Events calendar: Get ready for Halloween with trunk-or-treats, spooky-themed activities

What to do this week in Ormond Beach and Palm Coast.


Kids trunk-or-treat during Realty Pros Assured’s Customer Appreciation Night. Photo by Suzanne McCarthy
Kids trunk-or-treat during Realty Pros Assured’s Customer Appreciation Night. Photo by Suzanne McCarthy
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Thursday, Oct. 23

Little Notes & Narratives

When: 10:30 a.m. to noon

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: This program is for ages 3-5 to nurture creativity, rhythm and a love for music. Offered in partnership with the Early Learning Coalition of Flagler & Volusia. Free program. Registration required. Visit www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

Atlantic Federated Republican Women meeting

When: Noon

Where: The Palmetto Club, 1000 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach

Details: Attend the October meeting of the Atlantic Federated Republican Women. Check-in begins at 11:30 a.m. This month, the club will feature local financial advisor David Holland speaking about his new book, “Smart Over Heart." The fee, including lunch, is $28 per person. To register, visit www.atlanticrepublicanwomen.com.

Manifest Destiny: American Art of the 19th Century

When: 2-3 p.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Ruth Grim will lead this lecture looking at the different movements and great artists that came out of the 19th Century period as America grew to rival the artistic traditions in Europe. Free program. Registration requested. Visit www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

Fourth annual First United's 'Got Talent' show

When: 5-7:30 p.m.

Where: First United Methodist Church, 336 S. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Help support Operation Christmas Child through Samaritan's Purse, a program that provides Christmas gifts to children worldwide. This year's event will feature a variety of performances by people in the community, including dancers and singers. Dinner starts at 5 p.m. and show starts at 6 p.m.

Palm Coast Concert Series

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: The Stage at Town Center, 1500 Central Ave., Palm Coast

Details: See the Chillula band perform and attend the Biz + Brews event. There will be live music, food trucks, vendors, yard games, and beer and wine. Bring a chair.

Friday, Oct. 24

Rummage sale

When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25

Where: Care Cupboard Food Pantry, 205 N. Pine St., Bunnell

Details: Care Cupboard Food Pantry is hosting a rummage sale with many new items. Proceeds will benefit the food pantry. 

Trick or treating and pets

When: 5-8 p.m.

Where: Southern Recreation Center, 1290 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: Join Redefined Food Co. for trick-or-treating, a pet and children's costume contest and games of pickleball and tennis. Register for the costume contest by 6:30 p.m. for kids; 7 p.m. for pets. Entry is a donation of canned or bagged pet food or pet treat. Donations will go to Community Cats of Palm Coast and the Flagler Humane Society.

A Spooky Good Time

When: 5:30-8 p.m.

Where: Tanger Outlets, 1100 Cornerstone Blvd. Daytona Beach

Details: This family event will include a costume contest, craft stations, DJ, face painting and photo booth. It will be held next to the splash pad. Kids will also enjoy trick or treating at participating Tanger Outlet stores. Event is presented by Halifax Health, Daytona Toyota, Atlantica and Wire 3.

Texas Hold 'Em Charity Tournament

When: 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Where: Oceanside Country Club, 25 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Help raise funds for the Pace Center for Girls at this event, presented by the Rotary Club of Downtown Ormond Beach. Sponsorships opportunities, player Ticket and spectator tickets are still available. Player tickets cost $100 and include appetizers, two drink tickets and one raffle ticket. Visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rotary-hold-em-night.

Community Appreciation Night

When: 6-9 p.m.

Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Enjoy a trunk-or-treat presented by Realty Pros Assured. There will be a kids costume contest, face painting, popcorn, hot dogs, cotton candy, and a free showing of "Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice," (Rated PG-13). Call 386-871-3185. Free event.

Fall Fest

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: First Baptist Bunnell, 2301 Commerce Parkway, Bunnell

Details: Attend this free event with candy, food, games, face painting, bounce houses, pumpkins, hayrides and more.

Halifax Repertory Theatre presents 'Annie'

When: 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17, 18, 24 and 25; and 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18 and 26

Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: Halifax Repertory Theatre's fall production is Broadway musical "Annie," which follows a plucky red-headed orphan navigating a Depression-era New York in search of her parents. The role of Judge Brandeis will be played by a different local celebrity. The opening show on Friday, Oct. 17, will feature Ormond Beach Mayor Jason Leslie. Tickets cost $35. Visit https://ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

Saturday, Oct. 25

Fall Crafts of the Coast

When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Shepherd of the Coast Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, 101 Pine Lakes Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: Join the church for a day of shopping. Items for sale will include original artwork, jewelry, seasonal crafts, baked goods, face painting and floral arrangements. Food will be available for purchase. A supervised play area will be available for children. 

Witches & Warlocks

When: 7:30-10:30 a.m.

Where: Wickline Park, 800 S. Daytona Ave., Flagler Beach

Details: Join Flagler Beach Creates for its fourth annual Witches & Warlock of Flagler Beach Halloween bike ride. Registration costs $35. Visit https://flaglerbeachcreates.org/witches-bike-ride.

Not-So-Spooky Spiders

When: 10-11 a.m.

Where: Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave., Ormond Beach

Details: Children ages 5-11 will learn about spiders, participate in a hands-on activities and create a craft project. Costumes encouraged. Call 386-615-7081 to sign up. Free event.

Mastering the basics of iPhone & DSLR photography

When: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Learn about composition, lighting, and settings with Lisette Otero-Lewis. Class costs $50 for museum members; $60 for non-members. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

Founder's Day

When: 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Holland Park, 18 Florida Park Drive, Palm Coast

Details: Celebrate Palm Coast history and its founders. Take a free tour through the Palm Coast Historical Society museum. There will be food trucks, vendors, games and outdoor activities. Free admission. 

ArtWave

When: 2-3:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Young artists ages 11-14 will explore the mediums and practices of famous artists, working in watercolor, pastels, acrylics, photography and drawing. Class costs $16 for members; $19 for non-members. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

Trail of Treats

When: 3-5 p.m.

Where: The Trails Shopping Center, 216-348 N. Nova Road, Ormond Beach

Details: Join the Trails Shopping Center for ts annual Trail of Treats. Enjoy trick-or-treating at participating locations, carnival games and face painting. Stop by Five Star Pizza for a free slice and Dairy Queen for a free ice cream cone.

Flagler Beach Centennial Trunk-or-Treat

When: 5-9 p.m.

Where: Wickline Park, S. 7th St., Flagler Beach

Details: Keep the centennial celebrations going with a trunk-or-treat before the Centennial Family Flick Night event. Free.

Flagler Flicks in the Park

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Wickline Park, S. 7th St., Flagler Beach

Details: See "The Wizard of Oz." Free event.

Third annual 'Boo-ling for Wishes'

When: 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Where: Palm Coast Lanes, 11 Old Kings Road N., Palm Coast

Details: Help raise funds for Make-A-Wish of Central and Northern Florida at this bowling fundraiser, presented by Realty Executives Oceanside. Flagler County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Joe Barile will judge the costume contest and Palm Coast Vice Mayor Theresa Carli Pontieri will help kick off the event. Contact Josephine L'Heureux for sponsorship information at 386-506-8008 or via email at [email protected].

Sunday, Oct. 26

13th Pastor Appreciation Celebration

When: 10 a.m.

Where: Palm Coast United Methodist Church, 6500 Belle Terre Blvd., Palm Coast

Details: Dr. and Mrs. Kevin James will be celebrated at this event, featuring Rev. Dr. Andrew McRae as guest speaker. Join for a morning of worship, fellowship and reflection. 

TeenTober Boo Bash

When: 1 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Grab a "Boo Bag," spin the prize wheel, and participate in a variety of activities such as Perler Beads, Pom Pom Makers, board games, and video games with the Nintendo Switch. Teen event. Free.

A walk with Shirley Chisholm

When: 2-4 p.m.

Where: Pine Lakes Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: Discover the Shirley Chisholm Trail and learn about her legacy. Sponsored by the Democratic Women's Club of Flagler County. Meet across from the Pine Lakes Golf Course. For more information, call 904-417-8803.

Trunk-or-treat

When: 3-6 p.m.

Where: Galaxy All Stars, 2323 N. State St., Unit 70, Bunnell

Details: Galaxy All Stars Cheerleading is hosting its second annual trunk-or-treat. There will be games, prizes, bounce houses and more.. Free entry. Donations are appreciated. Email [email protected].

Monday, Oct. 27

'Ghosts' of Daytona Beach

When: 1 p.m. 

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Discover places that can remind one of the rich history of Daytona Beach during this virtual cemetery tour, presented by library staff. Free event. 

Tuesday, Oct. 28

Beginning Watercolor: Painting Baby Animals

When: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday Oct. 28, Nov. 4, 18, 25 and Dec. 2

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Join Pam Bleakney for her newest class at OMAM. The class is designed for students with some watercolor experience. Various mediums to use with watercolor will be introduced including pencil, pastels, ink, and Prismacolor pencils. Costs $150 for museum members and $170 for non-members. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

Film screening: 'L'odysée'

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: Southeast Museum of Photography, Madorsky Theater, 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach

Details: See a screening of "L'odysée" (The Odyssey), presented with English subtitles. The film spans roughly 30 years as it follows Jacques-Yves Cousteau’s evolution from eccentrically ambitious naval officer to internationally revered explorer and ecologist. Free and open to the public. Popcorn provided.

Wednesday, Oct. 29

Fall bird walks

When: 8 a.m.

Where: Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave., Ormond Beach

Details: Join Master Naturalist Joan Tague of the Halifax River Audubon for a casual bird walk along the trails of Central Park. Water, walking shoes and sunscreen recommended. Free event.

Leaf It To Art! Creating Nature's Notecards

When: 10 a.m. to noon

Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach

Details: Turn leaves into art in this hands-on workshop. Each participant can create up to four cards. Space is limited to 10. A material fee of $10 plus a park entry fee applies. Call 386-517-2086.

Flagler County Historical Society Fundraiser Tea

When: 2-3:30 p.m.

Where: Flagler County Historical Society, 204 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell

Details: Enjoy ghost stories, sweets and drinks with the Flagler County Historical Society. Costs $30 for members and $35 for non-members. Visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-haunted-tragedies-halloween-tea.

Pumpkin Party

When: 2:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Celebrate Halloween at the library. Come dressed in costume to snack on pizza while watching a movie. Children and families can also enjoy a photo booth, jack-o-lantern goody bags, take a spin on the prize wheel, create a craft and receive a temporary tattoo. Free event.

Thursday, Oct. 30

Autumn in Piedmont

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Join OMAM on the museum's rooftop terrace for a four-course seasonal food and wine pairing inspired by Piedmont Italy. Enjoy small bites and wine, courtesy of Beach + Vine and Chef Synaca from Homegrown Catering. Costs $45 for museum members and $55 for non-members. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

Hall of Terror

When: 7-10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Oct. 30-31

Where: Palm Coast Fire Station 21, 9 Corporate Drive, Palm Coast

Details: For the 24th year, the Palm Coast Fire Department is hosting this haunted house and show event. From 6-7 p.m. on both nights, there will be a sensory-sensitive hour. There will be food trucks on site. Free admission.

Friday, Oct. 31

Craft Extravaganza

When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31; and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1

Where: Flagler Woman's Club, 1524 S. Central Ave., Flagler Beach

Details: Join the Flagler Woman’s Club for its Craft Extravaganza. Choose from the assortment of handcrafted items including home décor, holiday decorations, jewelry, children's gifts, pet gifts and  more. There will be a bake sale and raffles. Lunch is available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call Penny at 386-447-0399.

Tricks & Treats

When: 3-5 p.m.

Where: Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast

Details: Start your Halloween celebrations with a free event at the Florida Agricultural Museum. There will be pumpkins, a costume contest for humans and pets, a candy cannon blast, games and more. 

Trunk-or-treat

When: 5-7 p.m.

Where: Tomoka United Methodist Church, 1000 Old Tomoka Road, Ormond Beach

Details: Tomoka United Methodist Church is hosting a trunk-or-treat featuring candy, games, prizes, goodie bags, cookies, cider, juice and popcorn. A DJ will play Halloween tunes. Free event. 

FCSO trunk-or-treat

When: 6-8 p.m.

Where: Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Building 1, Bunnell

Details: Join the Flagler County Sheriff's Office on Halloween night for a drive-thru trunk-or-treat. Free event. 

Lifecoast Church trunk-or-treat

When: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: Future Lifecoast Church site, Park Street, Palm Coast

Details: Lifecoast Church is inviting the community to a trunk-or-treat event at its future site, located in Town Center at the corner of Park Street and Central Avenue.

Saturday, Nov. 1

Pickleball spooktacular tournament

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Palm Coast Southern Recreation Center, 1290 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast

Details: Presented by Oceanside Beach Bar and Grill, this pickleball tournament benefits Flagler Strong for youth sports. Costumes encouraged. Costs $20 per player. Register at https://tinyurl.com/mm7jyus6.

Second annual Veteran Health Seminar

When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Healthier, Wealthier, Wiser Inc. is hosting its second annual Veteran Health Seminar. Guest speakers include Charles Fordham II, coordinator of Veterans Services at Daytona State College; Shirley Thompson, registered nurse, VA Volunteer and retired Bethune-Cookman University educator; Abriel Gardner, VA mental health specialist, and more. There will be health screenings and lunch. Free and open to the public. RSVP to [email protected].

Ormond Art Walk

When: 3-7 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach MainStreet Arts District, 128 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Join Ocean Art Gallery, Frame of Mind, Art Spotlight, The Studio by Artist Angel Lowden, the Ormond Memorial Art Museum and more on the first Saturday of each month for art openings and art events.

For the Love of Quincy Jones

When: 4-6:30 p.m.

Where: Museum of Arts and Sciences, 352 S. Nova Road, Daytona Beach

Details: Attend this concert celebrating the musical legacy of Quincy Jones. Tickets cost $65 for general seating and $75 for VIP. Doors open at 3:45 p.m. Visit https://www.adanteproduction.com/event-details/for-the-love-of-quincy-jones.

Sunday, Nov. 2

Knights of Columbus pancake breakfast

When: 8 a.m. to noon

Where: Social Hall at St. Brendan Catholic Church, 1000 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: The Father Eamonn Gill Council 13018 Knights of Columbus will serve their famous pancake breakfast. The meal includes all the pancakes you can eat, scrambled eggs, a sausage link, orange juice and endless coffee. Costs $6 for adults; children under 12 eat free. All are welcome.

Ongoing

Maze Days 2025

When: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sundays and Saturdays, starting Oct. 4 to Nov. 2

Where: Cowart Ranch and Farms, 8185 W. Highway 100, Bunnell

Details: Enjoy this farm's 5-acre walkthroughh maze, pick pumpkins, take a hayride, play in corn pits and enjoy bonfires in the evenings. Admission costs $15; children 2 and under are free. Visit https://cowartranchandfarms.com/maze-dayz.

Seaside Herb Society 

When: 9:30 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month

Where: Bailey Riverbridge Gardens meeting house, 1 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Learn about growing and using herbs with the Seaside Herb Society, which meets from September through May. Visitors are welcome. For information, call or text Denny Lee Snyder at 443-497-0044 or visit https://www.seasideherbsociety.com.

Country Market

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second Saturday, September through May

Where: Old dairy barn at the Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Road N., Palm Coast

Details: Enjoy vendors, live music, a festival atmosphere and food trucks. Admission and parking is free. Visit floridaagmuseum.org to see what the special theme each month will be.

Nara-Anon Group

When: 6 p.m. Mondays

Where: St. Marks by the Sea Lutheran Church, 303 Palm Coast Parkway NE, Palm Coast

Details: Nara-Anon Groups are for those who are affected by someone else's addiction. For more information, call Nancy at 386-569-0417.

Memory Makers Quilt Guild

When: 9:30 a.m. to noon on the first Wednesday of each month

Where: UF/IFAS Extension Flagler County Education Center, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell

Details: Join the Memory Makers Quilt Guild. All are welcome.

BAM Senior Fitness Class

When: 9:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays

Where: Palm Coast First Baptist Church, 6050 Palm Coast Parkway NW, Palm Coast

Details: Join this Balance and Motion class and develop strength and endurance, core stability and balance. Taught by senior fitness specialist Artie G, the class is open to all fitness levels and free with most insurances. A donation is accepted for those without coverage. See full schedule at synergyseniorfitness.com or call 386-931-3485.

Women's book club

When: 12:30-2 p.m. every Tuesday

Where: Central Baptist Church, 152 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: Join this book club, which meets in the Marchman Building, room 117. Contact Sylvia Meincke at 386-451-5223.

Moms of Pre Schoolers

When: 9:30-11:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Friday of the month

Where: Central Baptist Church, 152 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: Moms of Pre Schoolers is a free faith-based program for moms, moms-to-be and their preschoolers for support and encouragement. Breakfast is provided, as well as a video with discussion and crafts. Playtime offered for children, with adult supervision. Call 386-255-2588.

MOAS exhibitions

When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday

Where: Museum of Arts and Sciences, 352 S. Nova Road, Daytona Beach

Details: Want to spend a day looking at fine art? The Museum of Arts and Sciences has the following shows on display: "Bugs Outside the Box: Discover the Art Within the Sciences" ; "Shoosty Bugs: An Art Infestation" ; and "It's a Ship Show: Florida's Maritime Canvas."

 

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