Celebrate fall at the 37th Annual Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Fest — two full weekends of family fun with classic farm attractions and festive Halloween touches.
Journey through the woods at Historic Spanish Point for an evening of family-friendly frights and botanical brilliance. Lights at Spooky Point transforms the gardens into a glowing fantasy of orchids, skeletons, and pumpkins galore. Two entry times available nightly: 6:30 PM and 7:45 PM (no admittance after 8:30 PM). Enjoy food and drinks for purchase along the trail and experience this limited-run, family-friendly event from October 3 through November 1.
Get into fall at the 34th Annual Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival! This beloved Manatee County tradition packs the day with a craft show, live music, live shows, a Pioneer Trades Village, scarecrow displays, charity pumpkin games, hayrides, pony rides, a petting zoo, frog jumping championships, kids train ride, face painting, a rock climbing wall, fresh roasted sweet corn, and more.
Celebrate fall at the 37th Annual Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Fest — two full weekends of family fun with classic farm attractions and festive Halloween touches.
Celebrate fall at the 37th Annual Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Fest — two full weekends of family fun with classic farm attractions and festive Halloween touches. Highlights: • Rides & Activities: hay rides, pony rides, mini train rides, pumpkin painting, face painting, petting zoo and more • NEW: Hollowgraves Haunted Manor — a live‑actor walk‑through haunted house (recommended for ages 8+) • Shopping: seasonal decorations for sale (scarecrows, hay bales, and more) • Free Features: admission, parking, petting zoo, playground, live music, and decorated photo spots • Pricing: individual rides and game/activity booths (including pony rides, unicorn encounter, hug‑a‑goat, pumpkin painting) are priced $1–$10 each Daily/Weekly Features: • Children’s Costume Contest — Saturdays at 2:00 PM in front of the animal barn (free to participate) • Torres Family Circus & Extreme Riders — free shows at 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM each festival day Know Before You Go: • Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM • Vendors: some accept cards; many are cash‑only — ATMs available on site • Location: east of I‑75 (Exit 210), look for festival entrance on the right • Dates: Oct 11–12, 18–19, 25–26, 2025
Enjoy a magical autumn evening under the lights at Spooky Point! The historic campus of Spanish Point comes alive with dazzling displays, eerie pathways, and colorful botanical-inspired installations perfect for all ages. Two entry times available nightly: 6:30 PM and 7:45 PM (no admittance after 8:30 PM). Enjoy food and drinks for purchase along the trail and experience this limited-run, family-friendly event from October 3 through November 1.
Follow the haunted yet beautiful trail at Selby Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point campus. Discover glowing 'ghost orchids,' pumpkins, and other creative light sculptures that celebrate both Halloween spirit and Sarasota’s natural beauty. Two entry times available nightly: 6:30 PM and 7:45 PM (no admittance after 8:30 PM). Enjoy food and drinks for purchase along the trail and experience this limited-run, family-friendly event from October 3 through November 1.
Step into the glowing wonderland of Lights at Spooky Point, where illuminated creatures and playful displays line a wooded trail through the historic grounds of Spanish Point. Each turn reveals new surprises—from hovering 'ghost orchids' to vibrant glowing webs. Two entry times available nightly: 6:30 PM and 7:45 PM (no admittance after 8:30 PM). Enjoy food and drinks for purchase along the trail and experience this limited-run, family-friendly event from October 3 through November 1.
Experience Sarasota’s most enchanting Halloween light show! Wander the historic trails of Spanish Point beneath the trees, surrounded by whimsical illuminated installations inspired by real plants and classic fall fun. Two entry times available nightly: 6:30 PM and 7:45 PM (no admittance after 8:30 PM). Enjoy food and drinks for purchase along the trail and experience this limited-run, family-friendly event from October 3 through November 1.
Journey through the woods at Historic Spanish Point for an evening of family-friendly frights and botanical brilliance. Lights at Spooky Point transforms the gardens into a glowing fantasy of orchids, skeletons, and pumpkins galore. Two entry times available nightly: 6:30 PM and 7:45 PM (no admittance after 8:30 PM). Enjoy food and drinks for purchase along the trail and experience this limited-run, family-friendly event from October 3 through November 1.
Enjoy a magical autumn evening under the lights at Spooky Point! The historic campus of Spanish Point comes alive with dazzling displays, eerie pathways, and colorful botanical-inspired installations perfect for all ages. Two entry times available nightly: 6:30 PM and 7:45 PM (no admittance after 8:30 PM). Enjoy food and drinks for purchase along the trail and experience this limited-run, family-friendly event from October 3 through November 1.
Follow the haunted yet beautiful trail at Selby Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point campus. Discover glowing 'ghost orchids,' pumpkins, and other creative light sculptures that celebrate both Halloween spirit and Sarasota’s natural beauty. Two entry times available nightly: 6:30 PM and 7:45 PM (no admittance after 8:30 PM). Enjoy food and drinks for purchase along the trail and experience this limited-run, family-friendly event from October 3 through November 1.