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Welcome to the Haunted Wharf

Head down to Sparkman Wharf this week + weekend for a jail cell, siren swing, dancing, spooky eats, caricatures, and eats.

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Find a host of ghouls at this year’s frightful festivities.

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Enter if you dare...

If pumpkin patches and corn mazes are a bit too tame for your spooky season expectations, you might give the Haunted Wharf a try. The haunted pirate shipwreck takes over Sparkman Wharf this weekend... and beckons you aboard.

The free (and yes, family-friendly) celebration is booked for 5:30-10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 27 + Saturday, Oct. 28. Both nights feature a DJ and dancing — DJ Matt Dodge is playing on Friday night and DJ Ali V is on Saturday. There will also be local eats, drinks, and cocktails for purchase.

The lineup also includes:

  • Siren swing
  • Jail cell
  • Drop-down scare window
  • Face painting
  • Caricature station
  • Photo opps (like the decorated TAMPA sign)
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