By William Bridge · Updated October 20, 2026
Halloween on 30A is on. Eleven days after Hurricane Isaias, Alys Beach, Rosemary Beach and Seaside have published 2026 dates, the beaches are open, and every event below is free.
When is trick-or-treating on 30A in 2026?
| Date | Event | Where | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 22 | Howl-O-Ween trick-or-treating | Alys Beach | 4–7 PM |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Trick or Treat! Halloween Bash | Rosemary Beach | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Halloweener Derby (dog costumes) | Seaside | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Halloween in Seaside | Seaside | 4–7 PM |
Confirm times on each town's page first.
What is still closed on 30A after Hurricane Isaias?
Topsail Hill Preserve State Park is closed as of October 19; Grayton Beach State Park is open. Beaches have reopened, but some county accesses are still shut, so use a regional access. See our post-storm status post and west 30A beach access guide. Expect highs near 79°F, lows near 62°F.
Where should you stay for Halloween on 30A?
Stay west. Rosemary Beach and Seaside fill up on October 31; Santa Rosa Beach, 20 minutes west, does not. Inkwell Manor is a standalone two-bedroom house that sleeps six: fenced yard for costumed kids, outdoor kitchen for the post-candy dinner, private hot tub for nights in the 50s, from $250 a night. Check dates on Airbnb or see the house.
Closest dinner: Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar at Gulf Place.
Frequently asked questions about Halloween on 30A
Is Halloween in Seaside free? Yes: October 31, 2026, 4–7 PM, Central Square.
Can dogs join? Alys Beach (October 22) and Seaside (October 24) both hold dog costume contests.
What comes after Halloween? Seeing Red Wine Festival November 5–8, Alys Beach Crafted November 11–14, the 30A 10K in Rosemary Beach on Thanksgiving, November 26.
Sources: alysbeach.com, rosemarybeachfl.org, seasidefl.com, floridastateparks.org, bigtickets.com, runsignup.com, weather.gov.