Get Ready for Halloween in Sarasota

September 25th, 2023 by Wagner Realty

Sarasota Halloween

You wouldn't know it from the weather, but it's getting to be fall here on the Gulf Coast! That means Halloween is right around the corner, and our real estate agents know just how to celebrate. Get ready for these spooky events this season in the Sarasota area.

Boofest - 8100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34202
Good news - Boofest is back this year! You won't find a better option for family fun on Halloween weekend near these Bradenton homes for sale. Taking place from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, October 27, Boofest offers entertainment, food and drink vendors, and much more at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch. Participating merchants and sponsors will also be handing out candy and treats, so don't forget to bring trick-or-treat bags and dress your kids up in their best costumes.
Venice Halloween Parade - 200 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
The annual Halloween Parade in Venice, FL, returns on October 31 this year and promises to be a good time for all. The Venice Lions Club has been sponsoring this event for over 60 years and will include Halloween floats and plenty of candy for all the children in attendance. The parade starts at 4:30 pm at Centennial Park before heading down West Venice Avenue and will wrap up at 6 pm, just in time for trick-or-treating near Venice homes for sale!
Halloween Themed Cakes & Cocktails Decorating Workshop - 4914 Lena Rd UNIT 104, Bradenton, FL 34211
For some grown-up Halloween fun, check out the Cakes & Cocktails Workshop located at Pineapple Kitchen! Just minutes from many Lakewood Ranch homes for sale, this event offers an opportunity to learn Halloween-themed cake decorating and cocktail mixing under the guidance of Pineapple Kitchen's Chef Krissi. Cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available at the event, and registration is open now.
Sarasota Dog-A-Ween Costume Contest - N Lemon Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Our four-legged friends can enjoy Halloween, too, and the 15th annual Dog-A-Ween Costume Contest is their chance to do just that. Dress your pooch in a spooky or silly Halloween costume, and let them strut their stuff! Cash prizes go to top finalists, as well as plenty of treats and toys to go around. The event is hosted by Destination Downtown Sarasota and will take place on Saturday, October 28, at the Sarasota Farmers Market, a stone's throw from these Sarasota homes for sale.
10th Annual Halloween Haunted Trails - 1843 S Tamiami Trl, Osprey, FL 34229
Now in its 10th year, the annual Halloween Haunted Trails at Oscar Scherer State Park offers a spooky Halloween hike that the whole family will enjoy. Multiple stations will be set up along the length of the haunted trail on the evening of Friday, October 20, with props and actors providing plenty of scares. Children can also collect treats along the Trick or Treat Trail, and there will be a kids' event area with games and activities.
Fall Fête Holiday Market - 1402 14th Ave W, Palmetto, FL 34221
On October 14 and 15, the Fall Fête Holiday Market returns to the Manatee County Fairgrounds. Bringing together some of the best local and regional arts and crafts vendors all in one place, the Fall Fête Holiday Market is a great opportunity to pick up some unique, handmade seasonal decor, including antiques, gifts, artwork, furniture, and a wide variety of repurposed and handmade items. Food trucks will provide some great eats as well near Palmetto homes for sale!

Contact us today to learn more about life on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Our real estate agents are dedicated to helping you find your dream home in Sarasota, Bradenton, and the surrounding areas.

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Tags: Sarasota, FL, Area Information, Event, Bradenton FL, Bradenton Beach FL, Palmetto FL, Venice FL, Community events, Holidays, Bradenton, FL, Sarasota County, venice, downtown Sarasota

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