Annual Riverwalk Trick-or-Treat and Lighted Boat Parade
Over 50 treat stations, a costume contest, flash mob, and movie.
48 family-friendly fall activities in Land O' Lakes and nearby.
For Land O' Lakes families seeking Halloween fun, Halloween on Central in St. Petersburg offers a premier destination. If you prefer a closer, often free experience with a focus on younger children, local trick-or-treating opportunities abound within our surrounding towns.
Old Hollywood glamour meets Tampa's ghostly past at the Cuban Club.
Haunted houses, scare zones, sinister shows, and nighttime thrill rides.
Featuring a live shadow cast performance by Beyond Any Measure.
Horror convention featuring celebrity guests, autographs, photo ops, and vendors
See all trunk-or-treats, pumpkin patches, and kid-friendly events nearby.
The rule: animals, then handwash, then food, in that exact order, every time. Use the farm's wash stations rather than sanitizer alone when hands touch animals or fences, keep pacifiers and sippy cups in the bag near animals, and don't let kids eat inside the enclosure. Strollers stay outside pens. It's two minutes of routine that prevents the classic post-farm stomach bug.
Farm terrain is the challenge: grass, gravel, and rutted fields vary by venue and by how much rain fell that week. Call and ask about packed paths, accessible restrooms and parking, and whether the picking field has a firm route, since some farms bring pumpkins to a paved area on request. Festivals on fairgrounds or paved lots are the safer default.
Policies split hard: many farms ban pets outright for animal-safety and food rules, while some festivals welcome leashed dogs and even run costume contests for them. Check the venue's FAQ the day before, never assume. If dogs are allowed, bring water, keep them clear of petting zoos and food lines, and be honest about whether crowds plus kids stress your dog.