This 10 mile and 5K event runs along the coast of the 6th best beach in the U.S. at Fort De Soto park. The race begins at 8 a.m. with a Kid's Run at 9:45 a.m. Proceeds from the race benefit the Clean Beaches Council and the Blue Wave Program. Blue Wave is the nation's first environmental beach management program. For more information, call 727-464-7200.

This autumn harvest will be held at the Pinellas Pioneer Settlement at Boyd Hill Nature Park. There will be an old time farmers market and plenty of events and activities for adults and children. For more information, call 727-893-7326.

In its 22nd year, the annual Jazz Holiday brings together all veins of jazz music together in 4 days of free entertainment at Coachman Park in downtown Clearwater. From bebop to blues, from big band to the compositions of Frank Zappa, there is something for everyone. For more information, call 727-461-5200.

The largest collection of manufacturers of hot and spicy foods in the eastern U.S. gather at the Bayfront Arena. More than 120 exhibitors, tastings, hot sauces, salsas, snacks, cooking demonstrations by noted chefs, and amateur hot and spicy cooking contests. The event is scheduled for 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. The price of admission is $6. For more information, call 727-892-5767.

This kid-friendly event is hosted by the hands-on museum in downtown St. Petersburg. The exhibit include ghostly sights and surprises throughout the month. For more information, call 727-821-8992.

Howl-O-Scream returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with one purpose: immerse guests in a startling landscape of fright over 14 haunting nights. Howl-O-Scream drifts brave souls though five haunted houses, adrenaline-loaded attractions and encounters with hundreds of ghouls and goblins. Featuring jaw-dropping special effects and eye-popping terror, the never-before-seen haunted houses are Escape from Insanity, Curse of Tut’s Tomb, Screaming Reality, Creeper’s Crypt and Night Stalker in 3-D. For more information, call 888-800-5447 or 813-987-5082.

Just in time for Halloween, The Jobsite Theater and The Center Theater Company bring Titus Andronicus, Shakespear's bloodiest and most macabre play. Thrills and chills as well as unexpected delights are guaranteed in this vengeful world of murder and madness. For more information, call 813-229-STAR or 800-955-1045 outside the Tampa bay area.

The Smithsonian and Florida International Museum celebrate the marriage of calligraphy and philately in an innovative exhibition featuring award-winning artistic envelopes. Approximately 137 stamped, canceled, delivered, juried and awarded works will be featured.

The Florida Focus exhibition at the Gulf Coast Museum of Art is designed to explore the state of contemporary art in Florida. The exhibit presents major new works from a diverse group of artists who explore contemporary issues relative to aspects of life in Florida. For more information, call 727-518-6833.

Florida sculptor, Celeste Roberge, will utilize antique furniture, stones, cypress wood and other materials to reinterpret the traditional tropical living space referred to as the "Florida Room." For more information, call 727-518-6833.

It's Our Nature guides a Nature Awareness Walk with Bird Watching through Honeymoon Island Recreation Area every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Duration is 2 hours. In addition to the state park fee, cost is $10 per person and $6 per child. For more information, call 727-441-2599.

Gulfport showcases the galleries and shops that make up its ArtVillage. Guests can browse and enjoy a festive evening featuring art, music and more in this pedestrian-friendly historic district. More than 40 galleries, studios, boutiques and restaurants are featured in this monthly event from 6-10 p.m. Most shops serve free treats and refreshments. For more information, call 727-321-7741.

St. Petersburg closes its main street for a street party on Central Avenue and Third Street in the heart of downtown. This block party features free live music from 5:30 to 10 p.m. For more information, call 727-895-0051.

Gulfport showcases the galleries and shops that make up its ArtVillage. Guests can visit the many wonderful shops that feature original paintings, pottery, handmade jewelry, wearable art, sculptures, hand blown glass, collectibles and much more at this village gathering. Gulfport's Art Village features shops, restaurants, cafes and nightspots on Beach Blvd. The stroll runs 6-10 p.m. For more information, call 727-321-0830.