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How to Celebrate Halloween 2024 on 30A: A Guide to Spooky Fun & Festivities
Frightfully fun!
Get ready for another spooktacular Halloween on 30A! This year’s lineup is packed with haunted happenings for ghosts and ghouls of all ages. From family-friendly trick-or-treating and doggie costume contests to thrilling late-night parties, there’s something for everyone along the coast.
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With your Halloween gear ready, let’s dive into a frightfully fun week of events, complete with live music, pumpkin crafts, spooky movies, and so much more.
1. Spooky Stories & Craft Time at The Big Chill!
Gather the little ghouls and goblins for a Halloween-themed storytime at The Big Chill, hosted by Walton County Library. On Friday, October 25, from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., enjoy festive tales and get creative with a fun Halloween-themed craft. It’s the perfect way to kick off a spooky weekend with family-friendly fun!
Library Outreach Halloween Party Storytime! / Friday, October 25, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. @ The Big Chill
2. Alys Beach Fall Festival & Spooky Movie Night!
Celebrate Halloween in style at the Alys Beach Amphitheatre with an evening full of festive fun! The Fall Festival kicks off at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 25, featuring family-friendly activities like fall crafts, face painting, a photo booth, and live tunes from Huck & Lilly. As the sun sets, cozy up with blankets and enjoy a special screening of the classic film Casper at 6:30 p.m. under the stars. Don’t forget to Trick or Treat with the Merchants of Alys—costumes are encouraged for all!
Fall Festival: Halloween Special / Friday, October 25, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. @ Alys Beach Amphitheatre
3. Shades Halloween Party: Costume Contest & DJ Kilo!
Get ready for a thrilling night at Shades Bar & Grill’s annual Halloween Party on Friday, October 25, starting at 9 p.m.! Enjoy high-energy spooky beats from DJ Kilo and enter the ultimate costume contest with exciting prizes. Categories include Best Duo/Group, Creepiest, Funniest, and Best Overall, so bring your A-game and join the fun.
Shades Halloween Party / Friday, October 25, 2024, from 9 p.m. @ Shades Bar & Grill
4. Halloween Party & Costume Contest at Down Island
Celebrate spooky season early at Down Island Gulf Seafood Restaurant’s second annual Halloween Party and Costume Contest on Friday, October 25, from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.! Enjoy live music from Killer Robot Army and take advantage of reverse happy hour specials, including $5 well drinks, $1 off beers, and $2 off wine by the glass. Dress to impress for the costume contest, where the best costume wins a $50 gift card—announced at 1 a.m.
Halloween Party and Costume Contest /Friday, October 25, 2024, from 10 p.m. onwards @ Down Island Gulf Seafood Restaurant
5. 14th Annual Halloweener Derby & Costume Contest in Seaside
Don’t miss the excitement at the 14th Annual Halloweener Derby on Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Seaside Lyceum Lawn! Watch as dachshunds dash to the finish line in this fan-favorite race, and enjoy the ever-adorable costume contest. It’s a morning of fun, laughter, and fast pups! Stay tuned for registration details, and keep an eye on social media for updates. Please click here to register for this year’s Halloweener Derby Registrations. (Open to Dachshunds Only). Please click here to register for this year’s Dog Costume Contest. (Open to ALL Dog Breeds).
14th Annual Halloweener Derby / Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. @ Seaside Lyceum Lawn
6. Monstrous Mayhem at Rosemary Beach
Join the ultimate Halloween celebration at Rosemary Beach’s Monstrous Halloween Bash on Saturday, October 26, 2024! Trick-or-treat from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., then head to the East Long Green from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. for a fun-filled afternoon of costume contests, pumpkin decorating, a haunted cemetery, and more. Enjoy a photo booth, games, prizes, music, and sweet treats, perfect for families and Halloween enthusiasts alike!
Monstrous Halloween Bash /Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. @ Rosemary Beach
7. Ghostly Good Times at Kids Fall Festival
Join the Halloween-inspired fun at North Beach Social’s Kids Fall Festival on Saturday, October 26! From 1-4 p.m., kids can enjoy face painting, crafts, and games to win raffle tickets, followed by live music from The Kennedys. Gather around for a spooky bonfire (weather permitting) and end the evening with a family-friendly screening of Hotel Transylvania at 6:30 p.m. With ghosts and ghouls, crafts, and games, it’s sure to be a day filled with spooky fun for the whole family!
Kids Fall Festival / Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 12 p.m. onwards @ North Beach Social
8. Blood Moon Night: Rooftop Halloween Extravaganza
Step into an evening of mystery and glamour at the Annual Halloween Party, “Blood Moon Night,” on October 26 from 6–11 p.m. at Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge. Dress in your spookiest or most elegant costume for a chance to win amazing prizes while enjoying Halloween cocktails, savory treats, and DJ-spun beats under the night sky. With no entry fee and exclusive room rates for guests, it’s the perfect opportunity to make this hauntingly chic night unforgettable. Reserve group packages by contacting Layne Glendinning at [email protected].
Annual Halloween Party “Blood Moon Night” / Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 6 p.m. – 11 p.m. @ Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge
9. Annual Boo Bash with DJ Michael Disciple
Prepare for a ghoulishly good time at the Annual Boo Bash at Louis Louis on Saturday, October 26! Starting at 9 p.m., DJ Michael Disciple will spin haunting beats all night long. Come dressed in your spookiest attire to compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place individual prizes, plus a prize for the best group costume. It’s sure to be a thrilling night of dancing and Halloween fun!
Annual Boo Bash w/ DJ Michael Disciple / Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 9 p.m. @ Louis Louis
10. The Village of Frights at Bootowne Wharf
Prepare for a spooky stroll through The Village of Bootowne Wharf, happening Tuesday through Thursday, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. This haunting transformation of Baytowne Wharf features a Haunted Courtyard for the brave, and the graveyard at Baytowne Adventure Zone offers thrills for all ages. Explore the eerie streets and capture some spooky memories. It’s a frightfully delightful event for the whole family.
The Village of Bootowne Wharf / Tuesday, October 29, to Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. @ The Village of Baytowne Wharf
11. Monster Mash Murder Mystery Dinner: A Night of Spooky Intrigue
Join the iconic monsters for a thrilling night of mystery and fun at the Monster Mash Murder Mystery Dinner on October 30, 2024, at Watersound Village Market. In celebration of Frankenstein’s 201st birthday, this immersive experience features a three-course dinner and an interactive mystery, brought to life by Improbable Cause Mystery Theatre. Don’t miss out on this ghoulish event—tickets are $95 per person. Reserve your spot today for an unforgettable evening of festive fun!
Monster Mash Murder Mystery Dinner / Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 6:30 p.m. @ Village Market at Watersound
12. Witches of South Walton Charity Ride: Spooky Fun for a Cause
The 21st Annual Witches of South Walton Charity Ride kicks off on October 31 at Gulf Place! Join the witches as they decorate bikes, don their witchiest costumes, and ride to support the Children’s Volunteer Health Network. The ride begins at 7:00 a.m., with brunch, raffles, and prizes for best costume and bike decor at Shelby’s Beach Bar afterward. To join the fun and support a great cause, register at Register.WitchRide.com.
Witches of South Walton Charity Ride / Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 7 a.m. @ Gulf Place
13. Haunted Trunks & Bouncing Fun
Get ready for a spooktacular morning at the Coastal Branch Library’s annual Halloween Trunk or Treat on Thursday, October 31, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Dress in your best Halloween costume and enjoy visiting creatively decorated car trunks filled with treats. After trunk or treating, join the fun on the front lawn with a bounce house for some extra thrills! This family-friendly event promises fun for all ages, and no registration is required.
Coastal Halloween Trunk or Treat / Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. @ Coastal Branch Library
14. Halloween on the BOOlevard: Trick-or-Treat Fun!
Families are invited to enjoy a safe, pedestrian-friendly trick-or-treat experience at Grand Boulevard on October 31 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Dress up in your spookiest or cutest costumes and collect candy from participating stores and restaurants throughout the Town Center. It’s a great way to celebrate Halloween with little ones in a fun and festive environment!
Halloween on the BOOlevard / Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. @ Grand Boulevard
15. DinnerView with the Vampire: A Spooky Feast!
Join the coven at Farm & Fire Southern Pizzeria for an eerie Halloween night on October 31, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy a festive dining experience alongside vampires, complete with cocktail specials and tarot readings by Seis. After dinner, the night continues with a Halloween Nightfall Reception from 9 p.m. to midnight, featuring live music by Matt McCarty Band. Don your best spooky attire and enjoy a night filled with sinister sips, and music. (No cover, 21+).
Halloween: DinnerView with the Vampire / Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. @ Farm & Fire Southern Pizzeria
16. Seaside Trick or Treat Extravaganza
This Halloween, bring the family to Seaside for a fun-filled trick-or-treat adventure on Thursday, October 31, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Stroll through the charming town while your little ghosts and goblins gather treats from Seaside Merchants. Enjoy lively, spooky tunes spun by a DJ to keep the festive energy going. It’s the perfect family-friendly event to make lasting Halloween memories in the heart of Seaside. Plus, parking will be complimentary during the event.
Trick or Treat / Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. @ Seaside
17. DJ 30A Halloween Bash at North Beach Social
Celebrate Halloween night at North Beach Social with DJ 30A! On Thursday, October 31, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., come in your best costume for a chance to win cash prizes in the costume contest. Enjoy spooky drink specials, a photo booth, and cozy bonfires (weather permitting) while DJ 30A spins the best tunes. It’s a ghoulishly good time you won’t want to miss!
DJ 30A – Halloween Party! / Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. @ North Beach Social
18. Brewed Haunts & Halloween Revelry
Get ready for an evening filled with festive brews, ghoulishly good food, and haunting tunes that will keep you dancing all night long. Dress in your best Halloween costume for a chance to win exciting prizes! Enjoy limited-edition seasonal beers, Halloween-inspired cocktails, and gather your friends for a night of fun, frights, and unforgettable memories.
Halloween Party /Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. @ Idyll Hounds Brewery
19. Fright Night at the Iconic Red Bar
Celebrate Halloween at Grayton Beach’s iconic Red Bar on Thursday, October 31. The party kicks off at 8 p.m. with DJ Vladi bringing the beats, and a legendary costume contest offering a cash prize for the best outfit. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and local charm, this Halloween bash is the perfect spot for adults to enjoy a night of spooky fun. Don’t miss out on this lively tradition—bring your best costume and join the festivities!
Halloween Party / Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 8 p.m. @ Red Bar
20. Halloween: Nightfall Reception – A Dark Soirée
Embrace the Halloween spirit at Farm & Fire’s Nightfall Reception on Thursday, October 31, starting at 9 p.m. Step into the darkness with sinister cocktail specials, live music by the Matt McCarty Band, and tarot readings to reveal your fate. Vampires and creatures of the night are invited to don their most frightening attire for an evening of chilling fun. There is no cover charge, and the event is for ages 21+. Come if you dare!
Halloween: Nightfall Reception / Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 9 p.m. @ Farm & Fire Southern Pizzeria
21. Dia De Los Muertos Celebration: Live Music and Family Fun
Keep the Halloween vibes going with a Dia de los Muertos celebration at North Beach Social on Saturday, November 2. Enjoy Latin-inspired food and drinks while The Kennedys provide live music from 1-4 p.m. Kids can get crafty with fun activities, and don’t forget to capture the memories in the photo booth from 5-9 p.m. End the night with a screening of Coco at 6 p.m., a heartwarming tribute to family and tradition.
Dia De Los Muertos: Live music, Kids’ crafts & Movie Night / Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. @ North Beach Social
