4 things to do in Southwest Florida this weekend, October 4th-6th

FORT MYERS, NAPLES (WFTX) — October is here 🎃👻🦇 and brings with it one of the most exciting months of the year! Prepare for a whirlwind of fall and Halloween festivities that we have lined up for you this month. Immerse yourself in the excitement this weekend with “4” exciting events highlighted by Fox4 that you simply can’t miss. Experience the spooky Fall Festival Haunted Nights with outstanding entertainment at The Stage Bonita, a Halloween Spooktacular at the Bell Tower, embark on the highly anticipated nail-biting Haunted Walk, and enjoy a lively Fall Celebration at Southern Fresh Farms Discover the Beauty of Fall, exclusive to Fox4!

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5th Annual Fall Festival and Haunted Nights
Fall leaves and pumpkins please! The 5th Annual Fall Adventure Festival 2024 and Haunted Maze at Springtime Farms (30 Acres). The adventure park is here! Now open from September 28th to October 27th. With OVER 30 INCLUDED ACTIVITIES: 200 animals to touch and feed, pumpkin patch, 1 FREE pumpkin per child (while supplies last), petting zoo (over 200 animals), 70 foot jumping pillows, 2 inflatables, 2 large 24 foot tall animals, dry slides, a new haunted maze, haunted trail, bird aviary, scavenger hunt, food trucks and more! There are also lots of new activities this year! They have added more PARKING SPACES and parking is FREE! Starting October 5th, food trucks will be on site on weekends. Fall Festival hours: September 28th – October 27th, Saturday and Sunday 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Ghost Night opening hours: October 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th, 25th, 26th, Friday and Saturday 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. All-day game passes $14 per person, $2 off for seniors, ages 2 and under free. Mention Facebook at checkout to receive a $2 discount. Plus, $2 off for military and first responders! *Tickets can be purchased on the day of your visit to the farm, children up to 2 years old are free. Further details can be found here!

Haunted🦇👻 Walk – Week 1
Chilled to the bone! Experience the thrill of our first Haunted Walk, where spooky horror experiences await you! for an unforgettable evening of spooky fun, starting at 7:30 p.m., the last walk starts at 11:00 p.m. Tickets are just $10 per person and take small groups through the spooky trail on an intimate adventure. You definitely shouldn't miss this eerily spooky time! More details here!

Fall Festival at Southern Fresh Farms🍂
Get ready to celebrate the season at SFF's annual Fall Festival! Visit Southern Fresh Farms every Saturday and Sunday from October 5th to November 3rd for a day of farm fun. Here's what you can expect:
🎃 Pumpkin Patch* – Find the perfect pumpkin for your porch!
🎶 Live Music* – Enjoy local musicians and good vibes all day long.
🚚 Food Trucks* – Treat your taste buds to a variety of delicious options.
🛍️ Local Vendors* – Buy unique, handmade items and support local businesses.
🐐 Farm animals* – Meet and greet our friendly farm animals.
🎉 Bouncy Castles* – fun for the little ones while you relax.
🍺 Craft Beer* – Enjoy seasonal craft beers from Crazy Dingo.
📅 When: *Every Saturday and Sunday from October 5th to November 3rd
🕒 Time:* 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
🎟️ Admission: *FREE!
🚗 Parking: *FREE!
The crazy Dingo Oktoberfest party starts right after!
Bring your friends, family, dogs and love for fall! See you on the farm 🧑🏼‍🌾!
More details here!

THE STAGE 🎼-Bonita Springs 🎸🎤🎶
Prepare for an unforgettable evening at THE STAGE with top-notch tribute bands! Tonight, October 3rd, The Temptations & Four Tops Tribute Show begins, followed by the Journey & STYX Tribute Night on Saturday, October 4th, and finally a Neil Diamond Tribute Show on Sunday, October 5th. Experience the lively atmosphere at THE STAGE RESTAURANT AND FULL BAR, where you can enjoy delicious cuisine with live music, dancing and refreshing drinks. THE STAGE RESTAURANT AND THE FULL BAR invite you to eat and have fun! “THE STAGE RESTAURANT AND FULL BAR ~ Come for the food…Stay for the fun!” Stage Restaurant offers live entertainment with tribute bands, dancing, dinner and drinks! Further details and show times can be found here!

As always, have one Great And secure Weekend❣️