Halloween Happenings on 30A
Halloween on 30A brings a perfect blend of coastal charm and spooky fun, making it a unique way to celebrate the holiday. From family-friendly trick-or-treating events and costume parades to lively parties for adults, there’s something for everyone along 30A. Halloween on 30A offers a one-of-a-kind mix of sand, sea, and seasonal spirit.
30A Halloween Events 2025
Thursday: October 23, 2025
Alys Beach Trick-or-Teat @ 4:00 PM
The Merchants of Alys Beach will host their annual trick-or-treat celebration at the Alys Beach Town Center from 4:00-6:00 pm. Costumes are encouraged.
Saturday: October 25, 2025
Seaside Halloweener Derby & Costume Contest @ 10:00 AM
This might be the cutest costume contest on 30A, so don't miss out! Seaside's popular Halloweener Derby & Costume Contest is back at Seaside Amphitheater. The festivities will start at 10:00 am. Registration for the race will be posted soon.
HarborWalk Village Halloween Spectacular @ 3:00 PM
Head to HarborWalk Village for a Halloween celebration to remember! The fun begins with a "Fang-tastic" Fall festival, which includes a scavenger hunt, carnival games, a foam pit, and trick-or-treating. At 6:00 PM, the family-friendly costume contest will be underway, with winners collecting boo-tiful prizes. Afterwards, everyone's invited to hit the dance floor and dance the night away.
Monstrous Halloween Celebration at Rosemary Beach @ 10:00 AM
Trick or treat throughout the Town Center in Rosemary Beach at the Monstrous Halloween Celebration. Bring the kids all dressed up and ready for candy and stick around to tour the haunted cemetery… if you dare!
Thursday: October 30, 2025
Barktoberfest at Grand Boulevard @ 4:30 PM
The 10th annual Barktoberfest, a 30A Halloween favorite, is free and open to the public. The “pawty” includes canine trick or treat, gourmet bites from JC’s Gourmet, and Oktoberfest-inspired craft brews. Live music, raffle drawings, a pet photo booth, and fun prizes will be available, too! Guests and their pets can dress up in costume for a small donation of $15 in advance or $20 day-of. You might even win the best “Pet & Parent Matching Costume” Contest. Winners will be announced at 6:15 PM. No prong or shock collars will be allowed.
AJ's Grayton Beach Halloween Karaoke Night @ 9:00 PM
AJ's in Grayton Beach wants to see your best costumes! Grab your friends and enjoy a night of spooktacular singing and frightful festivities. Come in costume and skip the cover charge! There will be drink specials, and you must be 21+ to enter.
Friday: October 31, 2025
Halloween Bash at The Big Chill @ 5:00 PM
Enjoy trick or treating through The Big Chill, followed by a DJ dance party on the stage. From 5:00-6:00 pm, kids can hit the trick-or-treat trail and collect candy from the shops at The Big Chill (be sure to bring something to hold your candy!) Afterwards, get creative with pumpkin crafts with Katlyn from Uniquely Clever Art. Paint a pumpkin how you like it and take it home! Fees will apply for this activity. Then, the night ends with a DJ dance party with DJ Dan Davis.
Witches of South Walton Charity Ride @ 6:45 AM
The Witches of South Walton will be riding in their Annual Witch Ride to support the mission of the Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN). Wear your best witch costume and decorate your bike for your morning flight. Takeoff begins at 6:45 am, starting at Gulf Place and ending at Butler Elementary. After the ride, join the coven for brunch at Shelby's Beach Bar and Grill. Enjoy raffle prizes, music, dancing, a silent auction, and awards for best-dressed witch and best-decorated broom. Registration starts at $40, and the raffle tickets are $5. All proceeds benefit the Children’s Volunteer Health Network in Walton and Okaloosa County.
Register and get the full details at www.witchesofsouthwalton.com.
Trick or Treat Seaside @ 4:00 PM
Travel from store to store, collecting candy and treats from the Seaside merchants on Halloween, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. The event is free and open to the public. This year, take a trip to Emerald City with Seaside's Wizard of Oz theme. After trick-or-treating, you're invited to Seaside Amphitheater at 7:00 PM for a special outdoor screening of The Wizard of Oz. Costumes are encouraged for everyone (yes, the adults, too)!
Halloween on the BOOlevard at Grand Boulevard @ 5:00 PM
Bring the whole family – kids and dogs included - to Halloween on the BOOlevard. The event is free and open to the public. Come dressed up and enjoy trick-or-treating in a safe, family-friendly environment, collecting candy from participating stores on the Grand Boulevard.
Trick or Treat Street at Baytowne Wharf @ 6:00 PM
Trick or treat through the Village streets and collect candy from the merchants of Baytowne Wharf. The event is free and open to the public. Dance on the stage as the DJ plays terrifying tunes and wrap up the night with a spooky fireworks show over the lagoon.