There Is A Celebrity-Filled Horror Convention Coming To Tampa This Weekend
Spooky Season is officially here and there is a celebrity-filled horror convention coming to Tampa, Florida this weekend.
As soon as October 1st hits, we’re full speed ahead into Halloween mode. I have some friends that look forward to this season all year. As soon as November 1st hits, they already start thinking about their costumes for next year and hit the stores for some of that clearance decor. I even have a friend who keeps spooky decor up year-round saying that one month for Halloween just isn’t enough. I myself am a big fan of all the fall-themed events from haunted houses to corn mazes. And we can’t forget about those apple donuts from the pumpkin patch!
There Is a Celebrity-Filled Horror Convention Coming To Tampa This Weekend
If you’re a fan of all things Halloween, particularly horror, this weekend, the Florida State Fairgrounds is where you’ll want to be. Spookala kicks off this Friday and the list of celebrities that will be in attendance is massive. Matthew Lillard, Kevin Smith, David Arquette, Skeet Ulrich, Fiona Dourif, Jamie Kennedy, Tom Arnold, Jason Mewes, Joey Lauren Adams and more. Musicians Scott Ian of Anthrax and Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills will be there. As will be influencer Lauren the Mortician, Steve Gonsalves and Dave Tango of Ghost Hunters, wrestlers Shotzi and Riley Osborne and more.
At the convention, not only can you meet these celebs, but there will be photo ops, live entertainment, vendors for shopping and more. Spookala runs this Friday 10/6-10/8.
Best Halloween Events In Southwest Florida
Fall is officially here and the stores are full of Halloween costumes, candy and décor. It’s a fun time of year. Do you like to dress up, like a good scare? Perhaps you just like to get out and enjoy some good old fashioned pumpkin carving. It is all possible in the coming weeks. To help you navigate, we’ve put together a list of the best Halloween events in Southwest Florida. Whether you live in Naples, Bonita Springs, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Port Charlotte or anywhere in between, there is something in close proximity.
Many activities, parties and celebrations were canceled last year due to such widespread damage from Hurricane Ian. Party goers are ready to make up for lost time and it appears there are lots of places and events to accommodate. Halloween is not just for the little kids. There are lots of things for the big kids to do too. Here you will find everything from hayrides to concerts. In addition, trivia nights, boat cruises, wine tastings, and everything in between.
There are pet friendly events as well as canine costume contests for Halloween in Southwest Florida. A few of them are listed below.
Some events have costume contests. Stay tuned for a separate rundown specifically for costume events. In the meantime, take not. Events are both inside and outside. Some could be affected by the weather. It is always a good idea to call ahead or check social media sites for updates if you have any doubts. Dress up. Get out. Halloween in Southwest Florida is going to be a lot of fun this year. Check out these events.
Rocky Horror Picture Show
This is a classic Halloween activity. The campy, interactive movie is playing several places during the month of October. One is at Arts Bonita. Here, the move is outdoors. The screening is Monday October 30th at 7pm. $15 includes prop bag
Also attend a screening at Lee County Alliance For The Arts on October 14th at dusk, gates open at 6pm. This movie is also outside on the lawn. Bring your own chairs and blankets but no coolers. $25 included prop bag.
Halloween In The Park
Put on by the City of Bonita Springs, this outdoor movie screening features “Casper.” Bring your chairs and blankets. Besides the movie there will be pumpkin decorating trick-or-treating, photo, food, entertainment and more. The park will be filled with spooky lights and fog too. the event is in and around Riverside Park on Saturday, October 21st from 5:30-9 p.m. More info here.
Springtime Farms Fall Festival and Haunted Nights
Springtime Farms is in North Fort Myers and their Fall Festival runs through October 29th. Here you will enjoy a pumpkin patch, hay rides, a petting zoo, and more. There is also a Haunted Maze, Haunted Trail, and Bird Aviary.
Hogwart's Halloween Family Concert
This night of music is presented by Gulf Coast Symphony at Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers. It’s not just about music. The lobby will be filled with entertainers and all kinds of magic before the show. October 29th, 1:00. More info here.
