For residents of Fairway Vista Apartments and our neighboring locals, we've put together a guide to some of the best things to do in West Palm Beach this October. Whether you're looking for a spooky night out, a weekend festival, or a recurring event to add to your calendar, here's what's happening in and around West Palm Beach this month.
West Palm Beach Events, Festivals & More
- Oktoberfest October 9 - 11 & October 16 - 18 American German Club of the Palm Beaches, Lake Worth, FL
- Fright Nights October 9, October 15 - 17, October 22 - 24 & October 29 - 30 South Florida Fairgrounds
- Taste of West Palm Beach October 16, 6 - 8 pm CityPlace, West Palm Beach, FL
- Jupiter HarbourFest October 16 - 17, 12 - 8 pm Harbourside Place, Jupiter, FL
- Founders' Day Festival Saturday, October 17, 10 am Cox Science Center and Aquarium
- Dachstoberfest 2026 Sunday, October 18, 9 am - 1 pm Great Lawn, Downtown WPB
- Halloween Adventure Hike Friday, October 23, 6:30 - 8 pm Grassy Waters Preserve
- Mary Shelley's Frankenstein October 23 - 24 Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
- Special Clematis by Fright Thursday, October 29, 6 - 9 pm Centennial Square & Great Lawn
- Scream on the Green Friday, October 30, 7 pm Wilson Park at John H. Denson Pool, Boynton Beach, FL
- LagoonFest Saturday, October 31, 8:30 am - 2 pm West Palm Beach Waterfront
- Boynton Beach Pirate Fest Saturday, October 31, 12 - 10 pm Downtown Boynton Beach
Recurring West Palm Beach Community Events
Looking for things to do beyond Halloween? These recurring events are a great way to get out and routinely engage with your West Palm Beach community.
- Clematis by Night: Thursdays, 6 - 9 pm at Centennial Square & Great Lawn
- West Palm Beach GreenMarket: Saturdays, 8:30 am - 1:30 pm at Waterfront Commons, 100 N. Clematis Street
- Yoga with Priyanka: Tuesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm and Saturdays, 10 - 11 am at Mandel Public Library
- Adult Yoga: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:45 - 6:45 pm at Manatee Lagoon
- Celis Run Club: Wednesdays at 6 pm at Meyer Amphitheatre in Downtown West Palm Beach
For the latest schedules and event details, check the official event calendars before heading out.
- City of West Palm Beach Community Events Calendar (opens in a new tab)
- Grassy Waters Preserve Public Program Calendar (opens in a new tab)
- South Florida Fair Events Calendar (opens in a new tab)
- Manatee Lagoon Programs and Activities (opens in a new tab)
- City of Boynton Beach Events Calendar (opens in a new tab)
- Kravis Center Performance Calendar (opens in a new tab)
- American German Club Oktoberfest Information (opens in a new tab)
West Palm Beach Halloween Events
If you're looking for Halloween events in West Palm Beach, the final weekend of October has plenty to choose from.
Start Thursday, October 29, with a special Clematis by Fright live concert. On Friday, choose between a night of scares at Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds or Scream on the Green in nearby Boynton Beach.
Halloween Day brings even more options. Start the morning at LagoonFest on the West Palm Beach Waterfront, then head to Boynton Beach Pirate Fest for an afternoon and evening of entertainment.
With events happening throughout West Palm Beach and neighboring communities, it's easy to build a Halloween weekend itinerary close to home.
The West Palm Beach GreenMarket Returns
A highly anticipated fall tradition in the city of West Palm Beach is the return of our beloved GreenMarket every October. Held every Saturday from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm at Waterfront Commons, the West Palm Beach GreenMarket is a favorite weekend destination for locals looking to shop, grab a bite, and enjoy the atmosphere of Downtown West Palm Beach.
With local vendors, fresh produce, prepared foods, and plenty to explore, the GreenMarket is an easy addition to your weekend plans. For residents of Fairway Vista Apartments, it's also a great way to experience one of the city's favorite community traditions while enjoying everything that makes living in West Palm Beach so appealing.
Enjoy Living Close to West Palm Beach Attractions
One of the perks of living in our West Palm Beach Apartments is having plenty to explore around the community while still having a place to relax when the day is over.
After a busy weekend of festivals and Halloween events, residents can unwind at the community pool and heated spa, visit the community park, or challenge a neighbor to a game of pool in the clubhouse. As the cooler winds settle in for fall, get out and enjoy the change in weather with nearby West Palm Beach attractions, shopping, dining, and beaches.
Whether you're planning a packed October calendar or keeping your schedule more laid-back, there is always something new to experience when you live in West Palm Beach.