It’s time to get your spook on! Break out your old wigs, witch hats, ghoul masks, face paint, magic potions and costumes. Halloween is hitting The Palm Beaches with a spooktacular array of events and pumpkin patches. How will you celebrate this year? Here is a sampling of 2024 Halloween events in The Palm Beaches this year.

!!! Please note that some events may be canceled or rescheduled due to adverse weather conditions. We recommend checking the official websites of each event for the latest updates to ensure your plans go smoothly. Stay safe and informed!

Table of Contents

Festivals

Pumpkin Patches

Adult Halloween Events

Haunted Houses

Family-Friendly Events

Sensory-Friendly Events

Free Events

Pet-Friendly Events

Boca Raton Festivities

Festivals

Bedner’s Fall Festival, Boynton Beach

When: September 28 – October 31, from 9 am

Location: Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market, 10066 Lee Road, Boynton Beach, FL 33473.

At the U-pick and farm location of Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market, the Fall Festival is a cornucopia of seasonal fun, including a pumpkin patch, tractor rides, a corn maze, and exotic animal encounters. Chow down on homemade ice cream, roasted sweet corn, smoked turkey legs, cider doughnuts, and other delicious items. Open from September 28 to October 31.

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Fall Festival, Wellington

When: October 19, 3 pm – 10 pm

Location: Village Park, 11700 Pierson Rd, Wellington, FL 33414.

Come out to Village Park for the city’s Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, from 3 to 10 p.m. Admission is free and includes a wide variety of activities. Don’t miss the bounce houses, costume contests, food trucks, hay rides, live entertainment, pie-eating contests, petting zoo, trick-or-treating, and more.

Ford Boca Pumpkin Patch Festival, Boca Raton

When: October 19-20

Location: Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432.

The Ford Boca Pumpkin Patch Festival is back and more wonderFALL than ever! Experience the beauty of Fall on October 19 & 20, 2024 at Mizner Park Amphitheater in Boca Raton!

Celebrate the season with autumnal delights and family-friendly fun, all designed to help you create cherished memories with your loved ones. This festival is packed with fall-themed attractions that will keep the whole family entertained, including a pumpkin patch with 2,500 pumpkins to pick from! Plus, carnival rides for ALL AGES!

Included in the paid entrance fee are unlimited carnival rides, access to the inflatable cornstalk maze, a dress-your-own scarecrow village, and tons of beautiful photo vignettes to capture that perfect Autumn photo.

For an additional fee, attendees can also pick their perfect pumpkin from the patch (pumpkins range in price from $1-$15), decorate their pumpkins right on-site, as well as purchase savory & sweet pumpkin delights (and delicious fair food) in the Pumpkin Food Court!

For more information and tickets, visit https://www.bocapumpkinpatch.com/

 SOMething Scary – Delray Beach’s Biggest Halloween Bash

When: October 25, 6 pm – 11 pm

Location: At the corner of Space of Mind and DADA, 102 N. Swinton Ave. Delray Beach, FL 33444

Get ready for the biggest Halloween celebration in Delray Beach! SOMething Scary is happening on Friday, October 25th, from 6-11 p.m. at Space of Mind (right next to Dada), and it promises a night full of spooky fun and entertainment for everyone.

The event features:

• Live music stage with performances by The Resolvers
• Haunted House in Delray’s oldest REAL haunted home
• Carnival games, costume contests (for adults and kids), and trunk-or-treating
• Chef-made treats, a bar, and more delicious surprises

Family-friendly festivities run until 9 p.m., after which the event shifts to a more adult vibe—though kids are still welcome to stay and enjoy the fun.

The live music is free, but wristbands include:

• Access to the haunted house
• 5 activity tickets
• A food and drink box

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Pumpkin Patches

Pumpkin Patch at CityPlace

When:

• October 12-13, 19-20, and 26-27
• Saturdays: 10 AM – 9 PM
• Sundays: 10 AM – 7 PM

Location: the Lawn at CityPlace, 700 South Rosemary Avenue West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Get ready to embrace the fall spirit at CityPlace’s Pumpkin Patch! Beginning October 12, the lawn will transform into a festive autumn wonderland filled with vibrant pumpkins, family-friendly activities, and seasonal fun. It’s the perfect spot to find your ideal pumpkin and enjoy the crisp autumn vibes with your loved ones.

Adult Halloween Events

West Palm Beach Fright Night Halloween Bar Crawl

When: October 25, 5 pm

Location: BRK Republic, 521 Clematis Street West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Get ready for the ultimate Halloween bar crawl experience! Gather your friends and dive into the “Fright Night Halloween Bar Crawl” happening on October 25th. This thrilling event promises a night filled with spooky surprises and haunting fun.

Explore the best bars and enjoy exclusive Halloween specials at each location. Don’t miss out on a night where eerie entertainment and ghoulish games meet delightful drink deals. Whether you’re a local or just in town for the season, this bar crawl is the perfect way to experience vibrant nightlife while celebrating the Halloween spirit.

Book your tickets now and be part of the premier Halloween event!

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Pick Your Poison Cocktail Experience at Hilton, West Palm Beach

When: October 27, 5 pm – 6:30 pm

Location: Hilton West Palm Beach, 600 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Get ready for a hauntingly good time at Galley, located at the Hilton West Palm Beach, with the “Pick Your Poison Cocktail Experience” on October 27, from 5-6:30 pm. Embrace the Halloween spirit by crafting and sipping two spooky-themed cocktails under the expert guidance of Galley’s resident mixologist, Hauk Cornell.

Before or after the class, enjoy 20% off dinner at Galley. Tickets are $60, and seating is limited. To reserve your spot, visit Pick Your Poison Cocktail Experience.

Meat Market Palm Beach & Boca Raton: Beetlejuice Halloween Bash

Both Meat Market locations in The Palm Beaches are celebrating Halloween with a Beetlejuice-themed experience, but each event has its own unique twist depending on the location.

Meat Market Boca Raton will host its Beetlejuice-themed Halloween event on October 31st, accepting dinner reservations starting at 5 PM. Guests can enjoy the same hauntingly good live music, entertainment, and themed décor inspired by the classic movie.

Meat Market Palm Beach will also kick off its Beetlejuice on October 31st, starting with regular dinner reservations at 5 PM. The Palm Beach location will also host a fun After Dark Party starting at 8 pm in the lounge and bar, where live music, entertainment, and décor will transport you to the iconic world of Beetlejuice.

For reservations and details, visit Meat Market Palm Beach or Meat Market Boca Raton.

Halloween Dinner Party at Le Colonial, Delray Beach

When: October 31, 6 pm – 9:30 pm

Location: Le Colonial, 601 E Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33483.

Step into the glamour of the Roaring 1920s at Le Colonial Delray Beach on Thursday, October 31, from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm, for a special Black Tie Halloween Dinner Party hosted by TheGourmetClub.com. Enjoy a three-course menu at this elegant event. Dress code is 1920s-inspired black tie or traditional black tie—ladies, think glitzy long gowns; gentlemen, a tuxedo with a bow tie. Jackets and bow ties are required for men; no sneakers or jeans allowed.

Kick off the evening with a complimentary welcome cocktail or glass of bubbly in Le Lounge, the stunning main bar, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Be sure to dress the part and embrace the festive spirit!

For more information and tickets, click here.

Haunted Houses

Fright Nights 2024, West Palm Beach

When: Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday in October, starting October 4.

Location: South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33411.

West Palm Beach’s largest haunted event, Fright Nights, returns for its 22nd year with four haunted houses, carnival rides, live music, and more.

Two scare zones, Seasons Beatings and the Smiths, are being planned along with four haunts: Autumn of Terror, Nightmare in Yamato, Nuclear Beats and The Ritual.

The Midway opens at 6 pm, with haunts starting at 7 pm. Tickets are $45 and include 35 Fright Credits for rides and haunted houses. VIP access through the Dead Ringers Club is available for $150, offering exclusive perks.

Discounts include a BOGO deal on Thursdays (October 10, 17, 24) and advance tickets for $35 through October 3.

Don’t miss the Behind The Scenes Tour on Thursday, Oct. 3. The tour is limited to 40 people every hour on October 3 at 6 pm, 7 pm, and 8 pm. The tour includes a behind-the-scenes look at all four haunts, meeting the featured characters, asking questions, and taking pictures.

Each purchase of a Behind The Scenes tour will receive a free promotional ticket for opening night, which includes one admission and one haunted house, valid only on opening night, Friday, Oct. 4.

Haunted House: Visit myfrightnights.com for details and tickets.

Family-Friendly Events

Kids Club Mommy & Me Costume Party, Wellington

When: October 16, 10:30 am – 12 pm 

Location: The Mall at Wellington Green, 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington, FL 33414.

Parents and children under five are invited to join The Mall at Wellington Green for a morning of Halloween-themed fun. This free event will include pumpkin decorating, snacks, character cameos, and more. Costumes encouraged! 

Halloween Themed Day at PGA National Resort, Palm Beach Gardens

When: October 19

Location: Banyan Buddies, 400 Ave of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418, USA.

Join the Halloween Celebrations at Banyan Buddies for a special Halloween day filled with trick-or-treating, costume contests, crafts, and more! Options:

• Full day from 9 AM to 5 PM for $125
• Morning session from 9 AM to 1 PM for $90
• Partial day from 1 PM to 5 PM for $7

The daytime fun will include a costume contest, pumpkin painting, resort trick-or-treating at 2 PM, and arts & crafts.

Then, return for Kids Night Out from 6 PM to 10 PM, priced at $95, featuring kid-friendly Halloween movies, crafts, and games.

All sessions include snacks, drinks, and arts & crafts. Morning and full-day sessions include lunch.

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Halloween Themed Kids Night Out at PGA National Resort, Palm Beach Gardens

When: October 18

Location: Banyan Buddies, 400 Ave of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418, USA.

Join the Halloween celebrations at PGA National Resort for a fun-filled day of crafts, games, pool time, and more! Then, return for Kids Night Out from 6 PM to 10 PM, featuring a special screening of Disney Pixar’s Coco and exciting Halloween crafts. The evening session is priced at $95 and includes snacks, drinks, arts & crafts, along with games and activities.

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PumpkinFest 2024, Jupiter

When: October 19, 11 am – 4 pm

Location: Harbourside Place, 200 US-1, Jupiter, FL 33477.

The 8th annual family-friendly PumpkinFest 2024 returns! This event is all about great music, Trick-Or-Treating, a haunted house, a costume contest, a photo booth, a pumpkin patch, and over 50 local vendors.

Sea-Sonal Halloween Celebration and Candy Recycling Initiative, Juno Beach

When: October 19, 10 am – 5 pm

Location: Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Juno Beach, FL 33408.

Loggerhead Marinelife Center is thrilled to host its third annual HallowMarine celebration on October 19. This family-friendly event features sustainable trick-or-treating, animal enrichment talks, interactive discovery shows, and fun activities like face painting and scavenger hunts. The center will be decked out in eco-friendly decorations made from 100% recycled materials.

In addition, the center is launching its Unwrap the Waves candy wrapper recycling initiative. From October 14 to November 11, guests can recycle their candy wrappers at designated drop-off points across Palm Beach and Martin counties. The event will also offer a recycling station for wrappers collected during the celebration.

For more details about the event or to become a community partner for the Unwrap the Waves program, visit marinelife.org/unwrap-the-waves.

Clematis by Fright: Nerd Ranger (’80s Cover Band), West Palm Beach

When: October 24, 6 pm – 9 pm

Location: Centennial Square & Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

A frightful twist on the weekly Clematis by Night series, Clematis by Fright is a FREE, family-friendly event that will offer fun for everyone. Activities include games, “Trick-or-Truck,” where kids can safely get candy from first responders and public works vehicles, hayrides, games, face painting, and more. There will also be a costume raffle with prizes.

During Clematis by Fright, attendees can enjoy a FREE concert by the ’80s cover band Nerd Ranger. Concertgoers will enjoy the sights and sounds of the ’80s.

Spookyville in Yesteryear Village, West Palm Beach

Date & Time:

• Friday, October 18: 5 – 9 pm
• Saturday, October 19: 11 am – 6 pm
• Sunday, October 20: 11 am – 6 pm
• Friday, October 25: 5 – 9 pm
• Saturday, October 26: 11 am – 6 pm
• Sunday, October 27: 11 am – 6 pm
• Thursday, October 31: 5 – 9 pm

Location: South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33411.

Spookyville, an old-fashioned Halloween for families and children 10 and under, offers a full array of safe trick or treats, contests, games, and more! It’s a throwback to the traditional days of family Halloweens in a fun, secure and family-friendly environment.

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Spooky Fun at The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens

Spooky fun is coming to The Gardens Mall this Halloween season! Starting Saturday, October 12, visit Batty Manor in the Grand Court for an interactive photo op at the not-so-scary cottage. Don’t miss the Halloween stilt walkers visiting on weekends from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

On Saturday, October 19, the Kids’ Club Spook-tacular Halloween Show features Mad Science of Palm Beach, with exciting experiments at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.

From October 26 to October 31 at 1 p.m., enjoy Boogah & Hoogah’s Haunted House Party, a lively sing-along where the audience helps turn “Hoogah’s Horrible Day” into a “boo-tiful” one.

On Saturday, October 26, the Kids’ Club Spooky Soiree kicks off at 12 p.m. in the Grand Court. Wear a costume, enjoy special offers, and catch a performance by Boogah & Hoogah at 1 p.m., followed by a photo op with the silly goblins.

Trick or Treat at the Mall, Wellington 

When: October 31, 5 pm-7 pm

Location: The Mall at Wellington Green, 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington, FL 33414.

Stay safe, dry, and cool this Halloween when you trick or treat at The Mall at Wellington Green. Guests should come in costume to gather candy and treats from participating retailers. this event is free!

Pumpkin Stroll and Moonlight Concert at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, North Palm Beach

When: October 26, 6-9 pm

Location: John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, 10900 Jack Nicklaus Drive, North Palm Beach, FL 33408.

Experience a magical evening of music under the stars and enjoy a stroll along the pumpkin-lit MacArthur Beach Boardwalk, with Jack-o-lanterns crafted by the community! The event runs from 6-9pm, featuring a family-friendly atmosphere with fun activities, such as animal artifacts and a mystery box from the park’s education team.

The event is free for Friends Members, and just $5 per person for non-members. Gates open at 6:00 p.m., with live music from 7 to 9pm, including a 15-minute intermission for stargazing along the boardwalk.

Please note: the boardwalk is 1/3 mile long, and trams will not be running, so comfortable footwear is recommended.

Local favorite Palm Beach Cider Donuts will be on site selling mini cider donuts, pumpkin donuts, and fresh apple cider.

We encourage you to bring a carved pumpkin to contribute to the Pumpkin Stroll! Drop off your creations between 10am and 3pm on the day of the event. Multiple pumpkins are welcome, but please ensure all designs are family-friendly.

For more details, visit MacArthur Beach.

Sensory-Friendly Events

Sensory-Friendly FALLoween Festival – Saturday

When: October 26, 9 am – 12 pm

Location: The Els Center of Excellence®, 18370 Limestone Creek Road, Jupiter, FL 33458.

Els for Autism is thrilled to invite the local community to join their clients, staff, and supporters at the sensory-inclusive, family-friendly FALLoween Festival!

Enjoy a morning filled with fun, including a sensory-friendly ‘Haunted Hallway’ entrance, a costume contest, carnival activities, light bites from the Big Easy™ Cafe by Ernie Els, trick-or-treating, and so much more. While admission to the FALLoween Festival is free, we encourage a $10 donation per family. Don’t miss out on this spooktacular celebration!

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Free Events

Halloween Spooktacular, Jupiter

Date: October 18, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Location: Jupiter Community Center, 200 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458.

Enjoy a Halloween-themed, family-friendly free event in Jupiter. Event Features include trick-or-treating, carnival games, character appearances, food trucks,, a live dj, teal pumpkin project featuring non-food items that are safe for all trick-or-treaters, arts & crafts, and a monster maze.

Don’t forget to BYOB (Bring Your Own Bag) to collect candy and other witch-approved treats!

“Halloween Town” in Downtown Delray Beach

When: October 26, 7 am – 6 pm

From the early morning Witches Ride to Trick-Or-Treating on Atlantic Ave this year, to the Halloween Parade and KidsFest – Delray Beach turns into “Halloween Town” on Saturday, OCTOBER 26th! Here is the event’s lineup:

• Annual Witches of Delray Bike Ride (7:30 am – 10 am). More than 300 witches in their best witch-wear and extravagantly decorated brooms (bikes) will ride along Atlantic Avenue, guided by the Delray Beach Police Department, finishing with music and an awards presentation.
• Trick-or-Treating on the Avenue (11:30 am – 1 pm) Have fun trick-or-treating with the merchants along Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Delray Beach.
• 61st Annual Halloween Parade (1 pm). Brought to you by The Rotary Club of Delray Beach. Be a part of the parade and show off your costumes! The parade will start at SE/NE 5th Ave and end at Old School Square.
• Kidsfest (12 pm – 4 pm). Brought to you by the City of Delray Beach Parks and Recreation Department, the Kids Fest takes place at the Old School Square. Food, vendors, arts and crafts, entertainment, and more will be on site.

Pet-Friendly Halloween Events

Feathers, Fangs, Fur & Fun Halloween Event, Jupiter

When: October 27, 10:00 am – 4:30 pm

Location: Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, 17855 Rocky Pines Road, Jupiter, FL, 33478.

Join Busch Wildlife Sanctuary for a family-friendly Halloween event! Trick-or-treat along the nature trails from 10 am to 2 pm and join us for special education programs all day:

• 10:30 am Spooky Tiny Tales Story Time
• 12:30 pm Flatwood Friends Haunted Forest
• 2:30 pm Creepy Conservation Conversation

Admission to Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is by donation. Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is a facility dedicated to the rehabilitation of wildlife and education of the community.

Click here for more information.

Pups N’ Pumpkins: Spooky Fun To Benefit Tri-County Animal Rescue, Boca Raton

When: October 29, 5 pm – 7:30 pm

Location: 5150 Town Center Cir, Boca Raton, FL 33486.

Get ready for a howling good time at Pups n’ Pumpkins at The Shops at Boca Center, 5150 Town Center Circle, (between Rocco’s Tacos and Tap 42), on Tuesday, October 29 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm for an unforgettable evening filled with spooky bites, scary sips and a Halloween pet costume contest with a prize of $500 in gift cards from various Boca Center merchants of the winner’s choice.

Bring your furry friends and festive spirit to celebrate the season with a Monster Mash DJ Dance Party that will have everyone grooving to the beat. This is a family-friendly event where pets and their owners can enjoy a variety of Halloween-themed activities.

Tickets are $20 per person, and all proceeds will benefit Tri-County Animal Rescue, a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehoming animals in need.

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Boo-ca Boo Days Delights with a Week of Spooktacular Festivities, Boca Raton

Brace yourselves for the spine-chilling Boo-ca Boo Days, the City of Boca Raton’s week-long extravaganza of festivities and frights leading up to Halloween. The schedule of terrifyingly fun events and activities across a variety of City facilities is perfect for the whole family. The line-up of happenings include:

Explorium Demonstrations-Spooky Sounds

When: October 19 & 20, 3:30 pm

Location: The Children’s Science Explorium at Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33486

In a season of shrieks, investigate the science ​behind spooky sounds.

Ages: 7+ with parent or guardian

The Lab-Laser Engraved Bat House

When: October 20, 11 am-12 pm

Location: The Children’s Science Explorium at Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33486

An innovative space designed for elementary students and ​their parent/guardian to explore the exciting world of STEAM through hands-on ​activities and interactive projects. Pre-registration is required.

Ages: 5-12 with parent/guardian

Halloween By The Sea

When: October 20, 4:30-5:30 pm or 5:45-​6:45 pm

Location: Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33432.

Join the Gumbo Limbo aquariums for ​outdoor crafts, games, and a special Halloween ice cream ​treat. Get a picture with Luna the ​sea turtle and wear your coolest costume.

Ages:2-6; minors must be accompanied by a ​parent/guardian.

Spooky Tennis

When: October 25, 5-7 pm

Location: The Swim & Racquet Center, 21626 Saint Andrews Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33433

Come dressed up in costumes and enjoy ​playing tennis, followed by a delicious pizza party to end the ​night.

Ages:4 – 12

Haunted Hammock

When: Oct 26, 7:30-10 pm – register for one of ​the 30-minute walks at 7:30, 8, 8:30, 9, or 9:30 pm)​

Location: Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N Ocean Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33432.

Guides lead you on a nighttime stroll through the ​haunted hammock along the ​boardwalk. Learn about nocturnal critters ​that creep and crawl. This ​program is a little scary with frights along ​the way. ​​

Ages:Adults and children 7+; minors must be accompanied ​by a registered guardian.

Halloween Mixer

When: October 27, 9-11:30 am

Location: The Swim & Racquet Center, 21626 Saint Andrews Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33433

Round-robin style play where players will be teamed up the day of ​the event. In each round, players will be teamed up with a new player.

Ages: 18+

Monster Mash

When: October 27, 12-2 pm

Location: The Swim & Racquet Center, 21626 Saint Andrews Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33433.

Are you ready for some spooky Halloween fun?! The Monster Mash will include a ​haunted house, face painting, and a pumpkin dive (5–13-​year-olds only) where children collect pennies from the ​bottom of the pool and redeem them for Halloween prizes!

Ages: Family

Embroider A Halloween-Themed Pumpkin, Bat, Or Cat

When: October 31, 1 – 3 pm

Location: The Boca Raton Public Library – Downtown, 400 NW 2nd Ave, Boca Raton, FL 33432

Learn some of the basics of embroidery to use in daily life or for ​your small business while also creating a beautiful Halloween ​decoration this year. Library card is required for registration.

Ages: Adults

For more information, registration, and details on the City’s Halloween festivities, visit Boo-ca Boo Days. 

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