Fall Festivals in Southwest Florida
Fall in Southwest Florida doesn't come with falling leaves, but it does come with festivals: pumpkin patches, harvest fairs, Oktoberfests, food and music festivals, and plenty of family days on the weekends from October through November.
Here's every fall festival we think is worth knowing about, sorted by city and date. Each one is checked by a person before it's listed. Below the festivals in each city you'll find more fall fun nearby, like pumpkin patches, hayrides and fall-themed nights out.
Fall Festivals in Fort Myers
Times vary by dayMillennial Brewing Company, Fort Myers
Runs through Sun, Oct 4
Fort Myers Oktoberfest at Millennial
A Munich style beer hall celebration with German beer and food, live music, and stein competitions.
Free EntryFamily-friendlyFood & DrinkLive MusicHoliday & SeasonalNightlife🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event PageTimes vary by daySouthern Fresh Farms, Fort Myers
Runs through Sun, Nov 1
Fall Fest 2026
A weekend fall festival with local vendors, food, live music, farm animals, and pumpkins every weekend in October.
Free EntryFamily-friendlyOutdoorFood & DrinkLive Music🎃 FallFamily & KidsMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page11 AM–2 PMBackyard Social, Fort Myers
Family Fun Day
Magic shows at 12pm and 1pm, free fall family photos, and face painting (for purchase), with 6 food trucks and a full service bar.
FreeFamily-friendlyFamily & KidsArts & Entertainment🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event PageTimes vary by dayLakes Park, Fort Myers
Runs through Thu, Oct 22
Lakes Park Fall Festival
Hosted by Lee County Parks & Recreation
A multi-week fall festival featuring a Halloween Express Train Ride, Scarecrows in the Park display in the Children's Garden, and a Pumpkin Patch. Train rides run M-F 10am-2pm and 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm; scarecrows and pumpkins Th-F 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm.
Free EntryFamily-friendlyFamily & KidsHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallOutdoorFood & DrinkCommunityMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page6–8 PMGulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers
Barktober-Fest & Pet Costume Contest
A pet costume contest featuring music, photo ops, balloon art, and DJ entertainment. Contest entry is a suggested $5 donation or wish list item for the Gulf Coast Humane Society, with winners receiving Petco gift cards.
Free EntryFamily-friendlyFamily & KidsCommunityHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallOutdoorMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page9 AM–2 PMM&M Farms, Fort Myers
M&M Farms Fall Market
A fall market with 60-plus handmade, boutique, and vintage vendors, food trucks, a bounce house, and farm animals.
FreeMarkets & ShoppingFamily & KidsFood & Drink🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page5–7 PMBell Tower Shops, Fort Myers
Family Fun Night: Spooky Edition + Children's Entrepreneur Market
A family fun night featuring a kids' entrepreneur market, free pumpkin decorating, face painting, and a corn maze.
FreeFamily & KidsMarkets & ShoppingHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10 AM–3 PMBell Tower Shops, Fort Myers
Fall Fest & Spooktacular- Car Show, Fall Market & Trick or Treating
Fall festival and Halloween celebration featuring a Corvette and Open Car & Truck Show, handcrafted items and local food from vendors, trick-or-treating 12-3pm at participating retailers and craft booths, meet and greet with costumed characters, and live performances including unicyclist and dancers.
FreeDesigned for childrenHoliday & SeasonalFamily & KidsOutdoor🎃 FallArts & EntertainmentMarkets & ShoppingCommunityMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page1–4 PMSouthern Fresh Farms, Fort Myers
Boo at the Farm Trick or Treating
A farm wide, car free trick or treat with decorated Community Candy Stations and vendors, part of Fall Fest, which also includes a pumpkin patch, playground, farm animals, local vendors, and fall photo opportunities.
FreeDesigned for childrenHoliday & SeasonalFamily & KidsCommunity🎃 FallLive MusicFood & DrinkMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page
More fall fun in Fort Myers
Pumpkin patches, hayrides and other fall fun that isn't a festival.
8:30–11:30 AMFGCU South Village, Fort Myers
Running Scared 5K Pumpkin Run
A 5K race where runners carry a pumpkin along the course, benefiting Special Olympics Florida.
Ticketed EventSports & FitnessCommunityHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page8:30 AMFlorida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers
Lee County Law Enforcement Running Scared 5K
Hosted by Lee County Law Enforcement
A 5K race (run, jog, or walk) benefiting Special Olympics Florida, with registration beginning at 7:30 AM and the race starting at 8:30 AM.
Ticketed EventRSVP RequiredFamily-friendlySports & FitnessCommunity🎃 FallWellnessMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page7 PMBackyard Social, Fort Myers
Backyard Boos Movie Series:Coraline
A Halloween-themed outdoor movie screening. Enjoy free popcorn while you watch.
FreeFamily-friendlyNightlifeArts & EntertainmentHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10 AM–1 PMBackyard Social, Fort Myers
Oktoberfest Dachshund Races
Hosted by Sausage Dog Island & Low Rider Dachshund Rescue
Dachshund racing competition with costumes encouraged, live music, brats, pretzels, and beer available for purchase. Registration starts at 10am, races run 12pm-1pm.
Free EntryFamily-friendlyFamily & KidsFood & DrinkCommunityOutdoorHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10–11 AMDunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, Fort Myers
Curated Chaos for Teens: Haunted Hues
Hosted by Lee County Library
Teens paint a Halloween-themed paint-by-numbers canvas to take home.
Free🎃 FallArts & EntertainmentFamily & KidsMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page2–4 PMFort Myers Regional Library (South Building), Fort Myers
Frights, Flicks & Crafts
Hosted by Lee County Library
A spooky afternoon of crafting and a scary PG-13 movie screening for adults.
Free🎃 FallArts & EntertainmentCommunityMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page4 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers
Runs through Sun, Oct 11
LEGO Halloween Build Event
A Halloween-themed LEGO mini build event where attendees can build and take home their creations while supplies last. Contact the store to reserve a spot for this event.
FreeRSVP RequiredDesigned for childrenFamily & KidsArts & Entertainment🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event PageTimes vary by dayFort Myers Brewing Co., Fort Myers
Runs through Sun, Oct 18
Oktoberfest at Fort Myers Brewing Co.
Featuring 50+ beers and seltzers on rotation, live music performances, food trucks, a free stein-hoisting competition on Saturday at 5pm, and Oktoberfest merchandise available for purchase.
Free EntryFamily-friendlyFood & DrinkLive MusicHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallOutdoorMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page6–11 PMMillennial Brewing Company, Fort Myers
4th Annual Halloween Art Gala
A showcase of local artists, performers, makers, and creatives at Millennial Brewing Co.
Ticketed EventArts & EntertainmentHoliday & SeasonalFood & Drink🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page1–2:30 PMM&M Farms, Fort Myers
Fall Arrangement Workshop
Hosted by Florals by Ellen
A floral arranging workshop where participants create fall centerpieces with locally grown flowers in reusable pumpkin vases. All supplies, seasonal snacks, and beverages are included; no prior floral experience needed.
Ticketed EventClasses & Workshops🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10 AM–12 PMLakes Regional Library, Fort Myers
Preschool Halloween Spooktacular
Hosted by Lee County Library
Drop-in Halloween games, activities and fall crafts for preschoolers.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsHoliday & SeasonalMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page6–6:45 PMLakes Regional Library, Fort Myers
Kids Halloween Q-Tip Painting
Hosted by Lee County Library
Kids paint a fun Halloween scene using Q-Tips instead of brushes.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page5–7 PMAlliance for the Arts, Fort Myers
Trick-or-Treat House: Less Scare, More Care (Community Night)
A family friendly Halloween community night with a trick or treat house, campfire stories, arts and crafts, a scavenger hunt, and a costume parade.
FreeDesigned for childrenHoliday & SeasonalFamily & KidsArts & Entertainment🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10–11 AMDunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, Fort Myers
Spooktacular Storytime
Hosted by Lee County Library
A fall storytime with age-appropriate Halloween stories, music and a seasonal craft.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsCommunityMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page6–9 PMFlorida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics | Fort Myers
Hosted by Florida Gulf Coast Symphonic Band
A candlelit concert featuring Halloween-themed classical and contemporary music performed by the Listeso String Quartet, including pieces from horror films and spooky classics like Thriller, The Exorcist, Stranger Things, and Ghostbusters.
Ticketed EventFamily-friendlyLive MusicArts & EntertainmentHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event PageTimes vary by daySix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers
Runs through Sat, Oct 24
Halloween on the Boardwalk: Tale of Witches
A guided nighttime walking play through the boardwalk featuring encounters with alligators, owls, and other creatures of the night.
Ticketed EventHoliday & SeasonalOutdoorArts & Entertainment🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page7–10 PMCoast Elite Gymnastics, Fort Myers
Parents Night Out
A supervised evening for children featuring pizza, games, open gym access, and a bounce house.
RSVP RequiredTicketed EventDesigned for childrenFamily & KidsSports & Fitness🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page8 PMThe Rebel, Fort Myers
Come as You Aren't
Hosted by Love Your Rebellion, Inc.
Halloween costume party with live music from Gravewave, Dave! Javu, and The Disorderly. Costumes are encouraged and music is expected!
Ticketed EventLive MusicNightlifeHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10 AM–2 PMEdison and Ford Winter Estates, Fort Myers
Annual Quilt Show
Dozens of quilts from the Southwest Florida Quilters Guild are displayed on clotheslines at Edison and Ford Winter Estates, with an on-site quilt appraiser available.
Ticketed EventArts & EntertainmentMarkets & ShoppingCommunity🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page1–2:30 PMRiverdale Public Library, Fort Myers
Haunted Lego Build
Hosted by Lee County Library
Kids design and build haunted houses, creepy creatures and more with LEGO bricks.
FreeRSVP RequiredFamily & Kids🎃 FallClasses & WorkshopsMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page2–5 PMSouthern Fresh Farms, Fort Myers
Babies & Brews
A family friendly meetup for parents and little ones at the Southern Fresh Farms Fall Festival, with an on site donation drive for Eva's Closet.
FreeDesigned for childrenFamily & KidsCommunityHoliday & SeasonalOutdoor🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page2–4 PMCoast Elite Gymnastics, Fort Myers
3rd Annual Trunk or Treat
Free trunk or treating event with paid options for open gym and bounce house access. Bring a canned good to reduce open gym cost from $7 to $5; all food donations benefit Harry Chapin Food Bank.
Free EntryDesigned for children🎃 FallFamily & KidsCommunityMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page3–6 PMWa-Ke Hatchee Park and Recreation Center, Fort Myers
Fort Myers Wa-Ke Hatchee Park Trunk or Treat
A trunk or treat event where attendees in costumes collect candy and goodies from decorated car trunks.
FreeDesigned for childrenHoliday & SeasonalFamily & KidsCommunity🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page5–8 PMGulf Coast Town Center, Fort Myers
Ghost & Ghouls Candy Crawl
Trick-or-treating throughout the center from 5-7 PM, costume contest from 7-8 PM (pre-registration required) with age group winners and group costume prize, plus balloon artist, face painting, and roaming Halloween characters available throughout the event.
FreeFamily-friendlyHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallFamily & KidsCommunityArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page3–4:30 PMDunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, Fort Myers
Monsters and Mischief: Movie
Hosted by Lee County Library
A screening of the PG-rated animated film Hotel Transylvania.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10–10:30 AMRiverdale Public Library, Fort Myers
Costume Storytime
Hosted by Lee County Library
A not-so-scary Halloween storytime with silly songs and rhymes where kids come in costume.
FreeRSVP Required🎃 FallFamily & KidsHoliday & SeasonalMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10–11 AMDunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, Fort Myers
Little Boo Bash
Hosted by Lee County Library
An hour-long Halloween dance party for little ones and their caregivers, with costumes encouraged.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsHoliday & SeasonalMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page
Fall Festivals in Naples
7–11 PMCollier Fairgrounds, Naples
Galaxy Fright Nights 2026
A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.
Ticketed EventFamily-friendlyNightlifeFamily & KidsHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page
Family & KidsTimes vary by dayNaples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, Naples
Runs through Mon, Oct 26
Naples Boo at the Zoo
Family-friendly Halloween event featuring costume characters, candy booths, trick-or-treating for children ages 12 and under, dinosaurs, mini unicorns, and live shows with photo opportunities featuring superheroes and mermaids. Regular zoo admission applies.
Ticketed EventFamily-friendlyFamily & KidsHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallOutdoorMore Event InformationOfficial Event PageTimes vary by dayMercato, Naples
Runs through Sun, Oct 25
SNIP Pumpkin Patch
A pumpkin patch where pumpkins are sold for $10 each, with proceeds benefiting SNIP Collier's spay and neuter services for pets. Available Oct 17-25 at various times throughout the day.
Free EntryFamily-friendlyMarkets & ShoppingHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallCommunityOutdoorMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page5–8 PMMercato, Naples
Haunted Hoedown
Outdoor Halloween celebration featuring a dance party, pumpkin patch, face painting, scarecrow stilt walker, costume contest with prizes across multiple age categories, character meet-and-greets, screening of Halloweentown at 7:15 PM, and trick-or-treat stops around the venue.
FreeDesigned for childrenHoliday & SeasonalFamily & KidsCommunity🎃 FallOutdoorMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page5–7 PMFleischmann Park, Naples
City of Naples Fright Night
A Halloween celebration at Fleischmann Park with candy, bounce houses, music, and food trucks.
FreeDesigned for childrenHoliday & SeasonalFamily & KidsFood & Drink🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event PageEast Naples Community Park, Naples
Runs through Wed, Nov 25
Fall Into Motion All Month Marathon
Hosted by Collier County Parks & Recreation
A month-long, self-paced marathon challenge at East Naples Community Park where participants complete 53 laps around the lakeside path for a cumulative 26.2 miles, walking, jogging, or running at their own pace. All participants receive a welcome gift, and those who complete the full marathon are entered into a raffle for a Grand Prize.
FreeFamily-friendlySports & FitnessOutdoor🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page2–3:30 PMHeadquarters Regional Branch, Naples
Fall Festival
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
An afternoon of fall-themed crafts, games and music for kids.
FreeDesigned for children🎃 FallFamily & KidsCommunityArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page
More fall fun in Naples
Pumpkin patches, hayrides and other fall fun that isn't a festival.
10–10:30 AMNaples Regional Library, Naples
Fall Storytime
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
A fall-themed family storytime for little ones with books, rhymes, music and movement, and crafts.
FreeDesigned for children🎃 FallFamily & KidsClasses & WorkshopsArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page9 AM–8 PMNaples Regional Library, Naples
Make & Take Craft
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
A drop-in, all-day craft station where visitors of any age can make something to take home.
FreeDesigned for childrenClasses & WorkshopsFamily & KidsArts & Entertainment🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page6–9 PMBaker Park, Frederick, Maryland, United States, Naples
City of Naples Halloween Hustle 5k
A 5K run featuring live entertainment, food trucks, and a vendor village with local businesses.
Ticketed EventFamily-friendlySports & FitnessCommunityFood & DrinkHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page9:30–11:30 AMMosaic Kids, Naples
Little Monster Mash Art Lab
Hosted by Little Connection Studio
A Halloween themed art class with monster canvas painting, a paint-a-monster magnet, and a monster boo bag.
Ticketed EventDesigned for childrenArts & EntertainmentFamily & KidsHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page2 PMBarnes & Noble Naples Park Shore Plaza, Naples
LEGO Halloween Build Event
A LEGO Halloween themed mini build event where guests can build and take home LEGO creations. Contact our store to reserve a spot for this event..
FreeRSVP RequiredDesigned for childrenFamily & KidsArts & EntertainmentHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10–10:30 AMNaples Regional Library, Naples
Fall Storytime
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
A fall-themed family storytime for little ones with books, rhymes, music and movement, and crafts.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsClasses & WorkshopsMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page- Classes & Workshops
6–7 PMBig Corkscrew Island Regional Park, Naples
Holiday Eats: Kids Cooking Class (Halloween)
Hosted by Collier County Parks & Recreation
A themed kids cooking class exploring the culinary arts, with everything provided.
Ticketed EventDesigned for childrenClasses & WorkshopsFamily & KidsFood & Drink🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page 2–3 PMHeadquarters Regional Branch, Naples
Teen Pumpkin Decorating
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
Teens paint and decorate their own mini pumpkin with festive colors and spooky designs, with all supplies provided.
FreeDesigned for children🎃 FallFamily & KidsArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page4–6 PMCMON Golisano Children's Museum of Naples, Naples
Halloween Spooktacular
A not-so-scary Halloween celebration where costumed kids trick-or-treat through the museum with themed activities, games and crafts.
Ticketed EventRSVP RequiredDesigned for children🎃 FallFamily & KidsHoliday & SeasonalMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page3 PMBooks on Third, Naples
Pressed Flowers Workshop with Naples Art Picnic
Hosted by Naples Art Picnic
A pressed flower workshop where participants select from real pressed flowers and create botanical artwork while enjoying a fall evening at the bookstore. No art experience needed.
Ticketed EventClasses & WorkshopsArts & Entertainment🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page7 PMMercato, Naples
Movie on the Lawn: Halloweentown
Outdoor movie screening in the Piazza at Mercato.
FreeFamily-friendlyFamily & KidsOutdoor🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event PageTimes vary by dayEstates Branch Library, Naples
Runs through Thu, Oct 22
Music & Movement
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
An active, musical storytime that gets little hands and bodies moving.
FreeDesigned for childrenFamily & KidsLive MusicClasses & WorkshopsArts & Entertainment🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page2–3 PMNaples Regional Library, Naples
Halloween Owl Craft
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
Decorate a ceramic owl bowl to hold your Halloween candy, with all supplies provided.
FreeDesigned for children🎃 FallClasses & WorkshopsFamily & KidsArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page6–8 PMBig Corkscrew Island Regional Park, Naples
RIP Trunk or Treat
Annual Trunk or Treat event featuring music, candy, crafts, and a costume contest with prizes.
Ticketed EventDesigned for childrenFamily & KidsHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallFood & DrinkLive MusicMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page6–8 PMEast Naples Community Park, Naples
Frights & Delights Trunk or Treat Event
Hosted by Collier County Parks & Recreation
A spooktacular Halloween night for families featuring trunk or treat, food trucks, games, prizes, and a costume contest at East Naples Community Park.
FreeDesigned for childrenHoliday & SeasonalFamily & KidsCommunityFood & Drink🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page5:30–8:30 PMNaples Area Board of REALTORS, Naples
Trunk or Treat & Movie on the Lawn
Trick-or-treat at decorated car trunks from 5:30-7:30pm, followed by a movie on the lawn from 7:30-9:00pm. Community event features candy collection, costumes, and outdoor entertainment.
FreeFamily-friendlyFamily & KidsHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallCommunityMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page11–11:30 AMNaples Regional Library, Naples
Fall Trick or Treat Storytime
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
Preschoolers come in costume for a Halloween story, then parade through the library to trick-or-treat stations.
FreeDesigned for children🎃 FallFamily & KidsHoliday & SeasonalArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page6–7:30 PMBig Corkscrew Island Regional Park, Naples
Baby Rave: Halloween Edition
A Halloween themed dance party for babies and toddlers with dancing, music, glow lights, and bubbles.
Ticketed EventDesigned for childrenFamily & KidsHoliday & SeasonalLive Music🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page9 AM–5 PMHeadquarters Regional Branch, Naples
Trick or Treat
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
Kids stop by the children's room in costume to trick-or-treat at the library on Halloween.
FreeDesigned for children🎃 FallFamily & KidsHoliday & SeasonalArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page5–7 PMFleischmann Park, Naples
Naples Fright Night in the City
Hosted by City of Naples
Halloween party featuring food trucks, games, bounce houses, and vendors.
FreeFamily-friendlyFamily & KidsCommunityHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallFood & DrinkMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page8 PM–2 AMSeed to Table, Naples
Runs through Sun, Nov 1
Seed to Table Presents Halloween 2026
A Halloween celebration featuring the biggest costume contest in Southwest Florida with over $3,000 in cash and prizes.
NightlifeHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallCommunityMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10–10:30 AMNaples Regional Library, Naples
Fall Family Storytime
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
A fall-themed family storytime for little ones with books, rhymes, music and movement, and crafts.
FreeDesigned for childrenFamily & Kids🎃 FallCommunityArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page2–3 PMHeadquarters Regional Branch, Naples
Thanksgiving Thank You Cards
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
Teens and tweens craft Thanksgiving thank-you cards using colorful papers and embellishments, with all supplies provided.
FreeDesigned for childrenHoliday & SeasonalClasses & WorkshopsFamily & KidsArts & Entertainment🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10–10:30 AMNaples Regional Library, Naples
Fall Family Storytime
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
A fall-themed family storytime for little ones with books, rhymes, music and movement, and crafts.
FreeDesigned for children🎃 FallFamily & KidsClasses & WorkshopsArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page11 AM–12 PMNaples Regional Library, Naples
Autumn Harvest Fest
Hosted by Collier County Public Library
A family-friendly fall celebration with arts and crafts, games and snacks.
FreeDesigned for children🎃 FallFamily & KidsArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page
Fall Festivals in Bonita Springs
Times vary by dayFarmer Mike's U-Pick of Bonita, Bonita Springs
Runs through Sat, Oct 31
12th Annual Fall Festival at Farmer Mike's
A fall festival with a hay ride, corn maze, pumpkin patch, sunflower field, bouncy houses, and a haunted corn maze on select nights.
Ticketed EventFamily-friendlyFamily & KidsFood & DrinkHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page7–10 PMBonita Springs, Florida, United States, Bonita Springs
Bonita Springs Happy Haunts Stroll
Family-friendly Halloween experience featuring lit décor, projections, lighting, Halloween music, and photo opportunities throughout Downtown Bonita Springs nightly.
FreeFamily-friendlyHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallFamily & KidsArts & EntertainmentOutdoorMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page
More fall fun in Bonita Springs
Pumpkin patches, hayrides and other fall fun that isn't a festival.
9:30–11:30 AMBig City Kids, Bonita Springs
Pumpkin & Me
Hosted by Little Connection Studio
A fall pumpkin painting party for moms and kids with open play and fall themed activities.
Ticketed EventDesigned for childrenFamily & KidsArts & EntertainmentHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10:30–11:30 AMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs
Family Storytime with Fables & Flute
Hosted by Lee County Library
An autumn-themed storytime where a high school music duo brings classic children's stories to life with flute and storytelling.
FreeRSVP RequiredFamily & Kids🎃 FallArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page5–6:30 PMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs
Teen Buttons: Fall Edition
Hosted by Lee County Library
Teens design and press custom pinback buttons from memes, doodles or cut-up manga and comics.
Free🎃 FallClasses & WorkshopsFamily & KidsMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page1–3 PMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs
Halloween Movie: Goosebumps
Hosted by Lee County Library
A screening of the PG-rated film Goosebumps, in which a horror writer's monsters escape his books and overrun a small town.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page5:30–7 PMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs
Trick-or-Treat Bag Bash!
Hosted by Lee County Library
Kids design their own Halloween tote bag, then fill it with treats while trick-or-treating around the library.
FreeRSVP Required🎃 FallFamily & KidsClasses & WorkshopsMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page4–5 PMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs
Spooky Shadows: DIY Lanterns and Trivia
Hosted by Lee County Library
Teens craft an eerie jar luminary, then test their knowledge in a Halloween-themed trivia challenge.
FreeRSVP Required🎃 FallFamily & KidsGames & TriviaMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page7–10 PMCeremony Brewing, Bonita Springs
Oddities Bingo: Halloween Party
A spooky themed bingo night with a costume contest, ten rounds of games, and a first drink included.
Ticketed EventGames & TriviaNightlifeHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page5:30–8:30 PMBonita Wonder Gardens, Bonita Springs
Boo-Tanical Evening
After-hours Halloween fun at the gardens with face painting, family games, photo ops, festive decor and special animal enrichment.
Ticketed EventFamily-friendly🎃 FallFamily & KidsHoliday & SeasonalOutdoorMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10:30–11:30 AMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs
Monster Mash Mini Golf
Hosted by Lee County Library
Six spooky mini golf holes plus more monster-themed fun around the youth services room.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsGames & TriviaMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page8 PM–1 AMOld 41 Road, Bonita Springs, Bonita Springs
Runs through Sun, Oct 25
Nightmare on Old 41
Halloween bar crawl along Old 41 with free admission and free trolley rides between venues.
FreeNightlifeHoliday & SeasonalFood & Drink🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page1–3 PMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs
Halloween Hedgehog
Hosted by Lee County Library
Adults fold, cut and glue old books into charming upcycled Halloween or fall hedgehogs.
FreeRSVP Required🎃 FallClasses & WorkshopsFamily & KidsMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10:30–11:30 AMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs
Tiny Tots Harvest Fest
Hosted by Lee County Library
An autumn-themed morning of seasonal sensory play and simple crafts for the littlest library visitors.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsClasses & WorkshopsMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page4:30–5:30 PMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs
Autumn Teen Painting Studio
Hosted by Lee County Library
Teens paint a November canvas step by step with a staff artist, set to dim lights and chill lo-fi music.
FreeRSVP Required🎃 FallClasses & WorkshopsArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page6–7 PMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs
Fall Family Bingo Night
Hosted by Lee County Library
A cozy family bingo night with prizes the whole family can enjoy.
FreeRSVP RequiredFamily & KidsGames & Trivia🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10:30–11:30 AMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs
The Littlest Fall Ball
Hosted by Lee County Library
A cozy fall dance party where little ones and their grown-ups twirl and play with music, bubbles and balloons.
FreeRSVP Required🎃 FallFamily & KidsCommunityMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page
Fall Festivals in Cape Coral
10–11:30 AMNorthwest Regional Library, Cape Coral
Harvest Festival
Hosted by Lee County Library
An indoor harvest festival of seasonal sensory play, games and activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
FreeFamily & Kids🎃 FallCommunityMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10 AM–2 PMFarmer Joe's Fresh Market, Cape Coral
3rd Annual Fall Fest
Fall festival featuring delicious food and drinks, local vendors, and fall activities for the whole family.
FreeFamily-friendly🎃 FallFood & DrinkFamily & KidsCommunityMarkets & ShoppingMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page
More fall fun in Cape Coral
Pumpkin patches, hayrides and other fall fun that isn't a festival.
6:15–6:45 PMNorthwest Regional Library, Cape Coral
Not-so-Spooky Books and Blankets
Hosted by Lee County Library
An evening pajama storytime of songs, rhymes, fingerplays and stories for the whole family.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsCommunityMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page2:30–5 PMNorthwest Regional Library, Cape Coral
Creepy Cute Cemeteriums
Hosted by Lee County Library
Teens build a haunted mini terrarium with tiny tombstones and ghostly details.
Free🎃 FallClasses & WorkshopsFamily & KidsMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10 AM–12 PMCape Coral-Lee County Public Library, Cape Coral
Boo Bash
Hosted by Lee County Library
Costumed little ones explore Halloween-themed early literacy stations with hands-on activities.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsHoliday & SeasonalMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page1–2 PMNorthwest Regional Library, Cape Coral
Adult Crafternoon: Harvest Your Own Fall Decor
Hosted by Lee County Library
Adults craft fall wall decor from dried fruits, cinnamon and essential oils.
FreeRSVP Required🎃 FallClasses & WorkshopsArts & EntertainmentMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page
Fall Festivals in Marco Island
- Holiday & Seasonal
4–6 PMMackle Park, Marco Island
Marco Island Halloween Spooktacular
Annual Halloween celebration featuring music, games, treats, a costume contest, and food and beverage vendors.
FreeFamily-friendlyHoliday & Seasonal🎃 FallFamily & KidsCommunityFood & DrinkMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page
More fall fun in Marco Island
Pumpkin patches, hayrides and other fall fun that isn't a festival.
10 AM–1 PMMarco Island Historical Museum, Marco Island
Dia de los Muertos
Hosted by Collier Museums
Learn the traditions of Dia de los Muertos while decorating calaveras (skulls) and building ofrendas (altars) that honor ancestors.
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Fall Festivals in North Fort Myers
6–8:30 PMNorth Fort Myers Park, North Fort Myers
Family Fall Festival
Hosted by Lee County Parks & Recreation
A free family event featuring games, candy, music, photo booth and costume contest.
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More fall fun in North Fort Myers
Pumpkin patches, hayrides and other fall fun that isn't a festival.
11 AM–1 PMNorth Fort Myers Public Library, North Fort Myers
Little Ghouls Craft & Treat
Hosted by Lee County Library
A drop-in Halloween celebration where kids decorate a trick-or-treat bag and visit treat stations.
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Fall Festivals in Immokalee
- Food & Drink
11 AM–2 PM1070 Alachua Street, Immokalee, Florida 34142, United States, Immokalee
FANG-TASTIC FEAST
Halloween pop-up featuring food vendors, arts and crafts shopping, live DJ, costume contest, and pumpkin pie eating contest.
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More fall fun in Estero
Pumpkin patches, hayrides and other fall fun that isn't a festival.
10 AMBarnes & Noble Coconut Point, Estero
LEGO Halloween Build Event
A LEGO Halloween themed mini build event where participants build and take home a LEGO kit while supplies last. Contact the store to reserve a spot for this event.
FreeRSVP RequiredFamily-friendlyFamily & KidsArts & Entertainment🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page11 AM–12 PMSouth County Regional Library, Estero
STEAM Team: Ghoulish Glows
Hosted by Lee County Library
Kids explore the science of glowing things by making a tonic water lava lamp and glow-in-the-dark slime.
FreeRSVP RequiredClasses & WorkshopsFamily & Kids🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10:30–11:30 AMSouth County Regional Library, Estero
Preschool Not-So-Scary Party
Hosted by Lee County Library
Spooky stories, songs and crafts for preschoolers, plus a costume parade through the library.
FreeRSVP Required🎃 FallFamily & KidsHoliday & SeasonalMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page5:30–7 PMSouth County Regional Library, Estero
Teen DIY: Pumpkin Decorating
Hosted by Lee County Library
Teens design and decorate their own pumpkin with paint, Mod Podge, gems and other craft materials.
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More fall fun in Lehigh Acres
Pumpkin patches, hayrides and other fall fun that isn't a festival.
2:30–3:30 PMEast County Regional Library, Lehigh Acres
Teen Thursday: Spooky Selfies
Hosted by Lee County Library
Teens draw gothic, Tim Burton-inspired selfie portraits.
Free🎃 FallClasses & WorkshopsFamily & KidsMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page6–6:30 PMEast County Regional Library, Lehigh Acres
Costume Bubble Dance Party
Hosted by Lee County Library
An evening costume dance party with singing and bubbles for families with young children.
Free🎃 FallFamily & KidsOutdoorMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page10–10:30 AMEast County Regional Library, Lehigh Acres
FALLoween Storytime & Costume Parade
Hosted by Lee County Library
A Halloween storytime with treat bag decorating and a costume parade through the library to collect treats.
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More fall fun in Bokeelia
Pumpkin patches, hayrides and other fall fun that isn't a festival.
10:30–11:30 AMPine Island Public Library, Bokeelia
Not-So-Scary Storytime
Hosted by Lee County Library
A family-friendly Halloween storytime with stories, songs, games and fall crafts; costumes welcome.
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More fall fun in Southwest Florida
Pumpkin patches, hayrides and other fall fun that isn't a festival.
9 AMHome Depot
Free Home Depot Kids Workshop: Witch Candy Box
Home Depot's free Kids Workshops provide a hands-on DIY experience for children ages 5-12, where they build a project, learn basic tool safety and skills, and take home their creation, an apron, and a special pin.
FreeRSVP RequiredDesigned for childrenFamily & KidsClasses & WorkshopsArts & Entertainment🎃 FallMore Event InformationOfficial Event Page1–3 PMMichael's Craft Store
Witching Hours: Pumpkin Fest
Pick out a craft pumpkin and decorate it in-store using provided supplies, with inspiration ideas on hand or total creative freedom.
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Questions
When are fall festivals in Southwest Florida?
Most run on weekends from early October through November, with a few starting in late September. Pumpkin patches usually open in early October and stay open through Halloween.
Are there free fall festivals near me?
Yes. Many city and church festivals are free to attend, with food and rides paid for separately. Free ones are marked "Free" or "Free Entry" on their listing.
Where can I find a pumpkin patch in SWFL?
Pumpkin patches are listed under "More fall fun" in each city above. Most are run by churches and farms from early October until the pumpkins are gone.
How do I get my fall festival listed?
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