Family events in Pinellas County, FL

Healthy St. Pete partners with Play it Forward Pediatrics to present a welcoming Family Flow and Movement class that supports parents in exercising safely with their babies. Participants explore proper positioning for themselves and their little ones, build strength, and establish healthy movement habits while spending meaningful time together. The class is hosted at Crescent Lake Park and offers separate sessions based on developmental stage, with one option for families whose children are not yet walking and another for those with walkers. Admission is free and no registration is required.

Children ages 2 to 4 can enjoy a playful storytime at Gulf Beaches Public Library that blends read-alouds, songs, movement, and hands-on activities. Designed to build early literacy and language skills, it also encourages creativity and a lifelong love of reading. The welcoming library setting offers a comfortable space for little ones to learn, make friends, and share the experience alongside their caregivers.

Cool Beans Coffee and Ice Cream partners with Ms. Stephanie to present a STEM Explorers enrichment series for ages 5 to 16. This six-week program features weekly, hands-on science labs blended with creative art in a welcoming coffee and ice cream setting. Activities across the series include polymer slime investigations, DIY lava lamp builds, magnetic jungle maze challenges, fingerprinting with introductory forensic techniques, a seasonal sweet science session focused on building, testing, and dissolving, and energetic experiments with pumpkins and fizzing Frankenstein themes. Many sessions include a take-home creation. The cost is $40 per child. Families using Step Up for Students can enroll through their platform by searching for Mobile STEM Academy and selecting the Cool Beans class so no out-of-pocket payment is required. The experience encourages kids to explore, create, discover, and feel a sense of belonging through science.

Experience Sutherland Elementary’s annual Trunk or Treat, a family-friendly evening featuring Halloween costumes, imaginatively decorated trunks, and lots of candy. Families can stroll from car to car for safe, school-based trick-or-treating, with costumes encouraged and festive fun throughout. The celebration takes place at Sutherland Elementary.

At Horan Park in St. Pete Beach, the October Concert Series features a night celebrating the music of Duran Duran and David Bowie. The evening opens with Planet Duran, followed by FAME, the David Bowie Experience. Admission is free, and guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs for comfortable seating.

Build a solid skating foundation in a welcoming beginner class at Astro Skate Tarpon Springs. Designed for ages 4 and up, this one-hour session helps new skaters learn to stand and balance on eight wheels, glide forward with growing confidence, and practice safe stops without clinging to the wall. Instructors incorporate fun, skill-building games to keep learning upbeat and engaging. Instruction is led by USARS certified coaches. Admission is $10 at the door and includes skate rental, or bring your own skates if you prefer. Plan to arrive about 15 minutes early to get fitted and warm up so you are ready to roll when class begins.

Celebrate the natural beauty of Honeymoon Island at a family friendly festival featuring guided walks on the beach, interactive exhibits and activities for all ages, an arts and crafts market, and a range of food trucks. Entry to the event is included with admission to Honeymoon Island. Well behaved dogs are welcome.

The HOB Give Back offers a free food giveaway for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity, with no identification required except to confirm that only one bag is provided per household. Donations received through Good Neighbors are sorted and set out so each household can choose what they need. Each family receives one bag that may include fresh produce, bread, desserts, and meat, with availability varying and some limits on certain items. To keep the process fair, a lottery system is used. Food Give Away Cards are distributed shortly before things begin and drawn at random, and anyone arriving after the start is placed at the end since new cards are not issued once the process is underway. The distribution takes place under the pavilion at HOB Brewing Co.

Kids can take part in a weekly workshop that explores a new value from The Way to Happiness through interactive activities and simple, hands-on projects in a positive, welcoming atmosphere. It is designed to help children practice real-life skills and build character while having fun, creating a bright foundation for everyday life.

The 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat at VFW Post 10093 is a public, family-friendly celebration featuring trunk-or-treating, costumes, and Halloween cheer. 2Chic’s Chili will have food available for purchase, and Lazy Crave Ice Cream & Coffee will serve sweet treats and drinks. A big screen presentation of Casper the Friendly Ghost adds to the festivities. Costumes are encouraged for a fun night with candy, food, ice cream, coffee, and a movie.

Lealman Nights brings an evening market experience to the newly renovated Raymond H. Neri Park, featuring local vendors and makers, tasty food options, refreshing drinks, and a relaxed community atmosphere. Each installment includes a movie in the park. Admission and parking are free. Guests are welcome to bring a chair or blanket for lawn seating. Outside food and outside alcohol are not permitted. The monthly movie lineup will be announced soon.

Indie Flea kicks off its fall season at Campbell Park with a community market featuring makers, artists, and small businesses from the Tampa Bay area. Explore unique goods, enjoy music, and relax in the park throughout the day. Presented in partnership with the City of St. Petersburg, this gathering highlights local creativity and a welcoming outdoor vibe.

This weekly casual league-style tournament features a 7 dollar entry fee. Prizes are given to all participants, with special rewards for the winners.

LEGO enthusiasts ages 7 to 12 can enjoy a Columbus Day camp centered on creativity and friendly competition. Participants will design and race their own brick cars, join in imaginative building challenges, and take home the creations they make. Each child can also put together a personalized minifigure to keep. The cost is $25.

Thanks to an abundance of donated materials, this Homeschool Resource Center event has shifted from lending to giving. Families may browse a vast selection of resources and choose items to keep for their home education needs. The collection spans thousands of curriculum materials and a wide array of educational games, and there is no cost.

Little ones who adore ponies can explore a shady woodland path alongside a friendly pony during a one-hour nature class in Pinellas Park, Florida. Designed for toddlers ages 18 months to 3, this gentle outing offers a first taste of the trail with simple, nature-filled moments at a relaxed pace. Group sizes are kept small, with two to six children per session. The price is $50 per toddler.

Created in partnership with Fit4Mom, this monthly Countryside Cuties gathering offers a welcoming space where children can laugh, learn, and play with their caregivers. Each event introduces a new theme with interactive games, creative crafts, lively music, story time, and occasional surprise guests. This session features Music with Mr. Brad. Admission is free.

Designed for children ages 2 and under, this storytime at Gulf Beaches Public Library features read-aloud tales, songs, simple movement, and interactive activities that encourage early literacy, language growth, social skills, and a love of books. Parents, grandparents, and caregivers can connect with other local families while little ones explore rhythm, rhyme, and playful learning in a welcoming setting.

A lively, not-so-traditional storytime pairs upbeat, kid-friendly music and plenty of movement with bubbles and one or two short tales. It is designed for children ages 18 months to 4 years. No registration is required.

Enjoy a library storytime filled with tales, rhymes, and songs. If the first session reaches capacity, attendees who wait may be invited to a later session so everyone has a chance to participate. The aim is to accommodate the youngest library patrons while following safe practices, and patience is appreciated. For additional information, call 727-893-1074.

A team provides nail care for dogs of any breed at Pet Supermarket on the second Wednesday of each month. Walk-ins are welcome, and appointments are highly recommended.

The annual Sacred Heart Fall Festival returns to Pinellas Park with five days of family-friendly fun. Recognized as one of the city’s biggest and safest celebrations, it brings a sprawling mix of rides for all ages, daily live music, carnival games, and plenty of hot food. Admission is free every day for all ages, and it is recommended that children attend with an adult. Rides, games, and food are purchased individually, with ride tickets and armbands available at the gate, including unlimited ride armbands priced at $30 per session. A clear bag policy is in place, with clear bags required in the ride midway area. A curfew will be enforced, and the youth supervisor requirement for underage attendees applies. This twice-yearly event aims to offer something for everyone.

Connect with friends or family at a popular DIY workshop where you will create a custom wood sign. Browse a gallery of project options, then work with provided materials and step-by-step instruction to craft a piece for your home or a thoughtful gift. During the session, choose from a range of paint and wood stain colors to personalize your project. Advance registration is required at least 24 hours before the workshop begins.

For more than 20 years, this long-running car show has brought together enthusiasts, families, and a wide range of standout vehicles. All makes and models are welcome, and show car registration is $5, which includes a coupon for 10 percent off dinner. Expect on-site vendors, family-friendly activities, 50/50 raffles and games, and opportunities to compete for prizes and trophies. The gathering takes place at OCC Road House, where participants can display their vehicles, browse the lineup, and connect with fellow gearheads.

Tony Castellano joins the Tomkats Jazz Orchestra to launch the 2026 Clearwater Jazz Holiday with the event's first performance.

A Fall Festival transforms the campus as parish and school volunteers raise a large tent and create a lively setting filled with rides, games, music, and family friendly fun. There are many attractions for children of every age, including a dedicated area with gentle rides for younger kids. Game booths throughout the grounds offer chances to win prizes.

Third Thursday in Downtown Ozona is a free community night where neighbors connect and enjoy their hometown. Wander the downtown area, sample free ice cream and drinks, play lighthearted games, and take a turn at the community prize wheel for chances to win gifts from local businesses. All offerings are provided at no cost, made possible by local sponsors. The evening is suitable for friends, families, kids, and pets, creating a relaxed celebration of the Ozona community.

Kids dive into a weekly, hands-on art experience that keeps them focused, smiling, and eager for the next session. While they create, caregivers can enjoy a little time to themselves.

Enjoy playful card wizardry as Magic Jim performs in the Tap Room, offering fun for families. Take advantage of half-off bottles of wine in the Tap Room restaurant at the HH. Groups of six or more can make a reservation by calling 727-873-7900.

A relaxed tournament using the Standard Pokémon format with a $7 entry fee. Every participant receives a prize, and winners receive something extra. It takes place every Thursday.