Who makes the best meatballs on the beach? Restaurants will create their tastiest and vie for the title in an attempt to beat last year’s winner, Angelo’s Steak & Pasta. There will also be trick or treating and activities for children, vendors and a Halloween Rod Run Car Show. Proceeds from the event benefit the Champion Autism Network.

Surfside Drive and Yaupon Drive S. in Surfside. Saturday, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Visit website for prices. championautisumnetwork.com