South Florida Fall Festivals and Pumpkin Patches 2026: Family Halloween Fun in Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade

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South Florida doesn't get falling leaves, so we make our own fall. October brings two big Oktoberfests, farm pumpkin patches in the Redland and Boynton Beach, city trick-or-treat nights, a downtown Halloween parade and a pirate festival on Halloween itself. Plenty of it is free.

Every event below was checked against the organizer's or city's own 2026 listing. Several annual favorites haven't posted this year's details yet, so we've listed those separately instead of guessing. Want real scares instead? See our guide to South Florida haunted houses.

The Quick Scoop

Free family fun: Deerfield Beach Fall Festival, Riverwalk Fall Festival, Delray Beach Kidsfest and Halloween Parade, Oakland Park Halloween Bash, Boynton Beach Pirate Fest and the MDC Hialeah Halloween party.

Best for little ones: Spookyville, Coral Springs Thrills & Chills, the Palm Beach Gardens Fall Festival Tot Zone, and the Miami Children's Museum Halloween Bash.

Oktoberfest season: Oakland Park (Oct. 2-4) and the American German Club in Lake Worth (two weekends in October).

Farm-style fall day: Bedner's in Boynton Beach, and The Berry Farm and Pinto's Farm in Miami's Redland.

Pumpkin patch plus carnival rides: SW Ranches Pumpkin Patch Festival (Oct. 16-18).

Pumpkin picking all month: Cason UMC in Delray, Mr. Jack O'Lantern's, Pumpkin Towne, Trinity in Palm Beach Gardens, and Hope Miami Lakes.

Broward County

Oakland Park Oktoberfest | Oakland Park

Downtown Oakland Park turns into a biergarten for three days, presented by Funky Buddha Brewery. Expect live German music, German-style food and beer, amusement rides, stein races and the crowd favorite, the Dachshund Dash. It's held rain or shine. Parking downtown is limited, so rideshare is encouraged.

When: Friday-Sunday, Oct. 2-4. Gates open at 6 p.m. Friday. Check the city's schedule for weekend hours.

Where: Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park

Admission: $5, with children 12 and under free

Flamingo Gardens Harvest Festival Weekends | Davie

Every October weekend has its own theme, and guests are encouraged to dress the part: Cowboys & Cowgirls (Oct. 3-4), Pirates (Oct. 10-11), Día de los Muertos (Oct. 17-18) and the Halloween Party Weekend (Oct. 24-25), when costumes are the whole point. In past seasons, the weekends have included hayrides, pony rides, animal encounters and costume contests. Check the schedule for this year's lineup.

Where: 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie

Admission: Regular garden admission. Members and kids 2 and under get in free.

Deerfield Beach Fall Festival | Deerfield Beach

This is one of the best free nights of the season. Pioneer Park fills up with live entertainment, artisan vendors, food, a Biergarten for the grown-ups, a kids zone, trunk-or-treat and the city's popular pumpkin patch. Families can take home a pumpkin while supplies last.

When: Saturday, Oct. 10, 4-8 p.m.

Where: Pioneer Park, 217 NE Fifth Ave., Deerfield Beach

Admission: Free. Food and vendor purchases are extra.

SW Ranches Pumpkin Patch Festival | Southwest Ranches

This is the Broward pick if your kids want rides with their pumpkins. In past years, the three-day festival has paired a big pumpkin patch with carnival rides for every age, an inflatable fun zone called Pumpkinville, midway games, pumpkin crafts, variety shows and a fall food court.

When: Friday-Sunday, Oct. 16-18. Check the ticket page for daily hours.

Where: Southwest Ranches Sanctuary Park, 16290 Griffin Road, Southwest Ranches

Admission: Ticketed. Check the event's ticket page for 2026 prices.

Riverwalk Fall Festival | Fort Lauderdale

The 10th annual festival fills Esplanade Park on the New River with pumpkin painting, pumpkin bowling, sand art, themed games, entertainment, food trucks and local vendors.

When: Saturday, Oct. 17, noon-4 p.m.

Where: Esplanade Park, downtown Fort Lauderdale

Admission: Free. Food and vendor purchases are extra.

Thrills & Chills | Coral Springs

The Coral Springs Gymnasium turns into an indoor Halloween village with games, crafts, a DJ, a glow-in-the-dark disco room and a sensory-friendly area. Candy bags are handed out at the exit, and costumes are encouraged. There are two sessions, space is limited, and you can't switch sessions, so pick your time carefully.

When: Saturday, Oct. 17, noon-2 p.m. or 3-5 p.m.

Where: 2501 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs

Admission: $5 in advance, or $8 on the day if tickets remain

Plantation Family Fall Festival | Plantation

Plantation's city calendar lists its fall festival at Volunteer Park. In past years it has combined a children's carnival, inflatables, costume contests and a small haunted house.

When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Volunteer Park, 12050 W. Sunrise Blvd., Plantation

Admission: The city charged $5 per person ages 2 and up at past festivals. Confirm 2026 pricing with Plantation Parks & Recreation.

Oakland Park Halloween Bash | Oakland Park

The city's not-so-scary Halloween night brings trunk-or-treat, costume contests, inflatables, music and games. It's free, and the city runs free shuttles from downtown Oakland Park to the field.

When: Friday, Oct. 30, 6-9 p.m.

Where: Wimberly Field, 4000 NE Third Ave., Oakland Park

Admission: Free

Palm Beach County

Bedner's Farm Fresh Market Fall Festival | Boynton Beach

For a real farm pumpkin patch day, Bedner's is the move. Admission covers the pumpkin patch, corn maze, unlimited audio tractor tours, animal park and fall festival activities. It runs for a full month, so you're not locked into one weekend.

When: Oct. 3-Nov. 1

Where: 10066 Lee Road, Boynton Beach

Admission: $19.99 weekdays, $24.99 weekends, ages 2 and up. Food and take-home pumpkins may cost extra.

Oktoberfest of the Palm Beaches | Lake Worth

The American German Club's 52nd annual Oktoberfest runs two weekends with German bands, imported Oktoberfest beer, schnitzel and bratwurst, folk dancing, a stein-holding contest, carnival rides and a playground for kids. It's held rain or shine. Pets, outside food and drinks, large bags and coolers aren't allowed.

When: Oct. 9-11 and Oct. 16-18. Friday 6-11 p.m., Saturday 2-11 p.m., Sunday noon-8 p.m.

Where: American German Club, 5111 Lantana Road, Lake Worth

Admission: Buy tickets through the club's website. On-site parking is $20 and limited. Free parking with a shuttle is available at Diamond View Elementary and Tradewinds Middle School.

Wellington's Fall Festival | Wellington

The village lists costume contests, bounce houses, DJ music, face painting, food trucks, Haunted Hallways, hayrides, laser tag, a petting zoo, stage entertainment and trick-or-treating. A Quiet Area inside the Village Park Gym gives families a calmer space, and free sensory bags are available.

When: Saturday, Oct. 17, 3-10 p.m.

Where: Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road, Wellington

Admission: Past festivals sold activity bracelets for the attractions. The village says more 2026 details are coming, so check before you go.

Spookyville at Yesteryear Village | West Palm Beach

Spookyville is built for families: safe trick-or-treating, a petting zoo, a DJ, magic shows, a nightly light show and Sunday costume parades at 1 p.m.

When: Oct. 17-18, 23-25 and 30-31. Fridays 5-9 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Where: Yesteryear Village, South Florida Fairgrounds. Enter via Sansbury's Way, Gate 3.

Admission: $10 adults and $15 kids ($8.50 and $12.75 online through Sept. 30). A family four-pack (two adults, two kids) is $45 starting Oct. 17. Ages 1 and under are free.

Royal Palm Beach Rock-N Fall Fest | Royal Palm Beach

A two-day community festival with live music and tribute bands, craft vendors, food, cold beer, and costume and pumpkin carving contests for kids, families and even pets. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket. The organizer warns of traffic delays, so come early.

When: Friday, Oct. 23, 5-9:30 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 24, 3-9 p.m.

Where: Commons Park, Royal Palm Beach. Parking is throughout the park, with overflow at Village Hall.

Admission: Check the event page for 2026 details.

Kidsfest and Halloween Parade | Delray Beach

Downtown Delray does Halloween as a full day. Merchants on the Avenue hand out treats from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. At 1 p.m., the 64th annual Halloween Parade steps off, and anyone in costume can march: line up at Atlantic Avenue and NE Fifth Avenue. The parade ends at Old School Square for Kidsfest, with food, vendors, crafts, entertainment and free ice cream from the Rotary Club of Delray Beach.

When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., and Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach

Admission: Free

Palm Beach Gardens Fall Festival | Palm Beach Gardens

Bring a costume and a treat bag. The evening includes a trick-or-treat street, DJ dance party, carnival games, inflatables, food trucks and a Tot Zone for the littlest ones.

When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 4-8 p.m.

Where: The Gardens North County District Park, 5101 117th Court N., Palm Beach Gardens

Admission: The city's page doesn't list a price, so check before you go.

Family Fun Day: Spooky Chigiri-e at Morikami | Delray Beach

Want a quieter Halloween afternoon? Kids can make spooky artwork using chigiri-e, a Japanese technique for building pictures out of torn colored paper.

When: Saturday, Oct. 24, starting at noon

Where: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach

Admission: Included with museum admission

Boynton Beach Pirate Fest | Boynton Beach

The pirates take over downtown Boynton on Halloween weekend. Past festivals have featured live music on multiple stages, cannon performances, a mermaid grotto, an enchanted market and kids' activities. The city says the full 2026 schedule is coming soon.

When: Saturday, Oct. 31, noon-10 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 1, noon-6 p.m.

Where: Centennial Park & Amphitheater, 120 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach

Admission: Free. Food and vendor purchases are extra.

Palm Beach County Pumpkin Patches

Pumpkin patches here are more pop-up than farm field, and most run all month. Supplies can run low on busy weekends, so call ahead if you're after a big one.

Cason United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch | Delray Beach

This downtown Delray patch sits right next to the church on Swinton, just off Atlantic, so it's an easy stop from Boca. You'll find everything from baseball-size pumpkins to giants that take two people to carry, plus gourds.

When: Oct. 10-31. Weekdays noon-7 p.m.; weekends 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Where: 342 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach

Mr. Jack O'Lantern's Pumpkins | West Palm Beach

This lakeside patch is set up for more than a quick photo op.

When: Oct. 2-Nov. 1. Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Where: 419 Lakeview Ave., West Palm Beach

Pumpkin Towne | Wellington and Jupiter

Pumpkin Towne sells pie, carving and heirloom pumpkins by the pound, plus carving kits and fall décor.

When: Opens Oct. 7

Where: 2635 State Road 7, Wellington, and 14 N. Old Dixie Hwy., Jupiter

Admission: Free with a purchase, or $5 per group or family

Trinity Pumpkin Patch | Palm Beach Gardens

When: Oct. 9-31

Where: 9625 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens

Worth the Drive: Miami-Dade

The Berry Farm Harvest Festival | Miami (The Redland)

The Berry Farm turns 40 acres of Redland farmland into two months of fall. There's a pumpkin patch, a 5-acre corn maze, hayrides, sunflower fields, shaded play areas and live music on weekends. Pumpkins are sold in the patch. On select Fridays and Sundays in October and November, the farm stays open until 9 p.m., so you can visit after sunset when it's cooler.

Before you go: Every visitor must complete the farm's online waiver before entering, including kids 2 and under, who don't need a ticket. Parents fill it out for anyone 17 and under. Doing it at home saves a long wait at the gate.

When: Sept. 16-Nov. 15

Where: 13720 SW 216th St., Miami

Admission: Buy online. Prices vary by day, and tickets have been listed at $14-$23. The farm has sold separate tickets for Halloween events in past years, so check what's included.

Tickets: https://www.visittheberryfarm.com/admissions

Pinto's Farm Pumpkin Patch | Miami (The Redland)

Just down the road from The Berry Farm, Pinto's is the pick for younger kids who want rides. Every pumpkin patch ticket includes a boat ride, tractor ride, race track, petting zoo, bounce pad, corn maze, fall photo spots and pony rides (for kids up to 75 pounds and 48 inches tall).

When: Sept. 19-Nov. 8. Thursdays 2-8 p.m., Fridays 2-9 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Rides close at 7 p.m.; pony rides and the petting zoo close at 6 p.m.

Where: 14890 SW 216th St., Miami

Admission: Tickets are required for everyone 2 and up. Thursdays and Fridays are $18.69 (2-7 p.m. entry). Saturdays and Sundays run $26.16-$33.64 depending on the date, with discounted Early Bird tickets on select weekends if you check in between 9 and 10 a.m. Prices are before fees.

Good to know: Dogs are welcome every Thursday and Friday, plus Sept. 26-27 and Nov. 7-8. A 21-and-over Oktoberfest runs Saturday, Oct. 3, 4-9 p.m., on a separate ticket.

Tickets: https://pintosfarm.ticketspice.com/pintos-farm-2026

Miami Children's Museum Not So Scary Halloween Bash | Miami

This is the easiest Halloween outing in Miami for kids under 10. It's indoors and air-conditioned, and kids trick-or-treat through all 17 galleries in costume. There's mini pumpkin decorating, spooky crafts, lunch, character meet-and-greets and the museum's own haunted house. It's a fundraiser for the museum's education programs, held rain or shine.

When: Sunday, Oct. 4, 1-5 p.m.

Where: Miami Children's Museum, Watson Island on the MacArthur Causeway, Miami

Admission: Tickets are required, and there are no refunds. Kids 2 and under don't need a ticket.

Tickets: https://www.miamichildrensmuseum.org/upcoming-events

Hope Miami Lakes United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch | Miami Lakes

Now in its 27th year, this patch runs daily all month with weekend entertainment. Admission includes a $2 coupon toward a pumpkin.

When: Oct. 4-31, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. daily

Where: 14800 NW 67th Ave., Miami Lakes

Admission: $5 Monday-Thursday, $7 Friday-Sunday and $10 on Halloween. Kids 12 and under are free with a paying adult.

Hialeah Cares Community Halloween Party | Hialeah

This is a free night with performances, trick-or-treating, giveaways and a haunted house. Entry is first come, first served, and an Eventbrite RSVP doesn't guarantee a spot, so arrive early.

When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 4-8 p.m.

Where: Miami Dade College Hialeah Campus, 1780 W. 49th St., Hialeah

Admission: Free

Still Waiting on 2026 Dates

These annual favorites hadn't posted 2026 details on their official pages when we checked. We'll add them as they're confirmed.

Boca Pumpkin Patch Festival: the ticketed pumpkin patch with carnival rides, a cornstalk maze and a scarecrow village at the Mizner Park Amphitheater.

Parkland Halloween Festival: the city's trunk-or-treat night with a pumpkin patch, stilt walkers and a main-stage show.

Tamarac Halloween Hoopla: a free festival at Tamarac Park. The city says details are coming soon.

Margate Fall Festival: a free night at the Margate Sports Complex with a haunted house, pony rides and costume contests. At least one festival listing shows Saturday, Oct. 24, but the city's own page hasn't been updated yet.

Dania Beach Fall Festival: the city's free pumpkin patch and trunk-or-treat night at Frost Park.

Pumpkins & Palm Trees: the free fall festival at Las Olas Oceanside Park on Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Tradewinds Park Fall Festival: Broward County Parks' pumpkin patch and farm day in Coconut Creek.

LauderBOO: Fort Lauderdale's free trick-or-treat carnival.

Floating Pumpkin Patch: Deerfield Beach's pumpkin swim at the Peggy Noland Aquatics Complex.

Boo at the Zoo: Palm Beach Zoo's not-so-scary trick-or-treat event.

Harvest & Wellness Family Festival, Tropical Park: Miami-Dade Parks' free, inclusive festival with a pumpkin patch, rides and adapted activities for people with disabilities and older adults. One listing shows Saturday, Oct. 10, but the county hasn't announced this year's date.

Lincoln Road Halloween, Miami Beach: the annual Oct. 31 celebration with free kids' trick-or-treating in the early evening before the big block party.

Coral Gables Pumpkin Patch: the Ponce Circle Park patch with live music and face painting.

Know Before You Go

Free admission doesn't always mean a free day. Food, pumpkins, activity bracelets and parking add up, and pumpkin prices vary a lot from patch to patch.

Go early in the day or on a weekday if you can. Mornings are cooler, crowds are lighter and the pumpkin selection is better.

For outdoor events, check the weather and the organizer's social pages the day of. South Florida storms have canceled fall festivals before.

Looking for real scares instead? Our South Florida haunted houses guide covers Nightmare Village, Fright Nights, House of Horror and more.

Sources

City of Oakland Park, Oktoberfest 2026 schedule

Florida Rambler, 2026 Oktoberfest calendar

Flamingo Gardens, Harvest Festival Weekends

City of Deerfield Beach, Fall Festival

SW Ranches Pumpkin Patch Festival (Eventbrite)

SW Ranches Pumpkin Patch Festival

Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, Fall Festival

City of Coral Springs, Thrills & Chills

City of Plantation, Parks & Recreation Events

City of Oakland Park, Halloween Bash

Bedner's Farm Fresh Market, Fall Festival 2026

American German Club, Oktoberfest

Village of Wellington, Fall Festival

South Florida Fair, Spookyville

POTTC Events, Royal Palm Beach Rock-N Fall Fest

Old School Square, Halloween Kidsfest

City of Palm Beach Gardens, Fall Festival

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, Events

City of Boynton Beach, Pirate Fest 2026

Cason UMC and Mr. Jack O'Lantern's (via Modern Boca Mom 2026 guide)

Pumpkin Towne

The Berry Farm, Harvest Festival

The Berry Farm, Admissions and waiver

Miami and Miami Beach, Berry Farm Harvest Festival

Pinto's Farm, 2026 tickets

Miami Children's Museum, Upcoming Events

Hope Miami Lakes UMC, Pumpkin Patch

Hialeah Cares 2026 (Eventbrite)