Location: West Coast Word Church, 2795 Keystone Road
Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween alternative featuring games, face painting, bounce houses, a balloon artist, music, and food trucks.
This community celebration welcomes families from throughout North Pinellas County.
Admission: Free.
Boo Bash — Clearwater
Saturday, October 31 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Location: BayCare Ballpark
Bring the kids for a Halloween evening at the ballpark!
Boo Bash offers a family-friendly trick-or-treating experience in a unique setting.
Admission: Free.
Saturday Morning Market — St. Petersburg
Saturday, October 31 | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Location: Al Lang Stadium, 230 First Street SE
Not everything this weekend has to be spooky!
Enjoy one of St. Petersburg’s favorite weekly traditions.
Browse fresh produce, specialty foods, handmade crafts, and locally produced merchandise while enjoying live entertainment.
Sunday Market on Main — Safety Harbor
Sunday, November 1 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Downtown Safety Harbor
Spend Sunday exploring one of Pinellas County’s charming downtown communities.
Browse local vendors, discover unique products, and enjoy the shops and restaurants along Main Street.
Admission: Free.
HERNANDO COUNTY
Spring Hill • Brooksville • Weeki Wachee • Hernando Beach • More
Hernando Beach Haunted House — Hernando Beach
Friday, October 30 | 4:00–9:00 PM
Location: Hernando Beach Community, 4340 Calienta Street
Get ready for a pirate-themed Halloween adventure!
This year’s Hernando Beach Haunted House takes visitors on a journey to a mysterious haunted island.
Much of the attraction is designed to be family-friendly, while those looking for bigger scares can explore the more intense Butcher Shop experience.
Admission: Free.
Haunting for Hunger Halloween Boat Parade — Hernando Beach
Friday, October 30 | 7:00 PM
Location: Hernando Beach Waterways
Halloween meets waterfront living!
The inaugural Haunting for Hunger Halloween Boat Parade features decorated boats cruising through the Hernando Beach waterways.
The event also supports local hunger relief efforts through a community food drive.
It’s a wonderful example of how our coastal communities bring neighbors together.
Admission: Free.
Sip & Shop Social — Downtown Brooksville
Friday, October 30 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Location: Downtown Brooksville
Enjoy a relaxing Friday evening exploring local businesses in historic Downtown Brooksville.
The monthly Sip & Shop Social encourages residents and visitors to discover locally owned shops while enjoying the downtown atmosphere.
It’s a great opportunity to support small businesses.
Spooktacularly Sweet Stroll — Hernando County
Friday, October 30 | 3:00–8:00 PM
Starting Location: Bishop’s Bakery, 16221 Meadow Boulevard
Discover local farms, bakers, and small businesses during this self-paced Halloween-themed driving event.
The Spooktacularly Sweet Stroll offers a unique way to explore different parts of Hernando County while supporting local entrepreneurs.
Responders First 5K & Family Fun Walk — Brooksville
Saturday, October 31 | 8:00 AM–Noon
Location: Sand Hill Scout Reservation, 11210 Cortez Boulevard
Start Halloween morning by supporting local first responders and veterans.
This community event includes a 5K and one-mile family fun walk.
Costumes are encouraged, making it a fun activity for participants of different ages and fitness levels.
Live Music at Marker 48 Brewing — Spring Hill
Friday, October 30 | 6:30 PM
Location: Marker 48 Brewing, 12147 Cortez Boulevard
Enjoy an evening of live rock music as Moonshine Abby performs a mix of classic rock favorites and contemporary hits.
It’s a great opportunity to support a local Hernando County business while enjoying live entertainment.
Admission: Free.
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY
Tampa • Westchase • Carrollwood • Lutz • Temple Terrace • Brandon • Riverview • Apollo Beach • Ruskin • Plant City • More
Last Friday: Jeepers Creepers — Plant City
Friday, October 30
Location: McCall Park, 100 North Collins Street
Downtown Plant City celebrates Halloween with its Jeepers Creepers edition of Last Friday.
Enjoy a festive evening in historic downtown Plant City while supporting local businesses and enjoying the community atmosphere.
Admission: Free.
Wellspring Family Fall Night — Ruskin
Friday, October 30
Location: Wellspring Community Church, 705 9th Street SE
South Hillsborough families can enjoy an evening of fall-themed activities at Wellspring Community Church.
This event offers another opportunity for families in Ruskin and surrounding communities to celebrate the season close to home.
Admission: $20 per family.
Mango Park Trunk or Treat — Seffner
Friday, October 30
Location: Mango Park & Recreation Center
Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween celebration featuring decorated vehicles and plenty of candy.
This Hillsborough County Parks event is a great option for families in Seffner, Mango, Brandon, and surrounding communities.
Admission: Free. No registration required.
Ruskin Park Trunk or Treat — Ruskin
Friday, October 30
Location: Ruskin Park & Recreation Center
Celebrate Halloween in South Hillsborough County!
Enjoy decorated trunks, candy, costume contests, and a haunted trail scheduled to open at 8 PM.
Admission: Free. No registration required.
Halloween Weekend in Downtown Tampa
Friday–Saturday, October 30–31
Location: Downtown Tampa and surrounding entertainment districts
Halloween weekend is a great opportunity to explore Downtown Tampa.
Enjoy the city’s restaurants, waterfront attractions, and entertainment destinations.
Check individual venues for Halloween-themed events and special performances.
Explore Tampa’s Historic Ybor City
Saturday, October 31
Location: Historic Ybor City
Looking for a different way to spend Halloween?
Explore the historic architecture, restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions of Ybor City.
This iconic Tampa neighborhood is an excellent destination for anyone who enjoys history, dining, and discovering unique local businesses.
MAKE THIS HALLOWEEN WEEKEND ONE TO REMEMBER!
One of the things we love most about living in Tampa Bay is the incredible variety of experiences available throughout our communities.
You can spend Friday evening enjoying Halloween festivities in Dunedin, explore a haunted attraction in Hernando Beach, take the kids trick-or-treating in New Port Richey, or enjoy a community festival in Ruskin.
On Saturday, you might start your morning at a local market, participate in a 5K, explore historic Dade City, or enjoy a Halloween celebration.
And on Sunday, you can slow things down with a relaxing visit to Safety Harbor or a family outing in Port Richey.
The possibilities are endless!
That’s what THIS WEEKEND AROUND TAMPA BAY is all about.
We want to help you discover new places, support local businesses, and enjoy the communities that make Tampa Bay such a wonderful place to call home.
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It’s about helping people discover the communities, neighborhoods, and lifestyles that make a house feel like home.
As a boutique real estate brokerage serving Pasco, Pinellas, Hernando, and Hillsborough Counties, we’re committed to providing personalized service and genuine local expertise.
Whether you’re buying, selling, relocating, or simply exploring a new community, our Realtors are ready to help.
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WHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS WEEKEND?
Are you dressing up for Halloween, attending a local festival, visiting a farmers market, or simply spending time with family and friends?
Tell us in the comments: What are you doing this weekend?
And if you know about an upcoming community event we should feature, we’d love to hear about it!
Check back every Wednesday for another edition of THIS WEEKEND AROUND TAMPA BAY!
Event dates, times, admission fees, and activities are subject to change. Please confirm details with event organizers before attending.
