Your Guide to October Festivals & Markets in SWFL

9th Annual Millennial Oktoberfest

• When: October 3-5, 2025

• Where: Millennial Brewing Company, downtown Fort Myers

• What: German-style food, beer, contests, Bavarian performances. Free entry & parking
  
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Lakes Park Fall Festival – “Scarecrows In The Park”

• When: October 10, 2025, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM 

• Where: Lakes Regional Park, Fort Myers (Pine Manor)

• What: Pumpkin patch, bounce houses, hayrides, scarecrows displays, the “Halloween Express” train, concessions.
  
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Edison and Ford Winter Estates Fall Festival

• When: October 18, 2025, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM

• Where: Edison and Ford Winter Estates, Fort Myers

• What: Craft vendor booths, food & drink, music, pumpkin picking, climb historic Banyan Tree, riverside activities. Free to attend; some activities may cost. 
  
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Cape Coral Oktoberfest

• When: Two weekends — October 17-19 & October 24-26, 2025 

• Where: German-American Social Club of Cape Coral 

• What: German food, beer, live music, dancing (polka etc.), lots of fun festival atmosphere.
  
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Lakes Park Farmers Market (Season Opening)

• When: Wednesdays, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM — the market runs from October through April. First one likely early October. 

• Where: Lakes Regional Park, Fort Myers

• What: Fresh produce, arts & crafts, food vendors, live music, casual outdoor vibe.
  
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Monster Bash at Lah De Dah

• When: October 31, 2025

• Where: Lah De Dah, Margaritaville Beach Resort, Fort Myers Beach

• What: Celebrate Halloween in style at Lah De Dah's Monster Bash! Come dressed in your most creative costume and enjoy electrifying music, themed cocktails, and a lively atmosphere. This late-night party is open to the public, making it a perfect spot to dance the night away.
  
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October in Southwest Florida is full of fun, flavor, and festivities! Whether you’re sipping beer at Oktoberfest, exploring fall festivals, or dancing the night away at Monster Bash, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the season. Don’t miss out—mark your calendars and enjoy all that SWFL has to offer this month!