Broward County has a busy stretch of Halloween and fall events planned for the next few weeks, according to Fort Lauderdale on the Cheap. Many are free, while others charge admission or for activities.
Christ Church will host its annual Trunk or Treat from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Christ Church Field, 4845 NE 25th Ave., in Fort Lauderdale. The event includes treats at decorated trunks, bounce houses, carnival games and food for purchase. Admission and parking are free.
In Coral Springs, a Halloween carnival runs noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Gymnasium on Coral Springs Drive. Tickets bought online by Oct. 17 cost $5 for ages 2 and up, while tickets bought at the door cost $8. The carnival features games, crafts, a sensory-friendly area and a glow-in-the-dark disco room.
Bright Star Credit Union hosts a Trunk or Treat with decorated vehicles from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at its Cooper City location. The Wharf in Fort Lauderdale holds Howl-O-Ween from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, featuring costumed dogs and adoption options. The event is limited to visitors 21 and older.
Two free family options close out the month. A Halloween haunted house event runs 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, at the Driftwood community center in Hollywood. The Shops at Pembroke Gardens hosts trick-or-treating at local businesses from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28. Kids need advance tickets, while adults and children 2 and under do not.
Organizers are still adding listings, so check the source for updated times and prices before heading out.
