Palm Beach County has a full Halloween calendar this year: pumpkin patches in Jupiter and Wellington from Oct. 7, YMCA trunk-or-treats on Oct. 16 and 24, Spookyville weekends Oct. 17–31, and big festivals in Palm Beach Gardens, Delray Beach and downtown West Palm Beach. Below are the dates we found, plus a simple plan if your school, church, HOA or family wants to host its own trunk-or-treat or fall fest instead.
Halloween and fall events in Palm Beach County, October 2026
Dates and times come from the event organizers and local news listings in early October. Always check the organizer's page before you go, since times and weather plans can change.
- Pumpkin Towne, Wellington and Jupiter (open from Oct. 7, daily 9 a.m.–9 p.m.). Two pumpkin patches, at 2635 State Road 7 in Wellington and 14 N. Old Dixie Highway in Jupiter, with carving pumpkins, pumpkin painting and photo spots.
- Jupiter PumpkinFest, Harbourside Place (Sat., Oct. 10). A fall day out on the Jupiter waterfront.
- YMCA Trunk-or-Treat, DeVos-Blum Family Y in Boynton Beach (Fri., Oct. 16, 6:30–8:30 p.m.). Trunk-or-treat with a magician, food trucks and a costume contest.
- Spookyville at Yesteryear Village, South Florida Fairgrounds, West Palm Beach (Fridays to Sundays, Oct. 17–31). Safe trick-or-treating and rides for kids 10 and under, with costume parades on Sundays.
- YMCA Trunk-or-Treat, Peter Blum Family Y in Boca Raton (Sat., Oct. 24, 6:30–8:30 p.m.).
- Palm Beach Gardens Fall Festival (Sat., Oct. 24). Trick-or-treating, live entertainment, inflatables and food trucks.
- Delray Beach Kidsfest and Halloween Parade, downtown Delray (Sat., Oct. 24).
- Clematis by FRIGHT, downtown West Palm Beach (Thu., Oct. 29). Free hayrides, trick-or-treating, inflatables and live music.
- Boynton Beach Haunted Pirate Fest and Mermaid Splash (Oct. 31–Nov. 1).
Heading a little south? Bonnet House in Fort Lauderdale holds its Halloween Fest on Sat., Oct. 31, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Why so many groups host their own Halloween event
Public events are fun, but they get crowded, and they don't fit every family's schedule. A lot of schools, churches, HOAs and parents would rather throw their own trunk-or-treat or fall fest. You pick the date, you know the guests, and the kids can play for hours without long lines.
The secret to a great one is simple: give kids something to do between the candy stops. Trunk-or-treat takes about 20 minutes. Games and treats keep everyone there for two or three hours.
Our favorite games for a trunk-or-treat or fall fest
These are Crazy Games FL's own games, and they fit a fall party well:
- 4 in 1 Carnival ($349). One big inflatable carnival booth with four games in one, like Gone Bananas, Star Darts and a target throw. It looks like a real fair midway. See the 4 in 1 Carnival.
- Hamster Wheels ($349). Kids crawl inside the big colorful tubes and roll them across the grass. Great for races.
- Classic Ring Toss ($250). Easy for little ones, and fun for grown-ups too.
- Disc Joust Arena ($450). A head-to-head jousting game that draws a cheering crowd.
- Popcorn Machine ($199) and Cotton Candy Machine ($120). The smell of fresh popcorn makes any lawn feel like a fair.
Costume races are free fun on top of the rentals. A mummy-wrap relay with toilet paper rolls is always a hit in a school gym or fellowship hall.
Want the full list? Our trunk-or-treat and fall festival rentals page shows every fall game in one place, and our fall festival planning guide has layout and timing tips.
Host your own in 5 easy steps
- Pick your date and spot. Weekend evenings in late October go first. A parking lot works for trunks, and a lawn next to it works for the games.
- Count your kids. Plan about one game for every 25 to 30 kids so lines stay short.
- Choose 3 or 4 games. Mix one big "wow" game, like the 4 in 1 Carnival, with quick ones like ring toss and races.
- Add a treat. Popcorn or cotton candy turns a parking lot into a fall fair.
- Book early. October weekends fill up fast. See how far in advance to book.
FAQ
What is a trunk-or-treat?
It is a Halloween event where people decorate their car trunks in a parking lot and hand out candy from them. It is safer and quicker than going door to door, so churches, schools and HOAs love it.
When should I book games for a late-October event?
As soon as you have a date. The last two weekends of October are the busiest of the fall, so book online or call us now to hold your games.
Do you set up and take down the games?
Yes. Our crew delivers, sets up and picks up every rental. Delivery is free within 15 miles of West Palm Beach. Farther out, the delivery fee for your address shows at checkout before you book.
Where do you deliver?
We serve Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Martin counties.
Is there a minimum order?
Yes, our minimum order is $350.
Ready to host your own Halloween fun?
Pick your games and book online, or call Crazy Games FL at 877-963-8368. We'll help you plan a trunk-or-treat or fall fest that kids talk about all year.
Event sources: WFLX (Sept. 29, 2026 fall events roundup), YMCA of South Palm Beach County, Miami on the Cheap (Spookyville), The Palm Beaches (pumpkin patch guide), Bonnet House. Dates checked Oct. 8, 2026.
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