Halloween Events in Tampa
🎃 City Guide · FL · 2026 Season
Looking for Halloween events in Tampa? We’ve rounded up 28 verified Halloween events across Tampa for the 2026 season — haunted houses, parties, pumpkin patches, parades, and family fun, each with dates, tickets, and directions.
Top Halloween Events in Tampa for 2026
Haunted House
A Nightmare on Franklin Street
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Tampa with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Haunted House
An Eerie Evening at the Tampa Bay Hotel
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Tampa's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Haunted Christmas
Bodysnatcher's Christmas Vacation
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Krampus-season scares in Tampa — haunted Christmas horror in December.
Zoo Event
Creatures of the Night at ZooTampa
FAMILY FRIENDLY TICKETED
A magical family Halloween night at the zoo — candy, lights, and animals.
Halloween Event
Creepy Crawlies in the Garden at Vista Gardens
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Tampa — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Haunted House
Ghosts of Tampa Theatre Tour
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Tampa's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Pumpkin Patch
Guppyween at The Florida Aquarium
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Pick the perfect pumpkin plus family attractions and fall photo ops in Tampa.
Parade
Halloween Spooktacular at Busch Gardens Tampa
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Tampa's signature Halloween street celebration, free for all ages.
Haunted House
Haunted Wharf at Sparkman Wharf
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Tampa with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Haunted House
Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Tampa's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Halloween Event
MOSI's Spooktacular Science
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Tampa — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Halloween Event
Malloween at Citrus Park Town Center
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Tampa's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
Halloween Party
Monster Mash Trick or Treat Skate
21+ ONLY TICKETED
Tampa's biggest Halloween party — costumes, DJs, and dancing till late.
Haunted House
Pirate Water Taxi Haunted River Tours
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Tampa's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Halloween Event
Riverwalk Trick-or-Treat
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Tampa — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Pumpkin Patch
Spooky Stroll with TRIBE Seminole Heights
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Tampa's go-to fall destination — pumpkins, kid zones, and autumn treats.
Haunted House
The Official Ybor City Ghost Tour
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Tampa with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Family Event
Toddler Not-So-Scary Rave at SkateWorld
FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE ENTRY
A family-friendly Halloween celebration in Tampa perfect for little ones.
Halloween Event
Trail of Treats at Rivercrest Park
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Tampa — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Haunted House
UNDead in the Water
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Tampa's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Pumpkin Patch
Watermelon Swim Fall Festival (South Tampa)
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Pick the perfect pumpkin plus family attractions and fall photo ops in Tampa.
Ghost Tour
Ybor City Ghost Walk
12+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Haunted history tour of Tampa: real legends, historic sites, spooky night stroll.
Haunted Christmas
Ybor Krampus Crawl
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Krampus-season scares in Tampa — haunted Christmas horror in December.
Halloween Event
A Night at the Museum at Tampa Bay History Center
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Tampa's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
Halloween Event
Halloween Trick or Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Tampa — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Haunted Christmas
Krampusnacht at Jug & Bottle Dept.
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Dark holiday frights in Tampa: Krampus, twisted Christmas, winter horror.
Market
Tampa Halloween Fest at Westshore Plaza
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Shop local makers for Halloween goods, costumes, and decor in Tampa.
Bar Crawl
Tampa Official Halloween Bar Crawl
21+ ONLY TICKETED
Bar-hop through Tampa in costume with drink specials all night.
💡 Local Tips for Halloween in Tampa
🎃 🎃 Book haunts on weeknights — Friday and Saturday crowds in Tampa are intense; Sunday–Thursday means shorter lines and often cheaper tickets.
🎃 🎃 Check dates before you drive — most Tampa Halloween events run select nights only; confirm the 2026 schedule on the event page first.
🎃 🎃 Layer up — October evenings in Tampa cool off fast; a jacket over your costume beats shivering in line.
🎃 🎃 Plan parking early — popular Tampa venues fill their lots by 8 PM on October weekends; rideshare or arrive early.
❓ Tampa Halloween FAQ
What are the best Halloween events in Tampa for 2026?
The top picks for 2026 include A Nightmare on Franklin Street, An Eerie Evening at the Tampa Bay Hotel, Bodysnatcher's Christmas Vacation. Browse the full list above — every event includes dates, tickets, and directions.
When is trick-or-treat in Tampa in 2026?
Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, 2026, and most Tampa neighborhoods trick-or-treat that evening, roughly 6–9 PM. Check your city's official page for any local guidance.
Where can I find Tampa Halloween events near me?
Right here — this guide lists 28 verified Halloween events across Tampa for the 2026 season, each with full details, updated as organizers announce schedules.
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