Looking for ways to get your Halloween fix this year? St. Pete has you covered with a hauntingly good selection of events, from spooky cruises to family-friendly festivals.

Calling All Cult Classics:

• Rocky Horror Picture Show (Oct 3): Join the original “Magenta” Patricia Quinn for a screening of the classic film with all the trimmings – shadow cast, audience participation, and a costume contest! (Mahaffey Theater, $66)

Fright Nights and Haunted Happenings:

• Fearville (Oct 4-26): Test your courage at this walk-through haunted experience featuring creepy characters, detailed sets, and live performances. (DK Farms, $29)
• Ghost Ship Royal Conquest (Weekends through Halloween): Embark on a ghostly cruise with digital projections, unlimited beer and wine, and a costume contest. (John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk, $32-$42)
• Ghostly Haunted Trolley Tour (Every Wednesday, Oct 9-30): Explore the haunted history of St. Petersburg on a spooky trolley ride with a local expert. (St. Petersburg Museum of History, $35-$45)
• Haunted History Tour with Tampa Bay Watch (Oct 16, 23, 30): Uncover the secrets of St. Pete’s haunted waterfront on a thrilling boat tour with eerie tales. (The Pier, $45)
• Roser Park Ghost Tours and Halloween Block Party (Oct 19): Get your spook on with ghost tours, a Halloween market, and a movie in the park. (Roser Park, Free – Ghost Tour tickets $30-$60)

Family-Friendly Fun:

• Spookyzaar (Oct 6): Find unique Halloween crafts and explore the haunted halls of ArtLofts at this free event. (ArtLofts Artists Studios, Free)
• Pumpkins on the Porch with Tampa Bay Watch (Oct 12): Get into the Halloween spirit with pumpkin painting, games, and prizes. (The St. Pete Pier, $10)
• Pint-Sized Halloween Party (Oct 12): Little ones will have a blast with games, crafts, and snacks at this costume-encouraged event. (Southwest Recreation Complex, Largo, $10 child/$4 adult)
• Festival of Fright (Oct 18): Enjoy Halloween carnival games, spooky food trucks, and family activities at this free event. (Long Center, Clearwater, Free)
• Trick or Treat in John’s Pass Village (Oct 25): Families can enjoy safe trick-or-treating throughout the scenic waterfront village. (John’s Pass Village and Boardwalk, Madeira Beach, Free)
• Halloween on Central (Oct 27): St. Pete’s biggest Halloween bash features live music, costume contests, food trucks, and trick-or-treating along a two-mile stretch of Central Avenue. (Free)
• TFO: Haunted Halls Family Concert (Oct 27): Dress up and enjoy a Halloween-themed concert with The Florida Orchestra. (Mahaffey Theater, $25)
• Halloween Candy Cruise with Tampa Bay Watch (Oct 26 & 27): Set sail for a magical Halloween adventure with games, puzzles, and candy for all ages! (The Pier, $26 adults/$18 under 13)

Don’t Forget the Gourds and Ghouls:

• Hunsader Farms 33rd Annual Pumpkin Festival (Weekends Only, Oct 12-27): Enjoy pumpkin picking, a craft show, live music, and more fall festivities. (Bradenton, $15, ages 10 and under free)
• Florida Botanical Gardens Pumpkinfest (Oct 26): Celebrate Halloween with pumpkin carving, a pumpkin patch, and spooky activities. (Largo, Free)

Something Wicked This Way Comes…

No matter how you like to celebrate Halloween, St. Pete has something for everyone. So grab your costume, gather your ghoulish crew, and get ready for a hauntingly good time!