|
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...
|
The City of Coral Gables is casting a festive spell this Halloween season, with wickedly fun events happening now through Saturday, Nov. 1.
“We welcome everyone to Coral Gables this October for a season full of Halloween fun,” Mayor Vince Lago said. “What I love most about this time of year is seeing our community come together in such a fun and spirited way. Families, neighbors and visitors all get to experience the creativity, joy and tradition that make our city so special. We take a lot of pride in offering events that are festive and inclusive.”
Event Highlights
Friday, Oct. 24, AAC Halloween Spooktacular 2025, 1-4 p.m.:
Join the fun at the Adult Activity Center’s (AAC), 2 Andalusia Ave., Spooktacular Halloween Bash with tasty treats, thrilling tunes and some wicked fun. There will be gastronomic creations, bodacious libations and spooky tunes for all to do the monster mash.
Learn more at coralgables.com/spookyaac.
Saturday, Oct. 25, Gentle Trick or Treat, 1-3 p.m.:
A special Halloween event designed for families with children who may have sensory needs, located at Ruth Bryan Owen Waterway Park. Enjoy Trick-or-Treating, photo ops, storybook walks and more in a calm, quiet setting.
Learn more at coralgables.com/events/gentle-trick-or-treat.
Saturday, Oct. 25, Trick-or-Treat on the Mile, 2-6 p.m.:
Miracle Mile will transform into a Halloween haven for the city’s “Trick-or-Treat on the Mile” event. Families are encouraged to come in costume and participate in an array of activities, including face painting, balloon artistry, book readings and a magic show. Participating businesses along Miracle Mile will hand out candy to eager trick-or- treaters.
Schedule (subject to change).
2 p.m. – Shrek the Musical at Actors’ Playhouse, 280 Miracle Mile.
3 p.m. – Trick-or-Treat at participating businesses marked with balloons, while supplies last.
3:30 p.m. – Spooktakular Performance by the Actors’ Playhouse Musical Miracles, 280 Miracle Mile.
4:30 p.m. – Actors’ Playhouse Kiddie Costume Parade, 280 Miracle Mile.
5 p.m. – Spooky Children’s Story Hour at Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave.
Learn more: coralgables.com/events/trickortreat
Sunday, Oct. 26, Pumpkin Float at the Country Club, 6-8 p.m.:
Join in for a family event where creativity takes center stage. Carve pumpkins, enjoy spooky snacks and watch Jack-o-lanterns float in the pool. There will be contests for the scariest, most creative and cutest pumpkin carvings.
Learn more at coralgables.com/events/pumpkin-float-country-club.
Wednesday, Oct. 29, Howl-O-Ween Pawrade, 5:30-8:30 p.m.:
Coral Gables Woman’s Club invites you to celebrate your furry friends this Halloween. Bring your beloved pups to the inaugural annual dog costume parade or find one to adopt.
Learn more at coralgables.com/events/howl-o-ween-pawrade.
Friday, Oct. 31: Nightmare on 405 Haunted House, 6:30-9:30 p.m.:
For those seeking spine-tingling thrills, the Nightmare on 405 at the War Memorial Youth Center is sure to leave you shaking. Navigate through the eerie, haunted gym if you dare. Just remember, this event is not for the faint of heart.
Learn more at coralgables.com/events/nightmare-on-405
Friday, Oct. 31, Drink-or-Treat, 6 p.m.:
Celebrate Halloween night in Downtown Coral Gables. Participating restaurants across the downtown Gables will be serving spooky cocktails, festive bites and exclusive happy hour specials. Gather your friends, dress in costume and set out on a self-led crawl to discover delicious tricks and treats at each stop.
Learn more at coralgables.com/events/drink-or-treat
Saturday, Nov. 1, Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead, 5-10 p.m.:
For a dash of cultural magic, join the Day of the Dead Celebration at Ponce Circle Park, presented by the Consulate of Mexico. This event will feature traditional Mexican performances, vibrant music and dance, and authentic food.
The Coral Gables Trolley will run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., making it easy to get around, and Freebee service also will be available for extra convenience. For more information on parking, visit coralgables.com/department/parking-and-mobility-services.
ABOUT US:
For more Miami community news, look no further than Miami Community Newspapers. This Miami online group of newspapers covers a variety of topics about the local community and beyond. Miami’s Community Newspapers offers daily news, online resources, podcasts and other multimedia content to keep readers informed. With topics ranging from local news to community events, Miami’s Community Newspapers is the ideal source for staying up to date with the latest news and happenings in the area.
This family-owned media company publishes more than a dozen neighborhood publications, magazines, special sections on their websites, newsletters, as well as distributing them in print throughout Miami Dade County from Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Brickell, Coconut Grove, Pinecrest, South Miami, Kendall, Palmetto Bay, Cutler Bay and Homestead. Each online publication and print editions provide comprehensive coverage of local news, events, business updates, lifestyle features, and local initiatives within its respective community.
Additionally, the newspaper has exclusive Miami community podcasts, providing listeners with an in-depth look into Miami’s culture. Whether you’re looking for local Miami news, or podcasts, Miami’s Community Newspapers has you covered. For more information, be sure to check out: https://communitynewspapers.com.
If you have any questions, feel free to email Michael@communitynewspapers.com or Grant@communitynewspapers.com.
