Top things to do in October in Palm Beach County

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 punkins, trick-or-treating, attending outdoor concerts and festivals or visiting museums and attractions.

Following is a sample list of places to go and things to see. We encourage you to check back with us as more events are added.

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Pumpkin Patches in Palm Beach County 2025

Final weekend to celebrate Bavarian culture at Oktoberfest, Lake Worth, Oct. 17-19

October means it's time for 'Booca Boo Days'

Free: Family 'Rec Pop-Up Day,' Oct. 17, Boca Raton

Fall Festival in Wellington, Saturday, Oct. 18

Spookyville Halloween, West Palm Beach, Oct. 11-31

Free: Art & Jazz on the Avenue, Delray Beach, May 27

Free: Haunted Nature Preserve, Lantana, Oct. 24

Free entry to Boynton Beach Pirate Fest, Oct. 25-26

Free encore concert 'Through the Decades,' Boca Raton, Oct. 25

Halloween events in Delray Beach, Oct. 25

Feathers, Fangs, Fur, & Fun, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, Oct. 26, Jupiter

Free encore concert 'Through the Decades,' Boca Raton, Oct. 25

Free Halloween block party, Lake Worth Beach, Oct. 31

Halloween events in Palm Beach County 2025

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Pumpkin patches, fall festivals, Oktoberfests and Halloween events in South Florida:

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