Connecting with others and sharing good times is vital to healthy aging. St Mark Village residents enjoy numerous fall festivals near Palm Harbor—more fellowship, more fun, more ways to enjoy every day!
Getting together with others is good for you
Socializing with those you love and sharing experiences not only makes you smile, but it does wonders for your health. Your mood improves, your immune system strengthens, and your memory and cognitive function grows sharper. And the fall festivals near Palm Harbor give you lots of ways to build new connections and entertain visiting friends and family.
Whether it’s the Dunedin Art Harvest, St. Pete Fall Festival, or Clearwater Fall Festival, you’ll find Palm Harbor, Florida, is a prime location for getting out and about.
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Fall festivals near Palm Harbor: the fun is waiting!
Clearwater Fall Festival
October 3, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Countryside Recreation Center.
Carnival games, prizes, music, and more. Costumes encouraged—a surprise meet-and-greet with Halloween characters! Admission is free for the Clearwater Family Fall Festival.
St. Pete Fall Fest
October 18, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Spa Beach Park, St. Pete Pier.
Music, games, face painting, artisans, fall treats, seasonal food, and the St. Pete Pier Pumpkin Patch. Plus, an epic Drone Show—1,000 synchronized drones lighting the sky over Tampa Bay. The St. Pete Fall Festival is one of the most popular of all fall festivals near Palm Harbor.
Dunedin Art Harvest
November 1-2, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dunedin Highlander Park.
As the largest autumn art show in the Tampa Bay area. The Dunedin Art Harvest is a highly respected juried show of high-quality art with balanced media involving over 200 artists invited to showcase their original artwork. The Dunedin Art Harvest show helps fund The Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin.
Tarpon Springs Haunted History Tours
Weekly through Dec 31, 2025.
Haunted hotspots include the historic Train Depot, eerie Louise’s Saloon, and the perplexing Cheney House. Knowledgeable guides will lead you through the shadowy streets, sharing tales of ghosts, spirits, and other supernatural phenomena.
Smartly Dressed Fashion Show & Luncheon
November 6, doors open at 10 a.m., show and luncheon at noon.
Location: The Coliseum in St. Petersburg. Cocktails, preview of Dillard’s fall line-up for men and women, and shop at pop-up boutique.
Sanding Ovations
November 20-23 and 29-30. Treasure Island beach.
Get ready to be amazed! The magic happens when master sculptors use their imaginations and turn piles of sand and buckets of water into “outSANDing” works of art. Live music, food, a craft market and a children’s area featuring sand-sculpting lessons. Free.
Even more reasons to get outside and enjoy beautiful fall days in the Palm Harbor area
An added perk to all the great activities in the Palm Harbor area is that there is so much you can do outside, with delightful temperatures and gorgeous scenery making each activity even more enjoyable. Getting outside is good for you!
Related: Sunshine and Seniors: Why Getting Outdoors Matters.
Here’s just a few suggestions:
St. Pete BikeFest™
November 20-23.
A great way to get outside and enjoy the season! This four-day rally is one of the most electrifying events in the state. Set against the stunning scenery of the Tampa Bay area, with the award-winning sands of the Pinellas beaches just a throttle away, this festival is packed with endless excitement and unforgettable experiences—bring your bike or just come be part of the energy.
The St. Petersburg Second Saturday ArtWalk
October 11-December 13, every second Saturday, from 5 to 9 p.m.
A coming together of the Central Arts District, Grand Central District, Warehouse Arts District, Uptown Arts District and downtown Waterfront with many galleries and studios hosting the opening night of their latest exhibit. Visit your favorite artist and treat yourself to dinner, drinks or dessert at a local restaurant.
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And who doesn’t love a great market? St. Mark Village residents have access to the best year-round!
Gulfport Fresh Market
Every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Gulfport’s historic Waterfront District on Beach Boulevard, below 28th Avenue South, that also features independent shops, boutiques, galleries, its own beach and a large cluster of restaurants, all within easy walking distance. This fun event offers a variety of foods, handmade bath and body products, crafts and art, and live music.
Dunedin Downtown Market
9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, year-round.
November through May location is John L. Lawrence Pioneer Park. An open-air fresh market with 60+ local vendors selling produce, plants, eggs, meats, cheeses, fresh baked goods, take home foods, ready-to-eat lunch bites and locally made handcrafts.
Corey Ave Sunday Market
Every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. year-round, in the heart of downtown St. Pete Beach.
Some 100 vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, clothing, jewelry, art, home décor, gifts, souvenirs, and more. Enjoy refreshments, breakfast, brunch, lunch, and desserts.
So much to do, so many ways to enjoy this special chapter of life. At St. Mark Village, we think you’ve love it here!
Whether you’re looking for things to do in the fall, or a whole new way of life that lets you savor a carefree lifestyle every day of the year, St. Mark Village in Palm Harbor could be just right for you. It’s all here: vibrant senior living, the promise of Life Care, fabulous amenities, good friends, beautiful residences, and much more—as well as the peace of mind of seamless access to future care options. Come see us today!
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