Idk why but I keep thinking Halloween in this week. Anywho, here’s a short list of Halloween 2024 events in Tampa and Orlando:

Armature Works Enjoy a lively riverfront pumpkin patch and festive treats plus a bounce house, petting zoo, and a mini fall market. 10/26-10/27 noon-5 p.m. 1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa. armatureworks.com.

Boxi Park A week’s worth of events leads up to a Halloween-themed glow party. 10/24-10/31 Free-$7. 6877 Tavistock Lakes Blvd., Orlando, (407) 536-9666. boxiparklakenona.com.

Cafe Tu Tu Tango A spooky night of painting Jack-O-Lanterns with artist Gabriella Shepard and sipping on your favorite drinks. $65. 8625 International Dr., Orlando, (407) 248-2222. eventbrite.com.

Hotel Haya The Ybor City hotel offers a plethora of spooky Halloween events and activities for locals and tourists including a Ghost Tour, a Halloween inspired magic show with mentalist Joshua Seth, Halloween DJ party with Lolo Mayhew, and Tarot + Tea with The Florida Witch. 10/30-10/31. 1412 E 7th Ave., Tampa, (813) 462-9515. hotelhaya.com. 

Independent Bar & Cafe Bring the kiddos, creativity and join the fun. Top 3 pumpkins win a prize and all supplies are included. $10-15. 10/29 at 5 p.m. 5016 N Florida Ave., Tampa, (813) 341-4883. eventbrite.com.

Kona Grill Enjoy spooky festive cocktails with names like The Green Intensity, The Black Widow, and The Poisoned Apple until 11/2 (same cocktails are available at STK also). A portion of the proceeds from each cocktail benefits Breast Cancer research orgs. Multiple locations. konagrill.com.

La Setima A spooky night filled with performances by Aquariius and Paraless covering your favorite Paramore songs. Nov. 1 at 8 p.m. 815 E 7th Ave., Tampa, (813) 373-5911. eventbrite.com.

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill The Mexican restaurant hosts a Taco or Treat Fiesta for the babies with a costume contest, pumpkin and face painting, candy, and live music by DJ Chino. Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree. 10/26-10/27 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Multiple locations. limefreshmexicangrill.com.

Main Street Safety Harbor Plan your Ghouls Night Out with many Safety Harbor merchants will be open late and enjoy dinner, drinks and extra shopping hours. 10/23 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. 126 3rd Ave., Safety Harbor. Facebook.com.

Miss Jenn’s Cookies This beginner friendly cookie decorating class takes you step by step to make Halloween themed cookies. $55. 10/27 3 p.m. 4207 Oklahoma Ave., Tampa. @missjennscookies on Facebook. 

PubCrawls Celebrate Halloween with an unforgettable night at a Halloween Bar Crawl. Dress in your spookiest and explore the best bars and pubs. 10/31 5 p.m.-11 p.m. $14.99-19.99. Multiple locations. pubcrawls.com.

Rona’s Cookies and More LLC Mark your calendars for their spooktacular Halloween pop-up at Yoyo’s Pinchos featuring a variety of cookies, cakes, and more. 10/26 2 p.m.-5 p.m. 7011 W Waters Ave., Tampa. @ronascookie on Facebook.

Tampa Riverwalk Trick or treat along the Riverwalk at over 50 treat stations and enjoy fun activities for the whole family. 10/26 4 p.m.-7 p.m. thetampariverwalk.com.

The Grand Central District Central Ave. transforms into a SPOOKtacular car-free, family-friendly event so get ready to bike, walk, scoot or SunRun to the biggest Halloween event in town. 10/27 noon-5 p.m. Multiple locations. grandcentraldistrict.org.

The Karol Hotel Step into a night of elegance and intrigue at this year’s Masquerade Ball 2024. Prepare for an enchanting evening filled with mystery, glamour, and excitement. $100. 10/26 7 p.m.-midnight. 2675 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater, (727) 273-7850. eventbrite.com.

Visit Orlando You’re in for a bewitching Halloween in Orlando with thrills, chills, tricks and treats for all ages. Multiple locations. visitorlando.com.

Yacht StarShip A spooky night with a 2.5-hour cruise along the Tampa Bay waterways featuring DJs spinning hits across multiple level. Show off your best costume on the top deck for a chance to win their costume contest and enjoy drinks from the bar and bites from the Yacht Cafe in The Wine Room. $40. 10/ 25 10 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 603 Channelside Dr., Tampa, (813) 223-7999. yachtstarship.com.

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