A two-week roadmap of live music, festivals, community days, and local happenings across Broward, Indian River, Martin, Palm Beach and St. Lucie counties.
This 70-piece career retrospective by naturalist-artist James Prosek spans birds, ocean fish, plants, and wildlife from Suriname to the Rockies, displayed in the Holmes Gallery through October 25. Free admission on the second Saturday of each month.
The Vero Beach Museum of Art opens a new original exhibition featuring more than 20 recent abstract paintings by New York-based artist Jill Nathanson, exploring color as an experiential phenomenon. The show opens July 25 in the Schumann and Titelman galleries and runs through February 7, 2027.
A Southeast Premiere two-person musical inspired by the true story of vaudeville performer Jack Donahue and his devoted mother, running for 44 performances on Riverside Theatre's Waxlax Stage. The production opens October 15 and is part of the theatre's 2026–2027 mainstage season.
A Southeast premiere two-person musical inspired by the true story of vaudeville performer Jack Donahue and his devoted mother, featuring dazzling tap numbers and tender duets. Running 44 performances through November 22.
A three-day Oktoberfest celebration under a large tent at the Indian River County Fairgrounds, featuring German and American food, beer, full liquor bars, live bands, a kids' zone, a Jeep and classic car show (Saturday only), and 125+ arts and crafts vendors. An all-ages, family-friendly event.
The Vero Beach Theatre Guild presents the Tony Award-winning musical Come From Away, telling the true story of 7,000 airline passengers stranded in Gander, Newfoundland after 9/11 and the community that welcomed them. Performances run October 16–November 1, with evening shows on Oct 16, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 and matinees on Oct 17, 18, 24, 25 and Nov 1.
The City of Stuart Recreation Department hosts this festive Halloween evening at Memorial Park featuring a trick-or-treat trail, haunted house, movie in the park, interactive games, corn maze, and food trucks.
A two-night professional rodeo celebrating over 78 years of tradition at Timer Powers Park, featuring bareback riding, bull riding, team roping, breakaway roping, a Kids Corral, and Vendor Row.
Slow Burn Theatre Company opens its 2026–27 season with the Tony Award-winning musical 'Come From Away,' based on the true story of 38 diverted flights landing in Gander, Newfoundland, after 9/11. Multiple performances run through October 25 at the Broward Center.
A three-day Oktoberfest celebration featuring a 15,000 sq-ft beer garden tent with polka bands, German and American food, full liquor bars, a kids zone, and a vendor village with 120+ booths. Admission is $8; children under 13 free.
The Tony Award-winning musical about 7,000 passengers stranded in a small Canadian town after 9/11 airspace closure, performed on the Vero Beach Theatre Guild MainStage. Presented in honor of the 25th anniversary of the September 11th events.
A free two-day waterfront festival featuring two stages and 16 bands, plus food tastings, artisan vendors, and drinks along the Intracoastal. General admission is free; a ticketed Friday Night Tastings culinary experience and VIP packages are available.
The American German Club's annual Oktoberfest celebration returns for its second weekend, featuring authentic German food, beer booths, live music, and family-friendly activities.
South Florida's top haunted attraction returns for multiple October weekends with four haunted houses, scare zones, carnival rides, live entertainment, and food vendors. Haunted houses open at 7pm; admission includes 40 Fright Credits for attractions and rides.
Artists from the Ceramic League of the Palm Beaches present an exhibition exploring clay's creative possibilities, from functional objects to sculptural works, showcasing a range of ceramic practices and firing techniques.
Indian River County residents are invited to enjoy McKee Botanical Garden for just $5 admission (ID required) as part of the garden's Centennial Community Days celebration. The garden also features the ongoing 'Return of the Wild' bronze sculpture exhibition by internationally acclaimed artists Gillie and Marc.
Exhibiting artist Jill Nathanson leads an intermediate-level abstract painting workshop at VBMA from 10 AM–2 PM ($200 members / $235 nonmembers), followed by a free-for-members public walkthrough of her exhibition 'Chromatic Phrases' at 3 PM ($12 for nonmembers). Pre-registration required for both.
The Pat Travers Band performs live at the historic Lyric Theatre in downtown Stuart.
A beloved annual family festival at St. Joseph Catholic Church & School featuring free admission, carnival rides, games, live music, a petting zoo, silent auction, beer garden, and food for all ages.
An evening celebration of Puerto Rican culture with live Latin music and entertainment at the Riverwalk Stage in downtown Stuart, produced by EMES Marketing.
A free, family-friendly autumn celebration at Esplanade Park along the New River featuring pumpkin painting, pumpkin bowling, sand art, face painting, food trucks, and local vendors. Hosted by Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, the 10th annual edition is free admission.
A free, juried outdoor art festival along East Las Olas Boulevard showcasing original paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry, and handcrafted works from approximately 200 artists nationwide. Ranked among the top 100 art festivals in the country.
Exhibiting abstract artist Jill Nathanson leads an in-gallery walkthrough of her exhibition 'Chromatic Phrases,' sharing firsthand insights into her creative process and the evolution of her layered works. Free for VBMA members; $12 for nonmembers.
Main Street Fort Pierce's annual historic walking tour event brings downtown history to life through costumed actors portraying notable figures from the 1880s through WWII, running across multiple evenings with several distinct tour routes. Tours depart every 15 minutes; tickets are $15 and registration is required at mainstreetfortpierce.org.
Heathcote Botanical Gardens hosts its 39th Annual Fall Garden Festival on October 17–18, featuring 50+ plant and artisan vendors, food, music, workshops, and a Bonsai Style-Off competition on Sunday. Free admission with a suggested $1 donation.
Hamilton Farms U-Pick hosts its annual fall festival across two weekends (Oct. 17–18 and Oct. 24–25), with pumpkins, hayrides, farm animals, seasonal treats, and family photo opportunities. The festival runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.
The Kravis Center's fourth annual free Block Party opens its 10-acre campus with live music across indoor and outdoor stages, theater workshops, dance and instrument activities, and a new immersive sound healing experience. Broadway star Noah J. Ricketts headlines alongside multiple local and regional acts; admission and parking are free.
Treasure Coast Ballet presents a fun rendition of the classic ballet Coppélia, following village girl Swanilda's quest involving a mysterious doll in Dr. Coppelius's spooky workshop, performed by local dancers.
A choral celebration presented as part of the America 250 festivities, featuring the Ebony Chorale of the Palm Beaches performing at the Kravis Center's Dreyfoos Concert Hall.
Eight nights of themed Halloween events including an opening parade, a wrestling show, a Halloween festival, an oddities market, a dinner show, a Vampire's Ball, trunk-or-treat, and a Día de los Muertos closing ceremony. $20 adults, $15 under 16.
A free, family-friendly Halloween event at ArtsPark at Young Circle featuring live music, kids' activities, a costume fashion show at 7 PM, and a movie night at 8 PM. Food is available for purchase on-site.
Elko Concerts and the Sunrise Theatre present Garrison Keillor and Erica Rhodes in their show "The Crazy Uncle and his Sensible Niece" at the historic Sunrise Theatre in downtown Fort Pierce. Keillor is best known for hosting A Prairie Home Companion for more than forty years.
St. Lucie County Parks & Recreation hosts its 4th Annual Tunnel of Terror and Trunk or Treat at the Fenn Center, featuring a haunted walkthrough and decorated cars handing out candy. The event is free and open to the public with no registration required.
Winding River Promotions presents Michael Allman in concert at the Lyric Theatre in downtown Stuart.
The American Cancer Society's annual community walk at Memorial Park honors breast cancer survivors and raises funds for research; the largest Making Strides gathering on the Treasure Coast, free to register.
Newfield's annual Halloween-themed 5K trail run through the scenic Kiplinger Conservancy nature trails, featuring costume encouragement, age-group awards, and a food drive benefiting House of Hope.
Stuart Main Street's free 27th annual family Halloween event in Historic Downtown Stuart features a trick-or-treat trail with downtown merchants, face painting, live music, DJ, food trucks, costume contests, and a Hobgoblins Parade finale.
Miami City Ballet opens its season with a three-ballet program featuring George Balanchine's 'Allegro Brillante,' Jerome Robbins' 'N.Y. Export: Opus Jazz' in new costumes by Zac Posen, and the world premiere of 'Push the Buttons of the Civilized' choreographed by Patricia Delgado with original music performed live by Emily Estefan.
A free, family-friendly Halloween event hosted by the City of Fort Lauderdale featuring trick-or-treat stations, carnival games, bounce houses, face painting, arts and crafts, pumpkin decorating, music, and a Native Village animal exhibition.
An adults-only Halloween street festival in Downtown Hollywood featuring free admission, live music, drink specials, and an adult costume contest with over $10,000 in prizes.
A Halloween-themed 5K run and haunted rail trail hosted by Indian River County First Responders, featuring a sunset 5K, costume contest, poolside movie, and free trunk-or-treat.
iL Mercato's special Fall-O-Ween edition at Tradition Square features trick-or-treating with local vendors, walking characters, a fall photo booth, face painting, bounce houses, and food trucks. Free admission and parking.
The free, family-friendly IRL Science Festival returns for its 11th year at Museum Pointe Park (414 Seaway Drive), offering hands-on STEAM activities, 50+ exhibitors, live animals, food trucks, and free admission to the St. Lucie County Aquarium and History Center all day. Parking is available across the street at Causeway Cove Marina.
The Business Development Board of Martin County's annual awards luncheon, presented by Bank of America, recognizes local companies and entrepreneurs driving innovation and economic excellence across Martin County.
Bestselling author and humorist David Sedaris brings his wit and sharp observational storytelling to The Parker in Fort Lauderdale as part of his 2026 national tour.
NY Rockets Entertainment presents Jukebox Legends Starring The NY Rockets in concert at the historic Lyric Theatre in downtown Stuart.
The 67th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the world's largest in-water boat show, spans seven waterfront venues showcasing over 1,300 boats and yachts, marine products, superyacht debuts, and luxury lifestyle experiences across nearly 90 acres.
The Broadway touring production of Dirty Dancing: The Musical plays eight performances at the Kravis Center, based on the beloved film and featuring live music, electrified dancing, and the iconic summer love story. Showtimes include Wed Oct 28 (7:30pm), Thu Oct 29 (2pm & 7:30pm), Fri Oct 30 (8pm), Sat Oct 31 (2pm & 8pm), and Sun Nov 1 (1pm & 7pm).
West Palm Beach's free weekly Clematis by Night concert series gets a Halloween makeover with live music from Uncle Morty's Rhythm Cream, hayrides, inflatable games, trick-or-treating, complimentary candy bags, and a costume contest for all ages. Admission is free.
United Way of Martin County's annual campaign kickoff luncheon bringing together business, civic, and community leaders to celebrate impact and launch the fundraising season.
A free, family-friendly Halloween event hosted by Indian River County Parks, Recreation & Conservation featuring decorated trunks, candy, a costume contest, games, and DJ music. Open to all ages.
Main Street Vero Beach kicks off its Downtown Friday season with a free Halloween-themed street party featuring live music by Jesse and The Thieves, food trucks, local vendors, and family fun along 14th Avenue.
A stage comedy imagining the beloved Golden Girls characters in present-day Miami comes to the Sunrise Theatre in historic downtown Fort Pierce. Tickets are available through the Sunrise Theatre box office.
The City of Port St. Lucie hosts three days of Halloween-themed family fun including live music (tribute bands Absolute Bon Jovi and Absolute Journey on Friday), carnival rides, food trucks, a fall marketplace, and Street of Treats trick-or-treating. Free admission; food, drinks, and carnival rides are extra.
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