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Halloween in Wildwood 2026: Trunk-or-Treat, Haunted History and Fall Fun
From a free Spooktacular at the Community Center to a murder mystery dinner inside a historic home, here's how to celebrate Halloween in Wildwood and nearby Oxford this year.
This week in Wildwood
- Coming upMondays with the ManagerMon, Oct 19 · Oxford Community Center
- New storyPainting the Next Chapter: Cecile Madonna's Window Mural Welcomes Readers
From Wildwood Living
Stories from the people, places and changes shaping our community.
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Painting the Next Chapter: Cecile Madonna's Window Mural Welcomes Readers
The artist behind Lola Love Letter filled the front windows of Likely Story Books & More with cosmos, book covers and a whole lot of joy, just in time for its grand opening.
October 2026
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The Bank of Wildwood: The 1908 Building That Still Welcomes Guests on Main Street
Downtown Wildwood's oldest surviving commercial building has lived two lives: first as the city's bank, and now as one of its most beloved places to gather.
Feature
Downtown Wildwood Is Getting Its Main Street Back
A free parking garage, a restaurant building rooted in railroad history and a new plan for the old Martin Theatre. Here's where Wildwood's downtown revival stands in 2026.
Christine’s picks
Fall in Wildwood
- Historic Baker House“One of Wildwood's historic homes, and a reminder that this town has stories worth knowing.”
- Lake Okahumpka Park“Cooler mornings are made for the water. This is where I go to slow down.”
- Cottage Garden
- Miz Kathi's Cotillion Southern Cafe“Made-from-scratch Southern cooking in a dining room full of vintage photographs. Come hungry.”
- Wildwood Antique Mall“Plan to lose an afternoon here. Every booth has something with a story behind it.”
Eat & Drink
Good places to eat around here
- El Edén Mexican Food TruckFeaturedEat & Drink · WildwoodFresh Mexican food from a food truck on South Main Street in Wildwood, open daily 10am to 10pm.
- Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly's Ice CreamEat & Drink · WildwoodCoffee shop at Magnolia Plaza, 2204 Everglades Ln, Wildwood, Florida.
- Honor Grounds Cafe & ThriftEat & Drink · WildwoodCafe in Wildwood, Florida, at 104 Wonders St.
What's happening
Coming up around Wildwood
- Oct19Monday · Oct 19Mondays with the ManagerOxford Community CenterNearby in Oxford
- Oct22Thursday · Oct 22Brown's Homeschool DayBrown's Adventure FarmRepeats · also Oct 29, Nov 5Nearby in Oxford
- Oct23Friday · Oct 23Brown's Group Field TripBrown's Adventure FarmRepeats · also Oct 30, Nov 6Nearby in Oxford
- Oct23Friday · Oct 23Spooktacular PartyWildwood Community Center
Things to Do
Get out and go
- Clarke ParkThings to Do · WildwoodCity park in Wildwood, Florida, at 605 Wilson St.
- Lake Deaton ParkThings to Do · WildwoodCity park in Wildwood, Florida, at 5300 County Road 155.
- Lake Okahumpka ParkThings to Do · WildwoodWildwood public park offering disc golf, playground, pavilions, fishing, a boat ramp, and walking trails.
- Martin Luther King Jr. ParkThings to Do · WildwoodCity park in Wildwood, Florida, at 600 Walker Road, with a splash pad.
- Millennium ParkThings to Do · WildwoodCity park in Wildwood, Florida, at 1300 Huey Street.
Local services
Who to call
Trusted help around Wildwood, from lawn care to healthcare.
- Son Life Lawn & LandscapingFeaturedLawn & Landscaping · WildwoodWildwood lawn care and landscaping, from weekly mowing to full landscape and hardscape projects.
- Alluring Grace PhotographyProfessional Services · WildwoodWildwood photographer specializing in maternity, newborn, and family portrait photography with a warm, personalized approach.
- JGP CreativeProfessional Services · WildwoodWildwood-based creative services studio offering design and marketing support for local businesses.
- Right at Home – WildwoodHealth & Wellness · Wildwood24-hour home care agency in Wildwood offering companion care, personal assistance, and housekeeping for seniors.
- Roofing the VillagesHome Services · WildwoodWildwood-based roofer known for honest estimates, storm damage response, and high-quality residential installations.
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