Fall in Southwest Florida might not come with colorful leaves and chilly mornings, but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate the season!
From pumpkin patches and corn mazes to Oktoberfest celebrations, haunted houses, and trunk-or-treats, there are plenty of fall festivals in Southwest Florida to help get you into the spirit
Whether you’re planning a family outing, a fall-themed date night, or a spooky night out with friends, we’ve rounded up 76 activities and events happening throughout Southwest Florida.
And we’re not just talking about Halloween! You’ll also find art festivals, farmers markets, seasonal celebrations, outdoor movies, and other unique experiences to add to your fall bucket list.
Bookmark this guide! We’ve included one-time events and ongoing attractions throughout the season so you can make the most of fall in paradise.
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Events are listed by city. Dates, hours, admission prices, and activities may change, so click the linked event titles for the latest information from organizers.
NAPLES FALL EVENTS
Pumpkin Patches, Haunted Attractions & Recurring Events
1. Boo at the Zoo
Dates: October 10–12, 17–19, and 24–26, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.–1 p.m. for advertised Halloween activities
Location: Naples Zoo, 1590 Goodlette-Frank Road, Naples
The Naples Zoo celebrates Halloween with costumed characters, candy stops, and family-friendly activities. Kids can come dressed in their favorite costumes and enjoy a not-so-spooky day among the animals.
2. Mercato Pumpkin Patch
Dates: October 17–25, 2026
Time: October 17, noon–7 p.m.; October 18, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.; weekdays, 4–7 p.m.; October 24, noon–7 p.m.; October 25, noon–6 p.m.
Location: Mercato Event Lawn, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
Find the perfect pumpkin in the heart of Mercato! This seasonal pumpkin patch benefits SNIP Collier, supporting local animal welfare efforts. A great stop for fall family photos.
3. Galaxy Fright Nights
Dates: Fridays and Saturdays throughout October
Time: Evening hours; attractions begin around 7:30 p.m.
Location: Collier County Fairgrounds, 751 39th Avenue NE, Naples
Looking for something scarier? Galaxy Fright Nights brings haunted-house experiences and a children’s maze to the fairgrounds. Check the attraction’s website for specific operating dates, ticket availability, and nightly closing times.
Festivals, Halloween Events & Trunk-or-Treats
4. City of Naples Halloween Hustle 5K
Date: Friday, October 9
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Baker Park, 50 Riverside Circle, Naples
Kick off Halloween season with a festive 5K, entertainment, food trucks, and vendors. A fun way to celebrate fall while getting outdoors.
5. RocktoberFest at The Cove
Date: Saturday, October 10
Time: 6–9 p.m.
Location: Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Boulevard N, Naples
Celebrate fall with an evening of live music and outdoor entertainment at The Cove. VIP pavilion options may also be available.
6. Mosaic Kids Enchanted Pumpkin Patch
Date: Wednesday, October 14
Time: 3:30–6:30 p.m.
Location: Mosaic Kids, 14700 Tamiami Trail N, Unit 1, Naples
A sensory-friendly Halloween celebration featuring activities, crafts, snacks, open play, and trick-or-treating.
7. First Presbyterian Church Fall Festival & Trunk-or-Treat
Date: Friday, October 16
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.; trunk-or-treat 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church, 250 Sixth Street S, Naples
This free community celebration includes decorated trunks, candy, bounce houses, face painting, balloon artists, and complimentary family-friendly refreshments.
8. Naples Botanical Garden Family Planting Day
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples
Enjoy a hands-on gardening experience celebrating the growing season. Families can participate in activities involving vegetables and the Garden’s edible landscape.
9. Pursue Church Fall Festival
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 3–7 p.m.
Location: Empowerment Farm, 2600 Garland Road, Naples
Spend the afternoon enjoying hayrides, live music, food trucks, a vendor market, children’s crafts, bounce houses, and more at this family-oriented celebration.
10. CMON Halloween Spooktacular
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: Three ticketed sessions: 10 a.m.–noon, 1–3 p.m., and 4–6 p.m.
Location: Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples, 15080 Livingston Road, Naples
The children’s museum hosts a playful Halloween experience designed especially for younger children. Advance reservations are required for the special event sessions.
11. Mercato Haunted Hoedown
Date: Tuesday, October 20
Time: 5–8 p.m.; outdoor movie approximately 7:15 p.m.
Location: Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
Mercato’s Halloween celebration features dancing, costumes, family activities, trick-or-treating, and an outdoor screening of Halloweentown.
12. Naples International Film Festival
Dates: October 22–25
Time: Screenings throughout the festival; opening-night festivities begin at approximately 6 p.m. on October 22
Location: Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, and participating cinema venues in Naples
Film lovers can enjoy screenings, independent films, premieres, and special programming during this annual cultural event.
13. Naples Stone Crab Festival
Dates: October 23–25
Time: Friday 5–9 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., according to published event listings
Location: Tin City Waterfront Shops, 1200 Fifth Avenue S, Naples
Celebrate the beginning of Florida’s stone crab season with fresh seafood, waterfront dining, music, and a lively festival atmosphere. This is one of Naples’ signature fall traditions.
14. Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park RIP Trunk-or-Treat
Date: Friday, October 23
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park, 810 39th Avenue NE, Naples
Families can visit decorated trunks and collect Halloween treats at this park-hosted community event. Published admission is $3 per attendee.
15. Golden Gate Halloween Family Bash
Date: Friday, October 23
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Parkway, Naples
This family celebration includes Halloween treats, games, music, inflatables, and community vendors.
16. Naples Depot Museum Halloween Train Crafts
Date: Friday, October 23
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Naples Depot Museum, 1051 Fifth Avenue S, Naples
Bring the kids for Halloween-inspired crafting at this historic downtown museum, with seasonal train fun nearby.
17. Naples Area Board of REALTORS Trunk-or-Treat & Movie Night
Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: Trunk-or-treat begins at 5:30 p.m.; movie at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Naples Area Board of REALTORS, 1455 Pine Ridge Road, Naples
Enjoy a free evening of trick-or-treating from decorated vehicles, followed by a family movie outdoors.
18. First Naples Trunk & Treat
Date: Wednesday, October 28
Time: 6:30–8 p.m.
Location: First Naples Church, 3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples
A free neighborhood-friendly Halloween celebration with decorated trunks, candy, and activities for children.
19. Hallowine at Mercato
Date: Thursday, October 29
Time: 6 p.m. start; published end times vary between 8 and 9 p.m. (confirm with organizer)
Location: Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
Sip, stroll, and celebrate Halloween at Mercato’s annual Hallowine wine walk! This ticketed evening features wine tastings and bites from participating restaurants, costumes, a DJ, and festive activities throughout Mercato. Organized by the Rotary Club of Naples and Naples Pelican Bay Rotary, the celebration supports charitable causes, including the Warrior Health Foundation.
20. Paradise Coast Sports Complex Fall Fest
Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: 1–4 p.m.
Location: Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Boulevard N, Naples
This Halloween celebration includes children’s activities, games, costume festivities, inflatables, and other family entertainment.
21. Fifth Avenue South Halloween Spooktacular
Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: Family activities at Cambier Park, 3–5 p.m.; evening festivities along Fifth Avenue South
Location: Cambier Park, 755 Eighth Avenue S, and Fifth Avenue South, Naples
Downtown Naples gets into the Halloween spirit with family-friendly activities at Cambier Park and festivities along the city’s famous shopping and dining corridor.
22. Día de los Muertos at Naples Botanical Garden
Dates: October 31–November 1
Time: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location: Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples
Celebrate the Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos with colorful displays, art, cultural performances, and activities honoring loved ones.
23. Empowerment Farm Fall Festival
Date: Sunday, November 1
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Empowerment Farm, 2600 Garland Road, Naples
An opportunity to enjoy farm animals, pony rides, crafts, games, and outdoor family activities while supporting a local nonprofit.
24. CMON Backyard Bash
Date: Friday, November 13
Time: 6–10 p.m.
Location: Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples, 15080 Livingston Road, Naples
A fall fundraising celebration for adults featuring an evening out in support of the children’s museum.
BONITA SPRINGS FALL EVENTS
Recurring Seasonal Activities
25. Farmer Mike’s 12th Annual Fall Festival & Corn Mazes
Dates: Weekends through October 31
Time: Fridays 6–9:30 p.m.; Saturdays 9 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sundays 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
Location: Farmer Mike’s U-Pick, 26031 Morton Avenue, Bonita Springs
One of Southwest Florida’s favorite fall traditions returns with a pumpkin patch, corn mazes, hayrides, seasonal photo opportunities, and activities for the whole family.
This year’s five-acre family corn maze features a “Journey to the Center of the Earth” theme with 16 game stations. Visitors can also pick sunflowers, wildflowers, and pumpkins, shop vendors, and enjoy fall-inspired food and treats.
Visit on select evenings for the haunted maze or enjoy a less-scary flashlight maze experience on Sundays.
26. Summer’s Art Studio Fall Crafts & Mommy & Me Classes
Dates: Every Wednesday throughout the fall season
Time: Mommy & Me at 11:30 a.m.; Adult Fall Crafts at 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m.
Location: Summer’s Art Studio & Gallery, 27665 Old 41 Road, Unit 1, Bonita Springs
Get into the fall spirit and unleash your creativity at Summer’s Art Studio in Downtown Bonita Springs!
Every Wednesday, the studio offers seasonal craft workshops where you can create your own festive fall decorations. Adult projects include dried-flower pumpkins, fall garlands, adorable ghost garlands, seasonal paintings, and more. Choose your favorite project and leave with a handmade piece of fall decor!
Little artists can join the fun during Mommy & Me classes at 11:30 a.m., featuring age-appropriate activities such as pumpkin painting, scarecrow crafts, and seasonal keepsakes. Dads, grandparents, and other caregivers are welcome, too!
Adult classes are $30, and Mommy & Me classes are $25 per child. Supplies are included, with optional upgrades available for select projects.
27. Promenade Farmers Market
Dates: Saturdays throughout fall
Time: 8 a.m.–noon
Location: Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S Bay Drive, Bonita Springs
Browse local produce, fresh foods, plants, specialty goods, and artisan offerings at this popular outdoor market.
28. Happy Haunts Halloween Stroll
Dates: October 22–31
Time: 5:30–10 p.m. nightly
Location: Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
Downtown Bonita Springs transforms into an illuminated Halloween attraction featuring themed lighting and special visual displays around Riverside Park.
This free experience is a fun way to enjoy a spooky evening without visiting a haunted house.
29. Bonita Springs Fall Art Festival
Dates: October 24–25
Time: Saturday noon–7 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26795 S Bay Drive, Bonita Springs
Browse original artwork, jewelry, ceramics, paintings, photography, sculpture, and more during a two-day outdoor fine art festival.
One-Time Festivals & Events
30. Rotary Oktoberfest: Prost with a Purpose
Date: Saturday, October 10
Time: 3–7 p.m.
Location: Riptide Brewing Company, 28120 Hunters Ridge Boulevard, Bonita Springs
Celebrate Oktoberfest with German-inspired festivities, food, music, and a charitable purpose at Riptide Brewing.
31. Goosebumps Movie Afternoon at Bonita Springs Library
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
Enjoy a Halloween-season movie afternoon at the library. A great option for families seeking an indoor seasonal activity.
32. Trick-or-Treat Bag Bash
Date: Tuesday, October 20
Time: 5:30–7 p.m.
Location: Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
Children can get creative decorating their own trick-or-treat bags before Halloween night.
33. Boo-tanical Evening at Wonder Gardens
Date: Friday, October 23
Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Wonder Gardens, 27180 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs
Wonder Gardens is hosting an after-hours Halloween celebration with costumes, family games, face painting, photo opportunities, and special animal enrichment activities.
Visitors can explore the gardens after hours while enjoying festive decorations, educational activities, and seasonal fun.
Admission is included with regular paid admission or a Wonder Gardens membership.
34. Mr. Glen’s Frankenstein Science Lab
Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Location: Riptide Brewing Company, 28120 Hunters Ridge Boulevard, Bonita Springs
A fun, interactive Halloween science experience for children ages 4–10. Kids will enjoy spooky experiments and help Mr. Glen put Frankenstein back together.
35. Nightmare on Old 41: Halloween Trolley Night
Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: 8 p.m.–1 a.m.
Location: Downtown Bonita Springs along Old 41 Road. Participating stop: Sugarshack Downtown, 27421 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs
Downtown Bonita Springs is getting spooky for a Halloween night out!
Nightmare on Old 41 brings together seven Halloween parties at participating downtown businesses, with free trolley rides connecting the festivities. Even better, admission is free!
Dress in your best Halloween costume and hop between participating bars and restaurants for themed drinks, food specials, live entertainment, and spooky celebrations.
36. Remember Me: A Coco Movie Experience
Date: Tuesday, October 27
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
Celebrate the season with a family-friendly screening of Disney-Pixar’s Coco, recommended for children ages 6–11.
37. Bonita Gymnastics Academy Harvest Family Fun Fest
Date: Friday, October 30
Time: Confirm event hours with the organizer
Location: Bonita Gymnastics Academy, 12622 Trade Way Drive, Unit 6, Bonita Springs
Bonita Gymnastics Academy is celebrating fall with a fundraiser supporting its gym expansion!
The event will feature open gym, a bounce house, games, contests, raffles, and prizes, giving families an opportunity to explore the gymnastics facility.
The advertised $50 ticket includes a meal voucher, a special fall drink from Riptide Brewing, and a raffle ticket.
38. Trick-or-Treat on Old 41
Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: 5–8 p.m.
Location: Old 41 Road between Wilson Street and Dean Street, Downtown Bonita Springs
One of Bonita’s biggest family Halloween traditions!
Downtown businesses welcome costumed children for an evening of trick-or-treating along Old 41.
The city’s illuminated Happy Haunts Halloween Stroll will also be running that evening, making it the perfect night to experience Halloween in Downtown Bonita Springs.
39. Bonita Springs Invitational Art Festival
Dates: November 21–22
Time: Check organizer’s festival schedule
Location: Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26795 S Bay Drive, Bonita Springs
Explore a wide variety of original paintings, jewelry, photography, sculpture, and fine art at this outdoor art festival.
It’s a great opportunity to shop for unique gifts while supporting artists.
ESTERO FALL EVENTS
Recurring Fall Activities
40. Coconut Point Farmers Market
Dates: Every Thursday throughout fall
Time: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Coconut Point, 23106 Fashion Drive, Estero
The Local Roots Farmers Market returns for the season with produce, seafood, locally made foods, flowers, baked goods, and handmade products.
It’s a great way to spend a fall morning supporting local vendors.
41. Miromar Outlets Farmers Market
Dates: Every Saturday throughout October and November, except November 28
Time: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero
Browse fresh produce, specialty foods, and locally made products at the market near the Corkscrew Road entrance, across from the Shell gas station.
One-Time Festivals & Celebrations
42. Shop, Dine & Dash 5K
Date: Saturday, October 10
Time: 9:30 a.m.–noon
Location: 810 Entertainment at Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero
Get moving this fall at a family-friendly 5K followed by post-race festivities at 810 Entertainment.
A portion of proceeds benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida.
43. Spooktacular Night at Estero Park
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 5–9 p.m.; movie begins at 7:15 p.m.
Location: Estero Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Boulevard, Estero
Bring the little ghosts and goblins for an evening of trunk-or-treating, food trucks, and a free outdoor movie!
This year’s featured movie is Elio. Bring chairs or blankets for the screening.
Admission is free.
44. Halloween Fall Festival
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: Confirm hours with the organizer
Location: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 20601 Three Oaks Parkway, Estero
A free community fall festival celebrating Halloween. Confirm activity details and hours with the organizers before visiting.
45. Walk for Wishes Southwest Florida
Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: Check registration page for walk and check-in times
Location: Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero
Gather friends and family for a meaningful fall outing supporting Make-A-Wish Southern Florida and its mission to grant wishes for children facing critical illnesses.
46. Ford’s Garage Halloween Car Show
Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero
Enjoy a Halloween-themed car show featuring classic cars, muscle cars, Mustangs, Corvettes, trucks, imports, and exotics, plus live music and prizes.
47. Kids Day at WINK Playland
Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: 10 a.m.–noon
Location: WINK Playland at Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero
This month’s free children’s activity includes decorating a miniature birdhouse, glitter tattoos, and treats from participating businesses.
48. 16th Annual Coconut Point Art Festival
Dates: November 21–22
Time: Check the festival’s published hours
Location: Coconut Point, 23181 Via Villagio, Estero
An outdoor art festival featuring original artwork from artists across the country.
Browse paintings, sculpture, jewelry, photography, and mixed-media creations while enjoying Coconut Point’s shopping and dining scene.
FORT MYERS FALL EVENTS
Recurring Fall Festivals & Haunted Attractions
49. Lakes Park Fall Festival & Scarecrows in the Park
Dates: October 9–31
Time: Monday–Friday, 6–9 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Location: Lakes Regional Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
One of Lee County’s most popular family fall traditions!
Visit the pumpkin patch, ride the Halloween Express train, enjoy hayrides and inflatables, and explore creatively decorated scarecrows in the Children’s Garden.
This year’s scarecrow theme is “Scarecrows at Work.” Activity prices vary.
50. Calusa Nature Center Haunted Walk
Dates: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, October 9–31
Time: 7:30–10:30 p.m.
Location: Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Avenue, Fort Myers
For those who like their Halloween a little scarier, venture into the woods for a haunted nighttime experience filled with creepy characters and unexpected surprises.
Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door.
51. Summoning the Damned Haunted House
Dates: October 22–24 and 28–31
Time: 7–10 p.m. on October 22–24 and 30–31; 7–9 p.m. October 28–29
Location: Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
The Alliance for the Arts transforms its theater into an immersive, story-driven haunted attraction.
Different nights feature special themes, including zombie night, a discounted experience, and an extra-intense evening.
One-Time Festivals, Parties & Trunk-or-Treats
52. Edison & Ford O.C.T. Plant Sale
Dates: October 10–11
Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location: Edison and Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
A two-day fall plant sale featuring orchids, cacti, tillandsias, gardening workshops, vendors, and food trucks.
53. Fort Myers Brewing Company Oktoberfest
Dates: October 15–18
Time: Thursday and Friday from 2 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday from noon. Closing times vary.
Location: Fort Myers Brewing Company, 12811 Commerce Lakes Drive, Suite 3, Fort Myers
Celebrate Oktoberfest with four days of live music, German-inspired food, beer releases, stein-hoisting competitions, and food trucks.
The celebration is free to attend and welcomes families and dogs.
54. Fort Myers Music Walk
Date: Friday, October 16
Time: 6–10 p.m.
Location: First Street, Downtown Fort Myers River District
Enjoy a lively evening of free live music throughout downtown Fort Myers, featuring local and regional performers.
Stop into nearby restaurants, shops, and bars along the way.
55. First Christian Church Trunk-or-Treat
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 5–6:30 p.m.
Location: First Christian Church, 2061 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
A free community trunk-or-treat where kids can show off their costumes and collect candy from decorated vehicles.
56. Rocky Horror Picture Show & Haunted House Preview
Date: Saturday, October 17
Time: 5–10 p.m.
Location: Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
Enjoy an outdoor screening of the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show, themed entertainment, and an exclusive preview of the Alliance’s new haunted attraction, Summoning the Damned.
57. PRESS PLAY: A Gamer’s Halloween Family Concert
Date: Sunday, October 18
Time: Lobby activities begin at 1 p.m.; concert at 2 p.m.
Location: Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13550 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers
Gulf Coast Symphony presents a video-game-inspired Halloween concert featuring music from familiar games, along with trick-or-treating, instrument exploration, and a costume contest.
Tickets are required.
58. Less Scare, More Care: Trick-or-Treat House
Date: Wednesday, October 21
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
A family-friendly alternative to the Alliance’s haunted-house attraction, designed to offer Halloween festivities without the intense scares.
59. Wicked Walk: Frightening Fairy Tales
Dates: October 22–23
Time: 6–8 p.m.; tours depart every 20 minutes
Location: Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, 2301 First Street, Fort Myers
More than 300 Lee County students help transform the art center into a world of spooky fairy tales through immersive artwork, dance, theater, and music.
Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for children.
60. Innovation Preparatory Academy Trunk-or-Treat
Date: Friday, October 23
Time: 6–7:30 p.m.
Location: 6851 Lancer Avenue, Fort Myers
A free community Halloween celebration with candy, games, face painting, decorated trunks, and a book fair.
61. Frightfully Fun Fest
Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fort Myers, 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers
Bring the whole family for a free celebration featuring trunk-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, a bounce house, face painting, costume parade, food trucks, and games.
62. Bell Tower Fall Fest & Halloween Spooktacular
Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: Fall Fest 10 a.m.–3 p.m.; Halloween Spooktacular noon–3 p.m.
Location: Bell Tower, 13499 S Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers
Enjoy a daytime fall celebration featuring arts and crafts vendors, family Halloween activities, and trick-or-treating.
A Halloween-themed car show is also scheduled.
63. Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church Trunk-or-Treat
Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church, 11381 Gateway Boulevard, Fort Myers
A family-friendly church celebration featuring decorated trunks, candy, hayrides, games, and a costume contest.
64. Coast Elite Gymnastics Trunk-or-Treat
Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: 2–4 p.m.
Location: 6360 Arc Way, Fort Myers
Celebrate Halloween with a free trunk-or-treat.
Children can also enjoy open gym and a bounce house for $7, or bring qualifying canned goods for free open-gym entry.
Food donations benefit Harry Chapin Food Bank.
65. Ghosts & Ghouls Candy Crawl
Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: 5–8 p.m.; trick-or-treating 5–7 p.m.
Location: Gulf Coast Town Center, 9903 Gulf Coast Main Street, Fort Myers
Children can collect candy from participating stores, then enjoy the Halloween party and costume contest in the courtyard from 7–8 p.m.
66. Wa-Ke Hatchee Park Trunk-or-Treat
Date: Saturday, October 24
Time: 3–6 p.m.
Location: Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation Center, 16760 Bass Road, Fort Myers
This community Halloween event features trunk-or-treating, food trucks, and activities for families.
67. Halloween Movie Night at Bay Street Yard
Date: Tuesday, October 27
Time: 5–11 p.m.
Location: Bay Street Yard, 2136 Bay Street, Fort Myers
Enjoy a Halloween movie night on the venue’s giant outdoor screen.
Halloweentown plays from 6:30–8 p.m., followed by Hubie Halloween from 8:30–10:15 p.m.
Families can also enjoy popcorn, crafts, and goodie bags.
68. Buckingham Farms Fall at the Farm
Date: Friday, October 30
Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.; live music 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Buckingham Farms, 12931 Orange River Boulevard, Fort Myers
Escape the city for a relaxed fall afternoon featuring local vendors, fresh food, shopping, and live music at Buckingham Farms.
69. Ghost of the Coast 5K
Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: 7:30–9 a.m.
Location: Eastwood Golf Course, 4600 Bruce Herd Lane, Fort Myers
Lace up your running shoes and dress in your Halloween costume for a festive race benefiting the Fort Myers Police Athletic League.
70. Edison and Ford Winter Estates Fall Festival
Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location: Edison and Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
Spend Halloween exploring craft vendors, seasonal food, live music, and pumpkin activities.
Visitors can also participate in special experiences, including climbing part of the property’s historic banyan tree.
Festival admission is free, but individual activities may cost extra.
71. Halloween Bash at Bay Street Yard
Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: 5:30 p.m.–1:30 a.m.
Location: Bay Street Yard, 2136 Bay Street, Downtown Fort Myers
Celebrate Halloween with DJs, dancing, an outdoor party atmosphere, and a costume contest with prizes.
General admission is free.
72. Autumn Garden Festival
Dates: November 21–22
Time: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. both days
Location: Edison and Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
Shop an impressive selection of tropical plants, native trees, flowers, succulents, herbs, orchids, and gardening supplies.
The annual festival also features food trucks and live music. Admission to the garden festival is free.
FORT MYERS BEACH HALLOWEEN EVENTS
73. Monster Bash at Margaritaville Beach Resort
Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: 1 p.m.–midnight
Location: Margaritaville Beach Resort, 251 Crescent Street, Fort Myers Beach
Spend Halloween on the beach!
The resort is hosting family-friendly pumpkin decorating, face painting, trick-or-treating, and a children’s costume contest from 1–3 p.m.
The festivities continue into the evening with live music, DJs, dancing, and an adult costume contest.
74. Fort Myers Beach Monster Mash Pub Crawl
Date: Saturday, October 31
Time: 5–8:30 p.m., per the organizer’s published calendar
Location: Participating establishments throughout Fort Myers Beach; starting point to be confirmed
Dress up and enjoy the island’s annual Halloween pub crawl, featuring participating bars, costumes, games, and community fundraising.
Proceeds support local charities and scholarships. Check the organizer’s page for the final participating venues and starting location.
CAPE CORAL FALL EVENTS
75. Cape Coral Oktoberfest
Dates: October 16–18 and October 23–25
Time: Fridays 4 p.m.–midnight; Saturdays noon–midnight; Sundays noon–8 p.m.
Location: German-American Social Club, 2101 SW Pine Island Road, Cape Coral
One of Southwest Florida’s biggest Oktoberfest celebrations returns for two weekends of authentic German food, beer, live music, dancing, and family-friendly festivities!
Enjoy traditional favorites such as bratwurst, schnitzel, pretzels, and potato pancakes, along with carnival rides, entertainment stages, and vendors.
For more than four decades, Cape Coral’s Oktoberfest has brought the spirit of Germany to Southwest Florida.
76. City of Cape Coral Trunk-or-Treat & Halloween Movie
Date: Friday, October 23
Time: 5–9 p.m.; early access at 5 p.m. for children 5 and younger, all ages at 6 p.m.
Location: Cape Coral City Hall, 1015 Cultural Park Boulevard, Cape Coral
This massive free Halloween celebration features decorated trunks, candy giveaways, interactive inflatables, a trackless train, a costume contest, a Halloween movie, and a drone show over City Hall.
Don’t forget your blankets, lawn chairs, and candy bags!
Make the Most of Fall in Southwest Florida!
Whether you’re picking pumpkins with the kids at Farmer Mike’s, exploring haunted attractions in Fort Myers, trick-or-treating in Downtown Bonita Springs, creating your own fall decor at Summer’s Art Studio, enjoying a film festival in Naples, or celebrating Oktoberfest in Cape Coral, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate fall in paradise.
From family-friendly fun to spooky date nights, these 76 events and activities give you plenty of reasons to get out and explore everything Southwest Florida has to offer this season.
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