Tampa’s Riverwalk is gearing up for its biggest Halloween tradition yet. The 10th annual Riverwalk Trick-or-Treat is set for Saturday, October 24, at Cotanchobee Park, bringing more than 50 treat stations, costume contests and a flash mob dance to the downtown waterfront.
Friends of the Riverwalk is hosting the milestone celebration, according to Tampa Bay 28. Organizers describe the gathering as a free, family-friendly celebration, per Friends of the Riverwalk, which lists the event running from 4 to 9 p.m. A City of Tampa event listing, however, gives an end time of 8:30 p.m., so families may want to double-check the schedule before heading out.
City of Tampa announced the October 24 date in a Facebook post sharing photos tied to the celebration. The event takes place at Cotanchobee Park along the Riverwalk, a familiar backdrop for the annual tradition.
More Than 50 Stops for Candy and Costumes
This year’s event includes more than 50 treat stations spread along the Riverwalk, per Friends of the Riverwalk. Costume contests are also on the docket, with organizers inviting kids and adults alike to showcase their most creative, spooky, funny and impressive looks, the group notes…