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 Dakin Dairy Farms’ 2nd Annual Harvest Festival! Enjoy a full day on the farm with food trucks, local vendors, live music, and plenty of family fun. Highlights include a Kid Zone, pumpkin patch, corn maze, sunflower U‑pick, Touch‑A‑Tractor, calf cuddles, kid ATVs, lawn mower racing, and the crowd‑favorite pumpkin cannon. Bring sunscreen, closed‑toe shoes, and a camera—there are photo ops around every corner. General admission is $20 (ages 5 & under free) and parking is free.
Celebrate fall at the 37th Annual Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Fest — two full weekends of family fun with classic farm attractions and festive Halloween touches.
UTC’s annual Pumpkin Patch returns this fall from October 7 through October 26 on The Green at UTC (West District) across from Gifts & More / The Paper Store. Choose your perfect pick while supporting Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue Center, which cares for homeless and at-risk dogs and cats in our region. Pumpkins available while supplies last.
ROCKtoberfest returns to University Town Center (UTC) on Saturday, October 11 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Presented in partnership with iHeart Radio, this free live music event will feature seven bands across seven venues throughout the UTC District — all to benefit Suncoast Charities for Children, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting local children, teens, and adults with special needs.
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.
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 Dakin Dairy Farms’ 2nd Annual Harvest Festival! Enjoy a full day on the farm with food trucks, local vendors, live music, and plenty of family fun. Highlights include a Kid Zone, pumpkin patch, corn maze, sunflower U‑pick, Touch‑A‑Tractor, calf cuddles, kid ATVs, lawn mower racing, and the crowd‑favorite pumpkin cannon. Bring sunscreen, closed‑toe shoes, and a camera—there are photo ops around every corner. General admission is $20 (ages 5 & under free) and parking is free.
Celebrate fall at the 37th Annual Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Fest — two full weekends of family fun with classic farm attractions and festive Halloween touches.
UTC’s annual Pumpkin Patch returns this fall from October 7 through October 26 on The Green at UTC (West District) across from Gifts & More / The Paper Store. Choose your perfect pick while supporting Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue Center, which cares for homeless and at-risk dogs and cats in our region. Pumpkins available while supplies last.
Raise your stein and join the celebration as The Bay transforms into Sarasota’s own outdoor beer garden for Park-toberfest, a fun, family-friendly twist on Oktoberfest! The festivities kick off Sunday, October 12, inviting everyone to celebrate fall—Florida-style—with great music, food, and local brews along the beautiful Sarasota Bayfront.
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.