Beach-O-Ween 2026: Cat Country 98.7 Costume Contest on Pensacola Beach
Bring your little pirates, monsters, superheroes and ghosts to Beach-O-Ween on Friday, October 16, 2026! Join Cat Country 98.7 at the Pensacola Beach Shell for a costume contest featuring three age groups and trophies for first and second place.
Make an evening of it! Beach-O-Ween runs 4–8 PM at the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk, with free games and activities, face painting, candy, hotdogs and family fun.
Cat Country Costume Contest Schedule
Find your child’s age group below and arrive ready to register 30 minutes before their contest. Registration is first come, first served.
| Age group | Registration time | Contest time |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 0–6 | 4:15 PM | 4:45 PM |
| Ages 7–12 | 5:15 PM | 5:45 PM |
| Teens | 6:15 PM | 6:45 PM |
Contest location: Pensacola Beach Shell at the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk.
Awards: Trophies for first and second place.
Free Halloween Fun at the Beach
Beach-O-Ween brings families together for an evening of Halloween fun on Pensacola Beach. Along with the Cat Country 98.7 Costume Contest, enjoy:
- Free games and activities
- Face painting
- Candy
- Hotdogs
- Family fun at the Boardwalk
Wear your costume, bring the family and join us for a spooky good time by the water!
Plan Your Visit
Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
Beach-O-Ween hours: 4–8 PM
Event location: Pensacola Beach Boardwalk
Costume contest location: Pensacola Beach Shell
Admission: Free
Allow time to park and reach the Shell before your age group’s registration time.
View the Beach-O-Ween event listing on Visit Pensacola.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Beach-O-Ween 2026?
Beach-O-Ween takes place Friday, October 16, 2026, from 4–8 PM.
Where is the Cat Country costume contest?
The contest takes place at the Pensacola Beach Shell at the Pensacola Beach Boardwalk.
What time does each age group compete?
Ages 0–6 compete at 4:45 PM, ages 7–12 at 5:45 PM, and teens at 6:45 PM.
How do we register?
Register at the event 30 minutes before your age group’s contest. Registration is first come, first served.
Are there prizes?
Trophies will be awarded for first and second place.
Is Beach-O-Ween free?
Yes! Admission, games and activities are free.
