OL... The Place You Go | Halloweekends 2023

Happy Halloweekends, Ocean Lakes!


Welcome to Halloweekends, our Halloween extravaganza that promises to be bigger, better, and spookier than ever before. We've spared no expense in bringing back beloved events while adding in fresh, fun, and family-friendly experiences. Buckle up, campers, this blog is your one-way-ticket to unforgettable memories. 


ALL NEW! Halloweekends Activity Booklet
Introducing an exciting addition this year – the Halloweekends Activity Booklet! Get ready for some spooktacular fun with our activity booklet, sticker sheet and crayons, all neatly bundled in a themed bag. For just $3, you can embark on a Halloween adventure like never before. Hurry, these exclusive booklets are available for purchase only at The Recreation Center while supplies last.

Activities / Events


This year, we're thrilled to introduce a range of fresh activities at the Nature Center as well as all new engaging Virtual Scavenger Hunts. Moreover, we're kicking off the fun-filled celebration a each week with activities starting on Wednesday! And, due to popular demand, we're thrilled to announce the return of the highly-anticipated LIVE, IN-PERSON COSTUME CONTEST! New events will have a star beside them (☆). This blog is a quick overview of each activity, to view the details, please visit our website: Halloweekend Activities and Events Full Descriptions


Wednesdays | October 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th


Ghost Bubbles ☆
11 AM at the Nature Center
Ages 7 and under | NO FEE
*Must sign up in advance*

Ghost Rockets ☆
1 PM at the Nature Center
All ages welcome | NO FEE

Halloween Mason Jar Make & Take
2 PM at the Recreation Center, Room C
Ages 10 and up | $5 per jar

Thursdays | October 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th


Haunted Bingo ☆
10 AM at the Nature Center

All ages welcome | NO FEE

Gruesome Germ Lab ☆
12 PM at the Nature Center
All ages welcome | $1 per participant | CASH ONLY

Brutal Bath Bombs ☆
1:30 PM at the Nature Center
Ages 7 and up | $5 per person | CASH ONLY
*Must sign up in advance*


Lazer Tag ☆

*October 5th and 26th Only*

5 PM - 8 PM, at the Recreation Center, Rooms A and B
$10 a person for a 15-minute session
You can return and play again within 3 hours as long as there is availability for no extra charge. 


Fridays | October 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th 


Shark Tooth Necklace ☆

11 AM at the Nature Center

All ages welcome | $5 per participant | CASH ONLY

*Must sign up in advance*

 
Witches Brew ☆

1 PM at the Nature Center

Ages 5 and up | $3 per participant | CASH ONLY

*Must sign up in advance*

 

Spooky Science Lab

3 PM at the Nature Center

Ages 5 and up | $2 per participant | CASH ONLY

 

Halloween Music Bingo & Stupid Trivia

7 PM - 9 PM at the Recreation Center

All ages welcome | NO FEE


Saturdays | October 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th  


Pumpkin Carving/Painting/Decorating Contest 

NO FEE

CONTESTANTS: Drop off Pumpkin from 9 AM - 11:30 AM in the Recreation Center, Room A

VOTERS: 12 PM - 3 PM (You must vote via the Ocean Lakes App or Website) 

We encourage all to join us at the Recreation Center, Room A, to vote for your favorite pumpkins from 12 PM - 3 PM.  


Learn the Thriller Dance

9 AM at the Recreation Center

Ages 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult | $5 per participant


Face Painting
Saturdays 9 AM – 11:00 AM at the Recreation Center
All ages welcome | NO FEE


Fearsome Fishing Tournament ☆

9:15 AM at the Nature Center

All ages welcome | NO FEE

*Bring your own fishing rod and we will provide the bait*


Fall Stencil Art ☆

11 AM at the Nature Center

All ages welcome | $2 per participant 


*IMPORTANT - For ALL Costume Contests, participants MUST show up 15 minutes prior to their scheduled contest time in order to fill out your Information Index Card.*


Pet Costume Contest

Sign Up Before 11 AM, Event begins at 12 PM at the Recreation Center

Fee is $5 per pet, and all proceeds go to Canine Angels.

Ghost Rockets ☆
1 PM at the Nature Center

All ages welcome | NO FEE


Human Costume Contest 

12:45 PM - 3 PM at the Recreation Center

See Schedule below for specific contest times | NO FEE. 


Costume Contest Schedule

12:45 PM: 1 & under  1 PM: 2 - 4 year olds  1:30 PM: 5 - 7 year olds 
2 PM: 8 - 12 year olds 
2:15 PM: Couples 
2:30 PM: Family/Group

Trick or Treating
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
TREATERS: Sign up at the Recreation Office prior to 2 PM on the day of. You will be given a distinctive Halloween sign to put at your site. You can start handing out treats at 4:30 PM. When you run out of candy, please take your sign down.
TRICKSTERS: At 4 PM (NO SOONER!), those wishing to go trick or treating around the campground can pick up the Treat-Friendly Site List at the Recreation Office. NO FEE. 

Trick or Treating is held rain or shine - safety permitting, and will NOT be moved indoors.


Creepy Site Crawl

6:30 PM

SITE DECORATORS: Sign up at the Recreation Office prior to 5 PM on the day of. NO FEE.
SITE JUDGES: You must vote via App/Website at 6 PM (NO SOONER!)

Pick up a list of creepy sites at the Recreation Office! 

Monster Mash Ball
7 PM-9 PM at the Recreation Center
All ages welcome | NO FEE
We will be announcing the winners of the Pumpkin Carving Contest and the Creepy Site Crawl.


A Few Halloweekend Activities/Events Tips:
⇨ If you are participating in ANY of the Halloweekend Costume Contests (Humans OR Pets,) you must arrive 15 minutes before your designated time-slot to fill out your Information Card.  
⇨ Some of the activities require guests to pay in cash! 
⇨ We are still a family-friendly campground. All decorations, costumes and attitudes should reflect this. Remember - there are always young eyes watching!

 

Virtual Activities


Amazing Race Scavenger Hunt
Stop by the Recreation Office to pick up your packet. We will provide you race rules, race questions and race answers in an envelope for you to score yourself once completed. NO PRIZE. NO FEE.

3D Pumpkin Search: Via App
The clues for each scavenger hunt are located throughout the campground. Scan each clue to complete the hunt and earn a badge in the App and a prize! NO FEE.

Clues, Rhymes, Scavenger Hunt Time: Via App

Where's the next clue? What should you do? Find all 10 in order and a prize awaits you.

This rhyming scavenger hunt will have you searching throughout the campground to find the next location. Clues are numbered and must be collected IN ORDER. NO FEE.

Halloween Jar Guessing: Via App
9 AM Friday - 4 PM on Saturday in the Recreation Center
Winner who guesses the closest without going over wins. All winners will be contacted by 8 PM on Saturday night to pick up your prize. NO FEE.


Halloweekend Food Specials

Below are the Food Specials for Halloweekends. They are ONLY available at the Meet N' Eat for purchase!

Cannonball Jellyfish Sundae
Supreme Pizza Special
*Weekends Only (Fri., Sat., Sun.)*
Purchase a 16” Supreme Pizza,
get 2 Free 20 oz. bottled drinks.
 
Green Eggs, Pancakes & Country Ham
*Available daily the month of October*
Savor the classic comfort of fluffy pancakes served with a twist – green eggs, and a side of country ham, bringing a delightful fusion of flavors to your breakfast plate.
 
Cannonball Jellyfish Sundae
*Available daily the month of October*
Experience an explosion of flavors with our Cannonball Jellyfish Sundae, featuring creamy blue monster ice cream, Pop Rocks for a burst of excitement, Swedish Fish for a fruity twist, topped with whipped cream, and an intriguing Jellyfish Goo. Dive into this whimsical treat today!

Halloweekend Souvenirs

2023 Halloweekend t-shirts and cups can be purchased at Sandy Mart or the Main Office Gift Shop. Adult t-shirts are $22, kids t-shirts are $20, and cups are $3 each.


See you soon, and may your Halloweekends be filled with family fun and "frighteningly fantastic memories"! 🎃






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