Spooktacular Halloween 2025 Events in Sarasota and Manatee Counties

Spooktacular Halloween 2025 Events in Sarasota and Manatee Counties

As the crisp autumn air settles in, Sarasota and Manatee counties are gearing up for a Halloween season filled with fun, frights, and family-friendly festivities. Whether you’re a local resident or new to the area, these upcoming events offer something for everyone to enjoy. Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate Halloween 2025 in style!

1. Fright Night on St Armands Circle
Kick off the spooky season with this fabulous Halloween event, in its 17th year, returns for the young, and spooky at heart. Fright Night transforms St. Armands Circle from island sophistication to Halloween fun. Decorated store fronts and frightening characters set the stage for the wandering spirits of St. Armands past. Adults and children trick-or-treat throughout the Circle with numerous retailers and restaurants contributing to the Halloween spirit with candy, games, and customized promotions.

2. Manatee County Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival
Hunsader Farms is a Halloween tradition! Homemade ice cream, Farm Roasted sweet corn! Hayrides, Live music, Petting Zoo...and Pumpkins! A great way to celebrate the harvest season - down on the farm!

3. Dog-A-Ween at the Sarasota Farmers Market
Celebrate the season with your best friend! Dog-A-Ween, a festive event at the Sarasota Farmers Market. Enjoy Goblins and ghoulies, candy corn and cornstalks, doggie costume contests and parades: It’s time for dogs to get a scary groove on and don the Halloween garb. This event is perfect for families wanting a relaxed, creative way to get into the Halloween spirit while supporting local vendors.

4. Trick-or-Treat on the Lake - Nathan Benderson park
October 28th - Get into the spirit by enjoying Halloween favorites for the entire family by the lake on Regatta Island. Come dressed in your spookiest, silliest, star-studded costumes for an evening of trick-or-treating along a candy trail of not-too-spooky themed booths, decorated by local businesses and community organizations. Plus, there will be an area for interactive play, storytelling, live music, and a Halloween movie will play on our large video screen.

5. Ghost Tours of Historic Sarasota
For history buffs and ghost enthusiasts, the Haunted Sarasota Trolley Tour and offer an intriguing look at the city’s haunted past. Guided by local storytellers, these tours explore historic sites and share spooky tales that bring Sarasota’s history to life after dark.

Plan Your Halloween Season with Confidence
With so many exciting events happening in Sarasota and Manatee counties, Halloween 2025 promises to be a memorable time for all ages. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun or thrilling adventures, these local celebrations have you covered.

If you’re considering making Sarasota or Manatee your home, these vibrant community events are just one of the many reasons to love living here. For expert guidance on buying or selling real estate in the area, feel free to reach out to the Furlan Group. With years of experience, we are dedicated to helping you navigate the market with confidence and ease.

Stay safe, have fun, and enjoy a spooktacular Halloween season!

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