Join us on Central Ave in Downtown St. Pete for Halloween Fun!

Returning this spooky season, Halloween On Central features costume contests, trick-or-treating and more at one of the largest street festivals in St. Pete! Transforming two business districts and 22 blocks of Central Avenue into a vibrant, family-friendly, car-free celebration. 

From 12:00 - 5:00pm on Sunday, October 25th, people can stroll and roll along Central Avenue for nearly two miles, from Dr. MLK Jr. (9th) Street to 31st Street. Trick-or-treaters and other festival-goers will be able to rediscover their favorite local businesses and explore the community without having to worry about car traffic. Be sure to bring your four-legged friend – dressed for the occasion, of course, so they can compete in the dog costume contest.

This is a free event to all! And the SunRunner Bus Rapid Transit, which connects St. Pete to St. Pete Beach, heading east along 1st Avenue South and west along 1st Avenue North, will be free on that day. 

Event Activities

  • Voodoo Vendor Village with more than 100 vendors
  • Strolling performers, DJs, entertainment and music
  • Family fun and games
  • Costumes everywhere!
  • Food truck hubs
  • Trick-or-treating and candy stops
  • Costume contests
  • Dance contests
  • Wiener dog races and dog costume contests at the Dog Bar

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Event Category

  • Annual Festivals & Events
  • Festivals
  • Kids

Guest Information

  • Family-Friendly
  • Free Admission
  • Outdoor Event

Event Dates

October 2026

  • Sunday, October 25, 2026 - 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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