Fall and Halloween Events in Brevard County, FL: Your 2026 Space Coast Bucket List
Looking for fall and Halloween events in Brevard County? Our 2026 Space Coast bucket list brings together pumpkin patches, fall festivals, trick-or-treating, haunted attractions and seasonal outings in Melbourne, Viera, Palm Bay, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Rockledge, Merritt Island, Titusville and Port St. John. Whether you’re planning a family afternoon or a spooky date night, find upcoming dates, addresses and organizer links below.
2026 guide • Updated October 5, 2026
Event schedules can change. Check the linked organizer pages for current hours, tickets and weather updates before leaving home.
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Upcoming Fall and Halloween Events in Brevard County
Start here if you want a few easy ideas:
Pick out a pumpkin at a local patch.
Spend an afternoon at a fall festival.
Take the kids to a Halloween event.
Plan a spooky night out.
Shop a local art and craft fair.
Try a seasonal drink at a local coffee shop.
Make a fall date night out with cocktails.
This guide covers Melbourne, Viera, Palm Bay, Cocoa Village, Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island, Rockledge and Titusville.
Pumpkin Patches in Brevard County: Your 2026 Fall Bucket List
Fall on the Space Coast may still feel like summer, but a pumpkin patch visit helps set the mood. Whether you’re picking out a pumpkin for your front porch or planning an October outing, these pumpkin patches and fall festivals in Palm Bay, Melbourne and Titusville belong on your list.
Here are five stops to consider when planning your fall things to do in Brevard County, Florida. Dates below follow our seasonal planning list; check each organizer’s website for current schedules and event details before visiting.
Harris Establishment Farms Fall Fest — Palm Bay
Start your pumpkin patch plans in Palm Bay with Harris Establishment Farms Fall Fest. Along with choosing a pumpkin, the farm lists wagon rides, farm animals and a crop maze among its fall activities. It’s a chance to spend some time outside and make a day of your pumpkin-picking plans.
Dates: September 10–November 1, 2026; select operating days
Address: 1950 Vars Street NW, Palm Bay, FL 32907
Indian River Church Pumpkin Fest — Titusville
For a pumpkin patch stop in north Brevard County, add Indian River Church’s Pumpkin Patch Village to your list. Pair your visit with a coffee stop in Titusville and make an afternoon of choosing your Halloween pumpkin.
Dates: October 1–31, 2026, per our seasonal planning list
Platt’s Patch Family Fall Festival — Melbourne
If you’re looking for a pumpkin patch in Melbourne, add Platt’s Patch Family Fall Festival to your fall calendar. The farm also operates as an animal rescue and sanctuary, and its website explains that purchases help support the rescued animals’ care. With weekend festival dates, this is a stop to consider for a family outing.
Dates: Weekends, October 3–November 1, 2026
Address: 3300 Sand Gulley Drive, Melbourne, FL
St. Andrew UMC Pumpkin Patch — Titusville
St. Andrew United Methodist Church’s annual pumpkin patch is another Titusville stop to keep in mind as Halloween approaches. Add it to your list if you’re looking for pumpkins later in October.
Dates: Our planning list shows October 17–31, 2026; confirm the opening date with the church before visiting.
Address: 3380 Dairy Road, Titusville, FL 32796
Our Lady of Grace Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival — Palm Bay
Round out your Space Coast fall bucket list with the Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. This Palm Bay event is scheduled for October 24, making it an option for a fall outing the weekend before Halloween.
Date: October 24, 2026
Before heading out, check each organizer’s website for current hours, admission costs, weather updates and pumpkin availability. A festival date range does not necessarily mean the pumpkin patch is open every day.
Fall Festivals in Brevard County, FL - 2026
Looking for fall things to do in Brevard County? There’s still plenty on the calendar, from outdoor markets and downtown celebrations to farm festivals and a November chili cook-off. These upcoming events span Melbourne, Viera, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island, Titusville and Port St. John.
Pick a weekend, invite someone along and leave a little time to explore the local shops and restaurants nearby.
Updated October 5, 2026. Check the linked event websites before heading out for admission details, weather updates and schedule changes.
Wesley Church Fall Craft Fair — West Melbourne
Start your Saturday with a browse through Wesley Church’s fall craft fair. It’s a stop to consider if you enjoy shopping with local vendors and want to add a seasonal outing to your West Melbourne weekend.
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: Wesley United Methodist Church, 2075 Meadowlane Avenue, West Melbourne, FL 32904
Merritt Island Fall Festival at Veterans Memorial Park
This community festival brings together a car show, arts and crafts, food trucks, pumpkin painting and live music. Admission is free, and the event benefits the Melvin Morris Veterans Assistance Program.
With activities stretching into the evening, you can plan a daytime family outing or come later for the music.
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
Address: The Amphitheatre at Veterans Memorial Park, 400 South Sykes Creek Parkway, Merritt Island, FL 32952
Fall for Downtown Melbourne
Make an afternoon of exploring Downtown Melbourne during this free, all-ages fall celebration. It’s an opportunity to enjoy the event and leave time for lunch, a coffee stop or browsing downtown shops.
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Address : 2029 Melbourne Court, Melbourne, FL
Platt’s Patch Family Fall Festival — Melbourne
Missed the opening weekend? Platt’s Patch has more festival weekends on the calendar. The farm also operates as an animal rescue and sanctuary, with purchases helping support the animals’ care.
Add this one to your list if your idea of a fall afternoon includes a farm visit and picking out a pumpkin.
Remaining dates: October 10–11, 17–18, 24–25 and October 31–November 1, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; check the organizer’s updates before visiting
Address: 3300 Sand Gulley Drive, Melbourne, FL
Thrive in the Park Sunday Brunch Market — Viera
This lakeside market brings local makers, artisan foods, live music and brunch together in Viera. Browse the stalls, grab something to eat and spend a little time by the water.
It’s an option for a relaxed Sunday with friends or a daytime date that doesn’t require a packed itinerary.
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Address: Viera Lakeside Amphitheater Park, 2431 Town Center Avenue, Viera/Melbourne, FL
Cocoa Beach Friday Fest
For an evening outing, Cocoa Beach Friday Fest brings live music, food trucks and local vendors to downtown. This free, family-friendly street festival gives you a reason to linger after dinner and enjoy a night out beachside.
Dates: Friday, October 16, and Friday, November 20, 2026
Time: 6–10 p.m.
Location: Minutemen Causeway, Downtown Cocoa Beach, FL 32931; this is a street festival rather than a single-address venue
Cocoa Village Fall Art & Craft Fair
Spend a fall weekend browsing art and handmade goods throughout Historic Cocoa Village. Food trucks and live music are part of the event, and the surrounding shops and restaurants make it easy to turn a quick visit into a longer afternoon.
Admission is free, and the event is pet-friendly.
Dates: Saturday–Sunday, October 17–18, 2026
Times: Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location: Historic Cocoa Village, downtown Cocoa, FL 32922; vendors are spread throughout the village streets
Hidden Acres Rescue Fall Festival — Cocoa
Hidden Acres Rescue for Thoroughbreds combines a fall outing with support for retired racehorses. The organizer lists local vendors, food trucks and a tractor ride to the pumpkin patch among the festival activities.
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: 6360 Arborwood Avenue, Cocoa, FL 32927
Faith Lutheran Fall Festival — Merritt Island
Faith Lutheran’s fall festival is another option for a Saturday outing on Merritt Island. Its midday schedule leaves room to enjoy the event and make other plans later in the afternoon.
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Address: Faith Lutheran Church, 280 East Merritt Avenue, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Kidtoberfest at Wickham Park — Melbourne
Add Kidtoberfest to your list of Halloween events in Melbourne. The event listing includes an outdoor screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas, making this an option for families who want to combine seasonal activities with a movie night.
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: Kidtoberfest listings show 5–10 p.m.; a related trunk-or-treat listing starts at 4 p.m. Check the schedule for the activities you plan to attend
Address: Wickham Park Regional Pavilion, 2500 Parkway Drive, Melbourne, FL 32935
Event details: View the Kidtoberfest listing and schedule
Enchanted Forest Harvest Festival — Titusville
Celebrate fall at the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary with food, games and vendors. This free event is a way to include one of north Brevard’s natural settings in your seasonal plans.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: Enchanted Forest Sanctuary, 444 Columbia Boulevard, Titusville, FL 32780
EGAD First Friday — Eau Gallie Arts District
Keep the fall outings going into November with First Friday in Melbourne’s Eau Gallie Arts District. Browse the evening market, then build your night around a nearby dinner or drink stop.
Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Address: Eau Gallie Square, 1452 Highland Avenue, Melbourne, FL 32935
Fay Lake FestiFALL & Chili Cook-Off — Port St. John
Fall plans don’t have to end with Halloween. Fay Lake FestiFALL brings food trucks, vendors, family entertainment and a chili cook-off to Port St. John in November.
If your favorite part of a festival is deciding what to eat, this one belongs on your calendar.
Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Time: 1–5 p.m.
Address: Fay Lake Wilderness Park, 6300 Fay Boulevard, Port St. John, FL 32927
Field Manor Fall Festival — Merritt Island
Finish your festival list with a November visit to Field Manor. This historic Merritt Island property offers a different setting for a seasonal afternoon out and gives you another reason to explore beyond your usual weekend stops.
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Time: 1–6 p.m., per our seasonal planning list; confirm public event hours with Field Manor
Address: 750 Field Manor Drive, Merritt Island, FL
Family-Friendly Halloween Events in Brevard County, FL
Looking for Halloween things to do with kids on the Space Coast? From daytime trick-or-treating to costume contests and a decorated golf cart parade, these upcoming events give you plenty of reasons to wear those costumes more than once.
Updated October 5, 2026. Check each event website for tickets, availability and schedule changes before visiting.
Boo at the Zoo — Melbourne
Combine a zoo visit with a little Halloween fun. Boo at the Zoo includes themed trick-or-treat stations, festive decorations, activities and performances. Bring a reusable treat bag for collecting candy along the way.
Remaining dates: October 10–11, 17–18, 24–25 and 31, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Address: Brevard Zoo, 8225 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32940
Admission: Included with regular zoo admission
Boo Bash at The Avenue Viera
Get another outing out of those Halloween costumes at The Avenue Viera’s Boo Bash. Children’s tickets include event activities and a goodie bag, making this a convenient early-evening option for families in Viera.
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026
Time: 5–7 p.m.; check-in begins at 4:45 p.m.
Address: The Avenue Viera, 2261 Town Center Avenue, Melbourne, FL 32940. Check your ticket for the event check-in location.
Tickets: Each child needs a ticket; accompanying parents and guardians do not. Space is limited.
Halloween Spooktacular Indoor Trick or Treat — Melbourne
An indoor Halloween option is always welcome when October still feels like summer. Melbourne’s Halloween Spooktacular brings more than 40 local businesses, organizations and city departments together for candy collecting, music, decorations and prizes.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Address: Melbourne Auditorium, 625 East Hibiscus Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901
Admission: Free; all ages
Halloween in the District — Eau Gallie Arts District
Halloween in the District brings hayrides, trick-or-treating and a costume contest to EGAD. Start at Rossetter House and explore the neighborhood’s activities, with cider, popcorn and cotton candy adding to the fall atmosphere.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 4–8 p.m.
Hayride starting address: Rossetter House Museum, 1320 Highland Avenue, Melbourne, FL 32935
Additional activity location: Verdi EcoSchool, 1851 Highland Avenue, Melbourne, FL
Shop trick-or-treating is scheduled for 4–5:30 p.m., the Not So Scary Dark Garden Trail for 5–6 p.m., and the costume contest for 6–7 p.m.
Cocoa Village Fall Festival
Spend Halloween afternoon at Cocoa Riverfront Park before heading out for your evening plans. With the golf cart parade scheduled afterward, you can build a full Halloween outing around Cocoa Village.
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 3–7 p.m.
Address: Cocoa Riverfront Park, 401 Riveredge Boulevard, Cocoa, FL 32922
Palm Bay Fall Fest at Fred Poppe Regional Park
Palm Bay’s Fall Fest brings trunk-or-treating, a costume contest, food trucks, vendors, games, crafts, inflatables and a haunted hayride together in one place. It’s an option for families who want several Halloween activities without driving between events.
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 5–9 p.m.
Address: Fred Poppe Regional Park, 1951 Malabar Road NW, Palm Bay, FL 32907
Admission: Free community event; purchases from vendors are additional
Website: City of Palm Bay — Fall Fest details
Halloween Golf Cart Parade — Cocoa Village
Stay in Cocoa Village after the fall festival to watch decorated golf carts roll through downtown. The parade is free to watch and gives families another way to enjoy Halloween together.
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 7–8 p.m.
Location: Streets of Historic Cocoa Village, Cocoa, FL 32922. Check the organizer’s route map before choosing your viewing spot.
Admission: Free to watch; registration is required to enter a golf cart
Haunted Attractions and Spooky Halloween Events on the Space Coast
Prefer your October plans after dark? These Halloween events in Brevard County range from atmospheric evening walks to
haunted trails and an adults-only garden event. Check the age guidance when deciding which outing fits your group.
Beware the Night at Brevard Zoo — Melbourne
Brevard Zoo takes on a different atmosphere after sunset, with glowing jack-o’-lanterns, foggy pathways, lighting and seasonal displays. The zoo describes Beware the Night as family-friendly, although some areas are darker and spookier than others.
Remaining dates: Select October nights; choose an available date on the official ticket calendar
Time: 7–10 p.m.
Address: Brevard Zoo, 8225 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32940
Tickets: Separate nighttime event admission required
River’s Revenge at Brevard Zoo — Melbourne
For more scares, River’s Revenge adds an optional haunted forest trail to Beware the Night on October Fridays and Saturdays. It is included with the event ticket on those nights and recommended for ages 10 and older.
Remaining dates: October 9–10, 16–17, 23–24 and 30–31, 2026
Time: Opens at 7 p.m.; final trail admission at 9 p.m.
Address: Brevard Zoo, 8225 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32940
Check-in: Visit the main entrance first for a handstamp, then follow directions to Gate 3 in the north parking lot.
Haunted Jail Trail — Cocoa
If a haunted trail is your idea of a good Halloween night, add the Haunted Jail Trail to your calendar. This outdoor attraction takes visitors into the backwoods of the Brevard County Jail Complex for a scare-focused experience.
Dates: October 15–17 and October 23–24, 2026
Time: 7–11 p.m.; check in by 10:30 p.m.
Address: Brevard County Jail Complex, 860 Camp Road, Cocoa, FL 32927
Admission: Listed at $20 per person
Event information: Haunted Jail Trail — dates, location and ticket information
Happy Haunted Halloween & Trail of Terror — Palm Bay
Turkey Creek Sanctuary offers two different ways to join the Halloween fun. Younger children can visit the Ghosts and Giggles Zone, while guests ages 10 and older can try the Trail of Terror.
It’s an option for families with different comfort levels, though children must stay accompanied by an adult.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 6–10 p.m.
Address: Turkey Creek Sanctuary, 1518 Port Malabar Boulevard NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905
Admission: $5 per person for children and adults
Ghouls in the Gardens — Rockledge
For a Halloween date night or an evening with friends, Ghouls in the Gardens brings food, drinks, movies and live music to Rockledge Gardens after dark. This event is for guests 18 and older; alcoholic drinks are limited to guests 21 and older.
Dates: Friday, October 23, and Friday, October 30, 2026
Time: 7–10 p.m.
Address: Rockledge Gardens, 2153 U.S. Highway 1, Rockledge, FL 32955
Check ticket availability, weather updates and entry requirements before leaving home. Haunted attractions may have earlier final-entry times than their advertised closing time.
Grab a Fall Coffee on the Space Coast
Not every fall plan needs a ticket or a packed schedule. Sometimes a coffee stop and a walk are enough.
These are the local stops on our fall coffee list:
Area | Coffee stops to explore |
Titusville | Black Cat Coffee |
Cocoa / Cocoa Village | River Road Coffee; Patinaed & Co. |
Melbourne / EGAD | Apocalypse Coffee Roasters; Anaya Coffee |
Indialantic | Cowboy Coffee; Dark Aroma |
Palm Bay | Anchor & Bean |
Check each shop’s current menu for seasonal flavors and availability. This is a list of places to explore, rather than a promise that every location offers a particular fall drink.
Pick a shop near your market or pumpkin-patch outing and make it part of the day.
Plan a Fall Cocktail Night
For an evening out, these are the places on our seasonal cocktail shortlist:
Downtown Melbourne: The Landing Rooftop.
Eau Gallie Arts District: Lourdes Library and Oleander’s.
Cocoa Beach: Rebellion Beachside, Tropics and Alibi.
Melbourne: Brevardian Riverfront and Runway Rooftop
Titusville: Space Bar.
Check current menus, opening hours and event calendars before visiting. Seasonal cocktails change, so ask what’s new when you arrive. For a simple fall date, choose dinner and a drink in the same area. You don’t have to fit three towns into one night to make it feel like an outing.
Three Easy Ways to Build Your Fall Weekend
A Family Halloween Day
Choose Boo at the Zoo or another daytime event, leave room for lunch and keep the rest of the schedule flexible. One good outing can be plenty when costumes and candy are involved.
A Market & Coffee Morning
Pick a market first, then choose a nearby coffee stop. Cocoa Village’s craft fair is one option for a morning that can easily turn into an afternoon.
A Spooky Date Night
Book a Halloween event that fits your preferred scare level, then plan food or drinks nearby. Check the event’s finish time before making a dinner reservation.
Fall & Halloween in Brevard County FAQ
What are some fall things to do on the Space Coast?
Options include farm festivals, pumpkin outings, Cocoa Village’s art and craft fair, Downtown Melbourne’s fall festival, Halloween events at Brevard Zoo and seasonal coffee or cocktail stops.
Where can I take kids for Halloween in Brevard County?
Options in this guide include Boo at the Zoo, Boo Bash at The Avenue Viera, Halloween in the District and Cocoa Village’s Fall Festival. Check admission requirements and activity details for your children’s ages.
Are there free fall events in Brevard County?
Fall for Downtown Melbourne, the Merritt Island Fall Festival and Cocoa Village’s Fall Art & Craft Fair advertise free admission. The Cocoa Village Halloween Golf Cart Parade is also free to watch. Food, shopping and optional activities may cost extra.
Are Boo at the Zoo and Beware the Night the same event?
No. Boo at the Zoo is a daytime Halloween celebration with activities included in zoo admission. Beware the Night is a separate evening event with its own ticket information.
Does fall fun end on Halloween?
No. Some farm seasons extend into November. Check the organizer’s calendar for the final operating dates and upcoming November events.
Make This Your Fall to Explore Locally
You don’t have to do everything on the list. Pick a pumpkin outing, try a coffee shop you haven’t visited and put one Halloween event on the calendar.
What’s on your Space Coast fall bucket list?
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