Halloween Events 2025 on the Emerald Coast: Destin to 30A
October is a magical time along Florida’s Emerald Coast—cooler breezes, golden sunsets, and festive celebrations that bring our coastal towns to life. From family-friendly trick-or-treating to the famous Witch Ride on 30A, Halloween in Destin and 30A is full of fun for kids and adults alike. Here’s your complete guide to the best Halloween events 2025 in Destin, Sandestin, and 30A.
Destin Halloween Events 2025
Fall Festival – October 25
Kick off spooky season at Destin’s Fall Festival, filled with family-friendly games, activities, and costume contests.
Halloween Spooktacular & Carnival – October 25
Celebrate with rides, treats, and carnival fun for the whole family in the heart of Destin.
Gulf-Scarium – October 26, 9 AM–4:30 PM | Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, Okaloosa Island
A Halloween classic on the coast! Kids can trick-or-treat through themed stations, watch marine animal shows, and explore a spook-tacular scavenger hunt. Costumes encouraged!
Sandestin & Grand Boulevard Halloween Events 2025
Bark-toberfest – October 25, 4:30 PM | Grand Boulevard
Dress up your furry friends for this annual dog costume contest and festival. A favorite for pet lovers and families alike.
Halloween on the BOOlevard – October 31, 4 PM | Grand Boulevard
Spend Halloween night at Grand Boulevard with safe trick-or-treating, festive decorations, and fun photo opportunities for the whole family.
30A Halloween Events 2025
Wizard of Oz in Seaside
Central Square will be reimagined into a journey through Oz. Follow the Yellow Brick Road from 4:00 to 7:00 PM while you trick or treat! As 7 approaches, settle in the amphitheater for a special showing of The Wizard of Oz.
Witch Ride / Sunset Ride – October 24 | Grayton Beach & WaterColor
A 30A tradition! Hundreds of costumed “witches” take a charity bike ride along the coast, ending with a lively sunset celebration.
Kids’ Monstrous Halloween Bash – October 25 | Rosemary Beach Town Center
Families flock to Rosemary Beach for a festive bash full of games, candy stations, and costume contests in the Town Center.
Trick-or-Treating in the Town Center – October 23 | Alys Beach Amphitheatre
Alys Beach transforms into a magical Halloween town with trick-or-treating, live music, and festive fun in the amphitheatre.
Coastal Halloween Magic
From Destin’s family-friendly festivals to 30A’s beloved Witch Ride, the Emerald Coast knows how to celebrate Halloween in style. Whether you’re making memories with little ones or enjoying a lively night out, these Halloween events in Destin and 30A offer something for everyone.
At Coastal Abode, we believe life here is about more than beautiful homes—it’s about the community, celebrations, and everyday magic of coastal living. If you’re ready to make the Emerald Coast home, our team is here to help you find the perfect place.
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