Revel in the fall season with harvest festivals and fun Halloween events for kids and adults alike. From trick-or-treat story times, to outdoor festivals, to Halloween karaoke, discover autumn in Broward through the lens of local history, art, cultural gems, and beloved Broward parks. Each fall-time event highlights the unique magic of October of South Florida.
Music and Festivals
Harvest Festival Weekends at Flamingo Gardens
Harvest Festival Weekends return to Flamingo Gardens. Every Saturday and Sunday in October, experience fall-themed activities for the whole family, including: hayrides (10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), pony rides (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.), farm animal visits—including mini highland cows (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.), and a daily costume contest with a candy giveaway at 1 p.m. Visit the pumpkin patch and do pumpkin paintings, and stop by attractions like the Butterfly Conservatory and special exhibits, including “Flora Sanctum” (on view through Dec. 18) featuring botanical watercolor paintings by artist Stephanie Larusso.
Each Harvest Festival Weekend features a theme with themed activities; Cowboys and Cowgirls Weekend with performances from the South Florida Cloggers (Oct. 3 and Oct 4.), Pirates Weekends (Oct. 10 and Oct. 11), Dia de los Muertos Weekend (Oct. 17 and Oct. 18), and Halloween Party Weekend (Oct. 24 and Oct. 25).
Support for Flamingo Gardens’ Harvest Festival Weekends is funded in part by the Broward Cultural Division.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: Harvest Festival Weekends
WHERE: Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Rd, Davie
WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 3, Oct. 4, Oct. 11, Oct. 12, Oct. 17, Oct. 18, Oct. 24, and Oct. 25
COST: $24, kids and adults aged 12 and up, $17, kids aged 3 to 11, free, children 2 and under and Flamingo Gardens members
INFORMATION: (954) 473-2955 or learn about the event here
BEST FOR: All ages
Deerfield Beach Fall Festival at Pioneer Park
Deerfield Beach holds their annual Fall Festival Oct. 10 at Pioneer Park. The festival includes activities for kids and adults, including a pumpkin patch, a Biergarten, live entertainment, and a kids zone. Stroll through the artisan vendor stalls and kids can safely enjoy trick-or-treating at the festival “trunk-or-treat.” At 4 p.m., enjoy a live Country music performance from Whisky Six Band, and at 6 p.m., South Florida Country musician, Gabriel Key, takes the stage.
The festival includes a free shuttle to the festival grounds from Eller Street (near the Braithwaite Center for Active Aging). Admission to the Fall Festival is free.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: Deerfield Beach Annual Fall Festival
WHERE: Pioneer Park, 217 N.E. 5th Ave., Deerfield Beach
WHEN: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 10
COST: Free
INFORMATION: (954) 250-4239 or learn about the festival here
BEST FOR: All ages
Riverwalk Fall Festival at Esplanade Park
The 10th Annual Riverwalk Fall Festival celebrates the autumn season with an exciting community event on Oct. 17. Enjoy autumn-themed activities and games like pumpkin bowling and face painting, and join fun, all-ages craft activities including pumpkin painting and making sand art. Visitors can browse local artisan vendors, get a snack from on-site food trucks, and enjoy live entertainment at the Park.
Riverwalk Fall Festival is a free, family-friendly event at Esplanade Park in downtown Fort Lauderdale.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: 10th Annual Riverwalk Fall Festival
WHERE: Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale
WHEN: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17
COST: Free
INFORMATION: (954) 468-1541 or learn about the event here
BEST FOR: All ages
Halloween Concert by South Florida Chamber Ensemble at Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library
The South Florida Chamber Ensemble (SFCE) brings a free, Halloween-themed concert to Jan Moran Collier Learning Library on Oct. 28. Led by Myrna Meeroff on horn, SFCE’s interactive Halloween concert features live performances of classic horror film music themes. Audience members then have to guess the classic film behind each music theme. The South Florida Chamber Ensemble is known for their free, educational programs that use music to teach students academic skills like reading, math, and science; their work and performances focus on mental health, education, and elevating music from underrepresented composers and musicians.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: Spine-chilling Halloween Concert!
WHERE: Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library, 2800 Northwest 9th Court, Pompano Beach
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 28
COST: Free
INFORMATION: (954) 357-7670 or learn about the concert here
BEST FOR: Teens and adults
For Kids
YAAlloween at Young At Art Museum (YAA)
Young At Art Museum (YAA) presents a day of fun Halloween activities with “YAAlloween” on Oct. 11. Young guests can come dressed up in their favorite Halloween costume and create fall-themed crafts, enjoy Halloween treats, and see a live music performance from Cadenza Music, who will perform a “Spooky Serenade” of mysterious melodies from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Museum. Guests will also get to explore YAA’s interactive exhibitions and art activities during the event.
Tickets include admission to YAA and the YAAlloween event.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: YAAlloween
WHERE: Young At Art Museum, 8000 W Broward Blvd , Ste 1208, Plantation
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 11
COST: $12, event and general museum admission, free, YAA members and guests under age 2
INFORMATION: (954) 424-0085 or learn about the event and visit the YAA website for more information
BEST FOR: Kids
LauderBOO at Snyder Park
LauderBOO returns to the City of Fort Lauderdale on Oct. 24. This kid-friendly fall event features carnival games with prizes, contests, crafts, face painting, music, and even a bounce house. Kids and adults alike can visit the fall craft station to try pumpkin carving and pumpkin decorating. Get snacks from one of the on-site food vendors, and kids can stop by the trick-or-treat stations for candy. Everyone is encouraged to wear their Halloween costume for the event.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: LauderBOO
WHERE: Snyder Park, 3299 SW 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 24
COST: Free
INFORMATION: (954) 828-4585 or learn about the event here
BEST FOR: Kids
Trick-or-Treat Storytime with Marci Poppins at NSU Library
Kids join a special Halloween-themed story time with family entertainer, Marci Poppins. Marci Poppins’ interactive show includes puppets, magic tricks, and fun stories that teach important lessons about kindness and self-esteem. This trick-or-treat story event is great for pre-school aged children and includes a mix of age-appropriate, spooky fun with educational moments.
“Trick-or-Treat Storytime” is supported with funds from the Rockley Foundation, which supports music education nationally.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: Trick-or-Treat Storytime with Marci Poppins
WHERE: Nova Southeastern University Alvin Sherman Library, Research and Information Technology Center, 3100 Ray Ferrero Junior Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 28
COST: Free, registration encouraged
INFORMATION: (954) 262-5477 or register for the event here
BEST FOR: Kids (aged 3 to 5 years)
Trick or Treat at Broward Main Library
Kids celebrate Halloween with a trick-or-treat event at Broward Main Library on Oct. 29. Designed for young children (up to age six), this family-friendly Halloween party includes story time and fun songs led by a librarian, as well as crafts, games, and of course, trick-or-treat bags for the kids. Parents and children are encouraged to wear their costumes for the event. Costumes should be family friendly; the event takes place on the second floor at the Active Learning Center.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: Trick or Treat @ Main Library
WHERE: Broward County Main Library, 100 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 29
COST: Free
INFORMATION: (954) 357-7444 or register and learn more about the event here
BEST FOR: Kids (up to age 6)
Fall Halloween Party at Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch Library
Sunrise Dan Pearl Library holds an all-ages Halloween party Oct. 31. Wear your favorite costume, join the fall scavenger hunt, and enjoy treats and a candy giveaway. Kids can also enjoy craft time (best suited for kids up to age 13). Then, sit down for the fun and spooky Halloween classic, “Hocus Pocus.” Snacks are available for purchase during the film (sale proceeds benefit Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch Library). The costume contest starts at 2:30 p.m. There are separate prizes for adults, teens/tweens, and children and winners of the costume contest are announced at 5 p.m.
Fall Halloween Party is a free event.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: Fall Halloween Party
WHERE: Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch Library, 10500 West Oakland Park Boulevard, Sunrise
WHEN: 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31
COST: Free
INFORMATION: (954) 357-7440 or learn about the event here
BEST FOR: All ages
For Adults
Fall Collection Salon Exhibit at Broward Art Guild
Discover local artists at the “Fall Collection Salon Exhibit” at Broward Art Guild. Broward Art Guild’s fall collection of works include sculpture, photography, mixed media pieces, and paintings in acrylic, watercolors, and oil paint. Guests can mingle with the show’s artists during the opening reception on Oct. 3 and connect with fellow art lovers over drinks and light bites. The exhibition is available for viewing through Oct. 23 at Broward Art Guild.
Broward Art Guild is an organization of Broward artists and art aficionados; the Guild holds workshops and programs for artists and the greater community. Their exhibitions highlight art from Broward Art Guild members as well as other local Broward artists.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: Fall Collection Salon Exhibit and Opening Reception
WHERE: Broward Art Guild, 2052 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
WHEN: (Opening Reception) 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3 (Exhibition Hours) 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, by appointment, Sunday through Tuesday, exhibition runs through Friday, Oct. 23
COST: Free
INFORMATION: (954) 537-3370 or learn more about the event here
BEST FOR: Adults
Spirited History: Halloween Spookeasy! at Old Davie School Historical Museum
Join a tipsy tour of Old Davie School Museum on Oct. 16 with “Spirited History: Halloween Spook-Easy.” The evening includes tours of the Old Davie School Historical Museum (built in 1917) with highlights of local Davie history and haunting stories of Broward’s past. The event includes live jazz music, hors d’oeuvres, and cocktails. Costumes are encouraged; guests need a secret password to gain entrance to the event (along with their ticket). Space is limited so get your tickets early.
Old Davie School Museum operated as a school from 1917 until 1979; today, the Museum preserves and presents the history of Davie and western Broward County and provides a venue for programs and community events.
“Spirited History: Halloween Spook-Easy” is a ticketed event for guests aged 21 and up.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: Spirited History: Halloween Spookeasy!
WHERE: Old Davie School Museum, 6650 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale
WHEN: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 16
COST: $40
INFORMATION: (954) 797-1044 or learn more about the event and purchase tickets here
BEST FOR: Adults (aged 21 and up)
Halloween Disco Karaoke at Broward Main Library
Start your Halloween with a high-energy karaoke session at Broward Main Library in downtown Fort Lauderdale on Oct. 31. Belt out classic 1970s songs at this Disco-themed event, sing karaoke-style (with background music only) or choose the sing-a-long option. This free, adults-only party also includes refreshments.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: Halloween Disco Karaoke
WHERE: Broward County Main Library, 100 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
WHEN: 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31
COST: Free
INFORMATION: (954) 357-7444 or learn about the event here
BEST FOR: Adults
Wicked Manors 2026: Masquerade of Mayhem on Wilton Drive
The Pride Center’s iconic Halloween event, “Wicked Manors,” returns to the City of Wilton Manors on Oct. 31. Every year, Wilton Drive (between NE 21st Court and N. Dixie Highway at Five Points) becomes an exciting Halloween festival, complete with live entertainment, DJs, music, and dancing. Come wearing your Halloween costume and join the costume contest. Guests can enjoy drinks at one of the five Wicked Manor bars at the event; VIP and Premium admission tickets also include drink tickets. “Wicked Manors” is a cashless event and guests should take note of the festival policies and Q&A before attending. Proceeds for “Wicked Manors” support The Pride Center at Equality Park, which helps provide health, wellness, and social support services to the South Florida community.
IF YOU GO
WHAT: Wicked Manors 2026: Masquerade of Mayhem
WHERE: Wilton Drive between NE 21st Court and N. Dixie Highway at Five Points
WHEN: 5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31
COST: $17.71, general admission, $46.47, premium admission (aged 21 and up only), $145.51, VIP admission (aged 21 and up only)
INFORMATION: (954) 463-9005 or learn about the event and purchase tickets here
BEST FOR: Adults
This story was produced by Broward Arts Journalism Alliance (BAJA), an independent journalism program of the Broward County Cultural Division.
