Sanford’s 2017 Halloween Events
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10th Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest!
When: Thursday, October 19, 12 PM – 11:59 PM
Where: West End Trading Co. 202 S Sanford Ave.
What: Come carve for cash and prizes at West End Trading Co. or Celery City Craft (it is the same day as Celery City Mid Week Market). The 327 Ladies Supper Club will be there selling pumpkins to carve for the contest! Profits from the pumpkins go to awesome local charities! Carving must be done ON SITE THIS DAY at West End Trading Co. OR Celery City Craft. Carve anytime during business hours on this day, and voting will start the following day. VOTING LASTS UNTIL HALLOWEEN NIGHT AT MIDNIGHT!
VOTING RULES! We will post pics on West End FB page and share the thread on Celery City. MOST LIKES = WINNER. LIKES MUST REGISTER ON THE ORIGINAL POST!
$150 in cash/tab/prizes 1ST
$75 2ND
$50 3RD
We will watch Charlie Brown’s Great Pumpkin at 8pm while we carve at both locations!!!!
Admission: This event is FREE!
Movie Classics on Magnolia Presents “The Birds”
When: October 19, 7:30 pm
Where: Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center 201 Magnolia Ave
What: A pair of lovebirds lead to sea gull horror. Alfred Hitchcock’s thriller set in Bodega Bay, California gives whole new meaning to being dive bombed by a bird. The story is woven with romantic intrigue and mysteries that culminate in horror. Tippi Hedren made her screen debut in the film and is joined by Rod Taylor, Jessica Tandy, Suzanne Pleshette and Veronica Cartwright.
Admission: $5 cash at the door
Freaky Friday at West End
When: Friday October 20th, 7PM-11PM
Where: West End Trading Co. 202 S Sanford Ave.
What: Come party with us for Freaky Friday at West End Trading Co! It’ll be a night of great music and a wicked costume contest! All of the proceeds go to getting Halloween costumes for children who otherwise couldn’t afford to dress up this year. It’s for a wonderful cause and is gonna be an awesome night! Be sure to dress up!
Lineup:
MIXED UP
Stranger, Stranger
Harum Scarum
Never After
More TBA
Get tickets now at:
freakyfriday-westend.event
Admission: Tickets are only $10 a pop! (18+ with a $3 upcharge if under 21)
Howl-o-ween Pet Contest
When: October 21st, 12 pm-3pm
Where: Paw Park Place, South French Avenue
What: Our 12th Annual Howl-o-ween in the Boneyard will be held, Costume contest begins at 1 pm.
Please have all dogs registered by 12:30 pm. Prizes will be awarded. We will have vendors in our courtyard and rescue dogs up for adoption.
Admission: Free to attend
Info: (407) 323-2700
Shriekfest 2017-1st Year in Florida
When: Saturday October 21st, 2pm-10pm
Where: Wayne Densch 201 S. Magnolia Ave.
What: Come celebrate the best in indie horror and scifi films and our first year in Orlando! We will bring the best of the Los Angeles Film Festival here! One day only!
Thirty Five short films make up the 2017 line up! The films come from countries including Australia and the United Kingdom, states including CA, NC, NY, WA, TX, MA, FL, OH, PA, AZ, and MN. Festival Director Denise Gossett says “I love our shorts program and so does the community, it’s a definite must see!”.
Shriekfest, now in its 17th year, was created in July 2001 by Denise Gossett and has grown into the longest-running and one of the largest horror and sci-fi film festivals in the country. This is also the first year that Shriekfest will be bi-coastal with Shriekfest Orlando on October 21st. Since its inception, Shriekfest has offered young and upcoming writers, actors, and producers a chance to have their work screened and rated by peers.
Admission: $8 per block or $25 day pass
Info: For info. and showtimes go to https://www.shriekfest.com/schedule/orlando/ for more information on the Shriekfest Film Festival, sponsorship opportunities, schedules, and more, visit or contact festival founder and director Denise Gossett at email@shriekfest.com (mailto:email@shriekfest.com)
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Historic Sanford Welcome Center
Sanford’s interactive fall arts & craft celebration for children
When: Saturday, October 21st, 6pm-8:30pm
Where: Historic Sanford Welcome Center 230 E. 1st Street
What: The Historic Sanford Welcome Center/Art Walk working alongside Ladies 327 Supper Club to have fall arts & craft themed activities in the courtyard next to the welcome center.
Featured activities will be:
Pumpkin Painting
Rock Painting
Cookie decorating (ask for a donation – free if not able to pay)
Carved Pumpkin contest (Pumpkin must be craved prior to the event) – Please leave the KNIVES at home!
The following prizes will be awarded:
1st Place $25.00
2nd Place $15.00
Gift certificates the Welcome center’s retail shop.
Great muisc for the evening on the Welcome center steps
All this takes place the same night of the Sanford Art walk & Sanford food truck fiesta. Hope to see you and the kiddies there!
Admission: Free!
Info: https://www.facebook.com/The-Historic-Sanford-Welcome-Center-451347421704694/
Little Monster’s Halloween Bash at Red Hill’s Groves
When: Saturday, October 21st, 6PM-9PM
Where: Red Hill Groves 7210 N. Ronald Reagan Blvd. Sanford, FL 32773
What: This fun event at Red Hill Groves in Sanford will feature a haunted hay ride, costume contests for kids, teens and adults, music, dancing, games, trivia, and more. Delicious food can be purchased from Red Hill Groves. All tickets proceeds support the Lyman High School Band NYC trip.
Admission: $5
Info: http://www.jjcmarketingsolutions.com/jjc-events
Spooky Star Party
When: Saturday, October 21st, 6pm-9:30pm, October 27th @ 10pm, October 28th @ 8:30pm
Where: Seminole State College, Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust Planetarium, 100 Weldon Blvd
What: Join us for an evening of celestial observation, tales from the night sky, science demonstrations, and of course…candy! We encourage everyone to dress up in their Halloween best, and we’ll hold our famous children’s costume contest as well!
Like at all planetarium star parties, admission to the event is completely free! All activities, including the “Into The West” planetarium presentation in the star party, are included.
There will be plenty of space in the star party area for visitors to bring chairs and blankets. The event will take place in the faculty and staff parking lot adjacent to building B and the planetarium, just off College Drive on the Sanford/Lake Mary Campus.
Admission: Free!
Info: https://www.seminolestate.edu/planet/?cv=1
Sanford Pumpkin Fest
When: Saturday October 21st, 6pm-9pm
Where: Historic Sanford Welcome Center 230 E. 1st Street
What: This month’s Sanford Art Walk on October 21st (6-9 PM) is anchored by the Historic Sanford Welcome Center’s “Sanford Pumpkin Fest” show – This month features a fantastic art exhibit from the Artist League of Orange County. Though only ALOC members can submit art this month, the exhibit is as always free and open to the public—there is no admission charge to any of the venues.
The Welcome Center show is a juried art show judged by local judges, and all who attend this event can join in the fun by voting for the People’s Choice Award. The Judge’s Choice award is $100, and People’s Choice Award will earn a lucky artist $50—voting ends at 8:30 and the winner is announced then! Along with the Welcome Center show, area galleries and other venues host art, artwork and artists to showcase area talent with their own unique and individual takes on the main theme, and sometimes their artsy divergence from it.
Featured Sanford Art Walk Locations this month include:
Historic Sanford Welcome Center – “Sanford Pumpkin Fest” –Join us for gourdmania outside in the courtyard and enjoy a fantastic art exhibit from the Artist League of Orange County. Art Walk submissions are open to ALOC members only but the exhibit is open to the public!
Welcome Center Courtyard – The Welcome Center/Art Walk working with the Ladies 327 Supper Club to have fall craft theme activities such as:
Pumpkin Painting
Rock Painting
Cookie decorating (ask for a donation – free if not able to pay)
Carved Pumpkin contest – Pumpkin must be craved prior to the event. NO KNIFES
Prizes awarded – gift certificate to shop the Welcome Center Retail Store
2nd place $15.00
1st place $25.00
The Breezeway – Ricardo Mejias of the breezeway will be introducing a Halloween inspired series of flowers with a dark fantasy twist.
Gallery on First Featured Artist – TBD.
Jeanine Taylor Folk Art –- Stop by Jeanine Taylor Folk Art for the first look at The Whole SHE-Bang: New Work by Jane Theis. Jane brings us a female-centric and wry new collection of characters including such classics as nuns with guns, boy toys, Moana Lisa, and a few new faces.
Little Fish Huge Pond – Featuring Things that go bump in the night. Folk artist April Hawkins and Sci-fi artist Josh Sechrest bring on the boo!
Sanford Art Walk Background Information
The Sanford Art Walk is a monthly downtown Historic Sanford event, held on the 3rd Saturday of every month from 6-9 PM. Anchored by the Historic Sanford Welcome Center at 230 East First Street, up to a dozen various venues participate in the Art Walk in any given month (venue maps are available at each venue and at the Welcome Center). Come early for the West End/Celery City Craft sponsored Food Truck Bazaar at the corner of 2nd and Palmetto Avenues (5-8 PM). And after the Art Walk, stay late and enjoy dinner or a drink at one of the many fine downtown, historic Sanford businesses.
Sanford brings you the premier “local, downtown, historic, cultural” experience in Central Florida. Incorporated in 1877, Sanford is home to Lake Monroe and the waterfront along the St. John’s River, a bustling downtown historic commercial area with a multitude of local restaurants and bars, and nighttime entertainment throughout downtown and along newly remodeled Sanford Avenue. Sanford is a bustling, vibrant, and safe city where residents live, work, play, raise families, and retire.
Admission: Free
Paranormal Investigation in Downtown Sanford
When: Saturday, October 21st, 8pm-12am
Where: 116 South Park Avenue
What: Come join the Orlandeaux Paranormal Society team of investigators as we conduct real investigations in downtown Sanford, FL. We will be investigating two inside locations, the Wellness Center and the Rosie Lee Company, plus two outdoor locations which have experienced activity in the past years. The investigations will be from 8:00 pm to midnight. We will have three teams and rotate locations. Space is limited to keep the groups small and allow everyone to enjoy the experience.
Admission: $25, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-crawl-tickets-37982443511
Info: 407.655.8080
Spooky Zoo Wild Art & Wine
When: Wed. Oct. 25, 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
What: Enjoy a special SPOOKY evening at the Zoo with wine and hors d’oeuvres while painting an animal portrait. Art instructors will guide you to create your own monstrous masterpiece as you meet live animals up close. Everyone is invited to dress up for this spooktacular evening of Halloween fun! Art supplies will be provided. Space is limited. Must be 21 years or older.
Reservations required by Oct. 20, 2017.
Admission: Annual Pass Holders: $40.00/Non-Pass Holders: $45.00
Halloween Weekend at The Barn
When: Friday October 26th-28th, 8PM
Where: The Barn 1200 S French Ave.
What: THURSDAY OCTOBER 26TH
$5000 COSTUME CONTEST
SEXIEST, SCARIEST, AND BEST OVERALL
LADIES IN FREE
9pm-10pm
FRIDAY OCTOBER 27th
$5000 COSTUME CONTEST
BEST COUPLES, MOST CREATIVE & BEST OVERALL
SATURDAY OCTOBER 28th
$7500 COSTUME CONTEST
SEXIEST LADIES SCARIEST MOST CREATIVE
Halloween at Sanford Brewing Co.
When: Saturday, October 26th, 8PM & October 27th, 9PM
Where: Sanford Homebrew Shop 115 South Magnolia Avenue
What: Haunted Sanford presents the Historical Ghost Walk in beautiful downtown Sanford! During this walk, we will regale you with tales of old and new concerning ghostly experiences in the downtown area, culminating with a walk to an actual haunted building! Scary stories aside, this walking tour is for all ages. We will present an overview of ghostly activity and then walk the streets telling the historical stories gathered from the people who live in Sanford themselves. Tickets are $15 dollars and can be purchased at the eventbrite link or at the shop before the day of the tour because availability is limited. You can bring water or any other soft beverage on this tour.
Info: Click here for the event Facebook page!
Admission: $15, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/haunted-sanford-historical-ghost-walk-tickets-38449619848?aff=efbeventtix
Movie in the Square-The Nightmare Before Christmas
When: Friday October 27th, 8PM
Where: Downtown Sanford in Magnolia Square, near the clock tower.
What: Bring your picnic baskets and chairs and settle in for a movie under the stars in beautiful Magnolia Square (1st Street – historic downtown Sanford). The event is free!
Admission: This event is FREE!
Night of Fright: Ghost Stories
When: Friday October 27th, 7PM & 8:30PM
Where: Seminole State College, Emil Buehler Perpetual Trust Planetarium, 100 Weldon Blvd
What: Join master storyteller “Country Joe” Rosier for an evening of spooky ghost stories. This show is a live solo theatrical performance inside the planetarium and includes both visual and sound effects.
7 P.M. performance will be suitable for children ages 6 and up
8:30 P.M. performance will be recommended for ages 14 and up
Admission: Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for students and seniors (55+), and FREE for Seminole State students, faculty, and staff with college ID.
Please note: The planetarium can take only cash or checks at this time.
Haunted Tours at the Museum
When: Friday, October 27th & Saturday, October 28th
The Museum is open regularly on Tuesday-Friday 1:00PM to 5:00PM & Saturday 9:00AM to 1:00PM
The Haunted our will take place after hours 7PM-10PM
Where: The Museum Of Seminole County History 300 Bush Blvd, Sanford, Florida 32773
What: Join us for special night-time tours of our haunted Museum! Ghostly denizens will prowl the halls with you, and we will open up the dark, dank basement for this spooky event. Costumes are welcome, there will be tricks and treats!
Info: 407-665-2489
Admission: Admission: $3.00 adults, $1.00 student, plus tax. Children under the age of 4 are free.
Planetarium Show: Spooky Skies
When: October 27th, 10PM and 28th, 8:30PM
Where: The Museum Of Seminole County History 300 Bush Blvd, Sanford, Florida 32773
What:
Join us for a special planetarium presentation where the legends and stories of the night sky are told in their original, often much darker, forms.
This show is intended for ages 15 and up, and is not suitable for children
Info: Event Facebook Page
Admission: $6 adults, $4 students and seniors (55+), free for Seminole State students, faculty, and staff with ID
Halloween Costume Party at Rhonda’s
When: Friday, October 27th, 9PM
Where: Rhonda’s a Neighborhood Bar, 2617 S Orlando Dr.
What: Come one, Come All to the annual Halloween ? costume party! We will have costume contests for sexiest, most original and scariest! We want to see you drink some specialty themed drinks ???
Karaoke ? and dance music ? starting at 9pm
Info: (407) 330-3882 or rhondarocks2000@aol.com
Admission: Free
Sexy Halloween Party at Little Fish Huge Pond
When: Friday, October 27th, 9PM
Where: Little Fish Huge Pond 401 S Sanford Ave
What: Sexy Halloween Party for those who don’t do Spooky. Drink Specials, Jello Shots, Photobooth and Live Music.
Info:(407) 221-1499
Admission: Free
Night of Fright: Scary Stories for Children and Adults
When: Sat. 10/28 & Sun 10/29 at 2pm Tues 10/31 @ 6pm (6+) Tues 10/31 @ 8pm (14+)
Where: Dangerous Theatre, 115 W 1st Street, Sanford FL
What: Dangerous Theatre Sanford is thrilled to host a limited engagement of “Scary Stories” by local legend “Country Joe” Rosier. In case you are not aware of Joe Rosier, he is a master story teller. He has a put together a selection of stories appropriate for this time of year and is presenting them over Halloween Weekend. All shows are appropriate for children ages 6 and up EXCEPT for the 8pm show on Halloween, then 14+ is recommended. Folks are welcome to attend any performance in costume.
Info: (407) 358-6677
Admission: Tickets $8 for Adults, $5 for Children Note: We only accept cash at the door
Zoo Boo Bash!
When: October 28th & 29th, 9am
Where: Central Florida Zoo 3755 U.S. 17
What: Trick-or-treat at the wildest place in town! Zoo Boo Bash is a family-friendly Halloween event at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. There will be treat stations, costume contests, animal encounters, and more exciting activities!
Zoo Boo Bash is included in general admission, advance tickets not required. Additional fees may apply for certain activities.
Admission: This event is included in general Zoo admission; additional fees may apply for certain activities.
- Children’s Crafts in the News13 Children’s Garden
- Boo-tacular Bounce House, located near the Outpost Snack Bar
- Ride the Zoo Boo Choo-Choo* with friendly ghosts and more!
Info: For more information, call 407.323.4450 ext 100. For sponsorship and vendor opportunities, call 407.323.4450 ext 103
Kids Halloween Party at The Sanford Moose Lodge
When: Saturday, October, 28th, 11am-2pm
Where: Sanford Moose Lodge 2660 S Palmetto Ave.
What: The Women of the Moose Lodge- Chapter 1404 present: KIDS HALLOWEEN PARTY
*Costume Contest
*Activities
*Games
*Snacks
*And much more
Trick or Treat bags will be provided for all the kids!
Please get your kids signed up on the sheet hanging in the Social Quarters.
Admission: Free, but your child must sign up in advance.
Info: (407) 321-2534
FAMILY FRIENDLY FALL FESTIVAL AT CELERY CITY
When: Saturday, October 28th, 12PM-5PM
Where: Celery City Craft, 114 S. Palmetto Ave.
What: The Ladies 327 Supper Club presents a Fall Festival with Pumpkin Patch, Bounce House, Kids Activity Tables, Trick or Treating, Pumpkin Carving/Painting Contest (sponsored by Marcos Pizza) and we love family friendly costumes! In the Celery City Courtyard
Info: (407) 915-5541
Admission: Free
FAMILY FRIENDLY FALL FESTIVAL AT CELERY CITY
When: Saturday, October 28th, 4PM-6PM
Where: Central Baptist 519 S Park Avenue Sanford Florida
What: A Family Friendly Fall Festival with FREE bounce houses, food, face painting, games, candy and fun for all ages!
The event will be held at 519 S Park Avenue and Centennial Park in Downtown Sanford!
Info: 407-322-2914 or centralsanford.net
Admission: Free
Sanford Avenue Block Party Halloween Extravaganza
When: Saturday October 28th, 4pm-12am
Where: S. Sanford Ave.
What: Halloween Party and Two Brewery Anniversaries
Wop’s Hops Brewing Company Celebrates Three Years
Sanford Brewing Company Celebrates their First Year
We also have 5 other great entertainment/drinking venues:
Sanford Ave Tavern,
Bitters & Brass,
The Stranded Sailor Pub,
Little Fish Huge Pond, and
Ellen’s Wine Room – Sanford, Florida
Block Party starts early, with Costume Contests for Dogs & Kids.
Grown up party starts at 8 for Adults,Costumes encouraged, prizes!
2 bands, Street fun, Vendors.
Vendors contact: sanfordavenueblockparty@gm
Admission: This event is FREE!
Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page
Halloween at Sanford Brewing Co.
When: Saturday, October 28th, 5PM-12AM
Where: Sanford Brewing Co. 400 S Sanford Ave, Sanford, Florida 32771
What: You don’t want to miss SBC’s 1st Anniversary Party and Sanford Avenue Block Party Halloween Extravaganza Party, closing the street. SBC you here, with The Bloody Jug Band, and Sanford Avenue Block Party and WopsHops Brewing Company 3rd Anniversary too! Featuring Nasty Habit.
Kid friendly until 8, then the Haunts come out.
Info: (407) 732-6419
Admission: Free
Halloween Bash at Route 46
When: October 28th, 6PM-2AM
Where: Route 46 Entertainment District 4316 W State Road 46, Sanford, Florida 32771
What: Halloween Bash at Route 46 Entertainment District.
Doors open 6pm.
Performing Live: AMP’d Band with the Legendary Mick Dolan with BUD 94.1 FM.
Costume Contest: Wear your most creative costume to be selected for judging! Cash Prizes: 1st Place $500, 2nd Place $300, 3rd Place $200
21+ only.
Info: https://route-46.com/halloween/
Admission: $10 General Admission
$25 VIP – includes private room, exclusive seating, food and private cash bar 7pm-10pm
(Tickets purchased at the door or onlien: https://
ADULT COSTUME PARTY – SIGN MAKING at Board & Brush
When: Saturday, October 28th, 7PM-9:30PM
Where: Board & Brush Sanford 111 N. Oak Ave
What: This is going to be a HOWLING great time ? . If you wear a costume you will receive FREE DRINKS ??
If you want to see what all the talk around town is about? Reserve your seat and join in on the fun ? We have beer/wine and music videos (it’s a party!!!)
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:
PICK YOUR PROJECT – MAKE ANY SIGN IN OUR GALLERY!
Choose your own wood sign from our gallery of 100 plus designs! Join our popular workshop and create your own unique wood sign! We customize the materials for you and take you step by step to create a gorgeous piece for your home or for a gift! Choose from a variety of paint colors and wood stain colors in the workshop.
Info: (407) 915-1611
Admission: Prices vary, https://boardandbrush.com/sanford/6231
Planetarium Show: Into the West: Astronomical Origins of Halloween
When: Saturday October 28th, 7 PM
Where: 100 Weldon Blvd. Sanford, Florida 32773
What: “Into The West” conjures up the history of Halloween from its beginnings five millennia ago in what is now Great Britain. This show examines the Britons and the Celts, two groups of ancient peoples who laid the foundation for the modern-day Halloween celebration. The Gaelic festival of Samhain celebrated the end of the harvest season, and from this most important time came the origins of trick-or-treating, the carving of pumpkins and ghostly lore — all inspired by a small, famous cluster of stars in the constellation Taurus known as the Pleiades. Be swept away in our journey ”Into The West.”
Most appropriate for ages nine and up.
Admission: $6 adults, $4 students and seniors (55+), free for Seminole State students, faculty, and staff with ID
Info: Click Here for the Event Facebook Page
Halloween Costume Contest at West End & Celery City!
When: Saturday, October 28 at 7 PM – 11 PM
Where: West End Trading Co. 202 S Sanford Ave.
What: 1ST PLACE $750
2ND $500
3RD $250
BEST GROUP $250
Combination of cash/prizes/bar tabs.
HOW DO YOU WIN??? Show up at Celery City between 7-9pm, or West End from 9-11pm and have your photo taken by a professional! We will load these photos on Facebook the following day (Oct 29th). We will let the people decide, so the pics that get the most likes, win! 1 like = 1 vote! Voting will go until midnight on Nov 1st, and we will announce the winners at our Day of the Dead party on Thursday Nov 2nd 🙂
Contest is sponsored by El Jimador and Herradura Tequila, stay tuned for specials!!!
Admission: Free
Information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1936404506630750/
Pumpkin Palooza at Sanford Moose Lodge
When: Saturday, October 28th, 7:00PM
Where: Sanford Moose Lodge 2660 South Palmetto Ave
What: Come one, come all to the Sanford Moose Lodge Pumpkin-Palooza in the Social Quarters
Social Quarters Scaryoke
Sing from your Barstool
Food
Gift Card giveaway every 30 minutes
wear orange!!
Admission: Free
Information: (407) 321-9244
Walking Dead Pub Crawl 7.0
When: Saturday, October 28th, 7:00PM
Where: Historic Dowtown Sanford
What: Stop at any of the 7 local Bars, Pubs, Breweries for drink specials for this years Walking Dead pub crawl!
Admission: Free
Information: (407) 221-1499
Doc Fu and The Brothers of Blues Annual Halloween Party
When: October 28th, 8PM
Where: The Alley 114 S Park Ave, Sanford, Florida 32771
What: HALLOWEEN IS UPON US . . . .!!!! You need to get your affairs in order and get yo’ ass in gear (along with yo’ vehicle!) and meet us at The Alley in Sanford on October 28th @ 8:00PM!!!! The Doc Fu Annual Halloween Party is back!!! We gonna blow up Park Avenue that night!! We are looking for the best Tina Turner, Cher, Prince, and Elvis that comes thru that door!! We got gift baskets and gift certificates along with the Jim Beam Girls passing out giveaways and shots!!! Doc Fu and The Brothers of Blues are gonna do it to you again!!! We got some special guests . . . . you just might get a pic with Medusa herself . . . .just don’t look her in the eyes!!!
Admission: Free!
Buster’s Halloween Party
When:Saturday, October 28th, 8PM-12AM
Where: 300 Sanford Ave, Sanford, FL 32771
What: Happy Halloween from Buster’s Bistro, DJ Michael Knight will be on stage hosting another epic Halloween party here at Buster’s. Dust off your favorite masks and cloaks, there will be prizes for first place in the costume contest, this is the time to show off! He will be playing from 8pm till midnight! Free shot for everyone that dresses up!
Admission: Free
Information: (407) 732-6880
Halloween Costume Party at The Wet Spot!
When: Saturday, October 28th, 9PM-2AM
Where: The Wet Spot 112 S Park Ave.
What: Contest for the most original, the most sexiest, and couples costumes
Admission: Free
Information: Click here for the event Facebook page!
WITCH WAY TO CANDY (TRICK-OR-TREATING EVENT)
When: Tuesday October 31st, 6PM-8PM
Where: Seminole Towne Center Mall 200 Towne Center Cir
What: Calling all princesses, ghosts, and goblins. Join us October 31st as we search high and low for the most tasty treats. Children ages 2-12 are invited to come trick-or-treating at all participating stores.
Please note, masks and weapons are not permitted.
Admission: Free
Information: https://www.facebook.com/events/213155142484275/
Spooky Hollow Trick or Treat
When: Tuesday, October 31, 2016, 6pm-8pm
Where: Downtown Sanford
What:Join the City Of Sanford for a Frightfully good Time at Spooky Hallow Trick or Treat with our Downtown merchants on First Street and
Magnolia Square in Downtown Sanford.
Ages 12 and under are welcome!
Carnival Games, Prizes & Surprises!
Costume Contest by age groups starting at 7PM & 7:30PM in Magnolia Square.
Proudly Sponsored by: The City of Sanford Recreation Department
Admission: Ages 12 and under are FREE
Info: For more information call 407.688.5120 option 6 or visit www.Sanfordfl.gov
Trunk or Treat at Lifeway Church
When: Tuesday October 31st, 6PM-8PM
Where: Lifeway Church 2462 S Park Ave
What: You will find friendly smiles, decorated car trunks, bounce houses, FREE food and lots of CANDY. Come and fill your bag with tons of candy from tons of car trunks filled with goodies. It’s like going to 50 houses in 15 minutes. We are expecting a large crowd, so come early for less waiting. We are excited to host you and your family.
Admission: This event is FREE! Kids and Students 0-13 years old and their families may participate.
Info: http://www.lifeway.cc/trunk-treat/
Trunk or Treat at Action Church
When: Tuesday October 31st, 6:30PM-8:30PM
Where: Action Church 650 E Airport Blvd.
What: Looking for something SAFE, FUN, & FREE for your family this Halloween in the Sanford area?? Then you don’t want to miss out on this incredible event! Action Church Sanford welcomes you to come join us for free food, candy, hayride, bounce house and fun activities.See you there!
Admission: This event is FREE!
Info: (407) 965-2331
Halloween Party at MMA
When: October 31st
Where: Seminole Towne Center 200 Towne Center Cir.
What: Monster Martial Arts will be hosting a halloween party the same night as Mall-o-ween from 6pm-8pm. They will be giving out candy, treats and goody bags. It will be an open night so more than just members of the karate school will be allowed to attend. They will have games and costume contests planned for the evening as well as prizes for the winners. Customers are encouraged to trick-or-treat around the mall and join the party when finished. We will be providing a fun and down to earth atmosphere where everyone can enjoy themselves.
Admission: Free!
Info: Call 407.871.2361 with additional questions.
Little Fish Huge Pond’s Halloween Party!
When: Friday, October 31st, 8PM
Where: Little Fish Huge Pond 401 S Sanford Ave
What: Halloween Party
Admission: Free
Info: (407) 221-1499
Peaky Blinders Ragtime Halloween Party
When: Friday, October 31st, 8PM
Where: The Stranded Sailor 418 Sanford Ave Sanford
What: Come into the Pub on Halloween dressed in your best, it’s a Peaky Blinders themed party! Gangsters, flappers, gypsies, and more welcome! Live Ragtime music by the Celery City Syncopators! Drink specials and Oysters on the half shell!
Admission: Free
Info: Facebook Event Page