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Despite its name, Dia de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a festive celebration in South American and Central America to honor deceased relatives, satirize the living, and entice the spirits to visit flower-laden altars with food “offerings.” It is considered a cheerful celebration rather than one of mourning. Admission is free; vendor …

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October is full of fall fun things to do, from Octoberfest through Halloween. South Florida has myriad activities, festivals and celebrations and many are free or cheap for families to attend. And, of course, we hope you and your kids not only enjoy these events but also that everyone stays safe, whether it’s picking out …

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Gather your friends, family, blankets and chairs and head over to Canyon Amphitheater in Boynton Beach on the third Saturday of each month (except June-August) the Legends on the Lawn concert series. Legends on the Lawn is free! Just your top outdoor music concert series in a leisurely setting among friends. Legends on the Lawn …

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Art & Jazz on The Avenue, is the signature art and music event produced four times a year in different areas of downtown Delray Beach. It’s like a community block party and admission is free. Website with more information and entertainment details. Adults, children and pets are encouraged to be dressed in their favorite Halloween …

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The public is invited to attend a very special and spooky Halloween event to frolic among the Florida flora and fauna at this natural setting in Lantana. Take your little ghouls, goblins, princesses and superheroes for a freaky Friday night they won’t forget. Haunted Nature Preserve When: Friday, Oct. 24, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. …

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The party continues, as the city celebrates year 100 with sight and song. This multimedia Big Band extravaganza takes the audience on a journey back to the town’s founding. Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, at 8 p.m.; doors open at 7 Free concert at Mizner Park Amphitheater CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION An encore presentation of the show that …

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Downtown Lake Worth Beach is hosting a free block party on Friday, Oct. 31, from 6 p.m. to midnight will transform into a Halloween celebration of music, costumes, and community. What: The Halloween J Street Block Party (Presented by Zoo Gym Lake Worth) Where: Downtown Lake Worth Beach – J Street & Lake Avenue Block Admission: …

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Celebrate Halloween with the animals! Annual Halloween Celebration at Busch Wildlife What: Trick-or-treating, Trivia, Tattoos, & more When: Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, 17855 Rocky Pines Road, Jupiter Cost: Free Website Trick-or-treat along the nature trails while supplies last, after joining the staff for the following special …

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Fall festivals in Palm Beach County If you know of a free or cheap Halloween event or fall festival we should cover, please email the details to news@southfloridaonthecheap.com. You can also enter your events of any price range at our community calendar. Pumpkin patches, fall festivals, Oktoberfests and Halloween events in South Florida Pumpkin Patches …

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