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Coral Gables, the place to be!
The City of Coral Gables is casting a festive spell this Halloween season, with wickedly fun events happening from Saturday, Oct. 18, 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:
Saturday, Oct.18: Pumpkin Patch 2025
- 2 to 6 p.m.: Get ready for an enchanting experience with hundreds of pumpkins in every shape and size! The annual Pumpkin Patch at Ponce Circle Park, will feature live music, pumpkin decorating, face painting and a mini harvest market. Plus, there are charming portrait areas perfect for those fall family photos. Don’t forget to grab some delicious food and drinks on-site!
Learn more: coralgables.com/events/coral-gables-pumpkin-patch
Friday, Oct. 24: AAC Halloween Spooktacular 2025
- 1 to 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: coralgables.com/spookyaac
Saturday, Oct. 25: Gentle Trick or Treat
- 1 to 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: coralgables.com/events/gentle-trick-or-treat
Saturday, Oct. 25: Trick-or-Treat on the Mile
- 2 to 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 to 8 p.m.: Join us 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: coralgables.com/events/pumpkin-float-country-club
Wednesday, Oct. 29: Howl-O-Ween Pawrade
- 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Coral Gables Woman’s Club invites you to celebrate your furry friends this Halloween! Bring your beloved pups to their inaugural annual dog costume parade on Wednesday, Oct. 29 or find one to adopt!
Learn more: coralgables.com/events/howl-o-ween-pawrade
Friday, Oct. 31: Nightmare on 405 Haunted House
- 6:30 to 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: coralgables.com/events/nightmare-on-405
Friday, Oct. 31: Drink-or-Treat
- 6 p.m.: Celebrate Halloween night in Downtown Coral Gables! On Friday, Oct. 31, starting at 6 p.m., participating restaurants across the downtown Gables will be serving up 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: coralgables.com/events/drink-or-treat
Saturday, Nov. 1: Día de los Muertos // Day of the Dead
- 5 to 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 will also be available for extra convenience. For more information on parking, visit coralgables.com/department/parking-and-mobility-services.
Get ready for a spooktacular time all month long in the City Beautiful!
