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15October

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

Parents Hurricane Relief Party at Astro Skate Bradenton - CANCELED

TOMORROW! Tuesday, October 15th Astro Skate Bradenton is here for you with cool AC, electricity, and hot food. Come check us ...

  • 7:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 3611 3rd Street W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $2 plus skate rental or $10 for Astro Camp
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

Kid Jump is a special rate for the 6-and-unders. One accompanying adult may jump for free per paid child. Smaller ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Woodland Church Preschool and Moms Play Group

This free group meets Tuesday mornings from 9am-11:30am. Everyone will meet in the gym, bounce on the jumpers, play with ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Woodland Community Church, 9607 State Road 70 E Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: gowoodland.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Altitude's Junior Jumpers Jam

Junior Jumpers Jam just got a spooky makeover! Bring your little pumpkins to Altitude Bradenton for a frightfully fun jump ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $12 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tot Time at the George Mullen Activity Center - CANCELED

Did you hear about Tot Time's Saturday program? We added a fun twist to your Tot Time experience! We are ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port 34286
  • Cost: Residents $3/child | Non-Residents $4/child
  • Website: www.northportfl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

Tuesday Night Family Fun Ride in Venice

Meet/Park at the Parking Lot Corner near Tampa Ave W and Nokomis Ave W. Bikes out at 6 pm so arrive ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Venice Gazabo Centennial Park, 200 W Venice Ave, Venice
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point - CANCELED DUE TO HURRICANE MILTON

Kicking off Wednesday, October 9(naturally!), our popular Halloween-themed light show is back for a second year! Don’t miss the chance to ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun
16October

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

Kid Jump is a special rate for the 6-and-unders. One accompanying adult may jump for free per paid child. Smaller ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

FIT4MOM Craft, Coffee Date, or Playdate at Nathan Benderson Park

We are so excited that you and your little(s)will be joining us for our free weekly craft date!!! Please check ...

UTC Dance Days with Miss Jodi

UTC DANCE DAYS ARE BACK Join me every other Wednesday for dance @utcsarasota beginning 9/4/24. Starts at 9am! So excited to ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: The Green at UTC, 140 University Town Center, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Altitude's Junior Jumpers Jam

Junior Jumpers Jam just got a spooky makeover! Bring your little pumpkins to Altitude Bradenton for a frightfully fun jump ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $12 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Painting with the Police at Robert L.Taylor Community Complex

Do you have an artistic side waiting to be unleashed? Come join us at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Robert L. Taylor Community Complex, 1845 34th Street, Sarasota
  • Cost: $10
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Energy Vampires, Oh No! at Elsie Quirk Library

Folks from UF/IFAS Extension and Sustainability of Sarasota County will show us ways to save energy at home. We'll learn ...

Glow Zone Wednesdays at Sky Zone

We’re Different After Dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. DRESS TO IMPRESS: ...

  • 3:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $29-$37
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Bay Turns Two! Community Celebration

A Second Anniversary Community Celebration party celebrating all things TWO! -- twins, couples, 2-year olds, everyone! Attention twins, couples, babies ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bay Park, 1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ranch Nite Wednesdays at Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch

Your favorite weeknight hangout is back at Waterside Place, the newest town center in Lakewood Ranch! Ranch Nite Wednesday kicks off ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Waterside Place, 1561 Lakefront Drive, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point - CANCELED DUE TO HURRICANE MILTON

Kicking off Wednesday, October 9(naturally!), our popular Halloween-themed light show is back for a second year! Don’t miss the chance to ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun
17October

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

Kid Jump is a special rate for the 6-and-unders. One accompanying adult may jump for free per paid child. Smaller ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Stay and Play at Harvest United Methodist Church

Are you a stay-at-home caregiver looking for a way to interact and engage in meaningful activities with your child/children? If ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Harvest United Methodist Church, 14305 Covenant Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202
  • Cost: $5 per family/per session
  • Website: www.welcometoharvest.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Altitude's Junior Jumpers Jam

Junior Jumpers Jam just got a spooky makeover! Bring your little pumpkins to Altitude Bradenton for a frightfully fun jump ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $12 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Play Gym at GTFL Athletics

Come in and play with your child! Parent supervision out in the gym required. Ages 12m - 5 years Parent signed waiver ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: GTFL Athletics, 519 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: $10/hour ($7 members) or $15 ($10 members) for more than one hour
  • Website: www.gtflathletics.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tot Time at the George Mullen Activity Center - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Did you hear about Tot Time's Saturday program? We added a fun twist to your Tot Time experience! We are ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port 34286
  • Cost: Residents $3/child | Non-Residents $4/child
  • Website: www.northportfl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting With A Twist, 5917 Manatee AvenueW, Suite 209, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Varies by project
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

Oktoberfest at Edelweiss Restaurant - NEW DATES

We're going to give it a shot! #oktoberfest2024 is back on! We had to reschedule due to #hurricanemilton hitting on ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 611 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Holiday Night Market at The Green at UTC

Join us every third Thursday of the month for the UTC Night Market. This month's outdoor market event is bringing ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Green at UTC, 125 N Cattlemen Rd. Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: utcsarasota.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point - CANCELED DUE TO HURRICANE MILTON

Kicking off Wednesday, October 9(naturally!), our popular Halloween-themed light show is back for a second year! Don’t miss the chance to ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun
18October

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

Kid Jump is a special rate for the 6-and-unders. One accompanying adult may jump for free per paid child. Smaller ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

FIT4MOM Stroller Strides Fit 4 Prevention at The Green at UTC

Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms do with their babies. It includes cardio and intervals of strength ...

Altitude's Junior Jumpers Jam

Junior Jumpers Jam just got a spooky makeover! Bring your little pumpkins to Altitude Bradenton for a frightfully fun jump ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $12 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting With A Twist, 5917 Manatee AvenueW, Suite 209, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Varies by project
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

Sarasota County Residents Free Skate at Astro Skate

Sarasota County Residents SKATE FREE FRIDAY Oct. 18th! 1-5pm with any Sarasota County ID! Join us for this special skate, open to ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Astro Skate, 3611 3rd St W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free admission, skate rental extra charge
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Slime Making Art Party at The Makery

Get ready for a gooey extravaganza! Join us to squish, stretch, and sparkle in a world of slimy adventures. Turn into a ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Makery SRQ, 821 Apricot Ave. B, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: $20 per child
  • Website: www.themakerysrq.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Oktoberfest at Edelweiss Restaurant - NEW DATES

We're going to give it a shot! #oktoberfest2024 is back on! We had to reschedule due to #hurricanemilton hitting on ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 611 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Trunk or Treat and Spooky Walk Through at Burn Boot Camp

Join us for a trunk or treat! Before you walk through, join us in the gym for a fun spooky ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 3904 Central Sarasota Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Arlington Park Haunted Trail Carnival - CANCELED

Join Us for a Spooktacular Evening at the Haunted Trail Carnival! Get ready for a frightfully fun time at the Arlington ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere St Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Big Top Brewing Presents Bigtoberfest

Join us this October for our epic Bigtoberfest, an Oktoberfest but Bigtop style. Get ready for live music, authentic German ...

Hocus Pocus Movie Night at Arts A Blaze

No tricks, just treats! Fly in for a viewing of Hocus Pocus, candy, and themed pottery painting. Costumes Encouraged! Create your ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Arts a Blaze Studio, 8111 Lakewood Main St, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: $5 for movie | $20+ for broom-making
  • Website: bookwhen.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sun Fiesta at Centennial Park - Downtown Venice - CANCELED

Live Music and Entertainment Arts & Crafts Vendors Bed Race Beer and Wine Tent Food Vendors Raffle and Auction Sun Fiesta T-shirts ​No outside food or beverage ...

Lakewood Ranch YMCA Trunk or Treat

Get ready for a spooktacular evening! Join us on October 18, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM for some musical ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 5100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Glow Night at Jumpin Fun Inflata Park

It’s Time For Some Glowing Fun! Now Join Us Fridays & Saturdays Starting At 6:00pm For Great Family Fun! The house lights ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7321 Trade Court, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: starting at $18.95
  • Website: www.jfipark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kids Night Out- Palmer Ranch YMCA

Kids Night Out runs from 6:00pm-9:00pm. KNO allows you to run errands, go to dinner or enjoy some much needed ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Palmer Ranch YMCA, 8301 Potter Park Dr. Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: Member: $30.00, Non-Member: $45.00
  • Website: ops1.operations.daxko.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Futbol For All presents The Haunted Walk

Don’t miss out on this spooktacular Fall event! A outdoor Haunted Walk for the brave ones, Trunk or Treat for ...

Glow Zone at Sky Zone

GLOW ZONE: Friday and Saturday Night's from 6:30pm - 11:00pm. Includes all of the above during the best blacklight experience ...

  • 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $29-$37
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point - CANCELED DUE TO HURRICANE MILTON

Kicking off Wednesday, October 9(naturally!), our popular Halloween-themed light show is back for a second year! Don’t miss the chance to ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Annual Halloween Haunted Trails at Oscar Scherer State Park - CANCELED DUE TO HURRICANE DAMAGE

The 11th Annual Halloween Haunted Trails at Oscar Scherer State Park offers an event that is fun for the whole ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Oscar Scherer State Park: 1843 South Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL
  • Cost: Adults: $14, Child ages 6-12: $6, ages 5 & under: Free
  • Website: www.halloweenhauntedtrails.com
  • Category: Family Fun
19October

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

Family Spooktacular Play Date at The Flock SRQ - MODIFIED

This 2 last weeks have a nightmare! And the fun kind like “The Nightmare Before Christmas” But Floridians are resilient- ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Just $20 per child ($10 for siblings) Free for members
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival

Everyday of the Pumpkin Festival consists of: Craft Show • Live Music • Live Shows • Pumpkins • Kid's Pumpkin Games ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 5500 CR 675, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Admission $15 | Parking $5, Children 10 and under FREE *CASH ONLY*
  • Website: www.hunsaderfarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Little Leapers at Sky Zone

Join us on Saturday and Sunday mornings for Little Leapers at Sky Zone! Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sky Zone, 6180 Edgelake Dr, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $13/toddler and one adult for up to 2 hours of play, $9 for additional adults
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Old Main Street Bradenton Public Market

Welcome to the Bradenton Public Market, a place where the community meets each week to enjoy fresh produce, local art, ...

Pumpkin Plunge at North Port Aquatic Center

This family-friendly event incorporates traditional harvest-time activities with an aquatic twist. You'll have the opportunity to come to the Aquatic ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: North Port Aquatic Center, 6205 W. Price Blvd., North Port, FL, 34291
  • Cost: $10 per child, supervising adult complimentary
  • Website: rectrac.cityofnorthport.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Saturday Mornings at The Nest at Robinson Preserve

Join us at the Mosaic Center for Nature, Exploration, Science, and Technology for a morning of exploration. Walk the grounds ...

Sun Fiesta at Centennial Park - Downtown Venice - CANCELED

Live Music and Entertainment Arts & Crafts Vendors Bed Race Beer and Wine Tent Food Vendors Raffle and Auction Sun Fiesta T-shirts ​No outside food or beverage ...

Free Beginning Martial Arts Intro Course (ages 3-4) at Premier Martial Arts

Your Child Will Receive the Following: FREE Uniform! Earn a White Belt Thoughts become actions, actions become habits and habits become a person’s ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Premier Martial Arts University Park, 5275 University Parkway #127 Bradenton, FL 34201
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

All Day Roller Skating at Astro Skate

12:30pm - 6pm $8 plus rental

Anna Maria Island Bayfest - CANCELED

Bayfest is a huge annual event that’s fun for the whole family. Enjoy food, drinks, music, and more, all with ...

Fall Festival Touch-A-Truck at The Learning Experience

Are you ready for some fall fun? Come join us at our Fall Festival "Touch-A-Truck" event, and get ready for ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 14425 Arbor Green Trail, Lakewood Ranch, FL
  • Cost: $5 donation per family and proceeds will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fall Harvest Days at Keel Farms

Come spend your Saturdays and Sundays with us every weekend in October starting the 5th! Join us from 10am - 3 ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosasssa Rd, Plant City, FL33565
  • Cost: Free admission | $10 parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that time of the year again! Time for Fall photos, festival foods, and family activities that will make lasting ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Fruitville Grove | 7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
  • Cost: Free admission. Some rides and activities range from $1-$10
  • Website: fruitvillegrovefarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Taste of North Port Food and Fall Festival at North Port City Hall Center Green

Save the date! Click interested or going to receive a reminder notification. Join us for the 4th Annual Taste of ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: City Hall Center Green. 4970 City Hall Blvd., North Port, FL 34286
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.peoplefortrees.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tiny Tots at Astro Skate

Saturdays is Tiny Tots Skate at Astro Skate!

Celtoberfest 2024 at Motorworks Brewing - CANCELED

Join the New World Celts Sarasota Chapter in Motorworks Brewing’s beautiful Biergarten Saturday October 19th for our 9th annual Celtoberfest, ...

  • 10:30 am - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: Motorworks Brewing, 1014 9th St. W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $25-$30 plus fees
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Artistic Endeavors Non-Profit Fall Festival at Tringali Rec Center

Artistic Endeavors Non-Profit Fall Festival! All ages are welcome! We'll have; games, prizes, hair tinsel, snacks AND MORE! Please join ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Tringali Park, 3460 N Access Rd., Englewood
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pumpkin Patch Express at Florida Railroad Museum

Don't miss out on this family friendly 2.5-hour event. October 19th, 20th, 26th and 27th The Pumpkin Patch Express departs ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St. E., Parrish, FL
  • Cost: $22+
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Big Mama's Collard Greens Fest at Robert L.Taylor Community Complex

Join us for Big Mama's 8th Annual Community Festival! This exciting event offers lots of family fun! children activities, live ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Robert L. Taylor Coommunity Complex, 1845 John Rivers Street, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Big Top Brewing Presents Bigtoberfest

Join us this October for our epic Bigtoberfest, an Oktoberfest but Bigtop style. Get ready for live music, authentic German ...

Open Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Open Family Skate every Saturday! $7+ skate rental or $20 for family of 5 with at least ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: Astro Skate 3611 3rd St. W., Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $7 (plus skate rental), Family of 5 for $20 (with one adult.)
  • Website: astroskatingcenter.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mote A-scare-ium - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Come enjoy family-friendly, spooky delights during normal Aquarium hours, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Costumes encouraged! ● Trick or treat at special ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Included with Aquarium admission
  • Website: mote.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Bricks and Minifigs World's Largest Connected Tabletop Role Playing Game

Adventure Awaits! Are you ready to make history with Bricks & Minifigs? Join us on October 19th from 1-5:30 pm ...

Florida Street Scene’s Street Heat at Bradenton Motorsports Park

Come join us for Florida Street Scene’s STREET HEAT! ROLL RACING • CAR MEET • DRAG RACING When: SATURDAY • October 19th, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Bradenton Motorsports Park • 21000 E State Road 64, Bradenton, Florida 34212
  • Cost: $20 per person - kids 11 & under are free! (No online ticket sales!)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Howl-O-Ween Movie Night Spooktacular at Ed Smith Stadium - CANCELED

Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun at Howl-O-Ween Movie Night! Enjoy free kids' activities, a costume parade and ...

  • 4:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Ed Smith Stadium, 2700 12th St, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Oktoberfest at Edelweiss Restaurant - NEW DATES

We're going to give it a shot! #oktoberfest2024 is back on! We had to reschedule due to #hurricanemilton hitting on ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 611 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sarasota Water Lantern Festival at Nathan Benderson Park

Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you'll cherish for a lifetime. This is ...

Pirates and Princesses Costume Party at The Great Pumpkin Patch of Palmetto

Get your Princess and Pirate costumes out. There will be character meet N greets, photo ops, a costume contest, food ...

Trunk or Treat at Ascension Lutheran Church and School

Trunk or Treat is an evening full of fun games, decorated vehicles of all kinds of crazy styles, and lots ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Ascension Lutheran Church and School, 800 McIntosh Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ascensionwels.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Cedar Point Environmental Park Presents Halloween Haunted Trails

Cedar Point's Halloween Haunted Trails event is a 4 day fundraiser occurring every Saturday night in October between 6:00-9:00pm. This ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Cedar Point Environmental Park, 2300 Placida Rd, Englewood FL 34224
  • Cost: Early bird admission $5, On the spot $8, kids 6 and under free
  • Website: www.checflorida.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Glow Night at Jumpin Fun Inflata Park

It’s Time For Some Glowing Fun! Now Join Us Fridays & Saturdays Starting At 6:00pm For Great Family Fun! The house lights ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7321 Trade Court, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: starting at $18.95
  • Website: www.jfipark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Jump Dance Company (JDC) Halloween Party Extravaganza

Join us on Saturday, October 19th, for our Halloween party extravaganza! We have planned a fun-filled evening from 6-7 pm ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 11005 Passage Dr, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: $5 per child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Discover Sarasota Tours The BooMobile - A Halloween Musical Trolley Tour!

A Fun Halloween Musical Adventure! Hop on board for a fun, family-friendly Halloween party on the trolley! Children and parents, join ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:15 pm 
  • Location: Discover Sarasota Tours, 1826 4th St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Child (Ages 2-11) $25.99, Adult (Ages 12+) $40.99
  • Website: www.discoversarasotatours.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Frightfully Fun Trick-or-Treat Event at The Mall at UTC

Calling all goblins and ghouls! Dress in your favorite costume* and follow the Trick-or-Treat Trail, scaring up goodies from your ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL, 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Glow Zone at Sky Zone

GLOW ZONE: Friday and Saturday Night's from 6:30pm - 11:00pm. Includes all of the above during the best blacklight experience ...

  • 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $29-$37
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point - CANCELED DUE TO HURRICANE MILTON

Kicking off Wednesday, October 9(naturally!), our popular Halloween-themed light show is back for a second year! Don’t miss the chance to ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Annual Halloween Haunted Trails at Oscar Scherer State Park - CANCELED DUE TO HURRICANE DAMAGE

The 11th Annual Halloween Haunted Trails at Oscar Scherer State Park offers an event that is fun for the whole ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Oscar Scherer State Park: 1843 South Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL
  • Cost: Adults: $14, Child ages 6-12: $6, ages 5 & under: Free
  • Website: www.halloweenhauntedtrails.com
  • Category: Family Fun
20October

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival

Everyday of the Pumpkin Festival consists of: Craft Show • Live Music • Live Shows • Pumpkins • Kid's Pumpkin Games ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 5500 CR 675, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Admission $15 | Parking $5, Children 10 and under FREE *CASH ONLY*
  • Website: www.hunsaderfarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Little Leapers at Sky Zone

Join us on Saturday and Sunday mornings for Little Leapers at Sky Zone! Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sky Zone, 6180 Edgelake Dr, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $13/toddler and one adult for up to 2 hours of play, $9 for additional adults
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fall Harvest Days at Keel Farms

Come spend your Saturdays and Sundays with us every weekend in October starting the 5th! Join us from 10am - 3 ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosasssa Rd, Plant City, FL33565
  • Cost: Free admission | $10 parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that time of the year again! Time for Fall photos, festival foods, and family activities that will make lasting ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Fruitville Grove | 7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
  • Cost: Free admission. Some rides and activities range from $1-$10
  • Website: fruitvillegrovefarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Junie B Jones the Musical at Florida Studio Theatre

Join Junie B. as she starts a new school year, writing down her escapades in her Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal. ...

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sun Fiesta at Centennial Park - Downtown Venice- CANCELED

Live Music and Entertainment Arts & Crafts Vendors Bed Race Beer and Wine Tent Food Vendors Raffle and Auction Sun Fiesta T-shirts ​No outside food or beverage ...

Seashore Seafari at the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium - City Island - CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Explore a Florida mangrove forest lining beautiful Sarasota Bay! Participants will learn all about mangroves including how to identify them, ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $15 per person. Aquarium admission is NOT included.
  • Website: mote.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Pumpkin Patch Express at Florida Railroad Museum

Don't miss out on this family friendly 2.5-hour event. October 19th, 20th, 26th and 27th The Pumpkin Patch Express departs ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St. E., Parrish, FL
  • Cost: $22+
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Boo Magic at Painting with a Twist Bradenton

KIDZ Day! Ages 4-12 (alcohol free) Parents (adults) are welcome to join the fun!

Roller Skating at Astro Skate

1pm - 5pm $7 plus rental

$2 Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for $2 Skate every Sunday!

Christ Presbyterian Church Pumpkin Patch Party

We will have games and activities, yummy food, multiple bounce houses and more. Invite your friends, family and neighbors. Admission ...

Fall Festival at Gulf Coast Church

We are so excited for Fall Fest! FREE fun for the whole fam! Can’t wait to see you there! ACTIVITIES: Bounce ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 2800 Pan American Boulevard, North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Oktoberfest at Edelweiss Restaurant - NEW DATES

We're going to give it a shot! #oktoberfest2024 is back on! We had to reschedule due to #hurricanemilton hitting on ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 611 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Parrish United Methodist Church Community Fall Festival - NEW DATE

An event for the whole family! Games, Music, Treats, Hayrides and much more!

Parrish United Methodist Church Thrift Annex Holiday Open House

Join us for a visit with Santa, door prizes, cookies, hotdogs, music and lots of friendly faces.

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 12180 US Hwy 301 N, Parrish, FL,
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: parrishumc.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sukkot Down On The Farm at Chabad of Sarasota

"Join Chabad of Sarasota for a fun afternoon, and an opportunity to connect with other families. Sukkot is a time ...

Trunk or Treat at Harvest United Methodist Church

All are invited to join Harvest Families for Trunk or Treat on October 20 from 4:00-6:00pm! There will be tons ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Harvest United Methodist Church, 14305 Covenant Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Hip Hop Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Hip Hop Skate night every Sunday!

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point - CANCELED DUE TO HURRICANE MILTON

Kicking off Wednesday, October 9(naturally!), our popular Halloween-themed light show is back for a second year! Don’t miss the chance to ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun
21October

The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

Kid Jump is a special rate for the 6-and-unders. One accompanying adult may jump for free per paid child. Smaller ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

FIT4MOM Stroller Strides at The Green at UTC

Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms do with their babies. It includes cardio and intervals of strength ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: The Green at UTC, 125 N Cattleman Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: First class is free, $25 per class or $200 for 10 classes. Membership available
  • Website: lakewoodranch-sarasota.fit4mom.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Altitude's Junior Jumpers Jam

Junior Jumpers Jam just got a spooky makeover! Bring your little pumpkins to Altitude Bradenton for a frightfully fun jump ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $12 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mom's Coffee Chat at The Roots Health Centers

Join us for a fun and relaxed gathering at The Roots Health Centers! This in-person event is all about moms ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: The Roots Health Centers, 8209 Natures Way, Unit 115, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Soar in 4 Story Time at Braden River Library

Soar in 4 StoryTime is held twice a month at Manatee County Public Library locations, families participate in a read ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting With A Twist, 5917 Manatee AvenueW, Suite 209, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Varies by project
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Quirky Crafters: Ghost Paintings at Elsie Quirk Library

Get ready to turn old art into something spooky! Have fun creating your own ghost painting by transforming real artwork ...

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point - CANCELED DUE TO HURRICANE MILTON

Kicking off Wednesday, October 9(naturally!), our popular Halloween-themed light show is back for a second year! Don’t miss the chance to ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun
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