Pumpkins & Palm Trees
We may not have falling leaves, but we can still celebrate the season with Pumpkins & Palm Trees. Happy Fall Ya’ll, from Fort Lauderdale Beach.
Celebrate the season steps from the sand as the 3rd annual Pumpkins & Palm Trees Fall Fest returns to the LOOP, with an expanded weekend to celebrate the arrival of fall on Fort Lauderdale Beach.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
Friday, October 20 | Movies by Moonlight
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family, friends, and pup for our Halloween Edition of Movies by Moonlight on the Main Lawn at Las Olas Oceanside Park. Come Early to capture the moment and take home photos in Scooby-Doo’s Mystery Machine Van, Shop the People and Pet Vendors Marketplace, or grab a bite in our Food Court for a Dinner and a Movie experience under the stars.
FREE. Family and pet-friendly. Costumes encouraged.
Limited Chairs and Blankets are available to borrow.
- Film: Happy Halloween, Scooby-Doo (Not Rated)
Scooby-Doo and Shaggy’s favorite holiday is upon us! With fake monsters and candy galore – Halloween is heaven for these hungry foodies going door-to-door. But, this year, their sweet holiday turns sour when the neighborhood pumpkin patch is infected by toxic ooze, creating high-flying jack-o-lanterns, and a king-sized pumpkin leader squashing everything in its path. It’s up to Scooby-Doo and the gang as they team up with their pals, Bill Nye The Science Guy, and Elvira Mistress of the Dark, to solve this mystery of gigantic proportions and save Crystal Cove! - 5 pm – 10 pm: Marketplace Vendors
- 5 pm – 8 pm: Scooby Doo Mystery Machine Photo Booth
- Movie begins at 7:30 pm (80-minute run time )
Saturday, October 21 | Happy HOWL-O-Ween at The MKT at Las Olas Oceanside Park
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sip, Shop, and Stroll Local Vendors, Makers, and Artisans
- Snap Photos in the Pumpkin House and at Themed Photo Stations
- Pick A Pumpkin from the Pumpkin Patch curated by Mr. Jack O’Lantern
Pre-Order Your Pumpkin Decorating Kits for $10, via the “GET TICKET” Link.
Pumpkin Kits include one (1) classic orange, all-white, or striped “Cantaloupe” Pumpkin, with a choice of a Mermaid, Shark, or Marine Life premium foam decorating kit.
9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
- Yoga on the Lawn with Lisa Pumper. Pets down dog free, with a paid companion
11:00 AM – 2:00 pm
- Dog-friendly activities, including Bobbing for Tennis Balls, Agility Course, and Tricks for Treats Demonstration
- Great Giveaways
- Costume Parade of Pups
- Live Music from 12 pm – 3 pm
Sunday, October 22 | 3rd annual Pumpkins & Palm Trees
Celebrate the harvest season under the sun and swaying palms at Las Olas Oceanside Park. The festive atmosphere and family-friendly event welcome everyone to enjoy tasty fall flavors, local vendors, live music, contests, and activities as we celebrate Fall’s arrival, Florida-style.
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM | 3rd annual “Best Pie in GFL” Competition
The LOOP has once again teamed up with Fort Lauderdale Magazine and Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association’s Broward Chapter to find the Best Pie in Greater Fort Lauderdale. Cheer on local professional and cottage industry bakers, and Broward School culinary students, as they show off their pumpkin spice and everything nice, with the opportunity to win cash and prizes. Enter Your Pie
Judging Panel
- Emcee: Miriam Tapia, Community Reporter – NBC6 / Telemundo
- Deb Cay – Vice President, Fort Lauderdale Magazine
- Sabrina Courtemanche – Executive Pastry Chef, Riverside Hotel
- Alexis Frazier – Anchor, WPLG Local 10
- Matt Meltzer – Writer, Thrillist Miami
- Kristin Sanchez – Morning News & Traffic Anchor, NBC 6 Miami
- Jesse Scott – Freelance Writer, Travel + Leisure, Thrillist, Condé Nast Traveler, New Times
10:00 AM – 3 PM
- Sip, Shop, and Stroll Local Vendors, Makers, and Artisans
- Snap Photos in the Pumpkin House and at Themed Photo Stations
- Pick A Pumpkin from the Pumpkin Patch curated by Mr. Jack O’Lantern
Pre-Order Your Pumpkin Decorating Kits for $10, via the “GET TICKET” Link.
Pumpkin Kits include one (1) classic orange, all-white, or striped “Cantaloupe” Pumpkin, with a choice of a Mermaid, Shark, or Marine Life premium foam decorating kit. - Kids Arts & Crafts CORNer with Make & Take Spooky Pool Noodle Crafts, sponsored by Aqua Bliss Pools, while supplies last
- 1,600 sq ft. inflatable Corn Maze
- Tabletop and Lawn Games
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Trick or Treat Trail
The Broward Center Spotlights will treat children ages 2 – 12 with both sweets and sweet tunes from popular theater productions.
Stick around for the band break at 1:15 when this talented group of aspiring talents takes to the stage for a spooktacular performance.
12:00 – 3 PM | Live Music: Joey Calderaio Band
South Florida’s rising reggae star, Joey Calderaio, effortlessly blends rock, reggae, and pop influences, amassing 1.3 million Spotify streams. Collaborations with artists like Nathan Aurora, Howi Spangler, and more, further bolstered his recognition. Adept in songwriting, production, and live-looping, Joey re-released his debut “Moving Mountains (Deluxe Edition)” in 2021, offering diverse covers and dub mixes. He dazzles on stage both solo and with his skilled band, with recent highlights at Sunfest 2022 and Reggae Rise Up FL 2021. Noteworthy partnerships include Ky-Mani Marley and Tribal Seeds. His latest album, “Chasing Constellations,” debuted in November 2022, cementing his musical journey.
