Wellington FL Halloween & Fall Events 2026: Fall Festival, Pumpkin Patches

Halloween and Fall Events in Wellington, FL: 2026 Guide

Looking for Halloween and fall events in Wellington, FL this year? Florida may not have changing leaves, but Wellington and the western communities pack October with festivals, pumpkin patches and costume contests. Here is the 2026 lineup in and around Wellington, with dates, times, prices and parking tips.

Quick picks for October 2026

Biggest local event: Wellington's Fall Festival, Sat., Oct. 17, Village Park
Pumpkin patch in Wellington: Pumpkin Towne, 2635 State Road 7 (opens Oct. 7)
Next door: Royal Palm Beach Rock-N Fall Fest, Oct. 23 to 24
For adults: Oktoberfest of the Palm Beaches, Lake Worth
Halloween weekend: Boynton Beach Pirate Fest, Oct. 31 to Nov. 1

Wellington's Fall Festival 2026

The village's signature fall event returns on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 3 to 10 p.m. at Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road. Expect bounce houses, hay rides, a petting zoo, face painting, laser tag, a golf simulator, augmented reality games, costume contests, DJ music and food trucks.

Cost: Entry is free, but activities require an all-access bracelet. Pre-sale pricing through Oct. 16 is $7 for children and $5 for adults. Day-of pricing is $10 for children and $5 for adults. Kids under 2 are free. Food trucks don't require a bracelet.
Haunted Hallways: The one-night-only haunted attraction is genuinely scary, with loud noises, strobe lights, fog and tight spaces. It is not recommended for kids under 10, and those 12 and older may enter alone.
Parking: On-site parking is limited. The village runs a free shuttle from The Mall at Wellington Green, near the Palm Tran stop by Macy's.
Info: (561) 791-4005

Pumpkin patches near Wellington

Pumpkin Towne (Wellington)

Wellington's own pumpkin patch opens October 7 at 2635 State Road 7, with pumpkins of every size and photo spots for the kids. Admission is listed at $5 per family with a purchase.

Mr. Jack O'Lantern's (West Palm Beach)

A big seasonal patch at 419 Lakeview Ave. in West Palm Beach, open October 2 through November 1. Hours are listed as 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday.

Fall festivals near Wellington

Royal Palm Beach Rock-N Fall Fest

Right next door at Commons Park in Royal Palm Beach on Friday, Oct. 23 (5 to 9:30 p.m.) and Saturday, Oct. 24 (3 to 9 p.m.). Live music and tribute bands, costume and pumpkin carving contests, craft vendors and food. Extra parking is available at Royal Palm Beach Village Hall; arrive early.

Oktoberfest of the Palm Beaches

German food, beer, carnival rides and folk dancing at the American German Club, 5111 Lantana Road in Lake Worth, on Oct. 9 to 11 and Oct. 16 to 18. Hours are 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, 2 to 11 p.m. Saturday and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday. Parking is $20, or use the free shuttle.

Boynton Beach Pirate Fest

A free Halloween-weekend festival at Centennial Park and Amphitheater in Boynton Beach on Saturday, Oct. 31 (noon to 10 p.m.) and Sunday, Nov. 1 (noon to 6 p.m.), with live music, cannon shows and a mermaid grotto.

Trick-or-treating in Wellington

Halloween 2026 falls on a Saturday, so expect busy neighborhoods. Many Wellington communities and HOAs set their own trick-or-treat hours, and local churches and schools often host trunk-or-treat nights in the week before Halloween. Check your community's newsletter or HOA page for details. Safety tips:

Give kids a flashlight or glow sticks, since many Wellington streets have limited lighting.
Watch for traffic on main roads like Forest Hill Boulevard and Greenview Shores.
Check candy before eating, and mind food allergies.

Plans change, so confirm times with each organizer before heading out. For more family ideas, see our guide to things to do with kids in Wellington and the free shows at the Wellington Amphitheater. Hosting a Halloween event? Add it to our calendar for free.

Frequently asked questions

When is Wellington's Fall Festival in 2026?

Wellington's Fall Festival is Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 3 to 10 p.m. at Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road. Entry is free; activity bracelets are $7 for kids and $5 for adults in pre-sale.

Is there a pumpkin patch in Wellington, FL?

Yes. Pumpkin Towne opens October 7 at 2635 State Road 7 in Wellington. Mr. Jack O'Lantern's in West Palm Beach is open October 2 through November 1.

Where do I park for the Wellington Fall Festival?

Parking at Village Park is limited, so use the free shuttle from The Mall at Wellington Green near the Palm Tran stop by Macy's.

What Halloween events are near Wellington?

Nearby events include the Royal Palm Beach Rock-N Fall Fest at Commons Park (Oct. 23 to 24), Oktoberfest of the Palm Beaches in Lake Worth and the Boynton Beach Pirate Fest on Halloween weekend.