Danny Federico
reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com
As Halloween draws near, more and more festivities can be found around the tri-county area. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly night of fun for the kiddos or a more ghoulish experience for teens and adults, there are plenty of things to do in the Suwannee Valley that scream “Halloween.”
Lafayette County
Sunday, Oct. 29
Get ready for candy, costumes and fun with Lafayette County's first community-wide Trunk-or-Treat! The event will take place between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the Edward Perry Sports Complex, located at 840 NE CR 400, in Mayo. Those interested in registering their vehicle to pass out candy should do so by visiting forms.gle/8dAVZ7FfXH43NSND 8.
Tuesday, Oct. 31
Kiddos, make sure to shine your tiaras and iron your hero capes for a night of shrieks and sweets! Trick-or-Treating in the Town of Mayo will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 31
Lighthouse Christian Center and Academy will host their annual Fall Festival from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. This free event promises fun for the entire family by featuring fun fall games, bounce houses, face painting, prizes and more. Food and treats will also be available for purchase. Lighthouse Christian Center is located at 772 N Hwy 51, in Mayo.
Hamilton County
Wednesday, Oct. 25
Join First Baptist Church of Jasper's Fall Festival for an evening of fun, starting at 6 p.m. Get ready for a whole new level of fun with exciting new games that offer fantastic prizes, tantalizing treats and, of course, enough candy to keep your sugar rush going all night long! First Baptist Church of Jasper is located at 207 2nd St. NE, in Jasper.
Wednesday, Oct. 25
Get ready to have a blast at Burnham Christian Church's Fall Festival. Beginning at 6 p.m., families can enjoy entertaining games, sizzling hot dogs, a chili cook-off that's sure to spice things up, hayrides and a trunk-or-treat extravaganza that'll delight kids of all ages. Burnham Christian Church is located at 4520 NW CR 146, in Jennings.
Saturday, Oct. 28
As the clock strikes 6 p.m., brace yourself for a spine-tingling experience at Jasper's annual Trunk-or-Treat, brought to you by Rickerson Legal. This electrifying event promises an evening of Halloween thrills with candy, games and a trunk decoration competition. The top three Best Decorated Trunks will be rewarded, so make sure to join in on the fun, dressed in your most bewitching attire and indulge in a night of spooky delights to kickstart your Halloween celebrations! The event will take place on Central Avenue in downtown Jasper.
Tuesday, Oct. 31
Join Greater Poplar Springs Missionary Baptist Church for “Sweets and Treats on the Concrete” in Jasper from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. There'll be tasty burgers, hotdogs and more for sale, a free bounce house for the kids, and plenty of candy. Feel free to bring your own treats to share – it's a sweet time you won't want to miss! Greater Poplar Springs Missionary Baptist Church is located at 702 1st St. NW, in Jasper.
Tuesday, Oct. 31
Get ready to rev up your Halloween spirit, because it's time for Trunk-or-Treat at Suwannee Hardware and Feed on Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.! Whether you're a do-it-yourself decorating genius or just looking to spread some Halloween cheer, this event is perfect for you. Deck out your trunk with wild and wacky decorations; transform it into a pirate's treasure chest, or a candy corn spaceship – the possibilities are endless! Or, if you're not feeling particularly crafty, simply show up and spread the Halloween joy by handing out treats to the little goblins and ghosts who will surely flock to your ride. So, get your creative juices flowing, grab your candy and enjoy a night of spook-tacular fun at Suwannee Hardware and Feed, located at 10572 Bridge St., in White Springs.
Saturday, Nov. 4
Get ready for a whirlwind of fall fun at Corinth Baptist Church's annual Fall Festival. Beginning at 4 p.m., attendees will be able to enjoy fun games, delicious food and a candy hayride at night. Don't forget to bring a side dish or a dessert, along with some warm clothing for the hayride. Corinth Baptist Church is located at 7042 SW 41st Ave., in Jasper.
Suwannee County
Sunday, Oct. 29
The Branford Farm Stand’s Fall Harvest Festival, pumpkin patch and crop maze are officially open! There’s no admission to the pumpkin patch, however, it is requested you buy a pumpkin on your way out. Admission for activities including the maze, face painting, jump pad, hayrides and corn pit is $10 per person. Kids ages 2 and under will be admitted free of charge. The Fall Harvest Festival will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Sunday. The Branford Farm Stand is located at 27687 US 129, in Branford.
Saturday, Oct. 28
It's that time of year again – get ready for exciting games, good food and plenty of fun with Branford High School's annual Fall Festival! The festival will be held from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., with a costume contest taking place at 4 p.m. In addition, the Interact Club will be accepting donations for candy and non-edible treats (such as pencils, small toys and so on) to share with booths in the event that they run out of supplies. Excess candy and items will be donated to houses throughout town to pass out for trick-or-treating. Any individuals or organizations interested in hosting a game booth should contact Misty Ward at (386) 935- 5600. Branford High School is located at 405 N Reynolds St., in Branford.
Saturday, Oct. 28
“Door-to-door trick-or-treating is a thing of the past.” Well, not in Branford! Don't let the fun end with Branford High School's Fall Festival – at 6 p.m., it's time for a bewitching Trick-or-Treating journey throughout the town. Gather your goblins and ghouls for a fun night of candy collecting!
Saturday, Oct. 28
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, get ready to be dazzled by the sweetest (literally) event of the year – Live Oak's Candy Carnival and Fall Festival! This annual event aims to transform the Suwannee County Coliseum into a spook-tacular venue with trick-or-treating, fun games and activities for all ages. There will even be a costume contest available, with trophies and gift cards awarded to the winners. Age groups for the costume contest include: 2 and under; 3 to 4 years old; 5 to 6 years old; 7 to 8 years old; 9 to 10 years old and 11 to 12 years old. In addition, an award will be presented to the best decorated business booth. This is certainly an event you won't want to miss! The Candy Carnival and Fall Festival will take place between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. at the Suwannee County Coliseum, located at 1302 11th St. SW, in Live Oak.
Sunday, Oct. 29
Join Wellborn Baptist Church for a delightful Fall Festival that's perfect for the whole family. Enjoy some good old-fashioned fun with a giant slide that's sure to bring smiles, inflatable games for a little extra excitement and, of course, lots of candy to satisfy your sweet tooth. It's an event the kids will love, but adults can have a great time too. The Fall Festival will take place from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Wellborn Baptist Church, located at 4146 Lowe Lake Rd., in Wellborn.
Sunday, Oct. 29
Calling all spook-tacular seekers and candy connoisseurs! Mark your calendars for a fang-tastic gathering at McAlpin on Sunday, Oct. 29. Taking place at The Shops of Maple Grove, the second annual Trunk-or-Treat will provide a treasure trove of trunk-or-treating fun. Beginning at 6 p.m. with a costume contest, youth will enjoy an assortment of fun games and treats. A prize for the Best Decorated Car will also be presented. The Shops of Maple Grove are located at 9929 170th Ter., in McAlpin. Those interested in volunteering or registering their vehicle should call or text Cherry at (828) 817- 1873.
Sunday, Oct. 29
Join Hatch Bend Baptist Church from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for its annual Trunk-or- Treat. Enjoy, games, hayrides, a free hot dog dinner and more. Don't forget to bring your pre-carved pumpkin for the pumpkin judging contest! The winner of the contest will receive a $25 gift card. Hatch Bend Baptist Church is located at 3029 SE CR 500, in Branford.
Tuesday, Oct. 31
Calling all thrill-seekers and lovers of the unknown! The Suwannee High School Key Club invites you to an evening of spine-tingling chills and hair-raising thrills with their annual Haunted House. Join them from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for an adventure you won't soon forget. Entry costs $2, and all proceeds go toward the club's community and school projects. The Haunted House will take place at the Suwannee County Coliseum, located at 1302 11th St. SW, in Live Oak.