TAMPA, Fla. — Already in the middle of October, the fall season is fully raging on in Florida — so we made a list of events happening across the Tampa Bay area for people to enjoy the full autumn vibes.
Whether it be pumpkin patches, outdoor events with music or haunted farms, there is something for everyone of all ages to enjoy this year.
Here's a breakdown of some upcoming fall events and activities across Tampa Bay.
This festival, hosted by the Carolwood Village HOAs, is a harvest-themed, family-friendly outdoor event free to the public.
There will be live music, food trucks, artisan vendors, pumpkin painting, bounce houses, games and more.
Price: Free
Time/Date: 10 a.m. to 5 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 21
Location: Carrollwood Cultural Center, located at 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL
Fall Pumpkin Festival/Haunted Farm
This event will be kid-friendly all day until the clock strikes 6 p.m. and it becomes a bit spooky.
There will be a goblin market, cows to feed, axe throwing, pumpkin painting, an inflatable maze, hayrides, a haunted park, a bounce pillow, live entertainment and much more.
Price: $16.95-$19.95
Time/Date: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 20. (With additional dates on Oct. 14-15 and Oct. 21.)
Location: Rapranger Family Farm, located at 16907 Boy Scout Road, Odessa, FL
Bay Hope Church will be hosting a community event to bring people out for trunk or treat, crafts, food trucks and hay rides.
Anyone who brings a gift card or frozen turkey for Metropolitan Ministries will get a sweet treat from the church.
Price: Free
Time/Date: 4-7 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 22
Location: Lakeshore Campus, located at 17030 Lakeshore Road, Lutz, FL
The popular 3 Daughters Brewing is bringing back its Fall Fest Fundraiser for the sixth year in a row. This event helps to "prevent and alleviate homelessness, low-income, and at-risk situation in Pinellas County," company leaders explain online.
All proceeds from the fundraiser will support 3 Daughters Brewing's Pop-Up Pantry initiative to "bridge the physical, financial, and educational gap to food and nutrition."
The event features activities like:
- Pumpkin Painting
- Open-air market with vendors
- Raffle Prizes & Silent Auction
- Live Music
- Food Trucks
- Fall Photo Booth
- Bounce Houses
- Fall Games and Contests
- Hair Braiding
- Face Paint
Price: Adults are $25 and kids are $15
Time/Date: Noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 21
Location: 3 Daughters Brewing, located at 222 22nd St S, St. Petersburg, FL
Honeymoon Island's Fall Fest
Have you ever celebrated fall at the beach? Well, now you can!
People are invited out to Honeymoon Island State Park where they can enjoy different activities, fun experiences, nature exhibits and an arts and crafts show.
Price: $4-$8, the festival is free with park admission
Time/Date: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 21-22
Location: Honeymoon Island State Park, 1 Causeway Blvd., Dunedin, FL
If you're looking for a riverfront pumpkin patch and some festive autumn treats, Armature Works in Tampa is the place to go.
This large event at the Tampa hot spot will span over two weekends and feature activities for the whole family including bounce houses, face painting, live entertainment, a pumpkin patch, holiday-inspired treats, a petting zoo and more.
"Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to our food drive and enter the raffle for a chance to win a $100 Armature Works gift card and basket," event leaders wrote online. "Each can donated will count as an entry into our raffle, spanning both weekends."
Price: Free (Some children's activities will require tickets to be purchased. Parking will be $20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Time/Date: Noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 14-15 and Oct. 21.
Location: Honeymoon Island State Park, located at 1 Causeway Blvd., Dunedin, FL
People searching for the perfect spot to take a picture in a pumpkin patch can try out St. Pete Pier.
Walking along a field full of vibrant pumpkins, anyone can pick their favorite and buy it.
"Don't forget to bring your camera—between the golden haystacks, rustic truck, and scenic pumpkin displays, there's a picture-perfect moment waiting at every corner," event leaders wrote online.
Price: Free (Price of pumpkins vary)
Time/Date: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14 and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 15.
Location: St. Pete Pier, located at 600 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL
