Grab your broomsticks, gather your coven, and get ready for a wickedly good night in Downtown Venice! Witches Walk is a new, adult-friendly Halloween experience bringing a little magic, mischief, and mayhem to Historic Downtown Venice.
Dress in your favorite Halloween costume and stroll through downtown as participating businesses come alive with seasonal drinks, shopping, dining, entertainment, and plenty of witchy fun.
Your $10 Witches Walk wristband ticket unlocks an evening of seasonal beverage samples, a spooky scavenger hunt, and special Halloween activities throughout downtown. And don’t forget to dress to impress, Daiquiri Deck will host a costume contest at 7:00pm! Contact Daiquiri Deck for contest details.
Seasonal Beverage Sampling
Participating businesses will offer 1-ounce seasonal beer and cider samples to guests wearing a Witches Walk wristband.
- Wristbands: $10 per person
- Must be 21+ to participate
- Valid ID is required for purchase and age verification
- Beverage sampling begins at 5:00 PM
- Wristbands may be purchased or picked up at the Centennial Park Information Kiosk from 4:00–7:30 PM on 10/23/26
- Sampling is limited to participating locations and while supplies last
Please note: A Witches Walk wristband is required to receive the complimentary 1-ounce samples. Some participating restaurants may also offer beverage specials that are available for purchase without a wristband.
Online Ticket Pre-Sales (available 9/17/26 until 10/19/26 at 4pm)
CLICK HERE to purchase a wristband ticket online.
Guests who purchase online can pick up their wristband beginning at 4:00 PM on October 23 at the Centennial Park Information Kiosk.
You will need to present a valid ID for age verification and to receive your wristband.
Beverage sampling begins at 5:00 PM.
Day-of-Event Ticket Purchase
Limited tickets will be available on the day of the event, subject to availability.
Beginning at 4:00 PM on Friday, October 23, visit the Information Kiosk in Centennial Park at 200 W. Venice Ave.
Cash and credit cards will be accepted. Guests must be 21 years or older and prepared to show a valid government-issued ID.
Beverage sampling begins at 5:00 PM.
Witchy Scavenger Hunt
Put your detective skills to the test!
Pick up your Witchy Scavenger Hunt form at the Centennial Park Information Kiosk or at Venice Estate Gallery, 209 Miami Ave. W. Then make your way around participating downtown businesses to find the hidden letters.
Collect them all, unscramble the clues, and reveal the secret seasonal saying!
Once you’ve completed your hunt, turn in your form for a chance to win a prize in our raffle. Completed forms can be dropped off at the Centennial Park Kiosk during the event or at Venice Estate Gallery, 209 Miami Ave. W.
Happy hunting, witches!
Tarot Readings
5:00-8:00 PM
Feeling a little curious about what the future holds?
Stop by The Misfit Lion table for a free tarot card reading located in the breezeway between Burgundy Square Café (227 Miami Ave.) and Bodrum Restaurant (225 Miami Ave.).
A line may form for readings, so please be patient and respectful of neighboring businesses while waiting.
Get Your Thriller On!
6:00 PM Centennial Park Gazebo
Join Bridget Phillips for a fun-filled demonstration and lesson featuring the iconic dance moves from Thriller. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have two left feet, everyone is welcome. No dance experience required—just bring your best zombie moves!
Come in Costume. Stay for the Fun.
Mini Ghost Tours: Step Inside One of Downtown’s Most Haunted Buildings
5:00–7:00 PM San Marco Building, Tampa Ave.
Think you can handle a little paranormal activity?
Join Venice Florida Tours for a series of mini ghost tours inside the historic San Marco Building on Tampa Avenue, one of Downtown Venice’s most haunted buildings.
During these bite-sized tours, you’ll step inside and hear some of the building’s spookiest stories, mysterious happenings, and haunted history. It’s a quick dose of local history with a decidedly supernatural twist!
Tours will be offered from 5:00–7:00 PM, so stop by, gather your courage, and discover what may be lurking inside one of Venice’s most intriguing historic buildings.
Historic building. Haunted stories. One unforgettable night.
Whether you’re a wicked witch, a mysterious vampire, a classic Halloween character, or something completely original, Witches Walk is the perfect excuse to get dressed up and enjoy a night out in Downtown Venice!
Event details, participating businesses, and activities are subject to change. Check back closer to the event for the complete list of participating locations.
*Indicates a drink special for purchase
-Indicates witch scavenger hunt stop
PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS
Abby’s*-
Aqua Silks Studio-
Bodrum Restaurant*
Burgundy Square-
By The Sea Esthetics-
Cafe Venice*-
Century 21 Schmidt Real Estate-
DanaTyler
Daiquiri Deck*- (no samples)
Earth Treasures- (no samples)
Gulf Shores Realty-
Krystyna’s-
Island Gift Nook-
Island Life Hammock Co-
Local Tides-
Lost Girl Prairie Outpost-
Made In Italy*-
Mothers Cupboard Spice Shoppe-
Naturalistic-
Ocotvino*- (no samples)
Patriotic Real Estate Group-
Patchington-
Sea Bags-
Shirt Stop
Sunbug-
The Island Bookshop-
The Island Bookshop, too-
Things I Like-
Twist-
Venice Estate Gallery-
Venice In Vogue-
Venice Olive Oil Co.-
Virasana Salon-
Venice Theatre*-