OCTOBER
October 18
Seahorse Key Light Station Open House
Cedar Key: Experience this pre-Civil War lighthouse, featuring the UF field research lab and historical light station or get back to nature with a hike along the winding dune-side trail. Access the island by boat, shuttle or private craft. Rain date: Oct. 19 Free. Takes place 9am-3pm on Seahorse Key Island. Info: www.fws.gov

October 18 & 19
Seafood Festival
Cedar Key: Celebrate local fisherman with a parade, arts and crafts handmade from the area’s iconic cedar trees, live music, shopping, family fun, plus fresh clam chowder, oysters, smoked mullet dip and corn on the cob! Free. Takes place 10am-5pm at 192 2nd St. Info: https://visitlevy.com

Oct. 31-Nov. 2
Pirate Invasion
Cedar Key: Release your inner pirate at this annual celebration of pillage and plunder featuring gun and cannon demos, wenches, sea shanties, pirate grub and grog, costume contests, a treasure chest raffle, mermaids and more! Free. Takes place Fri: 12-7pm; Sat: 8am-6pm; Sun: 10am-3pm at 192 2nd St.
 Info: https://cedarkeypiratefest.com/

NOVEMBER
Give Thanks Festival
Williston: Salute our veterans with a heartfelt day of celebration featuring inspiring guest speakers, a classic car show, live music, food trucks, and a vendor marketplace. Free. Takes place 10am-3pm at 1050 NE 6th Blvd. Info: https://bit.ly/4k87T2Q

DECEMBER
December 13
SantaCon
Cedar Key: Toast the holidays with a festive afternoon of seasonal spirits and merriment at four local watering holes. Dress like Santa, Christmas-themed, or in your holiday best and enjoy an afternoon of good cheer! Free. Ages 21+. Takes place 3pm 12050 FL-24. Info: www.cedarkey.org