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This Weekend in South Dade: October 23–25

  • October 2026
  • South Dade Spotlight
Families in zombie makeup at the Pinecrest Zombie Run

Halloween fun fills South Dade this weekend. Kids can trick-or-treat in Cutler Bay, Palmetto Bay and at Zoo Miami. Grown-ups can watch the moon rise over the bay or catch a band concert in the garden.

Moon Viewing at Deering Estate

Friday, October 23, 5 to 8 p.m.
Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay

Watch the moon and stars come out over Biscayne Bay from the front lawn. Bring a picnic, chairs and a blanket, plus binoculars if you have them. Tickets are $10, and bug spray is a smart idea.

Cutler Bay Halloween Spooktacular

Saturday, October 24, 5 to 9 p.m.
Cutler Ridge Park, 10100 SW 200 Street, Cutler Bay

The town’s yearly party has Trunk or Treat, inflatables, food trucks, a live DJ and a costume contest with a category for pets. The Halloween Golf Cart Parade rolls out at 6 p.m.

Palmetto Bay Halloween Trick-or-Treat and Movie Night

Saturday, October 24, 6 to 9 p.m.
Coral Reef Park, 7895 SW 152nd Street, Palmetto Bay

Trick-or-treating starts at 6 p.m. At 7 p.m. the village shows Minions & Monsters on the big screen. Bring chairs and blankets. Food vendors will be there.

Zoo Boo at Zoo Miami

Saturday and Sunday, October 24 and 25, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152nd Street, Miami

Kids 12 and under can trick-or-treat in costume, and there is a costume contest, magic shows and inflatables. You can also watch the animals get their own Halloween treats. It is included with zoo admission.

Greater Miami Symphonic Band: Halloween Family Concert

Sunday, October 25, 4 p.m.
Banyan Bowl at Pinecrest Gardens, 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest

The band opens its 48th season with a spooky family concert under the banyan trees. Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for students.

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