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Haunted Alley Halloween Activities

When: Every day in October

Where: Airport Lanes, 190 E Airport Blvd

What: Enjoy Halloween festivities all month long at Aloma Bowl! Enjoy spooky selfies at one of out haunted selfie stations or themed cocktails for adults!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

Sanford Ghost Tours

When: Every Friday and Saturday, 7pm-8:30pm

Where: Historic Downtown Sanford, 307 E 2nd St, Sanford, FL 32771

What: Dare to experience a Historical Ghost Walking Tour in Historic Downtown Sanford, Florida!
During this ghost walk, prepare to be regaled with tales of old and new concerning ghostly experiences in the downtown area, culminating with a walk to an actual haunted building! You will be presented with an overview of ghostly activities by an expert guide as you walk the streets learning historical stories gathered from the people who live in Sanford themselves.
Incorporated in 1877, the stories of Sanford’s past residence and those still lurking around are plentiful.

Admission: $20, Tickets

Ritz Theater presents The Addams Family

When: October 8th, 9th, 10th, 15th, 16th & 17th

Where: Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 Magnolia Ave, Sanford, FL 32771

What: The Addams family have lived by their kooky, upside-down values for hundreds of years. Dad and mom, Gomez and Morticia, want to continue that way. Their macabre daughter, Wednesday, is an 18 year-old ready for a life of her own, and to their horror, she has fallen in love with Lucas Beineke, a sweet boy from a normal Ohio family. To make matters worse, Wednesday has invited the Beinekes to dinner. On this fateful night, secrets are disclosed, relationships are tested, and the Addams family must face up to the one horrible thing they’ve managed to avoid for generations: change.Major funding provided by Florida, Power & Light.Additional support from Fowler, Feeney & Associates, P.A.

Admission: $20-$27, Tickets

Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page

Little Shop of Horrors (High School Cast)

When: October 15th, 16th & 17th

Where: Theater West End, 115 W 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771

What: Feed the need for musical hilarity with this delicious sci-fi smash about a man-eating plant!LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is a West End Prep production, featuring a cast of pre-professional 9th-12th grade students.A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years. Howard Ashman and Alan Menken (Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty And The Beast, and Aladdin) are the creative geniuses behind what has become one of the most popular shows in the world.The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” – after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out of this world origins and intent towards global domination! 

Admission: $16+, Tickets

Info: Click Here for the event Facebook page!

Ritz Theater Classics presents Frankenstein

When: Thursday October 21st, 7:26pm-9:26pm

Where: Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 Magnolia Ave, Sanford, FL 32771

What: Sponsored by City of Sanford. Based on Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel, Frankenstein was made before American movie warnings and rating codes were assigned to films which depicted mature situations, violence, strong language, etc. The creature made by Dr. Frankenstein out of corpse body parts was portrayed by Boris Karloff, and the movie was responsible for both the monster and the doctor’s hunchback assistant (Igor) becoming film icons.

Admission: $5 cash at the door.

Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page

Oh The Horror! Art Show at Deviant Wolfe Brewing

When: Thursday October 21st-November 30th

Where: Deviant Wolfe Brewing, 121 W 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771

What: Oh, the Horror! ATTENTION ARTISTS! We are looking for artwork to display in our next show. Specifically we are looking for art that celebrates Halloween and all things spooky. Inspiration can be drawn from tv shows, books, movies, folklore, legends, etc. All mediums are welcome. That means photographs, paintings, drawings, sculptures, digital art, 3D prints, etc.DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: Wednesday, October 13th
ART DROP OFF: Friday, October 15th SANFORD ART & JAZZ NIGHT: Thursday, October 21st OPENING NIGHT: Saturday, October 23rd The show will be up through Nov 30th for Deviant Wolfe Brewing’s event, “Day of the Deviants” on November 20th. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Your submission must contain subject matter related to Halloween. Prior to accepting your piece to the show, please send a photo of your submission for review to: art@deviantwolfebrewing.com. MEDIUM: We will be accepting all mediums for this show. – Limit of 3 pieces per artist – No pieces larger than 18” x 24” – Please email in advance for 3D art or inquiries for installations. Commission Fee: There is a 25% commission fee for any sold artwork, including additional prints. Any unsold artwork not collected within 90 days of the submission deadline will become the property of Deviant Wolfe Brewing.
Please contact us with any questions you may have regarding art or the event at: art@deviantwolfebrewing.com

Admission:FREE!

Info: Click Here for the event Facebook page!

Halloween Bike Night & Stereo Competition

When: October 22nd, 6pm

Where: Seminole Harley-Davidson, 620 Hickman Cir

What: Join us at our Halloween themed bike night, hosted by Jerry Merkler and sponsored by Rubenstein Law. Stereo Competitions, Best Decorated Bike or Costume Contest, Free Bikini Bike Wash, Free Beer and CASH Prizes!
Bike Wash starts early, 4pm, so you can get your ride cleaned up before the show!Limit 2 Beers per person, only while supplies last. Cash Prizes not to be used towards new bike purchase. 

Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page

Witches of Shakespeare

When: October 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 29th, 30th & 31st

Where: Seminole State College – Sanford/Lake Mary Campus, 100 Weldon Blvd.

What: Witches of Shakespeare
A gathering of witches performed by our theatre students and the other worldly creatures of some Shakespeare’s most beloved plays.
Special performance for children on Halloween on October 31.
Lake Mary Museum
158 N. Country Club Rd.
Lake Mary, FL 32746
Masks are required
$5 donation 

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

Zoo Boo Bash, Presented By Orlando Health

When: October 23rd, 24th, 30th & 31st

Where: Central Florida Zoo 3755 U.S. 17 Sanford, FL 32773

What: Trick or Treat at the Wildest Place in Town!
Zoo Boo Bash is the perfect way for children and families to safely show off those Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat while enjoying the fun of the Zoo.
The Zoo will have plenty of not-so-scary decorations and activities, including trick-or-treat stations in a designated area to ensure social distancing.
Costumes are encouraged for all guests.

Admission:  CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS, All activities are included with Zoo admission;
Annual Pass Holders should note this is a blackout date but special discounted event admission for annual pass holders can be purchased here for $5 per individual named on their valid annual pass card.

Info: For more information, call 407.323.4450 ext 100 | Click Here for More Info.

First Annual Sanford Witches Ride: In Honor of Amanda Butler

When: October 24th, 5:30pm

Where: Celery City Craft Beer Garden, 114 S Palmetto Ave

What: Welcome to the 1st Annual Sanford Witches Ride! This fun bike ride is held in remembrance of our dearly departed friend, Amanda Butler and celebrates a few of her favorite things – friends, family, fun, Sanford and Halloween!
Ride begins and ends at Celery City Craft (114 S Palmetto Avenue Sanford)
We ride out at 5:30pm! A route map will be provided.
Ways to Participate:
– Join in on bike or golf cart. Bring candy to toss to kids and residents who are watching from their yards!
– Come outside and wave and support the ride – and get candy!
– Join us after for a drink at Amanda’s very favorite watering hole – Celery City Craft
– All Witches and Warlocks are welcome! 

Admission: FREE!

Info: Click Here for the event Facebook page!

Corsets and Cuties present Creepy Cuties!

When: Sunday October 24th, 8pm-10pm

Where: Theater West End, 115 W 1st St

What:  The Cuties are back to celebrate all things creepy! Costumes are encouraged with prizes awarded for the best plus the Sanderson Sisters close out the night!

Admission: Tickets, $18

Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page

Trunk or Treat Presented by Texas Roadhouse – Sanford

When: Tuesday October 26th 5pm-8pm

Where: Texas Roadhouse – Sanford , FL 100 Towne Center Boulevard, Sanford, Florida 32771

What: Come out for a FREE fun time of trunk or treating at Texas Roadhouse in Sanford on October 26!
Games, Crafts, Candy, Costume Contest, Vendors, Family Friendly Trick or Treating, pumpkin painting and more!!!!!!!!

Info: Click Here for the event Facebook page!

Halloween Candy & Wine Pairing

When: October 26th, 7pm

Where: Luisa’s Cellar, 206 Sanford Ave,

What: Halloween! Trick or treat! Trust me… you will have lots of leftover candy and you will need wine to go through them so we are here to help! We will be tasting in this occasion not 4 but 5 wines!
We will be pairing them with some of your favorite Halloween Candy! From Reese’s and M&Ms to Snickers, Starburst and more! Something for everybody.
Cheers!
Limited to 20 people for social distancing.

Admission: Cost: $25 plus gratuity and tax. Please read carefully
You will pay $10 at checkout and the rest the day of the event. No refunds available. If you are part of a group of 3 or more please note that at check out to arrange seating properly. No groups larger than 6. If you have a group larger than 6 please contact us. Visit luisascellarwine.com to reserve your spot today!

Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page

Halloween Jump

When: Every day in October

Where: Altitude Trampoline Park Sanford, 1810 Rinehart Rd

What: We’re celebrating the holiday on Thursday, October 28th with a Haunted House, Trick-or-Treat Lane, & more!
See you there! 

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

Halloween Candy- Craft Beer Pairing

When: Thursday October 28th 4pm-9pm

Where: Deviant Wolfe Brewing, 121 W 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771

What: Who says Halloween candy is only for kids? Join us for a craft beer and candy pairing on Thursday, October 28th. Flights include five Deviant Wolfe beers paired with five Halloween candy favorites. Space is limited, so purchase your flights ahead through our Online Store or ask your beertender during your next visit to the taproom.Halloween Candy and Craft Beer Pairing Menu to be announced soon! Celebrate Halloween at Deviant Wolfe!

Admission: Click Here to Purchase Your Tickets!

Info: Click Here for the event Facebook page!

Haunted Tours, 2021

When: October 28, 29, and 30, 6pm – 10pm

Where: Museum of Seminole County History 300 Eslinger Way, Sanford, Florida 32773

What: Haunted Tours returns to the Museum, sponsored by the Seminole County Historical Society! Capacity is limited to 15 persons per tour this year, with priority given to advance registration online. Tours on the hour from 6pm-9pm. Bring your own ghost hunting equipment, or use ours as we track the ghosts through our halls and relay the strange phenomena which have taken place within our walls!

Admission: $5 per person. All proceeds benefit the Bill Nygren Carriage Project. For reservations, please visit recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov.

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

Halloween Costume Party at The Barn

When: October 28th & 29th, 7pm

Where: The Barn in Sanford, 1200 S French Ave

What: COLLEGE NIGHT JUST GOT BETTER ON OCT 28th!
DRESS UP and HAVE FUN!
#CostumeContest Thursday and Friday Nights!
Don’t Miss #BrandonBings Saturday Night Contest!

Info: Click Here for the Facebook Post!

Reel Fun Films Rocky Horror Picture Show

When: Friday October 29th, 9pm-11pm

Where: Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 Magnolia Ave, Sanford, FL 32771

What: Join us for the interactive viewing of this 1975 sci-fi/horror musical gender-bending rock opera featuring The Rich Weirdos shadow cast. Break out your fishnet stockings, stilettos, and red lipstick. Bring your rubber gloves, flashlight, or glow stick, and sing along as you get in touch again with your inner transvestite. Prop bags will be available for purchase so that Rocky Horror virgins can participate in all the rituals while the shadow cast ratchets up the humor and debauchery. This cult classic is more than a movie. It’s all about audience participation.

Admission: $15, Tickets

Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! CRITICAL MASS SANFORD

When: Friday October 29th, 6:15pm

Where: Pedal Driven Co., 210 N Park Ave

What: Celebrate Halloween with us this Friday and wear your favorite (bike friendly) costume!

Join us the last Friday of every month for an easy 5 mile ride through downtown Sanford – open to ALL ages and skill level! Ride begins at the Pedal Driven shop at 6:15 and ends at Deviant Wolfe Brewing to enjoy some beer and good company. See you there!

Admission:  FREE!

Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page!

HALLOWEEN HAVOC V DAY 1

When: October 29th, 7:30pm

Where: West End Trading Co. 202 Sanford Ave

What: HALLOWEEN HAVOC V DAY 1 Concert
Doors open at 7:30pm

Admission: $15 Cover Charge Discounted Presale Tickets Available NOW at eventbrite

Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page

Johnny Wild & The Delights – Classic Retro Monster Bash

When: Friday October 29th 9pm

Where: Tuffy’s Bottle Shop & Lounge 200 S Myrtle Ave, Sanford, Florida 32771

What: We’re throwing a Halloween party and all you ghouls and goblins are invited!

Come party the night away in costume! We’ll be holding a contest for best dressed!

1st Place – $150 Tuffy’s Giftcard
2nd Place – $50 Tuffy’s Giftcard

Time to eat, drink, and be scary! We’ll have some booooozy drink specials, the DJ’s spooooky dance tunes, and Smoke in the City BBQ food truck parked outside!

(Just a friendly reminder, Tuffy’s is strictly 21+ after 7PM, so please leave the little ghosts at home)

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Click Here for the event Facebook page!

Mayfair Country Club Halloween Costume Contest

When: October 30th, 6:30am-6pm

Where: Mayfair Country Club, 3536 Country Club Rd

What: Win a FREE 20 Play Card!! Dress up as your favorite PGA Tour, LPGA Tour Professional, or Golf Personality on Saturday October 30th to enter. All entries receive a free round of golf on the 30th. Whoever has the best costume will win a 20 Play Card. 

Admission: Must pay to play golf.

Info: Click Here for Event Facebook Page!

Sanford’s Marketplace at Magnolia Trick or Treat

When: October 30th, 10am-3pm

Where: Sanford’s Marketplace at Magnolia (Frist street near the clock tower)

What: Mark your calendars…THIS Saturday we will have trick-or-treating at the Sanford farmer’s market from 10am-3pm!

Local vendors will be passing out candy to all who join in the festivities. Also, there will be a costume competition for people and pups! (This is a family-friendly event, so please no gory/inappropriate costumes.)

Contest Rules:

1. Take a picture at the market:Snap a picture of you, your kids, and/or your pets on Saturday, Oct. 30th from 10am-3pm at the market.

2. Post to Facebook and/or Instagram and tag the market: Tag us at Sanford Marketplace at Magnolia.Facebook posts will be copied and made into one post to share.Instagram posts/stories will be shared to our stories.

3. Vote & Share!Voting begins at 7pm on Saturday and ends Sunday, Oct. 31st at 7pm. The picture with the most likes on FB and IG will each receive a $25 gift card for the market! (The gift card must be picked up on another Saturday.)

Don’t miss out on this family-and-pet-friendly event in Historic Downtown Sanford! We can’t wait to see your creative costumes and always appreciate your local support so much!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Page!

Comic Central Presents: Halloween Comic Extravaganza

When: October 30th, 11am-7pm

Where: Comic Central, 1425 WP Ball Blvd

What: Free Comic Book Day 2.0 aka Halloween Comic Fest returns on October 30th 2021. This year Marvel Comics has produced a special selection of comics to be given out for FREE on what Marvel is calling Halloween Comic Extravaganza. We will be combo this with the Wonder Woman Day comics to have some brand new FREE Comics available only on Saturday October 30th. In addition to the FREE comics, we will be running a sale on graphic novels, trade paperbacks. Open 11am to 7pm. Free comic offer good while supplies last, limits and restrictions apply.

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

Halloween for Dees Kids

When: Saturday October 30th 11:30am-3pm

Where: Dees Brothers Brewery, 210 Magnolia Ave

What: An afternoon full of Trick-or-Treat fun for your lil monsters with games, crafts and of course… TREATS!
Be sure to dress up for the Kids Costume Parade @ 2:30 pm! Halloween Spooky Specials from the Kitchen, sure to haunt the whole family’s cravings. Fall Food Drive to support Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida- Raffle tickets for your donation! Bring any nonperishable food you’d like to donate for your kiddos to have a chance to win a fun prize!
Follow this link for a list of their most needed items: 

https://www.feedhopenow.org/site/SPageServer/…

1 CAN = 1 Raffle Ticket
5 CANS = 2 Raffle Tickets
10+ CANS = 3 Raffle TicketsDress up and join us as we kick off our FIRST Halloween!

@ yours truly,
Dees Brewery

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page!

Celebrate our 7th Anniversary & Costume Party

When: Saturday October 30th 12pm

Where: Wop’s Hops Brewing Company And Kitchen, 419 Sanford Ave

What: Come join us in celebration of our 7 year anniversary of business! It’s going to be a day full of delicious craft beer, fun, the Sanford Avenue Block Party, and our Halloween Costume Party.

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page!

Free Family Halloween Fun!

When: October 30th, 5pm-7pm

Where: Victory Chapel, 2619 S. French Ave.

What: Free family Halloween fun for the whole family! Candy giveaway, door prizes, games, hot dogs, children’s movie on the big screen!

Admission: FREE!

Info: For more info, call 904-505-4692

Sanford Avenue Halloween Block Party & Costume Contest

When: Saturday October 30th 5pm-11pm

Where: Sanford Brewing Company, 400 Sanford Ave

What: Live Music. Craft Beer. Vendors.

Prize money now at $1,600!!! See all you Ghouls & Gals here!

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Event Facebook Page!

City Fest-Fall Festival

When: Saturday October 30th 6pm-8:30pm

Where: City Church FL, 1711 S Orange Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771

What: Join us for City Fest!

This event is for you and your family! Join us for a night with Trunk or treat, costumes, bounce houses, hayride, candy, and so much more! This is for all ages and will take place on the church campus! Stay tuned for more information.

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Event Website

Dees Brothers Brewery Halloween Party!

When: Saturday October 30th 6pm-11:30pm

Where: Dees Brothers Brewery, 210 Magnolia Ave

What: 1. 2nd Harvest Food Drive & Raffle
– Bring any nonperishable food you’d like to donate for your kiddos to have a chance to win a fun prize!
Follow this link for a list of their most needed items: https://www.feedhopenow.org/site/SPageServer/
1 CAN = 1 Raffle Ticket
5 CANS = 2 Raffle Tickets
10+ CANS = 3 Raffle Tickets
2. Special Halloween Sandwich
3. Costume Contest at 10PM
– Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd including Bar Tabs & SWAG
4. Live Music w/ Beartoe from 8PM-11PM

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page!

Halloween Hoedown!

When: October 30th, 6:30pm

Where: West End Trading Company, 202 Sanford Ave

What: Howdy y’all! If your looking for Halloween plans ole Jen has you covered we’re going back to Westend trading for another round of back to back shows, Saturday October 30th! It’s going to be one big ole spooky hoedown with your boys and the homies at streetlights for empty streets followed by local county legends Jim and the Bud Light. We’re having a costume contest in between sets, winners will receive a custom JITRL tie-dyed t-shirt so come on out and dress up in your best spooky wear.$10 per setSet one 6:30pmSet two 10pm

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

Halloween Costume Contest at West End Trading Co.

When: October 30th, 7pm-12am

Where: West End Trading Company, 202 Sanford Ave

What: Join us for a bone-chilling night on OCTOBER 30 for our annual Halloween Costume Contest!Craft beer, live music and tons of Halloween fun!Cash and prizes up to $500!This will be an epic night .. join us! 

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

Orlando Big Band Boo Halloween Concert

When: Saturday October 30th, 7:30pm-9:30pm

Where: Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 Magnolia Ave, Sanford, FL 32771

What: Time to dress up in your most chilling costume for some spooky selections from the past. Join Bing for the telling of The Headless Horseman. Listen to Satan Takes a Dorsey Holiday. Be on the lookout for Mr. Oogie Boogie. It’s always Midnight in a Madhouse at the Big Band Boo Halloween Concert with the OBB. Bring your cadaverous bodies to this creepy performance for a frighteningly good time. Become an honorary member of the OBB with the best costume. Beware of a scary good show.

Admission: $23-$30, Tickets

Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page

Halloween Costume Contest at Celery City Craft

When: October 30th 7pm-12am

Where: Celery City Craft Beer Garden, 114 S Palmetto Ave

What: Join us for a bone-chilling night on OCTOBER 30 for our annual Halloween Costume Contest! Craft beer, live music and tons of Halloween fun! Cash and prizes up to $500!
This will be an epic night .. join us!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

BUSTER’S STELLA SPOOKTACULAR

When: October 30th 8pm-12am

Where: Buster’s Bistro 300 S Sanford Ave 

What: CALLING ALL BOOS AND GHOULS!! COME JOIN BUSTER’S BISTRO FOR SOME FREAKY FUN FILLED WITH ENTERTAINMENT, PRIZES, CONTESTS, AND PLENTY OF BOOZE!!!

Admission: NO COVER CHARGE! VIP TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR $40/PERSON. INCLUDES:*FREE RAFFLE ENTRY
*2 FOR 1 STELLA, HOEGAARDEN, RED RUM COCKTAIL
*ETCHED HALLOWEEN STELLA ARTOIS GLASS

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE SULLIVAN

When: October 30th, 8pm-11:30

Where: The Sullivan-A Public House, 116 E 1st St

What: The Sullivan will be holding it’s first ever COSTUME CONTEST for Halloween! Bring your best costume for a chance to win a $100 gift card! Saturday night October 30th

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

Halloween Party Live Music w/ Beartoe

When: Saturday October 30th 8pm-11pm

Where: Dees Brothers Brewery, 210 Magnolia Ave

What: Dress up and join us as Beartoe takes the stage!

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page!

HALLOWEEN PARTY at The ALLEY Live Music MISS INTENT

When: Saturday October 30th 8pm-12am

Where: The Alley, 114 S Park Ave

What: Annual Halloween Party at The Alley! Prizes for best costume! Live Music with Miss Intent!

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page!

EVIL OASIS 2 : SCI-FI NIGHTMARE – HALLOWEEN PARTY

When: Saturday, October 30th @ 8pm-2am

Where: Oasis On the River, 4380 Carraway Pl, Sanford, FL 32771

What: This is the 2nd annual Evil Oasis Halloween party, after the success of last year’s this one is promised to be something special. Oasis on the River is your Halloween 2021 party destination. EOIISFN will be a gateway to another dimension of pure chaos, pure evil. Prepare to be abducted and brought to an Oasis of Evil, where Sci-Fi Nightmares become reality. We are bringing it all; Hosted by MC Titanium, on the decks we have Dj J. Taylor providing the indoor tunes, and outside we have Dj Evolv3, Dj Frank Dee, Dj Johnny Knox and Dj Daggett, Aerial Burlesque performed by Libra Moon, and a photo booth provided by Photoboom LLC. Drink specials and VIP Cabanas will be available along with a $1000 cash prize for best costume!

Admission: $5.99 – $10, Tickets 

Info: Click Here for Event Facebook Page!

Sanford’s Got Talent (Karaoke Contest)-Theme: Halloween Costume Party 

When: October 30th, 8pm-12am

Where: Shantell’s Just Until Restaurant & Lounge, 503 Sanford Ave

What:
Theme: Halloween Costume Party
***Come belt out your favorite tunes for a chance to win cash prizes, gift cards (TBD) and champion trophy.
Contest Rules: Vocalists of all genres of music are welcome to sign up. Singers can pick any songs to perform, either as an individual or as a group. Each week, 2 singers or groups will be chosen to compete in the finals. Our final competition will be held on October 30th Halloween Costume Party from 8pm-11pm in Shantell’s back yard. Contestants will be judged on the following…
Stage Presence
Clear Pronunciation
Vocal Quality (Range, Pitch & Melody)
***All the finalists will receive a certificate.
***Top three will receive prizes.
COVID: The microphone will be frequently sanitized and every singer will be given 2 disposable mic cover for each night. We are still monitoring the ongoing Covid situation and are taking extreme sanitary measures to protect all participants and patrons.

Admission: Tickets 

Info: Click Here for Event Facebook Page!

Fang-Tastic Fest at Ft. Mellon

When: Sunday, October 31, 2019 @ 2pm-5pm

Where: Fort Mellon Park, 600 E 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771

What: Load up your little ghosts and goblins and celebrate the season with costume contests, carnival games, inflatables and sweet treats.

Admission: FREE

Info: For more information call 407.688.5120 option 6 or visit www.Sanfordfl.gov

SGCG Trunk or Treat @ The Park on Park

When: October 31st, 5pm-7pm

Where: Park on Park 101-199 W 8th St

What: Sanford Golf Cart Gurus Trunk or Treat! Decorate your carts, load them up with candy & meet at The Park on Park. We will hand out candy from 5pm to 7pm. After, we will do a Halloween golf cart ride through town.

Admission: FREE!

Info: Click Here for the event Facebook page!

LifeWay’s Drive-In Candy GiveAway

When: Sunday October 31, 6pm-8:30pm

Where: LifeWay Community Church 2462 S Park Ave, Sanford, Florida 32771 At the Corner of Park Avenue & 25th Street (SR 46)

What: Who doesn’t love candy?We thought we would make your 2021 a little sweeter with a drive-in candy giveaway!We’re giving away 75,000 pieces of candy. We’re preparing to pack our parking lot with cars full of friends and families.Make your plans to dress those kids up and join us for free candy and popcorn, on October 31st! We can’t wait to see you all.It’s like going to 50 houses in 15 minutes. You’ll find it to be well organized, safe & enjoyable for the whole family.www.LifeWay.cc/candy You will find friendly smiles,  popcorn for all and lots of CANDY for the kids.  It’s like going to 50 houses in 15 minutes. There will be a 10 minute rotation… You’ll stay in your car, watch a short 4 minute video then your candy and popcorn will be delivered by our health screened volunteers. It’s safe and will be enjoyed by your whole family.

Admission: This event is FREE! It’s for the whole family. 

Info: Click Here for Event Facebook Page!


LIST of HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTESTS:

Halloween Bike Night & Stereo Competition

When: October 22nd, 6pm

Where: Seminole Harley-Davidson, 620 Hickman Cir

What: Join us at our Halloween themed bike night, hosted by Jerry Merkler and sponsored by Rubenstein Law. Stereo Competitions, Best Decorated Bike or Costume Contest, Free Bikini Bike Wash, Free Beer and CASH Prizes!
Bike Wash starts early, 4pm, so you can get your ride cleaned up before the show!Limit 2 Beers per person, only while supplies last. Cash Prizes not to be used towards new bike purchase. 

Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page

Halloween Costume Party at The Barn

When: October 28th & 29th, 7pm

Where: The Barn in Sanford, 1200 S French Ave

What: COLLEGE NIGHT JUST GOT BETTER ON OCT 28th!
DRESS UP and HAVE FUN!
#CostumeContest Thursday and Friday Nights!
Don’t Miss #BrandonBings Saturday Night Contest!

Info: Click Here for the Facebook Post!

Johnny Wild & The Delights – Classic Retro Monster Bash

When: Friday October 29th 9pm

Where: Tuffy’s Bottle Shop & Lounge 200 S Myrtle Ave, Sanford, Florida 32771

What: We’re throwing a Halloween party and all you ghouls and goblins are invited!

Come party the night away in costume! We’ll be holding a contest for best dressed!

1st Place – $150 Tuffy’s Giftcard
2nd Place – $50 Tuffy’s Giftcard

Time to eat, drink, and be scary! We’ll have some booooozy drink specials, the DJ’s spooooky dance tunes, and Smoke in the City BBQ food truck parked outside!

(Just a friendly reminder, Tuffy’s is strictly 21+ after 7PM, so please leave the little ghosts at home)

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Click Here for the event Facebook page!

Mayfair Country Club Halloween Costume Contest

When: October 30th, 6:30am-6pm

Where: Mayfair Country Club, 3536 Country Club Rd

What: Win a FREE 20 Play Card!! Dress up as your favorite PGA Tour, LPGA Tour Professional, or Golf Personality on Saturday October 30th to enter. All entries receive a free round of golf on the 30th. Whoever has the best costume will win a 20 Play Card. 

Admission: Must pay to play golf.

Info: Click Here for Event Facebook Page!

Sanford’s Marketplace at Magnolia Trick or Treat

When: October 30th, 10am-3pm

Where: Sanford’s Marketplace at Magnolia (Frist street near the clock tower)

What: Mark your calendars…THIS Saturday we will have trick-or-treating at the Sanford farmer’s market from 10am-3pm!

Local vendors will be passing out candy to all who join in the festivities. Also, there will be a costume competition for people and pups! (This is a family-friendly event, so please no gory/inappropriate costumes.)

Contest Rules:

1. Take a picture at the market:Snap a picture of you, your kids, and/or your pets on Saturday, Oct. 30th from 10am-3pm at the market.

2. Post to Facebook and/or Instagram and tag the market: Tag us at Sanford Marketplace at Magnolia.Facebook posts will be copied and made into one post to share.Instagram posts/stories will be shared to our stories.

3. Vote & Share!Voting begins at 7pm on Saturday and ends Sunday, Oct. 31st at 7pm. The picture with the most likes on FB and IG will each receive a $25 gift card for the market! (The gift card must be picked up on another Saturday.)

Don’t miss out on this family-and-pet-friendly event in Historic Downtown Sanford! We can’t wait to see your creative costumes and always appreciate your local support so much!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Page!

Celebrate our 7th Anniversary & Costume Party

When: Saturday October 30th 12pm

Where: Wop’s Hops Brewing Company And Kitchen, 419 Sanford Ave

What: Come join us in celebration of our 7 year anniversary of business! It’s going to be a day full of delicious craft beer, fun, the Sanford Avenue Block Party, and our Halloween Costume Party.

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page!

Sanford Avenue Halloween Block Party & Costume Contest

When: Saturday October 30th 5pm-11pm

Where: Sanford Brewing Company, 400 Sanford Ave

What: Live Music. Craft Beer. Vendors.

Prize money now at $1,600!!! See all you Ghouls & Gals here!

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Event Facebook Page!

Dees Brothers Brewery Halloween Party!

When: Saturday October 30th 6pm-11:30pm

Where: Dees Brothers Brewery, 210 Magnolia Ave

What: 1. 2nd Harvest Food Drive & Raffle
– Bring any nonperishable food you’d like to donate for your kiddos to have a chance to win a fun prize!
Follow this link for a list of their most needed items: https://www.feedhopenow.org/site/SPageServer/
1 CAN = 1 Raffle Ticket
5 CANS = 2 Raffle Tickets
10+ CANS = 3 Raffle Tickets
2. Special Halloween Sandwich
3. Costume Contest at 10PM
– Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd including Bar Tabs & SWAG
4. Live Music w/ Beartoe from 8PM-11PM

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page!

Halloween Costume Contest at West End Trading Co.

When: October 30th, 7pm-12am

Where: West End Trading Company, 202 Sanford Ave

What: Join us for a bone-chilling night on OCTOBER 30 for our annual Halloween Costume Contest!Craft beer, live music and tons of Halloween fun!Cash and prizes up to $500!This will be an epic night .. join us! 

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

Halloween Costume Contest at Celery City Craft

When: October 30th 7pm-12am

Where: Celery City Craft Beer Garden, 114 S Palmetto Ave

What: Join us for a bone-chilling night on OCTOBER 30 for our annual Halloween Costume Contest! Craft beer, live music and tons of Halloween fun! Cash and prizes up to $500!
This will be an epic night .. join us!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page

HALLOWEEN PARTY at The ALLEY Live Music MISS INTENT

When: Saturday October 30th 8pm-12am

Where: The Alley, 114 S Park Ave

What: Annual Halloween Party at The Alley! Prizes for best costume! Live Music with Miss Intent!

Admission: Free to Attend!

Info: Click Here for Facebook Event Page!

Halloween Weekend @ Manikins is finally here. Three Days of bliss starting with:

  • The Black Friday Reunion as DJ Rob Bates spins!
  • Saturday, Dj Lavidicus spins New Wave, Synth pop, Electro, etc. – $1500 Costume Contest & Special guest, Block Party, Bands, People locked in cages, Bearded Women, Puerto Rican Wolf Boys,
  • Sunday, Darling Dead Performs on Halloween Night

It’s going to be HUGE!!

https://manikinslounge.com/

EVIL OASIS 2 : SCI-FI NIGHTMARE – HALLOWEEN PARTY

When: Saturday, October 30th @ 8pm-2am

Where: Oasis On the River, 4380 Carraway Pl, Sanford, FL 32771

What: This is the 2nd annual Evil Oasis Halloween party, after the success of last year’s this one is promised to be something special. Oasis on the River is your Halloween 2021 party destination. EOIISFN will be a gateway to another dimension of pure chaos, pure evil. Prepare to be abducted and brought to an Oasis of Evil, where Sci-Fi Nightmares become reality. We are bringing it all; Hosted by MC Titanium, on the decks we have Dj J. Taylor providing the indoor tunes, and outside we have Dj Evolv3, Dj Frank Dee, Dj Johnny Knox and Dj Daggett, Aerial Burlesque performed by Libra Moon, and a photo booth provided by Photoboom LLC. Drink specials and VIP Cabanas will be available along with a $1000 cash prize for best costume!

Admission: $5.99 – $10, Tickets 

Info: Click Here for Event Facebook Page!

Sanford’s Got Talent (Karaoke Contest)-Theme: Halloween Costume Party 

When: October 30th, 8pm-12am

Where: Shantell’s Just Until Restaurant & Lounge, 503 Sanford Ave

What:
Theme: Halloween Costume Party
***Come belt out your favorite tunes for a chance to win cash prizes, gift cards (TBD) and champion trophy.
Contest Rules: Vocalists of all genres of music are welcome to sign up. Singers can pick any songs to perform, either as an individual or as a group. Each week, 2 singers or groups will be chosen to compete in the finals. Our final competition will be held on October 30th Halloween Costume Party from 8pm-11pm in Shantell’s back yard. Contestants will be judged on the following…
Stage Presence
Clear Pronunciation
Vocal Quality (Range, Pitch & Melody)
***All the finalists will receive a certificate.
***Top three will receive prizes.
COVID: The microphone will be frequently sanitized and every singer will be given 2 disposable mic cover for each night. We are still monitoring the ongoing Covid situation and are taking extreme sanitary measures to protect all participants and patrons.

Admission: Tickets 

Info: Click Here for Event Facebook Page!

Fang-Tastic Fest at Ft. Mellon

When: Sunday, October 31, 2019 @ 2pm-5pm

Where: Fort Mellon Park, 600 E 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771

What: Load up your little ghosts and goblins and celebrate the season with costume contests, carnival games, inflatables and sweet treats.

Admission: FREE

Info: For more information call 407.688.5120 option 6 or visit www.Sanfordfl.gov