A spooky Halloween-themed sign reading "Central Florida" in large, vintage-style letters with bats on a dark background.

Discover spooky things to do in Orlando and Central Florida, from Halloween events and haunted attractions to local businesses, artists, markets, and hidden gems.

From spooky-season small businesses and eerie-cool artists to can’t-miss community events. This corner of Haunt and House shines a light on everything that makes our region unforgettable. Whether you’re a local looking for your next adventure or a future homeowner getting to know the area, these stories, creators, and haunts bring Central Florida’s true spirit to life.

Store shelf displaying various Halloween masks, including white, silver, and black masks, some with spooky designs, along with Halloween-themed toys and decorations.
A human skull adorned with an elaborate golden crown decorated with gemstones and intricate designs.
Vintage-style sign reading "Local Business" with decorative borders and distressed texture, dark background with orange accents.
Vintage-style sign with the word "EVENTS" in large, distressed beige letters on a black background, decorated with orange ornamental designs in the corners and a border.

A curated coven of Central Florida’s most enchanting small businesses — from oddities shops to cozy cafés and haunted-home décor havens.

Your guide to the festivals, markets, spooky gatherings, and seasonal celebrations that light up Central Florida.

A person with a painted skull face, with a deep scratch on their forehead, having makeup applied around their eyes by a makeup artist.
A close-up of a black cat with yellow eyes, crouching on a textured surface with a blurred autumnal background.
Vintage-style sign with the word 'ARTISTS' in large, distressed beige letters, decorative orange border and corner embellishments on black, cracked background.
Vintage Halloween sign with the text 'Haunt & Help' in bold, distressed font, framed by an orange ornate border on a black background.

A showcase of local creators — painters, makers, musicians, storytellers, and all the wonderfully weird talents who give Central Florida its soul.

From animal rescues to housing support and arts preservation, these charities remind us that magic grows strongest when we give back.