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This Thursday's Events List features over 40 events and things to do in and around town.

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🍲 2024 Chili Cook-Off 
🎃 Haunted Halloween Market
🎬 Nightmare On Elm Street | Freddy Vs. Jason 

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 💥 Trunk or Treat at Chesterbrook Academy 
📅 Friday, October 18, 2024 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT 
📍 9861 Southwest Village Pkwy, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34987

🍬 Safe trick-or-treating event with games, prizes, music, raffles, and food. Costumes encouraged! Free event with a high-energy and fun vibe.

💥 Knightmare in the Dungeon: Halloween Spooktacular 
📅 Friday, October 18, 2024 | 6:00 PM EDT 
📍 Iron Knight Gym, 567 NW Mercantile PL., Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

🎭 Trunk-or-treat, Halloween workouts, costume contest, games, and activities for kids. Free event.

💥 Adult Only Paint Night 
📅 Friday, October 18, 2024 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT 
📍 SusieDoos Playhouse, 2721 SE Morningside Blvd

🖌️ Enjoy a night out with BOYB, games, and prizes! Price includes your piece to paint, paint supplies, hors d'oeuvres, and non-alcoholic drinks. Limited quantities available, so register early! Tickets up to $20, elegant and classy vibe.

💥 Harvest Hayride & Bonfire in the Preserve 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM 
📍 McCarty Ranch Preserve, 12525 Range Line Rd, Port St Lucie, FL 34987-2112

🍂 Annual event featuring a jack-o-lantern trail, hayrides, petting zoo, and live music. Admission is free, parking is $5. High-energy and fun vibe.

💥 Saturday Music & Movement 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 10:30 AM EDT 
📍 SusieDoos Playhouse, 2721 SE Morningside Blvd, PSL

🕺 Join for a fun-filled morning of music and movement at our indoor playground and activity center. Admission is $15 per child and includes access to the playground and the Music & Movement session. High-energy and fun vibe.

💥 Classic Car Show 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 
📍 2625 Southeast Cove Road, Stuart, FL 34997

🏆 View classic cars, chat with owners, and enjoy light snacks. Fundraising for Treasure Coast Alzheimer and Parkinson's Association. Tours of the senior living community available. Tickets up to $20, educational and informative vibe.

💥 Troop 422's Haunted Trail 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM EDT 
📍 2240 SE Walton Rd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

🎃 Spooky Halloween event with food, drinks, and Kona Ice available for purchase. Admission: $5 for one-time entry, $10 for unlimited entry. Relaxed and chill vibe.

💥 18th Annual TCI Film, Art, & Music Festival 
📅 Sunday, October 20, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT 
📍 Location not specified

🎨 Join us for a celebration of artists from around the world! Enjoy film screenings, workshops, seminars, meet and greets, award galas, and after parties. Whether you're a film lover or creator, there's something for everyone with over 60 films screening throughout the festival. Tickets up to $20, educational and informative vibe.

💥 Discovery Church Trunk or Treat
 📅 Wednesday, October 23, 2024 | 6:30 PM 
📍 4441 South 25th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34981

👻 Retro video game-themed trunk-or-treat event with food trucks and coffee shop. Free event with a high-energy and fun vibe.

💥 Haunted Halloween Market 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EDT 
📍 Honeybee Hollow Apothecary, 10110 S US Hwy 1 PSL

👻 A spooktacular fall day with trick-or-treating, costumes, creepy activities, and local businesses. Dressing up is encouraged!

💥 Downtown Fort Pierce Farmer's Market 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | Morning 
📍 101 Melody Ln, Fort Pierce, FL

Check out fresh produce and local crafts by the water. Free event with a relaxed and chill vibe.

💥 Jazz Market 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | Morning 
📍 Gazebo Park, Fort Pierce, FL

Explore a variety of creative arts and crafts, including handmade items, stained glass, and more. Proceeds support education programs and local scholarships. Free event with a relaxed and chill vibe.

💥 Vero Beach Farmers Market 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | Morning 
📍 Farmers' Market Oceanside Vero Beach, FL

Explore fresh foods, horticultural products, and unique beachside shopping. Free event with a relaxed and chill vibe.

💥 Full Moon Market 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 
📍 3245 SW Port St Lucie Blvd., Port Saint Lucie, FL

🎨 Local artisan market featuring 7 local artists showcasing their creations. Free event with a relaxed and chill vibe.

💥 Tradition Neighborhood Market 
📅 Sunday, October 20, 2024 | Morning 
📍 Tradition Square, Port St. Lucie, FL

Shop for local produce, artisan products, and more at this Sunday market. Free event with a relaxed and chill vibe.

💥 Wednesday Green Market 
📅 Wednesday, October 23, 2024 | Morning 
📍 Marina Square, Fort Pierce, FL

Explore fresh produce, local crafts, and more at this midweek market. Free event with a relaxed and chill vibe.

💥 Friday Drive In Horror Movie Nights | Nightmare On Elm Street | Freddy Vs. Jason 
📅 Friday, October 18, 2024 | 7:45 PM 
📍 601 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce, FL 34949

Gates open at 6:45 PM. First movie starts at 7:45 PM, second movie at 9:30 PM. Double feature! Bring your family, friends, or come alone if you dare! Tickets up to $20, high-energy and fun vibe.

💥 Saturday Drive In Movie Nights | Hocus Pocus 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 7:30 PM 
📍 Treasure Coast Park and Watch, 601 Seaway Drive Fort Pierce, FL 34949

🚙 Gates open at 6:15 PM. $10 per vehicle. Sound transmitted via FM radio 87.9 FM. Concessions available on-site. High-energy and fun vibe.

💥 Parent's Night Out Halloween Party 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM EDT 
📍 Ultimate Allstars, 577 Northwest Interpark Place, Port Saint Lucie, FL

🎃 Costume contest, games, trick-or-treating, and pizza. $20 cash only. All costumes must be family-friendly.

💥 Spooky Silent Disco 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM 
📍 Hop Life Brewing Company, 679 NW Enterprise Drive suite # 101, Port Saint Lucie

🕺 Halloween-themed silent disco with costume contest. 21+ event. Free event with an elegant and classy vibe.

💥 2024 Chili Cook-Off 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM 
📍 Clover Park, 31 Piazza Dr, Port St Lucie, FL 34986

🥘 42nd Annual free, family-oriented event hosted by Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County. Free event with a relaxed and chill vibe.

💥 Open Mic at Harmony Music Lounge 
📅 Thursday, October 17, 2024 | 7:00 PM 
📍 Harmony Music Lounge, 116 Avenue A, Fort Pierce, FL

Show off your talent at the Harmony Music Lounge open mic night! Free event with a relaxed and chill vibe, perfect for solo performers, friends/family, or couples.

💥 B.J. Parks at Pirate's Cove 
📅 Thursday, October 17, 2024 | 4:00 PM 
📍 Pirate's Cove, Port St. Lucie, FL

Enjoy an afternoon of acoustic music with B.J. Parks at Pirate's Cove. Tickets up to $20, relaxed and chill atmosphere suitable for solo attendees, couples, or friends/family.

💥 TOM MACLEAR AND RENELLE 
📅 Friday, October 18, 2024 
📍 Location not specified

Boot Stompin' Country & Blues. $9 entertainment fee. Tom played for Rod Stewart, Annie Lennox, and The Dirt Band.

💥 Jonah Tran Live at Pierced 
📅 Friday, October 18, 2024 
📍 Location not specified

Live music performance by Jonah Tran.

💥 TCIFAM LEVITT Concert 
📅 Friday, October 18, 2024 | Evening 
📍 Fort Pierce City Marina, 1 Avenue A, Fort Pierce

🌟 Featuring Grammy nominee Paula Zuleta & Las Divas Allstars. Free concert with a relaxed and chill vibe, suitable for all types of attendees.

💥 Soulful Saturday at Sweet Desires Dessert Lounge 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM 
📍 44 Royal Palm Pointe, Vero Beach, FL 32960

🍰 Enjoy live music while indulging in desserts and handcrafted cocktails. Tickets up to $20, educational and informative vibe.

💥 Dueling Pianos 
📅 Friday, October 18, 2024 | 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM 
📍 679 NW Enterprise Drive suite # 101, Port Saint Lucie

🍺 Enjoy a night of dueling pianos at this locally owned brewery. Seating is first come, first serve. No outside food or drink, no personal cups, 21 and over only. Tickets up to $20, elegant and classy vibe.

💥 Bodhisattva BLUES AND ORIGINALS BAND
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024
📍 210 N 2nd St, Fort Pierce, FL 34950-4400, United States

💥 Old Hippies Live at Pierced Cider 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 
📍 Location not specified

Live music performance by Old Hippies.

💥 SWAYZE w/ SENSAMOTION & CLOUD9 VIBES 
📅 Saturday, October 19, 2024 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM 
📍 Terra Fermata, 26 Southeast 6th Street Stuart, FL 34994

🎤 Part of The Permanent Shwaycation Tour 2024. Featuring Shwayze with support from Sensamotion & Cloud9 Vibes. Tickets $20-$50, high-energy and fun vibe.

💥 Stones Clones at Rock'n Riverwalk 
📅 Sunday, October 20, 2024 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 
📍 St Lucie Ave, Stuart, FL 34994

🎵 Free live music in Historic Downtown Stuart featuring a Rolling Stones tribute band. Relaxed and chill vibe, suitable for all types of attendees.

💥 Dave Scott Family Jam
 📅 Wednesday, October 23, 2024 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM 
📍 Filthy's Fine Cocktails & Beer, 1238 16th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960

🥁 Weekly jam session showcasing local musicians. Open to performers and listeners alike. Tickets up to $20, relaxed and chill vibe.

💥 Haunted Harvest 2024 
📅 Friday, October 18, 2024 | 6:00 PM - 11:59 PM 
📍 Saint Lucie Farm Preserve, 2651 Minute Maid Rd, Fort Pierce, FL 34945

🚜 Family-friendly event featuring U-Pick pumpkins, sunflowers, and zinnias, haunted hay rides, pumpkin catapult, corn cannon, and more. Free event with a high-energy and fun vibe.

💥 Watson Realty Trick-OR-Treat 
📅 Monday, October 21, 2024 | Afternoon 
📍 1648 SE Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

👻 Annual family-friendly indoor trick-or-treat event. Free event with a high-energy and fun vibe.