The Best Things to Do in Miami in October 2026

October brings a concentrated run of music, food, and cultural events to Greater Miami. III Points takes over Wynwood for two nights, South Beach Seafood Festival puts local chefs beside the ocean, and Billboard Latin Music Week brings artists and industry conversations to Faena Forum. Across the bay, Kaseya Center's schedule includes Camilo, KATSEYE, Chayanne, and iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina.

October in Miami does not ease you in. The Berry Farm opens its corn maze in Redland the same week Camilo sells out Kaseya Center. The Orchid Festival draws serious growers to Fruit and Spice Park while Billboard Latin Music Week takes over Faena Forum. Miami Film Festival GEMS runs its fall showcase across the city. By Halloween weekend you are choosing between Zoo Boo with the kids, a dog fashion show on the Miami River, a zombie run in Pinecrest, and three nights of electronic music at Factory Town. That is a normal October here.

The Berry Farm 13720 SW 216th Street, Miami | September 16 through November 15 The Berry Farm brings fall traditions to Miami's agricultural south with a five-acre corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, and sunflower fields. The festival runs seven days a week, with live entertainment on weekends. Tickets are booked by visit date; parking is included.

Jungle Island 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami | September 10 through November 1, 7–10 PM The Horrorland transforms Jungle Island into an evening haunted attraction with haunted houses, scare zones, and performers. General admission and Fast Pass options are available; on-site parking is charged separately.

Kaseya Center Downtown Miami | October 9, 8 PM Camilo brings his Para Cuando Sean Mayores Tour to Miami for an evening of Latin pop. This is the rescheduled date for the April 18 performance — tickets from the original show remain valid. Doors open at 7 PM.

German American Social Club of Greater Miami Southwest Miami-Dade | October 9–11 and October 16–18 Two weekends of German beer, traditional food, live music, and Bavarian hospitality. Friday festivities begin at 6 PM; Saturday and Sunday programming starts at 2 PM.

Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium 3700 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill | October 11, 11 AM–11 PM Miami Carnival celebrates Caribbean culture through elaborate masquerade costumes, soca music, food, and the procession of competing mas bands. The main celebration takes place in Lauderhill. Official J'ouvert is scheduled at the same venue on October 10, from 7 AM to 3 PM.

Kaseya Center Downtown Miami | October 13, 8 PM KATSEYE brings polished choreography, group harmonies, and dance-driven pop to the arena. Doors open at 7 PM.

Mana Wynwood Wynwood | October 16–17 III Points brings electronic music, alternative sounds, and Miami's own club culture together across five city blocks and 13 stages. The 2026 lineup includes Underworld, Four Tet, Flying Lotus, and Kelela, alongside a broad selection of international artists and local performers. Compare the daily lineup before choosing a pass.

Fruit & Spice Park 24801 SW 187th Avenue, Redland | October 16–18 Orchid growers from Florida and abroad gather at Fruit & Spice Park for three days of browsing, buying, and exchanging growing knowledge. General admission begins at noon on Friday and 9 AM on Saturday and Sunday; the festival closes at 5 PM each day.

Kaseya Center Downtown Miami | October 17, 8 PM Fiesta Latina assembles Anuel AA, Myke Towers, Farruko, Manuel Turizo, Eladio Carrion, and Greeicy for one evening, hosted by Enrique Santos. Lin-Manuel Miranda receives the Corazon Latino Award. Doors open at 7 PM.

Temple Emanu-El 1701 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach | October 17 through November 21 The Miami Music Festival Orchestra performs the music of Hans Zimmer and Ludwig Goransson beneath Temple Emanu-El's soaring dome, while projections transform the sanctuary into a moving landscape of light and color. Performances last approximately 75 minutes. VIP tickets include premium seating and a meet-and-greet with soloists and the conductor.

Faena Forum, Miami Beach October 19–22, with associated events at additional venues Billboard Latin Music Week brings artists, executives, and fans together for conversations, performances, and discussions about the music industry. The announced lineup includes Maluma, Becky G, Pitbull, and Fuerza Regida. Use the published schedule to select the conversations and performances you want to attend, then check the access included with your ticket.

Lummus Park and participating venues Miami and Miami Beach | October 21–24 South Beach Seafood Festival brings local chefs and restaurants together for four days of seafood tastings, dining experiences, and beachside entertainment — timed to the opening of stone crab season. Saturday's beach festival welcomes all ages, with free entry for children younger than 10. Wednesday through Friday events are restricted to guests 21 and older.

Kaseya Center Downtown Miami | October 21, 7:30 PM The Miami HEAT open their regular-season home schedule against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Additional October home games: Detroit on October 23, Dallas on October 26, and Indiana on October 30.

Kaseya Center Downtown Miami | October 24, 8 PM Chayanne's Bailemos Otra Vez Tour brings romantic ballads, Latin pop, and choreographed dance numbers to Kaseya Center. The evening moves between slower songs that spotlight his vocals and upbeat performances built around his signature stage presence. Doors open at 7 PM.

Zoo Miami Southwest Miami-Dade | October 24–25, 10 AM–3 PM Zoo Miami celebrates Halloween with two days of trick-or-treating, costume contests, magic shows, and games throughout the zoo. Zoo Boo is included with regular Zoo Miami admission. Trick-or-treating is reserved for children 12 and younger; families are encouraged to arrive in costume.

Participating cinemas across Greater Miami and Miami Beach October 29 through November 5 The 13th edition of Miami Film Festival GEMS presents eight days of international cinema, anticipated new releases, and conversations with filmmakers. Filmmaker appearances and conversations accompany select screenings. Review individual film listings for guest details, screening locations, and related events.

Factory Town, Miami October 30 through November 1 Hocus Pocus returns to Factory Town for three nights of electronic music and Halloween spectacle, with more than 100 artists performing across five interconnected stages. The sixth edition transforms the industrial grounds into a world of abandoned control rooms, reactor cores, and towering machinery. Each night features a different lineup; three-day passes are available. Costumes are encouraged; admission is open to guests 18 and older.

Lincoln Road, Miami Beach October 31 Lincoln Road becomes an open-air costume promenade on Halloween, with elaborate outfits and spontaneous processions filling the pedestrian district. Restaurants and cafe terraces offer a place to watch the spectacle unfold as the evening crowd grows. The early evening welcomes families and younger visitors; later in the night, the celebration becomes a livelier gathering of costumed revelers.

Pinecrest Gardens 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest | October 18, 8 AM A 5K run through Pinecrest Gardens with zombie actors stationed along the course. Runners wear flag belts; zombies try to take them. Costume encouraged, competitive wave available for those who want a clean race. Registration at active.com.

Kiki on the River 450 NW North River Drive, Miami | October 24, 12:30 PM A dog fashion show and costume competition on the Miami River, with a celebrity judging panel and prizes that include a Kiki Yacht Experience for first place. The $99 Paw-Ty Pass covers a welcome cocktail, a Pup Cup for your dog, a signature brunch dish, and competition entry. Twenty-five percent of proceeds go to charity. Costumes encouraged for owners as well. Tickets at tickettailor.com/events/kikiontheriver/2446204.

Venue TBA, Miami October 25 A Halloween haunted experience with theatrical production values — actors, sets, and scares built around a narrative rather than a simple walk-through. One of the more committed Halloween productions in South Florida. Check soundsofscreams.com for venue and ticket details as the date approaches.