Gather Your Little Monsters and Enjoy these Eerie-sistible Halloween Happenings

Broward County

Coconut Creek

Sorta Scary Night at Saw Palmetto

Saturday, October 18

Join a naturalist for a night of tricks, treats and costumes. Pre-register online. 4-7pm, Saw Palmetto Natural Area,
4950 NW 71 Place,
954-357-8109 http://www.broward.org/parks

Spiny Orb Weaver Haunts & Things

Sunday, October 19

Kids ages 10 and under can participate in a Halloween-themed program that includes a spider lesson, craft and nature   walk. $5. Noon-1pm,
Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 S. Lyons Rd.,
954-357-5198 http://www.broward.org/parks

Monster Mash Storytime

Thursday, October 30

Come dressed in costume for stories, songs and lots of silliness. Ages 2-5. 10:30am-11:15am,
North Regional BC Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd.,
http://www.broward.org/library

Cooper City

BOO-PER City Halloween Extravaganza

Friday, October 17

Have a night of fun with trunk-or-treating, Halloween music and other “fang”tastic activities. 6:30-9pm,
Memorial Park, 9001 SW 51 St.,
http://www.coopercityfl.org

Trick-or-Treat Shop-to-Shop

Saturday, October 25

In a safe alternative to trick-or-treating, little ghouls and goblins can gather goodies from shop to shop and participate in a costume contest by age category. 10am-noon,
Countryside Shops, 5524 S. Flamingo Rd.,
954-434-4300 http://www.coopercityfl.org

Coral Springs

Thrills & Chills

Saturday, October 18

Ghouls and boys can have lots of fun at this Halloween-themed event with carnival games, themed spaces and activities for all ages. $5 in advance, $8 at door. 3-5pm & 6-8pm,
Coral Springs Gymnasium, 2501 Coral Springs Dr.,
http://www.coralsprings.gov

Davie

Harvest Festival

Saturdays-Sundays, October 4-5, 11-12, 18-19 & 25-26

Celebrate the season with themed weekends, activities, harvest displays, entertainment, and more. $24 ages 12 and up, $17 ages 3-11, ages up to 2 free. 9:30am-4:30pm,
Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Rd.,
954-473-2955 http://www.flamingogardens.org

Halloween Happenings

Saturday, October 25

Participate in a morning full of Halloween activities. 10am-1pm,
Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, 4201 Rodeo Way,
954-797-1181 http://www.davie-fl.gov

Haunted Hot Rods

Sunday, October 26

Get creative and decorate any vehicle to compete for prizes. Event also includes music, trunk-or-treating and more. 11am-2pm,
Old Davie School Historical Museum, 6650 Griffin Rd.,
954-797-1044 http://www.olddavieschool.org

Night Hike: Things That Go Bump in the Night

Friday, October 31

Learn about a variety of nocturnal animals that call Long Key home during this naturalist-led hike. 7-8pm,
Long Key Nature Center, 3501 SW 130 Ave., Davie,
http://www.broward.org/parks

Deerfield Beach

Fall Festival

Saturday, October 11

An old-fashioned gathering with activities including a pumpkin patch, live entertainment, arts and crafts, kids’ zone and more. 4-8pm,
Pioneer Park, 217 NE Fifth Ave.,
954-480-4429 http://www.deerfield-beach.com

Fort Lauderdale

Nightmare Village

Select nights through November 1

Encounter creepy strangers, cannibals, zombies and other freakish characters at this frightfully fun experience. Not recommended for children under 13.
Xtreme Action Park, 5300 Powerline Rd.
http://www.xtremeactionpark.com

Hollywood

Boo Bash

Friday, October 24

Kids can have some spirited fun with music, kids activities, a costume fashion show at 7pm and a movie night starting at 8pm. Activities begin at 5pm. Free.
ArtsPark at Young Circle, One N. Young Circle,
http://www.hollywoodfl.org

Lauderhill

Spooktacular Halloween at your Library

Monday, October 20

Enjoy sweet treats, a Halloween-themed movie and a craft. All ages. 5:30-7:30pm,
Lauderhill Central Park Library, 3810 NW 11 Place,
http://www.broward.org/library

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Friday, October 31

Have some fun with a scavenger hunt at your own pace.
Lauderhill Towne Centre Library, 6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd.,
http://www.broward.org/library

North Lauderdale

Not-So-Scary Halloween Movie Matinee

Monday, October 13

Bring the kids for a Halloween-themed movie. 2-3pm,
North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch Library, 6901 Kimberly Blvd.,
http://www.broward.org/library

Crafts for Teens: Halloween Mini Canvas Drawing

Thursday, October 16

Teens can draw and color Halloween designs on a mini canvas. 3:30-4:30pm,
North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch Library, 6901 Kimberly Blvd.,
http://www.broward.org/library

Pembroke Pines

Bow Wow Ween

Saturday, October 4

Halloween fun that includes pooches, with a costume contest, activities, prizes and more. 9am-12:30,
Craig Rupp K-9 Dog Park, 9751 Johnson St.,
954-392-2116 http://www.ppines.com

Boo-ville

Wednesday, October 29

Dress in costume for trick-or-treating and Halloween-themed activities. For Pembroke Pines residents only. Tickets are free and required to be picked up in person prior to the event. 6-9pm, Charles F.
Dodge City Center Way, 601 City Center Way,
954-392-2116 http://www.ppines.com

Plantation

Family Fall Festival

Saturday, October 18

Fall into fun with a children’s carnival, games and activities, inflatables, costume contests, arts and crafts, a haunted house and more. $5 for those 2 and older. 10am-2pm,
Volunteer Park, 12050 W. Sunrise Blvd.,
http://www.plantation.org

Pompano Beach

Boo Bash Fall Edition

Saturday, October 25

Little ghouls and goblins are invited to participate in a costume contest, carnival rides, hayrides and more. 4-9pm,
Pompano Community Park, 1801 NE Sixth St.,
http://www.pompanobeachfl.gov

Horse & Hound Costume Event

Sunday, October 26

Come dressed to impressed with your furry friend by your side. 3-7pm,
Sand & Spurs Equestrian Park, 1600 NE Fifth Ave.,
954-786-4111 http://www.pompanobeachfl.gov

HalloSCREAM

Friday, October 31

Bring your candy bag and come in costume for some fun-filled Halloween hoopla. 6-8pm,
McNair Center, 951 NE 27 Ave.,
http://www.pompanobeachfl.gov

Sunrise

Ghostbusters Interactive Movie Experience

Sunday, October 12

Come dressed in ghost-busting gear for meet-and-greets, themed photo opportunities and and fun surprises through the move. $7. Doors open at 1pm for pre-screening festivities. Movie begins at 2pm. 1-4pm,
Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd.,
http://www.sunrisefl.gov

Trick or Trot 5K

Saturday, October 18

Dress in costume for this annual race for the whole family. 7:30am,
Sunrise Civic Center Amphitheater,
http://www.sunrisefl.gov

Tamarac

Halloween Hoopla

Friday, October 24

A fun event for the whole family with music, arts and crafts, bounce houses, face painting, carnival games, prizes, candy and more. First 500 kids will receive a free bag of treats. 6-8:30pm,
Tamarac Park, 7501 N. University Dr.,
http://www.tamarac.org

Weston

Spooky Halloween

Friday, October 31

Head to the center of town for lots of Halloween fun and activities. 5-8pm,
Weston Town Center, 1675 Market St.,
http://www.westontowncenter.com

Miami-Dade County

Cutler Bay

Spooky Symphony

Friday, October 24

Halloween festivities and a spooky symphony performance for the whole family. Reserve online. Free. 6pm,
The Moss Center, 10950 SW 211 St.,
http://www.mosscenter.org

Doral

House of Horror Haunted Carnival

Through November 2

Prepare to be scared as you creep through this haunted attraction.
Miami International Mall, 1625 NW 107 Ave.,
http://www.houseofhorrorcarnival.com

Hialeah

Trunk-or-Treat

Friday, October 31

Costumed kids can collect candy in a festive environment while participating in family-friendly activities. 6pm,
Milander Park, 4700 Palm Ave.,
http://www.hialeahfl.gov

Miami

Historic Ghost Tours

October 1, 8, 15, 22 & 23

Step into the past as a guide shares stories of historic events, insights and paranormal activity that has been experienced on the grounds. $45. 7:30-9:30pm,
Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72 Ave.,
305-235-1668 http://www.deeringestate.org

Not So Scary Family Halloween Bash

Sunday, October 5

Trick-or-treat through the museum’s 17 galleries while stopping for mini pumpkin decorating, spooky arts and crafts, character meet and greets and more. 1-5pm,
Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway,
305-373-5437 http://www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

Creepy Forest

Saturday, October 11

Prepare for a spine-chilling adventure through the eerie forest at the nature center. $20. 6pm & 7:30pm,
A.D. Barnes Park Nature Center, 3401 SW 72 Ave.,
http://www.miamidadeparks.com

Harvest & Treats

Saturdays-Sundays, October 18-19 & 25-26

Have some fall fun at the farm with activities that include a pumpkin patch, yard games, animal interactions, candy stations, costume contest and more. 10am-7pm,
Tinez Farms, 16405 SW 177 Ave.,
http://www.tinezfarms.com

Spooky Science Monster Mash

Saturday, October 25

Come in costume for eerie science experiments and spine-tingling adventures. Free with paid museum admission. 11am-3pm,
Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, 1101 Biscayne Blvd.,
http://www.frostscience.org

Zoo Boo

Saturday-Sunday, October 25-26

A wild adventure with trick-or-treating, a costume contest, inflatable haunted maze, games, music and more. Free with zoo admission. 10am-3pm,
Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152 St.,
305-251-0400 http://www.zoomiami.org

The Horrorland

Through October 31

Prepare for zombies, monsters and other creatures of the night as you experience devilish dens and lurid lairs, haunted houses and scare zones. Ages 10 and up recommended for the haunts. Prices vary.
Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail,
http://www.thehorrorland.com

Miami Beach

Halloween Half Marathon

Saturday, October 25

Dress in costume or just come as you are for a half marathon, freaky 4-miler or kids dash. Halloween-themed race.
Register online. Along Miami Beach,
http://www.halloweenhalfmarathon.com

Pinecrest

Zombie Run

Saturday, October 18

Lace up your shoes, put on a costume, and get ready to dodge zombies during this family-friendly adventure. There will also be a 40-foot zombie maze, photo booth, music and more. $30. Check-in begins at 4:30pm, race begins at 6pm.
Evelyn Greer Park, 8200 SW 124 St.,
http://www.pinecrest-fl.gov

Palm Beach County

Boca Raton

Boca Raton Pumpkin Patch Festival

Saturday-Sunday, October 11-12

Celebrate all things fall at this event featuring carnival rides, a cornstalk maze, a dress your own scarecrow village and a pumpkin patch. $32/session.
Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton,
http://www.bocapumpkinpatch.com

Spookyville

Select days, October 11-31

An old-fashioned Halloween extravaganza geared toward families with children 10 and under. Activities include trick-or-treating, contests, entertainment and more. Tickets available for purchase online.
South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach,
http://www.southfloridafair.com

Halloween By The Sea

Sunday, October 19

Families of all ages can enjoy outdoor crafts, games and more. Don’t forget to dress in costume! Register for one of two time slots – 4:30-5:30pm or 5:45-6:45pm,
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton,
561-544-8605

SOMething Scary

Friday, October 24

Celebrate Halloween with a night of interactive art, a costume contest, music, dancing, haunted house, food and games. All ages. 6-10pm,
The Hub at Space of Mind, 101 NW First Ave., Delray Beach,
http://www.downtowndelraybeach.com

Fall Family Fun Fest

Saturday, October 25

Have some fall-themed fun with fall activities, hands-on experiences, live entertainment, music, a petting zoo and more. 10am-3pm,
Cox Science Center and Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach,
561-832-1988 http://www.coxsciencecenter.org

Haunted Heights

Saturday, October 25

Creep through the mysterious haunted hammock at night to face your fears and see some frights along the way. Adults and children ages 7 and up. Register for one half hour time slot from 7:30pm to 9pm.
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton,
561-544-8605

Clematis by Fright!

Thursday, October 30

A frightful twist on the weekly Clematis by Night series, this free event features family activities, hayrides, games, music and a Trick-or-Truck event where kids can get candy from first responders and public works vehicles.
Downtown West Palm Beach waterfront, 100 N Clematis Street, West Palm Beach

Hendry County

(Bordering NW Broward and Palm Beach counties)

Big Cypress Seminole Indian

Pumpkins OF Devil’s Garden

Friday, October 10

Dress up for this family-friendly event that includes a walk through sculpture garden with jack-o-lanterns to fright and delight, Halloween treats, and an outdoor screening of the classic 1991 Addams Family movie.  5-7pm,
Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum, 34725 W. Boundary Rd., Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation, http://www.ahtahthiki.com