Halloween plans not set in stone yet? Look no further. The month of October has already seen several fantastic community events to ring in the season, but ahead of the year’s most frighteningly fun weekend, Keys Weekly offers this roundup of options in town, most of which are suitable for costume aficionados young and old.
What: Boo Bash Costume Contest
When: Friday, Oct. 28, 7 p.m. (costume contest 8 p.m.)
Where: Havana Jack’s Oceanside Restaurant, 401 E Ocean Dr., Key Colony Beach
Details: Cool prizes and bragging rights are up for grabs at the 2022 Boo Bash Costume Contest! Come in your best costume and prepare for a night of spooky fun! All ages welcome. Proceeds go to benefit Presents in Paradise, which helps local working families provide Christmas to their kids. Live music, celebrity judges, and scary drink specials will combine to guarantee a frighteningly fun evening.
What: Kids Halloween Costume Run
When: Saturday, Oct. 29, 9 a.m.
Where: 1155 Bulevar del Palmas
Details: An annual kids’ Halloween costume run! The 1-mile run will take participants around the Sombrero Beach neighborhood. Wear a costume and enjoy prizes, treats and more.
What: Trick or Treat at Aquarium Encounters
When: Saturday, Oct. 29, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Aquarium Encounters, 11710 Overseas Hwy.
Details: Kids in costume will receive free admission to Aquarium Encounters and candy with a paying adult or member. Trick or treat at the exhibits at the aquarium! While supplies last.
What: 14th annual City of Marathon Employee Costume Contest
When: Monday, Oct. 31, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: City Hall, 9805 Overseas Hwy.
Details: Come see all the employee costumes and cast your votes. Cost is $1 per vote. All proceeds will be donated to Take Stock in Children.
What: Gulfside Village Trick or Treat
When: Monday, Oct. 31, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Gulfside Village, 5800 Overseas Hwy.
Details: Annual Trick or Treat Halloween party at Gulfside Village! Come enjoy the fun in the fresh outdoors. Candy donations are appreciated and can be dropped off at Flowers By J&J. Any business or organization that would like to set up a table may contact Flowers By J&J to reserve a spot. Call 305-743-5459 or email danielle@keysflowers.com.
What: Grassy Key Halloween
When: Monday, Oct. 31, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Grassy Key on Goodley, Gibson, Bailey and Morton St.
Details: Please join the Grassy Key community in passing out candy for trick or treaters! All are welcome.
What: Duck Key Golf Cart Caravan Trick or Treat
When: Monday, Oct. 31 at dusk
Where: Duck Key, starting and ending at Club Duck Key, 100 San Juan St.
Details: A golf cart caravan trick or treat journey! Approximately 20-24 homes marked with Halloween mylar balloons on their mailboxes are eager to provide candy for trick or treaters. A map is available on the Nextdoor app for Duck Key. Golf cart space is based on availability. For more information, contact Margie Casey at 305-783-3395.
What: Trick or Treating Behind the Airport
When: Monday, Oct. 31, starting at dark
Where: Neighborhood off Aviation Blvd. between Dolphin Dr. and Harbor Dr.
Details: Come join the fun for Marathon’s traditional behind-the-airport trick-or-treating! MCSO deputies will be controlling traffic in the area from 6 to 11 p.m. Please note that a one-way traffic pattern will be established according to the map shown here. Parking is prohibited on Aviation Boulevard, but ample parking is available on Gulfstream Boulevard.
