Flamingo Gardens celebrates the arrival of fall in South Florida with themed weekends, entertainment, fall-themed activities, costume contests, and seasonal specialty foods. Visitors can also explore the Attack of the Bloodsuckers! exhibit, a kid-friendly, interactive gallery focused on the science behind blood-feeding creatures such as mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, and leeches.

The exhibit highlights their role in the ecosystem and includes engaging stations like the “Mosquito Cockpit,” the “TwlTCHer” floor game, and the Magnification Station. Guests can observe live specimens and enjoy the experience through fun, cartoon-inspired visuals.

Families are encouraged to dress up in costumes that fit each week's theme.

Harvest Festival Weekend Activities:

October 4 & 5: Cowboys & Cowgirls Weekend. Celebrate Davie’s history with fun family activities all day and performances by the South Florida Cloggers.
October 11 & 12: Pirates Weekend. Live interactive Pirate Encampment with fun family activities all day.
October 18 & 19: Dia de los Muertos Weekend. Celebrate the Day of the Dead with costumes, face painting and more.
October 25 & 26: Halloween Party Weekend. Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume and mingle with others and parti fun family activities.

Each weekend will also feature free with admission:

Hayrides 10:30am – 4:30pm (last ride at 4:15pm)
Pony Rides (for small children) 11:00am – 3:00pm
Farm Animal Encounters 11:00am-3:00pm
Costume Contests & Candy Giveaway at 1:00pm
Fall Photo Opportunities 9:30am – 4:30pm
Face Painting 11:00am – 3:00pm
Pumpkin Patch Pumpkin Painting available for additional fee

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