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Festivals, fireworks, holiday events, and things to do across Florida.

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Tampa Prep to Host Fall Baseball Showcase Oct. 10

Tampa Prep to Host Fall Baseball Showcase Oct. 10

Prep Baseball’s Tampa Fall ID/Rising Stars ID is set for Oct. 10 at Tampa Prep.

Jacksonville’s Top Things to Do Oct. 9-11

Jacksonville’s Top Things to Do Oct. 9-11

Concerts, a county fair, cosplay and historic homes fill Northeast Florida’s weekend calendar.

¡ARTE VIVA! Returns to Naples and Marco Island

¡ARTE VIVA! Returns to Naples and Marco Island

The 2026-27 program highlights Hispanic arts and culture across Collier County, including Día de los Muertos events.

Orlando Family Events Set for Indigenous Peoples’ Day Weekend

Orlando Family Events Set for Indigenous Peoples’ Day Weekend

Halloween activities, wildlife programs, performances and free community events fill the Oct. 9-11 weekend.

18 Miami Events Filling the October 2026 Calendar

18 Miami Events Filling the October 2026 Calendar

Miami’s October lineup includes music festivals, food events, cultural celebrations and Halloween outings.

Mighty Fine, Late Start Mark 2 Years in Downtown Tampa

Mighty Fine, Late Start Mark 2 Years in Downtown Tampa

The downtown Tampa neighbors will celebrate their second anniversaries Saturday, Oct. 10, with food specials and limited releases.

St. Augustine Charity Concert Raises More Than $50,000

St. Augustine Charity Concert Raises More Than $50,000

Concerts for a Cause at Tringali Barn raised more than $50,000 for St. Augustine Youth Services.

Auliʻi Cravalho No Longer Listed for EPCOT Candlelight Opening

Auliʻi Cravalho No Longer Listed for EPCOT Candlelight Opening

Disney has not announced a replacement for Auliʻi Cravalho on the Nov. 27–28 opening dates.

Universal CityWalk Sets One-Day Wicked Fan Event

Universal CityWalk Sets One-Day Wicked Fan Event

Oztacular Spectacular will bring Wicked characters, movie displays, music and trivia to CityWalk on Oct. 24.

Lights at Spooky Point Returns to Selby Gardens

Lights at Spooky Point Returns to Selby Gardens

The Halloween light trail is open nightly at Selby Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point campus through Oct. 31.

Rock the Pantries Food Drives Set for Nov. 6

Rock the Pantries Food Drives Set for Nov. 6

Two St. Johns County venues will collect shelf-stable food for 14 local organizations on Nov. 6.

Josh Groban, Benjamin Bratt Join EPCOT Candlelight Processional

Josh Groban, Benjamin Bratt Join EPCOT Candlelight Processional

Josh Groban and Benjamin Bratt will make their Candlelight Processional debuts during EPCOT’s 2026 holiday festival.

Visit Orlando Plans London and Dublin Events

Visit Orlando Plans London and Dublin Events

Visit Orlando will host travel advisor events and a free mini-golf activation in London this October.

Visit Orlando Brings Mini Golf Pop-Up to London

Visit Orlando Brings Mini Golf Pop-Up to London

A free Orlando-themed mini golf event will be held at Westfield Stratford City in London from October 23 to 25.

Bazaar47 Brings Night Market to Downtown Jacksonville Oct. 7

Bazaar47 Brings Night Market to Downtown Jacksonville Oct. 7

The Gainesville-based market will join First Wednesday Art Walk across five downtown Jacksonville blocks.

Visit Orlando Takes UK Promotion to London and Dublin

Visit Orlando Takes UK Promotion to London and Dublin

Visit Orlando’s autumn campaign includes a London mini-golf pop-up and trade events in London and Dublin.

Tedeschi Trucks Band Returns to St. Augustine for Two Shows

Tedeschi Trucks Band Returns to St. Augustine for Two Shows

The Jacksonville-born band will play the St. Augustine Amphitheatre on Oct. 9 and 10.

Weather Cancels Several Northeast Florida National Night Out Events

Weather Cancels Several Northeast Florida National Night Out Events

Police agencies in St. Augustine Beach, Lake City and Baker County canceled events because of expected bad weather.

Hallmark Holiday Pop-Up Shop Opens at Disney Springs Oct. 7

Hallmark Holiday Pop-Up Shop Opens at Disney Springs Oct. 7

A Hallmark holiday pop-up shop will open in Disney Springs Town Center ahead of a new Hallmark Channel film.

What to Do This Week in Miami (October 5-11)

What to Do This Week in Miami (October 5-11)

Explore seasonal scares, family-friendly outings, creative Little Havana plans and classic Miami neighborhoods.

What to Do This Week in Orlando (October 5-11)

What to Do This Week in Orlando (October 5-11)

From Halloween fun and a Wicked celebration to zoo outings and a community walk, Orlando offers plenty to explore.

What to Do This Week in Tampa Bay (October 5-11)

What to Do This Week in Tampa Bay (October 5-11)

From arts and food outings to fan celebrations and big games, Tampa Bay has plenty to explore this weekend.

What to Do This Week in Jacksonville (October 5-11)

What to Do This Week in Jacksonville (October 5-11)

From Pride festivities and public debate to fall fun and a fundraiser for shelter animals, Jacksonville has plenty on the calendar.

Miami Marathon 2027: Waitlist, Bib Pickup & Race Weekend

Miami Marathon 2027: Waitlist, Bib Pickup & Race Weekend

A practical guide to the sold-out race, lottery waitlist, Expo pickup and getting around Miami on marathon weekend.

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