The image shows an arrangement of white, orange, and beige pumpkins placed on hay bales, set in a fall or harvest display.

Third Annual Fall Festival

at The Shores Resort & Spa

Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 10 AM–4 PM

Open to the Public!

Who says fall needs sweaters? At The Shores, we’re welcoming the season Florida-style: with ocean breezes, coastal flavors, family-friendly fun, and a little friendly competition.

Join us for our Third Annual Fall Festival, where autumn traditions meet laid-back days by the Atlantic. From our Charity Chili Cook-Off and petting zoo to festive arts & crafts, picture-perfect fall photo ops, seasonal goodies, a fall bake sale, seasonal sips, cookout favorites, and more, there’s plenty of fall fun waiting for the whole family at The Shores.

A skillet of beef stew with mixed vegetables, surrounded by fresh cherry tomatoes, garlic, herbs, olive oil, and spices.

2nd Annual Charity Chili Cook-Off

11 AM–4 PM

A Little Heat for a Great Cause

Local organizations are turning up the heat and bringing their best chili recipes to The Shores! Sample each creation for just $5, cast your vote for your favorite, and see who takes home this year’s top chili honors.

Best of all, 100% of tasting proceeds benefit the Marine Science Center.

Participating organizations coming soon.

Fall Fun, Shores Style

Sunshine, ocean breezes, and plenty of fall fun await at The Shores. From family-friendly activities to festive entertainment and seasonal favorites, there are plenty of reasons to spend the day celebrating fall by the beach.

The table features a display of children's books titled

Calling All Little Readers & Dog Lovers!

We’re welcoming Elizabeth "Beth" Martinell, children’s book author of The Adventures of Bravo and Buster, to The Shores!

Meet the author and discover the tail-wagging adventures of Bravo and Buster as they explore Florida.

Goats are eating green grass through a wooden fence.

Noah's Landing Petting Zoo

12–3 PM

Meet furry and feathered friends from Noah’s Landing, including bunnies, lambs, goats, chicks, and more. Stop by for an up-close experience and plenty of adorable photo opportunities.

Kids are painting and decorating cookies or cookies with icing at a colorful table.

Paint, Create & Take It Home!

Let your little ones get creative during our Fall Festival! Stop by 'Poured to Paint Cottage' for a fun plaster craft activity where kids can paint their own creation and make a special fall memory to take home.

A basket of assorted cookies, powdered sugar confections, and Halloween treats on a table with candles and fall leaves.

Sweeten Your Fall Festival

Treat yourself to something sweet at our Fall Festival Bake Sale! Stop by for a selection of delicious baked goodies and seasonal treats, the perfect way to add a little extra sweetness to a fun-filled day at The Shores.