Clearwater Threshers host free Boo Bash at BayCare Ballpark Oct. 31

By Clearwater Sentinel staff · October 19, 2026 · 1 min read

Official Boo Bash flier advertising free entry, trick-or-treating, a costume parade and photo ops at BayCare Ballpark on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 8 p.m. — Official flier for Boo Bash at BayCare Ballpark, a free Halloween event on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 8 p.m. Clearwater Threshers / City of Clearwater

The Clearwater Threshers and the city's Parks and Recreation Department will host Boo Bash, a free Halloween event, at BayCare Ballpark on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 5 to 8 p.m.

Kids in costume can trick-or-treat along the concourse, where more than 25 candy stations run by local businesses and vendors will offer candy and goodies, according to the team's event page. The event also features hayrides, inflatable games, a costume parade on the field and photo opportunities. Parking is free.

Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Frenchy's Tiki Pavilion, concession stands, the playground and restrooms will all be open, the Threshers said on Instagram.

BayCare Ballpark is at 601 Old Coachman Rd.

Upcoming community event:

Saturday, Oct. 31: Boo Bash, BayCare Ballpark, 5 to 8 p.m. Free.

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