October in Coral Springs: free Picasso prints at the new Museum of Art, Thrills & Chills Oct. 17, Parkland's pumpkin patch and a firefighters' dinner Oct. 24.

Last checked Oct. 14, 2026. This page is rebuilt on the first of each month; the November edition goes up Nov. 1. Every listing links to the organizer’s own page. City events line: City Hall, 954-344-1000. This weekend’s picks are on things to do this weekend; galleries and shows are on arts and exhibitions.

The second half of October in Coral Springs brings the city’s indoor Halloween village, a free pumpkin patch weekend next door in Parkland, a firefighters’ charity dinner and free Picasso prints at the new downtown art museum. Early voting starts Oct. 19.

All month

  • Picasso: A Graphic Journey. The Coral Springs Museum of Art’s new downtown gallery, 3380 N. University Drive, shows 57 original Picasso prints made between 1923 and 1972, through Dec. 5; Janet Gold’s Cages and Collage runs through Dec. 31. Admission is free every business day, the city says. Closed Sundays. More on our arts and exhibitions page.
  • Markets nearby. There is no farmers market inside Coral Springs this fall. The Tamarac Community Farmers Market runs every Sunday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Veterans’ Memorial Park, 7825 Southgate Blvd. See our farmers markets guide.
  • Parkridge Pumpkin Patch, through Oct. 30, East Field at Parkridge Church, 5600 Coral Ridge Drive. Details; more in our fall festivals guide.
  • Art classes. The museum’s Creative Studios, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, run Parent ‘N Me labs and One Day Camps for ages 6 to 10 on school days off ($60, $55 for members).

Week of Oct. 12

  • Senior Health Fair, 9:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Oct. 14, Coral Springs Gymnasium, 2501 Coral Springs Drive. Free screenings, wellness vendors and refreshments. Details.
  • Sportsplex community meeting, Wednesday, Oct. 14, Aquatic Complex, 12441 Royal Palm Blvd., on plans for the Sportsplex. Details.
  • The Lightning Thief, ACT 1’s Percy Jackson musical for young audiences, 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, and 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, Coral Springs Center for the Arts. Tickets.
  • Thrills & Chills, Saturday, Oct. 17, Coral Springs Gymnasium. A Halloween village with games, crafts, a DJ, a glow-in-the-dark disco room, a sensory-friendly area and candy bags on the way out. Two sessions: noon to 2 p.m. and 3 to 5 p.m. $5 in advance, $8 at the door if tickets remain. Tickets.
  • Parkland Pumpkin Patch Opening Weekend, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, Equestrian Center at Temple Park, 8350 Ranch Road, Parkland. Free, with hayrides, a petting zoo, food trucks and a scarecrow contest; pumpkin sales benefit Food For The Poor. City of Parkland.
  • Coconut Creek Hometown Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, Township Plaza, 4400 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. Details.

Week of Oct. 19

  • Early voting opens Monday, Oct. 19, and runs through Nov. 1. See our voting guide.
  • City Commission meeting, Wednesday, Oct. 21, City Hall. Details.
  • Picasso talk, 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 24, Museum of Art Downtown Studio. Nathan J. Timpano of the University of Miami on Picasso’s printmaking. Free. Details.
  • History and Halloween at the Museum of Coral Springs History, Saturday, Oct. 24, Mullins Park, 10250 NW 29th St. Free. Details.
  • Firefighters’ Cancer Awareness Pasta Dinner, 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, Fire Station 80, 2825 Coral Springs Drive. An $8 donation buys pasta and meatballs, bread and a drink; proceeds go to the Coral Springs Professional Firefighters Benevolent Association and other local charities. Details.

Week of Oct. 26

  • CaBOOret: Trick or Treat Showcase, 5:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, Center for the Arts. $13. Tickets.
  • Halloween is Saturday, Oct. 31. Trunk-or-treats at Coral Square and Parkridge Church are on our Halloween events page; hours and safety tips are in our trick-or-treat guide.
  • Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 1: clocks go back an hour.

Coming in November

  • Parkland Farmers’ Market returns Sunday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Parkland Equestrian Center, 8350 Ranch Road, then the first and third Sundays through April. Details.
  • Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, with Coral Springs Commission seats 1, 3 and 4 on the ballot. Broward schools are closed for students that day.
  • Patriotic Community Concert, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, City Hall lawn. Free, with Home Grown, a Zac Brown Band tribute. Details; our Community Concerts guide has parking.
  • Veterans Day ceremony, 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, Veterans Park, 8601 Royal Palm Blvd.; seating from 10:30 a.m. Free. Broward schools are closed. See our Veterans Day page.
  • The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show, 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, Center for the Arts. Tickets.
  • Holiday Movie Night: “Home Alone,” 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, Coral Springs Gymnasium. $5 a person; tickets go on sale Oct. 19. Details.
  • Thanksgiving break for Broward schools is Nov. 23-27. Trash changes and the Tamarac Turkey Trot are on our Thanksgiving page.

What this means for you

  • The museum is free; go Tuesday to Saturday, since it is closed Sundays.
  • Space at Thrills & Chills is limited: buy the $5 advance ticket and pick a session.
  • For Sunday produce, head to Tamarac now and Parkland from Nov. 1.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do in Coral Springs in October 2026?

Picasso prints at the new downtown Coral Springs Museum of Art (free), the city’s Thrills & Chills Halloween village Oct. 17, Parkland’s pumpkin patch opening weekend Oct. 17-18 and the firefighters’ Cancer Awareness Pasta Dinner Oct. 24.

Is the Coral Springs Museum of Art free?

Yes. Admission has been free every business day since Oct. 10, the city says. The downtown gallery is at 3380 N. University Drive and is closed Sundays.

When is Thrills & Chills in Coral Springs?

Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Coral Springs Gymnasium, 2501 Coral Springs Drive, in two sessions: noon to 2 p.m. and 3 to 5 p.m. Tickets are $5 in advance and $8 at the door if any are left.

Is there a farmers market in Coral Springs?

Not inside the city right now. The nearest are the Tamarac Community Farmers Market every Sunday, the Coconut Creek Hometown Market on the first and third Saturdays, and the Parkland Farmers’ Market, which returns Nov. 1.