Clicky Skip to Content

The folks in Boca Raton take October seriously! Here’s a sample list of some of the planned activities and fall events you’ll want to check out. Booca Boo Days! Events include a bunch of seasonal activities for kids of all ages, at various venues, including libraries and parks, etc. Click on the links below for …

Read More about October means it’s time for ‘Booca Boo Days’

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter invites the public to celebrate its 2nd birthday at its forever home and to party with feathers, fangs and fur at a Halloween bash on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025.   Admission is by donation and everyone is welcome. Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is at 17855 Rocky Pines Road, Jupiter Farms. Trick-or-treat …

Read More about Party with animals in October at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter

Since there is no school on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, for students in Palm Beach County public schools, the City of Boca Raton is inviting families to its first-ever “Rec Pop-Up Day.” This is a day for you and your child to have an opportunity to explore, play, and create fun stuff for free! Rec …

Read More about Free: Family ‘Rec Pop-Up Day,’ Oct. 17, Boca Raton

Here’s a free concert on the Great Lawn at Commons Park, hosted by the Village of Royal Palm Beach. Featured entertainment is “Foreigner” tribute band and it promises to have plenty of food trucks onsite. Food Truck Expo & free concert: Foreigner tribute at Commons Park When: Friday, Oct. 17, 2025; food trucks at 5, …

Read More about Food truck expo and free concert, Royal Palm Beach, Oct. 17

Bring the whole family to Shops at Merrick Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18 for the 6th Annual Hanging with Heroes event. Hosted by Miami Mom Collective and the nonprofit organization Branches, the event with include plenty of fun-filled family activities. Costumed superheroes will make appearances throughout the day to …

Read More about Free Hanging with Heroes family event at Shops at Merrick Park

This year’s Backyard Bash at The Moss Center themed “Abducted by the 80s” features performances by band from that decade including Wang Chung, Men Without Hats and Naked Eyes. Event starts at 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. Tickets are free, with RSVP. All Patrons entering the facility require a ticket, including infants. Note: …

Read More about Free entry: Backyard Bash Day (Abducted by the 80s)

Get cheesy with Freddy on National Cheese Curd Day! Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is celebrating the cheesy day by giving away its popular version for one day only. The restaurant’s popular side dish (or snack!) is made with “premium white cheddar cheese curds lightly covered with butter crumbs and fried to a gooey golden …

Read More about Freddy’s gives away free cheese curds on National Cheese Curd Day

The Nights of Fright Haunted House attraction at Pine Island Park in Davie is indoors and recommended for ages 12 and older. It’s expensive, but we found a few discounts, so keep reading. The spooky venue with lighting and smoke effects in 2025 includes: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, October 23, $32 tickets  6 …

Read More about Nights of Fright Haunted House in Davie offers a few deals

Shake Shack is definitely known for its juicy burgers, but there is also a delicious option for chicken sandwich lovers on the menu.  And, for a limited time, customers can scare up big savings on two Chicken Shack sandwiches at the popular restaurant.  Photo: Shake Shack From Oct. 12 to 21, 2025, Shake Shack is …

Read More about Shake Shack offers buy-one-get-one free Chicken Shack sandwich

How ’bout subs for dinner tonight? Firehouse Subs has a red-hot deal for sub lovers and diners on a budget in October. In fact, it’s one of the better deals the popular sub shop has ever offered. It’s not often you can enjoy 25% savings across the board at any restaurant, so now’s the time …

Read More about Enjoy 25% off entire order every night after 6 p.m., in October at Firehouse Subs

In South Florida style, an oceanside park in Fort Lauderdale is perfect for a Pumpkins & Palm Trees Fall Festival. Entry is free for the festival in 2025, which is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, October 25, with entertainment, pumpkin-themed photo opps, crafts, a market, games and trick or treating. Feel free to dress …

Read More about Pumpkins & Palm Trees Fall Fest in Fort Lauderdale, free entry

Living on the CheapSouth Florida on the Cheap is a member of Living on the Cheap, a network of websites published by frugalistas, journalists and consumer advocates. Find practical advice on saving money on groceries, travel and shopping, plus tips from our experts on how to live the good life for less at Living on the Cheap.

Living on the Cheap in the Media