The City of Bonita Springs is hosting our Halloween in the Park event again this year on Saturday, October 21st, 2023, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. The free event will be held at Riverside Park- 10450 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs, FL 34135. The park will be lit up with spooky lighting and fog throughout the lawn of Riverside Park and the Liles Hotel area. This year’s Halloween event will feature a variety of activities and entertainment for people of all ages. There will be free pumpkins and pumpkin decorating supplies for children to decorate pumpkins. A photo scene will be available for family pictures, so come dressed in your best Halloween costume! The night will also feature performances by a contortionist act. Food and beverages will be available to purchase.

This year the event will feature a Halloween “trick-or-treat” stroll through the Liles Hotel area portion of Riverside Park from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. If you are a Bonita Springs business interested in participating as a vendor in the stroll please contact Karessa Minoli at Karessa.minoli@cityofbonitasprings.org. The night will also feature the Halloween classic “Casper” (1995) [PG] starting at 7:30 pm. We hope you join us for the celebration!

Downtown Bonita Springs welcomes you with charm and tradition. Explore local gift shops in search of treasures or visit the historic artist cottages.  Experience food, drinks, and dining at numerous cafes, restaurants and stores. Pick up farm fresh produce at a Farmers Market or try a new food item from a food truck. There is ample opportunity for leisure; rent a bicycle, kayak or paddle board to enjoy the recreational opportunities of the Imperial River and Riverside Park.