Family event
Boo at the Zoo
Naples, FL
Daytime Halloween weekends at the zoo with movie-themed scenes, costumed characters and trick-or-treat stations for young children, plus a pirate-themed boat ride.
- When
- Oct 10–12, 17–19 and 24–26, 2026
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Halloween for Kids Near Sarasota / Bradenton / Fort Myers / Naples 2026
11 kid-friendly Halloween events near Sarasota / Bradenton / Fort Myers / Naples with 2026 dates confirmed on their official sites, across 5 towns. The earliest to open is Lights at Spooky Point, on October 1. Every one is suggested for all ages and rated no more than 2 of 5 ghosts on our scare scale. 4 list free admission.
Family event
Boo! at The Bay
Sarasota, FL
A free not-so-scary evening in the bayfront park with trick-or-treating, pumpkin picking and decorating, yard games and a family movie outdoors.
- When
- Sat Oct 17, 2026
- Hours
- 5pm–7:45pm
- Price
- Free
Family event
Halloween Spooktacular
Naples, FL
The children's museum hosts timed costume sessions with trick-or-treating, Halloween crafts and games throughout the exhibits.
- When
- Sat Oct 17, 2026
- Hours
- Sessions 10am–12pm, 1pm–3pm, 4pm–6pm
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Halloween at The Ringling
Sarasota, FL
Costumed trick-or-treating on the art museum's loggia with a lantern-lit labyrinth in the courtyard; the earliest hour is suggested for the littlest visitors.
- When
- Sat Oct 31, 2026
- Hours
- 4pm–7pm
Family event
Lights at Spooky Point
Osprey, FL
A Halloween light trail through the wooded bayfront grounds with glowing orchid-inspired displays, pumpkins and skeletons; mostly whimsical with a few mild jump scares after dark.
- When
- Nightly Oct 1–31, 2026 (closed Oct 13)
- Hours
- Entry at 6:30pm or 7:45pm; ends 9pm
- Price
- $34 adults, $19 ages 5–17, under 5 free
Family event
Selby Spooktacular
Sarasota, FL
A morning for young kids in costume at the downtown gardens, with spooky stories, craft tables and trick-or-treating along the paths.
- When
- Sun Oct 25, 2026
- Hours
- 10am–1pm
Family event
Trick or Treat on the Lake
Sarasota, FL
A lakeside candy trail of decorated community booths on Regatta Island, with a play area for little ones, Halloween storytelling and live music.
- When
- Tue Oct 27, 2026
- Hours
- 4:30pm–7:30pm
Family event
Trunk or Treat & Halloween Movie
Cape Coral, FL
The city's free Halloween night on the City Hall lawn, with decorated trunks handing out candy, inflatables, a trackless train, a drone show, a costume contest and a movie.
- When
- Fri Oct 23, 2026
- Hours
- From 5pm (ages 5 and under); all ages from 6pm
- Price
- Free
Fall festival
BooFest on Main Street
Lakewood Ranch, FL
A free evening street party where kids trick-or-treat at vendor and merchant booths, with a kids zone, face painting, inflatables and live bands.
- When
- Fri Oct 30, 2026
- Hours
- 6pm–9pm
- Price
- Free
Fall festival
Fright Night on St. Armands Circle
Sarasota, FL
The shopping circle's merchants host a Halloween evening of storefront trick-or-treating, decorations and costumed characters.
- When
- Sat Oct 31, 2026
- Hours
- 5:30pm–8pm
- Price
- Free
Fall festival
UTC Fall Carnival
Sarasota, FL
A four-day fall carnival at the mall with rides, games, food trucks and crafts over Halloween weekend.
- When
- Oct 29–Nov 1, 2026
Quick Answers
What kid-friendly Halloween events are open near Sarasota / Bradenton / Fort Myers / Naples in 2026?
Boo at the Zoo, Boo! at The Bay, BooFest on Main Street, Fright Night on St. Armands Circle, Halloween Spooktacular, Halloween at The Ringling, and 5 more. Each has its 2026 dates, hours and prices on its own page.
When do kid-friendly Halloween events open near Sarasota / Bradenton / Fort Myers / Naples in 2026?
The earliest in this guide is Lights at Spooky Point on October 1, 2026.
What Halloween events near Sarasota / Bradenton / Fort Myers / Naples are not scary at all for little kids?
Boo at the Zoo, BooFest on Main Street, Fright Night on St. Armands Circle, Halloween Spooktacular, Halloween at The Ringling, Lights at Spooky Point, and 3 more are rated 1 of 5 ghosts: not scary.
Are there free kid-friendly Halloween events near Sarasota / Bradenton / Fort Myers / Naples?
Yes: Boo! at The Bay, BooFest on Main Street, Fright Night on St. Armands Circle and Trunk or Treat & Halloween Movie list free admission on the official site.
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