Fire Fest: Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Oct. 17

Are you up for a fall drive to ignite some special seasonal fun? FireFest 2026 is a unique opportunity to explore Jonathan Dickinson State Park, learn about local wildlife, and engage in a variety of entertainment and educational activities.

FireFest 2026

• When: Saturday, Oct. 27, from 1 to 9 p.m.
• Where: Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Hobe Sound in Martin County, about 30 miles north of West Palm Beach.

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There will be a spooky trail, a kids zone, live music, demonstrations, guided nature walks, and educational talks from expert rangers about the crucial role of prescribed fire.

Featured activities:

• Bounce House/Siide all-day entry (1-6 p.m.): $5
• Vehicle entry ticket: $6
• Swamp Buggy ride (1-4 p.m.): $25

Buy tickets HERE.

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WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING:

• Weekend celebration: Oktoberfest, Lake Worth, Oct. 17-18
• Free: Jupiter HarbourFest Music Festival, Oct. 16-17
• Spookyville Halloween, West Palm Beach, Oct. 17-31
• Free 3rd Saturday concerts: Legends on the Lawn, Boynton Beach
• Free: HallowMarine at Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Oct. 17-18
• Fall Festival in Wellington, Saturday, Oct. 17
• Free with RSVP: Block Party & concert at Kravis Center, Oct. 17
• Free: Haunted Nature Preserve, Lantana, Oct. 23
• 'Not so Scary' Trunk or Treat in Greenacres, Oct. 22
• PBSO National Night Out, Wellington, Oct. 22

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