Big Bend Halloween guide: Family fun and spooky music in Tallahassee

Verified October 2026 picks, with dates, admission details and organizer links

Tamara Patzer

Oct 9, 2026

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These Tallahassee picks pair an afternoon for children with evening stories and an outdoor symphony.

This is a curated selection for Oct. 9–31, 2026, rather than a complete event inventory.

Details checked Oct. 9. Times are local. Check the organizer’s page before traveling for weather changes, availability and current prices.

Artwork is an AI-generated editorial illustration, not a photograph of the listed venue.

Goodwood: Halloween Family Fun Day

When: Oct. 25, 3–5 p.m.

Where: Goodwood Museum & Gardens, 1600 Miccosukee Road, Tallahassee

Admission: Free.

Hayrides, crafts, face painting and stories make this a daytime Halloween outing.

Contact: 850-877-4202.

Goodwood: Halloween Family Fun Day — AI-generated editorial illustration; a concept image, not a photograph of this venue or event.

Goodwood Spirits: An evening for adults

When: Oct. 30, 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Where: Goodwood Museum & Gardens, Tallahassee

Admission: Ticketed; ages 21 and older.

Historic storytelling, actors, appetizers, beer and wine give this event a different mood from the family afternoon.

Contact: 850-877-4202.

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Symphony Spooktacular: An outdoor Halloween soundtrack

When: Oct. 30, 6–9 p.m.

Where: Adderley Amphitheater at Cascades Park, Tallahassee

Admission: Free general admission; optional paid VIP experience.

Tallahassee Symphony’s outdoor Halloween event brings music to Cascades Park. Check the organizer’s performance and seating instructions.

Contact: Use the organizer’s event page for current details.

Symphony Spooktacular: An outdoor Halloween soundtrack — AI-generated editorial illustration; a concept image, not a photograph of this venue or event.