Yup, Halloween is on a Friday! The DUI situation on the streets might make for a whole new horror movie this year.
Here is listing of different happenings happening until the big day; to be updated frequently. If you're hosting an event you don't see here, please email julie.garisto@creativeloafing.com.
Thanks to Meredith Myers, Danielle Carpenter, Emma Sims, Meaghan Habuda, Mark Sugden and our readers' submissions for assistance in the scary endeavor of putting below annual listing together ...
Grown Up Fun
5th Annual Bricks' This Ain't Guavaween Party Ybor's best low-key hipster hangout gets wild in its own special way with a free party that starts at 10 p.m.; costume contest at midnight with more than $500 in prizes and giveaways. The ferocious DJ Cub provides the soundtrack. Sat., Oct. 25, 10 p.m., 1327 E. Seventh Ave, Ybor City. Click here for event page.
All-You-Can-Drink Halloween Bash Anesthetize away the embarrassment of your ridiculous costume 8-10 p.m. for just $10. Kidd Leow from WFLZ-93.3 FM will be spinning Halloweeny-favorite tracks. If you're not hammered yet, from 10 p.m. to midnight, Old Smokey Moonshine will be giving away samples. Please bring a D.D. or call a taxi. Fri., Oct. 31, at the Outpost Tap House, 909 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. Click here for event page.
Baby Anne Guavaween Bash Sunset Events & Crowd Control present a special edition of AMP!D Saturdays featuring The Bassqueen, AKA Baby Anne. She will be playing her signature music style of high energy beats and bass lines. Catch her behind the decks from 10 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. for a night of dance-floor mayhem. Starting at $10. Sat., Oct. 25, 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Amphitheatre Event Facility, 1609 E. Seventh Ave., Ybor City. 813-690-0938. amptampa.com/events/baby-anne-guavaween-saturday-october-25-2014.
Bluelucy Halloween Costume Dance Cocktail Party Hang out with some of the scariest hipsters in St. Pete. The shindig promises "beats, black lights and booze." Costumes, of course, are encouraged. Thurs., Oct. 30, 7-11 p.m. 653 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. Click here for event page.
Ella's Annual Halloween Party 2014 The Seminole Heights haunt serves up its fusion faves with a dead rock star costume contest, DJ BCR, Poetry 'n' Lotion, a John Nowicki solo set opener and the ritualistic killing of a beer keg. 10 p.m., Fri., Oct. 31, 5119 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa. Click here for event page.
Fantasma Fest: Big Monsters Bed Races Five-person teams race wheeled beds down Seventh Avenue from 15th Street to 17th Street. See which team will beat 2013 champions Coyote Ugly Saloon in the second annual event. Sat., Oct. 25, 3-6 p.m. Centro Ybor, 16th Street and Eighth Avenue, Ybor City. 813-242-4660. ybornow.com.
BBW & BHM Club PlushHalloween Bash Attention, big and beautiful folks. This one’s for you. Wear a costume, dance and ask medium Monica Hernandez about your love life, health and what the future has in store for you. 18 and up to enter, 21 to drink, $10 before 10 p.m., $15 after 10 p.m. Costume is optional. You may dress to impress or come casual. $10 before 10 p.m., $15 after 10pm. Sat., Oct. 25, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Glo UltraLounge, 8831 W. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa. 813-388-8229.
Brewery Monster Mash A creepy extrava-beer-ganza with costumes and music by Kettle of Fish. Fri., Oct. 31. Motorworks Brewing, 1014 Ninth St. W., Bradenton. 941-567-6218. motorworksbrewing.com.
Castle Halloween Ball The Ybor club is like that Ministry song that says "Everyday is Halloween" but this party ups the ante. $5, 2004 N 16th St., Tampa, Fri., Oct. 31, 9 p.m. ybornow.com.
Chic a Boo! The Halloween night soiree spreads out across two venues — Kelly's Chic-a-Boom Room and Blur. Now in its lucky 13th year with more than $2,000 in cash and prizes. $7. Fri., Oct. 31, 9 p.m. 319 Main St., Dunedin. kellyschicaboom.com.
Creature Feature Browse, if you dare, works by 21 artists, depicting various mythical creatures and monsters. See a banshee, mermaid, hydra, jackalope and minotaur. Works by Laura Spencer, Calan Ree, Daniel Mrgan, Chad Mize, Mishou Sanchez, Bask, Pale Horse and many more. Opening reception on Sat., Oct. 25, 7-11 p.m. Through Nov. 15. Free. Bluelucy Ybor, 1600 E. Eighth Ave. Suite A137, Tampa. bluelucy.net.
Dia de los Muertos Fiesta Each year Casa Tina adds cultural flair to the harvest/Halloween season with its Dia de Los Muertos Fiesta, an ancient tradition that celebrates the memory of deceased loved ones with their favorite foods, music and souvenirs. Sugar skulls, giant puppets and other festively macabre accoutrements add to the fun. “Incense and bold colors are used to invoke the spirits to come visit for a few days and partake in the festivities being held in their honor,” says Casa Tina proprietor Tina Marie Avila (featured in this week’s As the Locals profile at the back this week’s issue). Her restaurant commemorates the holiday with folkloric dance, traditional food and drink, ofrendas (tribute altars) throughout the downtown, and a candlelight procession. New this year: the Casa Tina Wearable Day of the Dead Fashion Show. Ofrendas on display through Nov. 2.; Fiesta in the Park is 1-11 p.m. Sat. Oct 25; Ballet Folklorico Grupo and Folklorico Mahetzy perform 5-7 p.m.; fashion show at 6:15 p.m., and the procession starts at 10 p.m., returning to the park for a half-hour skeleton dance party. . Sat., Oct. 25, 1-11 p.m. Casa Tina, 365 Main St., Dunedin. 727-734-9226. facebook.com/casatinadunedin.
The Gallery of Mortality If haunted houses leave you cold but you love playing with the idea of death — and you don’t mind haunting images that stay with you for a few nights — the Gallery of Mortality at Gulfport’s City of Imagination is the place to go. Once there, you’ll be immersed in the visuals of Master of Mortality Dean Wick, who has created interpretations of death as portrayed by the master of macabre, Edgar Allen Poe. Walk through The Gallery at your own pace any night between now and Oct. 25, when it moves to the Studio @620, also featuring live performances. $9. Through Oct. 25, 7-9:30 p.m. city of imagination, 2726 54th St. S., Gulfport. 727-259-8734. facebook.com/TheGalleryofMortality.
Grand Central District Association's Pub & Grub Crawl Take a creepy-crawly trolley ride to 11 Grand Central District establishments for an evening of Halloween-filled fun, with drink and food specials at every stop. Butler's Key West Bar, Urban Brew and BBQ, The Garage on Central, Community Cafe and Sly Bar are among the participating bizes. A $5 wristband, which functions as your ticket, may be purchased at the Grand Central District Association's office at 2227 Central Ave., where the trolley will launch. Friday, Oct. 31. 7:30 p.m. $5. 2429 Central Ave. #210, St. Petersburg, 727-828-7006.
Ghost Stories & Spooky Tales: A Storytelling Event Enjoy some beer from Barley Mow while local storytellers and writers share some bone-chilling tales to get you in the mood for Halloween. Storytellers include Ross Tarr, Deborah Frethem, Billie Noakes and Nicholas Richard Wilde. Scheduled: a story by famed local author Christopher Buehlman, read by a surprise local actor. There will also be candy giveaways, a raffle and a costume contest. This event is sponsored by Creative Loafing. $5. Sat., Oct. 25, 7 p.m. Barley Mow Brewing Company, 518 West Bay Drive, Largo. 727-584-7772. Click here for Facebook event.
Guavaween Freakshow carnival and voodoo magic come together for this year’s Guavaween festival. There will be plenty of entertainment including live music on the main stage, burlesque and side show acts in the theatre, street performers and more. Guavaween will also have a Street Festival with games, food vendors and thousands of people dressed in costumes. The famous Mama Guava Costume Contest will also take place, so come dressed in your best costume. $18 Limited Presale, $20 Advance, $25 Regular, $30 Door (if available), $80 VIP. Sat., Oct. 25, 6 p.m.-2 a.m. Cuban Club, 2010 Republica De Cuba, Ybor City. 813-248-2954. Guavaweentampa.com.
Gypsy Halloween Show Join a night of spooky comedy, live entertainment and food at Grimaldi’s Pizza in Citrus Park Mall. There will be Halloween based songs, improv, scary scene and movie quote trivia, as well as dancing. A full pizza and Italian food menu will be available, in addition to an extensive beer and wine list. $10 donation. Sun., Oct. 26, 6 p.m. Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, Citrus Park Mall 253 Westshore Plaza, Tampa. (813) 287-2500. grimaldispizzeria.com.
Halloween Party and Dog Park Fundraiser Proceeds go to the dog park at Hyde Park. Tickets include one complimentary craft cocktail and cash bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres and entry into a costume contest. $45. Sat., Oct. 25, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Piquant, 1633 W. Snow Ave., Tampa. 215-833-7353. ehydepark.org.
Hellaween Haunted Art House Bloom Art Center will host a haunted art show, just in time for Halloween. Visitors can view horror themed art pieces, explore the Haunted Warehouse filled with “intense scare installations” and listen to live entertainment. Some artists featured in this gallery are, Bruce Norris, STOIC, James Oleson and Van Der Luc. There will also be a costume contest with prizes, so be sure to dress up. $8 admission, 18 and older only. Oct. 30-31, 7 pm-12 am. The Oleson Gallery, 685 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 352-346-8619. facebook.com/theolesongallery.
Hell on Wheels Bike Rally and Poker Walk Motorcyclists will walk through Ybor collecting poker cards at various Ybor City venues. There will be an auction and raffle to benefit My Warriors Place. Sat., Oct. 25, midnight-6 p.m. Bad Monkey, 1717 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa. 813-280-9971. ybornow.com.
Monster Splash Creep, float or crawl over to Epicurean’s Halloween Costume Party Poolside at the Epicurean Hotel. Dean Hurst will be brewing devilish libations as sounds of the seasons wail from every corner. Prizes for best costume so arrive dressed up. $15. Fri., Oct. 31, 8-11 p.m. Epicurean Theatre, 1207 S. Howard Ave, Tampa. 813-999-8702. epictreasures.launchtrack.com/register/monster-splash.
A Nightmare on 7th Zombie Flash Mob Help set a world record for the World’s largest ever Zombie flash mob. The zombie horde meets at James Joyce Irish Pub and the flash mob converges on 7th Avenue at 10 p.m. Insane drink specials for zombies and those in costume at participating bars. No cover charges and no tickets required. Sat., Oct. 25, 9 p.m. James Joyce Irish Pub & Eatery, 1724 E. Eighth Ave., Tampa. 813-247-1896. ZombieCrawlYbor.com.
Novaween 8 DJ Mega spins at a big upstairs-downstairs bash with spillover into a smoker-friendly courtyard. One of St. Pete's most stylish venues. Food from Murray's Chicago Deli, Miss Mayven’s Sexy-n-Scary Go Go Dancers and costume contests at midnight. Tickets are $16 advance $24 at the door; includes valet. 535 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. N., St. Petersburg. nova535.com.
SoHo Zombie Pub Crawl Benefiting Make-A-Wish Creep and lumber around Hyde Park for good cause. The 4th Annual Soho Zombie Crawl on Oct. 25 has would-be undead folks competing to win $300 in cash and prizes in a costume contest. Kicks off at 4 p.m. at Sunova Beach, 208 S. Howard Ave., Tampa. $20 per person, $50 VIZ and $250 per horde. Visit sohozombiecrawl.com.
SpookEasy: A Horror-Themed Open Mic Night “We hope you choose to come in for a spell,” they say. The ghouls at Community Cafe’s very first horror-inspired Open Mic Night says they will summon the spirits and invoke the inner scaredy-cat in each of us. Enter, if you dare, with a 5-10 minute plan to scare our guests, using storytelling, poetry, spoken-word or prose, and enjoy $1 off beer and wine all night, plus $3 Blood Red Sangria. Free admission. Fri., Oct. 24, 8-11 p.m. Community Cafe, 2444 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-222-6979.
Spooky Empire Ultimate Horror Weekend Two weekends long, it’s the largest horror conventions in the nation. The Ultimate Horror Weekend features appearances and autograph signings by horror genre celebrities including horror, science fiction and fantasy film and TV actors, special effects artists, rock star musicians, horror novelists, graphic artists, and more. Featured events include tattoo festivals, Zombie Walk, costume contests, live performances, film festivals, a celebrity poker tournament for charity, and memorable VIP parties. Thee VaudeVillains Burlesque will add Tampa Bay some sass to the premier Orlando Halloween event. See their biggest cast yet, the show is a combination of Chateau Devoid Erotic Circus, Film Noir Burlesque acts, and dark comedy bits on Fri., Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m. More than 200 vendors; celebrities scheduled to appear include Melissa McBride (Carol), Chandler Riggs (Carl), and Michael Rooker (Merle) of The Walking Dead. $35-$40 per day; at door $40-$45 per day. Kids under 10 free. Fri., Oct. 24, 5-11 p.m.; Sat., Oct. 25, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 26, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. DoubleTree by Hilton at Universal Studios, 5780 Major Blvd., Orlando. 954-258-7852. spookyempire.com.
Wandering Eye Gallery Costume Contest Suggested donation of $5. Fri., Oct. 31, 7-11 p.m. Wandering Eye Art Gallery, 1600 E. Eight Ave. E109, Tampa. 813-786-4735. wanderingeyeartgallery.org.
3rd Annual Pub-Crawl-O-Ween Don weird, sexy or scary Halloween costumes to this five-bar crawl in downtown St. Pete. A free beverage will be served at MacDinton's, Five Bucks Drinkery, The One Night Stand, 260 First and Ringside Cafe. After the pub hop, head to Yard of Ale alongside fellow ghouls for a chance to win cash or prizes during the bar's costume contest. Saturday, Oct. 18. 5:30-11 p.m. $25 in advance, $30 at the door if available. 242 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg, 727-565-0544.
Swing Time's 13th Annual Halloween Costume Ball The ball starts with a one-of-a-kind dance lesson: Shim Sham (with Special Zombie Styling!) 7-8 p.m.; no partner required. Starting at 8, you can dance till the midnight hour to the Ultimate Halloween Swing/Dance Music Mix. A costume parade and contest with $300 in prizes and lots more. $8. Wed., Oct. 29, Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd S, Gulfport. 727-893-1070. swingtime.info.
Top Chef Pumpkin Fight Experience the mad skills of chefs from some the region's tastiest restaurants during a different kind of kitchen battle: a pumpkin carving contest. The inaugural Top Chef Pumpkin Fight lets eaters vote for their favorite works of punkin art, which will be displayed in the Epicurean Hotel lobby starting Tuesday, Oct. 28. Chefs from Bella’s Italian Cafe, Haven (formerly SideBern's), Pearl in the Grove, Z Grille, Rooster & the Till and eight other eateries will be showcased. A donation with each vote is encouraged since the proceeds will benefit Feeding America Tampa Bay. Voting ends at midnight Friday, Oct. 31, and the winner will be announced Monday, Nov. 3. One voter will also be randomly selected as the winner of a meal for two at the participating Tampa restaurants. Tuesday, Oct.28-Friday, Oct. 31. All day. 1207 S. Howard Ave., Tampa, 855-829-2536.
Fantasma Fest: WitchCraft Music Festival 20 local and nationally recognized bands will perform at four different locations throughout Ybor City. Sat., Oct. 25, 8 p.m. Ybor City, ybornow.com.
Fantasma Fest: Zombie Crawl Fantasma Fest is Ybor’s annual Halloween celebration presented by the Ybor Merchants Association. See website for individual day’s events and times. The Zombie Crawl features makeup artists, who will provide free supplies and makeup tips beginning at 4 p.m. The crawl starts at 7 p.m. at The Dirty Shame and will visit various venues before ending at The Orpheum at approximately 9:30 for additional festivities until close. Thurs., Oct. 23, 4-9 p.m. The Dirty Shame, 1929 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa. 813-247-7930. ybornow.com.
Theater
A Haunting At The Meteor Head to Ybor's original black box for spooky, creepy, theatrical fun, Halloween experience with an original musical number written by Colleen Cherry and Andy Gray. A cast of six accomplished actors will perform original plays written by Tampa playwrights, such as April Bender, Lil Barcaski and Joe Winskye. Should be a hauntingly good time. Seating is limited. Tickets just $15; students, seniors and Theatre Tampa Bay Members pay $10. “Pay What You Can” Performance is Oct. 27, 8 p.m. To reserve your tickets, contact April and Kim at GhostLightTheatreTampa@gmail.com. Various dates through Fri., Oct. 31, 8-9:30 p.m. Silver Meteor Gallery, 2213 E. Sixth Ave., Ybor City. 561-302-6763. theatretampabay.org/happenings.
Dracula, The Vampire Strikes Back Join Dracula in London as he searches for keys to Vlad the Impaler’s treasure, while Sapphi the vampire hunter searches for him. Coco Van Helsing and Lucy Lastic are also on his trail. Hilarity is sure to ensue when they all meet in Transylvania. This play features British Panto, which uses stock characters, drag comedy, puns, musical numbers and audience participation to heighten the excitement. Visitors are encouraged to dress in costume. Raffle prizes and activities will be held in the lobby before the performance. Doors will open one hour before showtime. $15 adult, $10 students, Free for children under 12 (limit one per adult ticket). Oct. 24- Nov. 2, Fridays and Saturdays 8 pm, Sundays 2 pm. St. Petersburg City Theatre, 4025 31st St. S., St. Petersburg. 727-866-1973. spcitytheatre.org.
Vampire Lesbians of Sodom Jobsite takes on Charles Busch’s tale of two blood-sucking, female-loving vampires, whose rivalry travels from Biblical times to ’80s Vegas. Sure to be a hoot. Stars Summer Bohnenkamp and Zachary Hines (pictured, left) and co-starring Spencer Meyers of Hedwig fame, the preternaturally gorgeous Katrina Stevenson, Jamie Jones and Maggie Mularz. Music Director J. Elijah Cho provides the cabaret-style tunes. David Jenkins directs the whole she-bang. Half-off preview night Wed., Oct. 29; regular run is Thursdays-Sundays Oct. 29-Nov. 23, Straz Center, $28, Tampa, jobsitetheater.org.
The War of the Worlds MAS Community Theatre will perform a live staged re-creation of the radio broadcast on Sunday, Oct. 30, 1938, when millions of radio listeners were shocked by radio news alerts that announced the arrival of Martians. Though what the radio listeners heard was a portion of Orson Welles’ adaptation of the well-known book, War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells, many of the listeners believed what they heard on the radio was real. Member $10, non-member $15, Student w/ ID $5. Fri., Oct. 24, 7:30-9 p.m. Firehouse Cultural Center, 101 First Ave N.E., Ruskin. 813-645-7651. firehouseculturalcenter.org.
Haunted Attractions
Halloween Horror Nights 24Universal Studios will feature all-new haunted houses, chilling street experiences and live shows. This year’s fright includes experiences with The Walking Dead, AVP: Alien Vs. Predator and The Purge: Anarchy. We don’t think you’ll leave the award-winning Halloween Horror Nights without knowing the true meaning of scared. Visit the website for more information on ticket packages and pricing. Prices vary. Wednesdays-Sundays, 6:30 p.m. Through Nov. 1. Universal Studios, 6000 Universal Boulevard, Orlando. 407-363-8000. halloweenhorrornights.com.
Haunted Glow Mansion 2014 More than $3,000 in glow sticks scare away the spirits. Free before 10 p.m. Sat., Oct. 25, 10 p.m.-3 a.m. 260 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 727.288.4519. debacleent.com.
Hellview CemeteryThe free local haunted attraction is inspired by the disappearance of Madame Oar, who leaves the power balance in shambles as a new power grows inside Hellview’s walls. Donations will be collected for the Florida Bat Conservancy and Child’s Play, as well as local non-profit The Kind Mouse. Fri.-Sun. through Oct. 31. 7 p.m. 510 49th St. N., St. Petersburg. hellview.net.
Howl-O-ScreamThis year’s theme, Cursed, is taking victims. Bring a friend with you to the fright night, and you might have a chance of surviving the creatures in the shadows. The park will have haunted houses, roller coasters, shows and plenty to eat and drink. Visit the site for more information on ticket packages. Prices vary. Thursdays-Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Through Nov. 1. Busch Gardens, 3000 E. Busch Blvd., Tampa. 1-888-800-5447. seaworldparks.com/en/howloscream-tampa.
Radley Haunted House: Dr. Radley’s Nightmare Machine Owner Cody Meacham continues his ongoing investigation into the cursed Radley family and features some elaborate performances — such as Rose’s creature character tormenting Dr. Radley, portrayed with eccentric insanity by Justin Horn. Proceeds go to the Cancer Research Institute. $5. Thursdays-Sundays 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. through Nov. 2. 3900 19th St., St. Petersburg. radleyhaunt.com. Read more about this Halloween institution in Meredith Myers' feature story in CL this Thursday.
Tasco Field of Screams Returning for its ninth Halloween, the Carnival of Chaos invites the Bay area to explore its intense scare zones. Voted the No. 1 Scare in Tampa, this event challenges visitors to escape the Fun House, the dark woods, the Big Top, Midway and the “No Way Out” maze. Participants will encounter darkness, loud noises, bright lights and wooded trails. This event is not suitable for young children, parents are advised. $10 for 18 and under, $15 for 19 and older. Oct. 30-31 and Nov. 1-2, 7 pm-midnight. Boyd Hill Environmental Center, 2900 31st Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 727-892-5060. stpeteparksrec.org/tasco.
Kid-Friendly Fun
Brick-Or-Treat Gets junior’s freak on with activities and themed treat stations with candy, snacks and surprises along the way. Entertainment includes a Lego Super Brick Ghost Build, Lego Scary Scavenger Hunt (win prizes), Brick-or-Treat Trail and Emmet’s Everything is Awesome Costume Contest. There is a dance party at the end of each night, and photo opportunities with the biggest Lego pumpkin in the world. Prices vary. Saturdays, Sundays, 3 p.m. Through Oct. 31. Legoland, One Legoland Way, Winter Haven. legoland.com.
Canopy "Trick or Tree-t" Tree Climb Climbers ages 6 and older get to navigate limbs for treats in a tree while wearing a climbing-appropriate Halloween costume. $10. Sat., Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Pathfinder Outdoor Education, 1310 22nd Ave. S., St. Petersburg; 727-328-0300.
Corn Maze Hernando’s biggest and best maze, comprising three labyrinths in one. The farm also offers a pumpkin patch, petting farm, 70 foot jumping pillow, playground and more. $11.95. Sat., Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., Nov. 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Harvest Moon Farm, 15990 Stur St., Brooksville. 800-373-4811. harvestmoonfl.com.
Fantasma Fest: Little Monsters Pumpkin Patch A family-friendly event where kids can choose a free pumpkin to decorate from the more than 750-1,000 pumpkins in a fenced pumpkin patch in the Centro Ybor courtyard. From 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. kids can then show off their costumes while trick-or-treating among the Centro Ybor merchants. Free. Sat., Oct. 25, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Centro Ybor, 16th Street and Eighth Avenue, Ybor City. 813-242-4660. ybornow.com.
Guppyween Trick-or-treat tank-to-tank at the Florida Aquarium among more than 20,000 sea creatures. Entertainment and treats will be provided; come dressed in costumes. 4-8 p.m. Sun., Oct. 26. Free with paid admission. The Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-273-4000, flaquarium.org.
Halloween in the Davis Islands Go trick-or-treating at Davis Islands businesses with face painting, caricature artists, balloon artists, children’s costume contest and Pet costume contest. Free. Sat., Oct. 25, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Davis Islands Village, 304 E. Davis Blvd., Tampa. 813-258-9181. dicivic.org.
Halloween Party and Dog Park Fundraiser Proceeds go to the dog park at Hyde Park. Tickets include one complimentary craft cocktail and cash bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres and entry into a costume contest. $45. Sat., Oct. 25, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Piquant, 1633 W. Snow Ave., Tampa. 215-833-7353. ehydepark.org.
The Haunted Trails The Suncoast Primate Sanctuary and Dunedin Academy bring you Halloween family fun, including haunted trails, music and food. There will be a petting zoo on Oct. 18. Tickets are $5, and food and drinks are available for purchase throughout the night. $5. Through Oct. 25, 8-10 p.m. Suncoast Primate Sanctuary, 4600 Alt. 19, Palm Harbor. 727-943-5897. suncoastprimate.org.
Howl-O-Fest Wander in and around festive trick-or-treat cabins offering free goodies and plenty of activities for the everyone. There will be arts and craft projects, a rock climbing wall, inflatable games and live dance show performances featuring Competitive Edge Dance Company. Carnival-style food will be available. Proceeds benefit City of St. Petersburg TASCO Teen Programs. $5. Oct. 24-25, 6-10 p.m. Boyd Hill Environmental Center, 2900 31st Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 727-893-7813. stpeteparksrec.org.
John’s Pass Seafood Festival: Halloween Block Party Before chowing down on fish and crustaceans, take your kids to a Halloween block party with costume contests, arts and crafts, live music, trick-or-treating and children’s activities. Adults party at night. Fri., Oct. 24, 3 p.m. 150 John’s Pass Boardwalk, Madeira Beach. johnspassvillage.net.
Main Street Trick-or-Treat Take your family to a safe and family-focused trick-or-treat through downtown Safety Harbor. City Hall, Fire Station 52, and many Main Street businesses will be handing out candy. Bayshore to Eighth Avenue will be closed from 4 to 7 p.m. Free. Fri., Oct. 31, 4:40-6:30 p.m. City of Safety Harbor, 750 Main Street, Safety Harbor. 727-724-1555.
Humane Society of Tampa Bay Pumpkin Patch The Tampa Humane Society’s grounds will be transformed into a friendly Halloween Haven where you’ll find plump pumpkins, painted jack-o-lanterns and festive decorations. The perfect spot for photos with your children and pets. Hours are Sat.-Mon. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Tue.-Fri. noon-7 p.m. Pumpkins will range in price from $5 to $20. Proceeds will benefit our homeless pets. Through Oct. 31, noon-7 p.m. Humane Society of Tampa, 3607 N. Armenia Ave., Tampa. 813-876-4150. humanesocietytampa.org/events.
Wild ’n’ Wicked Halloween Nights Wander north to Weeki Wachee for a haunted trail, costume and scream contests, a kids’ maze, the “Fairest of them All” animal show, a safe house (haunted house), the ‘Goblin’s Revenge’ haunted house, petting zoo and carnival games. $6, $4. Fri.-Sat., Oct. 24-25, 7 p.m. 6131 Commercial Way, Weeki Wachee. 352-592-5656.
Thrill the World A fun and free event for all-ages. The idea is a worldwide flash mob to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller”. St. Pete joins sister cities around the globe as we attempt to break the world record-number of people dancing at exactly the same time. All of the dancers will arrive around 4 p.m. to have their Zombie makeup done and make sure they are set for the global dance at 6 p.m. 198 Bayshore Dr. N.E., St. Petersburg, dancestpete.com.
ZooBoo Come creep around the largest family Halloween event in Tampa. Expect more fun frights, haunted houses, night rides and more. The attractions will vary in “scare factor,” so everyone will have goosebumps. New this year is “London Frightmare,” the latest haunt inspired by the city’s most notorious sites and supernatural legends. Zoo pass holders receive discounted tickets with valid I.D. at ticket windows. $18 for adults, $14 for children. Fridays-Sundays, 7-11 p.m. Through Nov. 1. Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa. 813-935-8552. lowryparkzoo.org.
Movies
A Nightmare on Franklin Street Tampa Tampa Theatre’s annual horror-gasm is upon us with scary and frightfully funny and camp favorites. On Fri., Oct. 24, at 7:30 p.m., see a shaky home-video production of a haunting at home in Paranormal Activity. On Sun., Oct. 26 bring your youngins' for the creepy cute movie Frankenweenie, which plays at 6:15 p.m. And of course, for the grand finale, Halloween night will have two movie showings: The Evil Dead at 7:30 p.m. and its remake, Evil Dead at 10 p.m. Click here for more films showing in the series. 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa. tampatheatre.org.
The Director Spotlight Double Feature Series: Tim Burton The Capitol Theatre kicks-off The Director Spotlight Double Feature Series with two Tim Burton films. Beetlejuice will go first at 7 p.m., and Edward Scissorhands will finish off the night. Tickets for both movies are only $7. There will be concessions and a full bar for patrons to enjoy. $7. Fri., Oct. 24, 7 p.m. Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. 727-791-7400. atthecap.com.
A Nightmare on Elm Street&Friday the 13th Fri., Oct. 31, 9 p.m. Tickets are $7 for both movies, at the Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. atthecap.com.