The events from this week’s flyers
All the details in one place. Choose an event, then check its organizer’s page before making plans.
Past week — these dates have passed. This list is preserved for reference; it is not a list of upcoming events.
Times are Eastern. Availability, prices and weather plans can change.
19 featured events
8 AM–noon (flyer schedule)
Wing South Airpark, Naples
Free
A real airplane flight for ages 8–17 with volunteer pilots.
Please check the official page for availability and register before going.
Official Details / Register — Young Eagles — Free Flights for Kids (opens a new tab)↗Source: EAA Chapter 1067 · Checked October 12, 2026
9–11 AM
Ferrari of Naples, 11291 Tamiami Trail N., Naples
Admission price not stated by source
See exotic cars together at the monthly gathering.
All car enthusiasts welcome; the club lists no RSVP requirement.
Official Details / Register — Kids Who Love Cool Cars: Exotics & Espresso (opens a new tab)↗Source: Ferrari Owners Club Florida · Checked October 12, 2026
10 AM–2 PM
Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples, FL 34112
Included with admission: adults $27; ages 4–17 $12; ages 3 and under free; members free
Family festival with hands-on harvesting and planting; children take home produce and a tomato seedling.
Included with Garden admission; members free. General admission: adults $27; ages 4–17 $12; ages 3 and under free.
Official Details / Register — Family Planting Day (opens a new tab)↗Source: Organizer event page · Checked October 12, 2026
10 AM–noon · 1–3 PM · 4–6 PM
Golisano Children's Museum of Naples, 15080 Livingston Rd, Naples, FL
Members: $5 adults / $15 kids; other ticket pricing on purchase page
Three timed sessions with trick-or-treating, games and crafts
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Regular admission is unavailable on October 17; event tickets are required. Member prices require member-account sign-in. Check the official ticket page for current availability, nonmember prices and any fees.
Official Details / Register — Halloween Spooktacular 2026 (opens a new tab)↗Source: Organizer event page · Checked October 12, 2026
Starts at 10 AM; choose a store and session
Participating Lowe’s stores — select your local store
Free workshop
Build and decorate a wooden firefighting plane.
Reserve a spot at your chosen store. Availability varies.
Official Details / Register — Lowe’s Kids Workshop — Firefighting Plane (opens a new tab)↗Source: Lowe’s registration · Checked October 12, 2026
10 AM–noon
The Perry Hotel, 12155 Tamiami Trail N., Naples
$35 per person; check checkout fees
Paint a small pumpkin with supplies included, then enjoy the hotel pool with the included day pass.
Tickets required. Bring a towel or blanket and swim clothes.
Official Details / Register — Pumpkin Painting + Pool Day (opens a new tab)↗Source: Paradise Coast Parent on Eventbrite · Checked October 12, 2026
10:30 AM–2:30 PM (flyer schedule)
North Park, Ave Maria
Price not confirmed
Fall activities at North Park, as featured on the Saturday flyer.
Confirm resident/guest eligibility with the Master Association before making plans. Its official site describes association festivals as resident events.
Official Details / Register — “Where Fall Meets Oz” Fall Festival (opens a new tab)↗Source: Ave Maria Master Association contact · Checked October 12, 2026
Noon–2 PM
Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park, 810 39th Ave NE, Naples, FL 34120
Free
Stop for a free chocolate cupcake while supplies last.
While supplies last
Official Details / Register — National Chocolate Cupcake Day (opens a new tab)↗Source: Organizer event page · Checked October 12, 2026
Singing auditions noon–4 PM · Dance audition 5 PM
The Naples Players / Glass Educational Theater, Naples / Collier
Price not published
Youth musical-theater auditions with a 32-bar song and dance audition for Shrek Jr. and Urinetown.
REGISTER EARLY: audition registration is open. Plan 1.5–2 hours; dance audition starts at 5 PM; callbacks are emailed that evening. Show content notices are on the official page.
Official Details / Register — TNP Academy Auditions — Shrek Jr. & Urinetown (opens a new tab)↗Source: Organizer event page · Checked October 12, 2026
1–3 PM
Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds St., Bonita Springs
Free
An indoor Halloween movie afternoon for families. Film rated PG.
Official Details / Register — Goosebumps — Family Movie (opens a new tab)↗Source: Lee County Library System · Checked October 12, 2026
4–6 PM
The Little Gym of Naples, 7740 Preserve Lane, Unit 1, Naples, FL
$15 per child
Halloween community event with games, gym activities and a costume contest.
Ages 3–12; $15 per child. Costume contest and Halloween attire are part of the event. Check the official booking page for availability and current terms.
Official Details / Register — The Little Gym Boo Bash (opens a new tab)↗Source: Organizer event page · Checked October 12, 2026
Sessions start at 5 PM; check age-group time
2400 Immokalee Rd., Suite 1, Naples
Free, according to event listing
Costumes, candy and decorated trunks for families.
Listing gives 5 PM for ages 7 and under and 6 or 7 PM for ages 8+. Confirm your child’s session when registering.
Official Details / Register — Integrity Martial Arts Trunk-or-Treat (opens a new tab)↗Source: Organizer signup linked by event listing · Checked October 12, 2026
Trunk-or-treat 5–7 PM · Elio movie 7:15 PM
Estero Community Park / Estero Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd, Estero, FL 33928
Free
Trunk-or-treat, food trucks and an outdoor showing of Disney-Pixar's Elio at 7:15 PM.
Bring chairs or blankets; outdoor and weather-sensitive.
Official Details / Register — Spooktacular Night at Estero Park (opens a new tab)↗Source: Organizer event page · Checked October 12, 2026
9–11 AM
Mercato Event Lawn, 9110 Strada Pl, Naples, FL 34108
Complimentary spectator admission
Morning car meet with Halloween costumes, trunk-or-treating, live music and Mercato’s pumpkin patch nearby.
No advance registration for spectators; outdoor event. Vehicle participants follow organizer instructions.
Official Details / Register — FREE Trunk-or-Treating — Cars & Coffee Halloween Edition (opens a new tab)↗Source: Organizer event page · Checked October 12, 2026
9 AM–1 PM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Pl, Naples, FL 34108
Pumpkins $10 each; event lawn access free
Shop the outdoor pumpkin patch; each $10 pumpkin supports SNIP Collier.
Weather permitting. Pumpkin purchases support SNIP Collier.
Official Details / Register — SNIP Pumpkin Patch (opens a new tab)↗Source: Organizer event page · Checked October 12, 2026
10 AM–1 PM
Shangri-La Springs, 27750 Old 41 Rd., Bonita Springs
Shopping purchases extra; admission not confirmed
Meet young makers ages 5–17 and shop their handmade creations.
Official Details / Register — Kids Markets at Shangri-La Springs (opens a new tab)↗Source: Shangri-La Springs event calendar · Checked October 12, 2026
Listed festival hours: 10 AM–9 PM
Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Dr., Fort Myers
Attraction prices and parking charges vary
Pumpkins, scarecrows, hayrides, inflatables and the Halloween Express train.
Attraction hours differ from general park hours. Check the organizer for train times and current prices.
Official Details / Register — Lakes Park Fall Festival (opens a new tab)↗Source: Lee County Parks · Checked October 12, 2026
Activities 1 PM · Concert 2 PM
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW · Fort Myers
Ticketed; live prices at checkout
Costumes, treats, instrument activities and music from video games.
Concert tickets required for every attendee, including lobby activities.
Official Details / Register — PRESS PLAY: A Gamer’s Halloween Family Concert (opens a new tab)↗Source: Organizer event page · Checked October 12, 2026
4–6 PM (flyer schedule)
Golden Gate Assembly, 3899 29th Ave. SW, Naples
Free, as listed on flyer
Family trick-or-treating at Golden Gate Assembly.
Confirm the October 18 date and time with the church before going.
Official Details / Register — Fall Trunk & Treat (opens a new tab)↗Source: Golden Gate Assembly · Checked October 12, 2026
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School newsletter notices for this week. These are separate from public family events; the email does not confirm public access.
October 13–18
The school newsletter says the drive runs October 13–30 and benefits the Salvation Army of Collier County. Requested items include pasta, rice, canned vegetables, meats or soups, peanut butter, jelly, and other shelf-stable essentials. It also mentions a classroom contest.
School notice · Public access not confirmed
Source: Corky’s Chronicle email · October 16, 2026 · Official school information ↗
October 15–18
The newsletter lists the book fair through October 23 and refers families to a flyer for its schedule. Daily hours and public access are not stated here.
School notice · Public access not confirmed
Source: Corky’s Chronicle email · October 16, 2026 · Official school information ↗
Source issue: Corky’s Chronicle email, October 16, 2026. Corkscrew Elementary School ↗
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