Fall Events in Cape Coral & Nearby: October Festivals, Pumpkin Patches & Halloween Fun

Find things to do this October in Cape Coral and nearby, from Oktoberfest and Halloween events to pumpkin patches in Fort Myers and Bonita Springs.

Fall in Southwest Florida comes with its own traditions: German beer under the festival tents, pumpkin picking in shorts, and Halloween activities with the family. If you’re looking for fall events in Cape Coral, there’s still plenty to enjoy before October ends.

We’ve rounded up upcoming Cape Coral events, plus two nearby destinations for anyone ready for a corn maze, pumpkin patch or seasonal train ride.

Sunset Fest at Four Freedoms Park

October 21 | 4–7 p.m.
Four Freedoms Park, Cape Coral

Make a midweek evening out of Sunset Fest, a free event featuring local vendors and food trucks at Four Freedoms Park. Grab something to eat, browse the vendors and enjoy some time outdoors close to home.

Trunk or Treat & Halloween Movie

October 23 | 5–8 p.m.
Cape Coral City Hall, 1015 Cultural Park Boulevard

Looking for a family Halloween event in Cape Coral? City Hall’s Trunk or Treat & Halloween Movie brings candy and a movie together for an evening of seasonal fun. Get the costumes ready and add this one to the family calendar.

Cape Coral Oktoberfest: The Final Weekend

October 23–25
German-American Social Club, 2101 SW Pine Island Road

If you missed opening weekend—or you’re ready for another round—Cape Coral Oktoberfest returns for its final weekend October 23–25.

Enjoy traditional German food, imported beer, live bands and dancing throughout the festival grounds. Food options include schnitzel, bratwurst and potato pancakes, so bring your appetite and give yourself time to explore.

Friday opens at 4 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday opening at noon.

Boo-Bash Bingo

October 30 | 6:30–9:30 p.m.
South Cape Community Center

For an adults-only addition to your Halloween plans, Boo-Bash Bingo offers an evening out at South Cape Community Center. This event is listed for ages 21 and older. Check with the center for pricing, registration and availability.

Lakes Park Fall Festival in Fort Myers

Through October 31 | Attraction schedules vary
7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers

A short trip outside Cape Coral brings you to Lakes Park for pumpkin patch visits, bounce houses and the Halloween Express train.

The park’s fall activities offer opportunities for seasonal photos and family fun, with Scarecrows in the Park running through October 25. Festival admission is free, while parking, pumpkins and individual activities have additional costs.

Check the schedule for your chosen day, since the train, pumpkin patch and other attractions operate on different schedules.

Farmer Mike’s U-Pick Fall Festival & Corn Mazes

Fridays–Sundays through October 31
26031 Morton Avenue, Bonita Springs

For a fall outing with room to explore, head to Farmer Mike’s U-Pick in Bonita Springs. Its 12th Annual Fall Festival features a five-acre family corn maze, pumpkin picking, food and craft vendors, and seasonal treats.

This year’s family maze theme is “The Journey to the Center of the Earth,” with game stations along the way. Sunday evenings also offer flashlight maze fun, with no haunted maze on Sunday nights.

Published festival hours are Friday, 6–9:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.–10 p.m.; and Sunday, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Children ages 2 and under are free. Check ticket options and attraction availability before visiting.

Whether you’re staying in Cape Coral or heading out for a nearby pumpkin patch adventure, there are plenty of ways to make the most of October.

Which fall event is on your calendar? Share your plans with the Cape Coral Reviewed community—and follow along as we explore more local food, businesses and things to do.

Event schedules and availability can change. Confirm details with the organizer before heading out. For more events in Cape Coral and nearby, check out our events page and start planning your next outing!