Whether you’re looking for something to do with the kids, a spooky night out or just an excuse to enjoy some fall weather, there are plenty of events happening throughout October. Here are some of the biggest fall and Halloween events to put on your calendar, organized from north to south....Indian River County
Fall Festivals & Markets
- Vero Beach Oktoberfest: Oct. 16-18 at the Indian River County Fairgrounds. German food, live music, beer and family activities.
Halloween Events
- Vero Beach Halloween Parade and Costume Contest: Oct. 31 in downtown Vero Beach.
- Sebastian Scream 5K: Oct. 24 in Sebastian. Includes a costume contest, trunk-or-treat and other Halloween activities.
Spooky & Haunted
- A Haunted Garden Evening: Oct. 17 in Vero Beach.
- Haunted Rail Trail: Part of the Sebastian Scream 5K event on Oct. 24.
St. Lucie County
Fall Festivals & Markets
- Artisan Market Fall Festival: Oct. 2 in Port St. Lucie.
- Keiser University Port St. Lucie Fall Festival: Oct. 3. Live music, vendors, food trucks, a petting zoo and pony rides.
- Port St. Lucie Oktoberfest: Oct. 3 at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center.
- Hamilton Farms Fall Festival: Oct. 17-18 and Oct. 24-25 in Fort Pierce.
- Peaceful Pumpkin Patch at The Old Citrus Estate: October in Port St. Lucie.
- Port St. Lucie Fall Fun Fest: Oct. 30-Nov. 1. Carnival rides, live music, food, a fall marketplace and trick-or-treating. Admission is free!
Halloween Events
- Ghosts of Fort Pierce Past: Oct. 17-24 in downtown Fort Pierce.
- Port St. Lucie Fall Fun Fest: Oct. 30-Nov. 1. Includes Halloween and trick-or-treating activities.
Spooky & Haunted
- Walking Ghost Tour at The Port: Oct. 15 in Port St. Lucie.
- Ghosts of Fort Pierce Past: Oct. 17-24 in downtown Fort Pierce.
Martin County
Fall Festivals & Markets
- Martin County Fall Fest and Movie Night: Oct. 9 in Jensen Beach.
- Newfield Harvest Festival: Oct. 10-11 in Palm City.
- Blooming Freedom Fall Market: Oct. 10 in Palm City.
- Pumpkin Towne: October in Stuart.
Halloween Events
- Spooktacular Night at the Park: Oct. 16 in Stuart.
- Hobgoblins on Main Street: Oct. 24 in downtown Stuart.
- MCSO Trunk or Treat: Oct. 31 in Stuart.
Spooky & Haunted
- Monster Mash at the Museum: Oct. 23 in Stuart. For ages 21 and older.
- Beyond the Veil: Oct. 24 at the House of Refuge.
- Treasure Coast Halloween Half Marathon and Relay: Oct. 25 in Stuart.
North Palm Beach County
Fall Festivals & Markets
- Jupiter PumpkinFest: Oct. 10 at Harbourside Place.
- Palm Beach Gardens Fall Festival: Oct. 24. Trick-or-treating, live entertainment, inflatables and food trucks.
Halloween Events
- Clematis by FRIGHT: Oct. 29 in downtown West Palm Beach. Free hayrides, trick-or-treating, inflatables and live music.
- MoonFest: Halloween season on Clematis Street in West Palm Beach.
Spooky & Haunted
- Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds: Multiple October dates in West Palm Beach. Haunted houses and Halloween attractions.
South Palm Beach County
Fall Festivals & Markets
- Boca Raton Pumpkin Events: October in Boca Raton, including seasonal pumpkin activities.
Halloween Events
- Delray Beach Kidsfest and Halloween Parade: Oct. 24 in downtown Delray Beach. Trick-or-treating, a parade, vendors and kids’ activities.
- The Witches of Delray Bike Ride: October in downtown Delray Beach.
- Boynton Beach Haunted Pirate Fest and Mermaid Splash: Oct. 31-Nov. 1 in downtown Boynton Beach. Pirates, mermaids, live entertainment, a parade and costume contest. Admission is free!
- Halloween by the Sea: October at Gumbo Limbo in Boca Raton.
Spooky & Haunted
- Boynton Beach Haunted Pirate Fest and Mermaid Splash: Oct. 31-Nov. 1 in downtown Boynton Beach, including a haunted trail.
- Halloween by the Sea: October at Gumbo Limbo in Boca Raton.
Dates and details can change, so check with individual event organizers before heading out!
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