Halloween season is in full swing across Lee County. This weekend brings polka in Cape Coral, a trunk or treat in Estero, a haunted walk at the Calusa Nature Center and a symphony that plays video game music.
Cape Coral Oktoberfest (Weekend 1)
Friday, October 16, 4 p.m. to midnight; Saturday, October 17, noon to midnight; Sunday, October 18, noon to 8 p.m.
2101 SW Pine Island Road, Cape Coral
Three stages of live bands, a Biergarten, bratwurst and the chicken dance. Kids get a carnival with rides and games. The festival comes back for a second weekend October 23 to 25.
Spooktacular Night at Estero Park
Saturday, October 17, 5 to 9 p.m.
Estero Park, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd., Estero
Lee County Parks and Recreation hosts a free trunk or treat at 5 p.m. Then spread out a blanket for a movie on the lawn. Disney and Pixar’s “Elio” starts at 7:15 p.m. Candy and glow stick donations are welcome.
Haunted Walk: Face Your Fears
Friday to Sunday, October 16 to 18, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Ave., Fort Myers
The nature center’s Haunted Walk is back for its second weekend. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Ortiz Avenue has road work, so come in by the Hanson Street roundabout.
PRESS PLAY: A Gamer’s Halloween Family Concert
Sunday, October 18, doors at 1 p.m., concert at 2 p.m.
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers
Gulf Coast Symphony plays music from Super Mario Bros., Zelda, Minecraft, Halo and more. Come in costume. Free lobby fun before the show includes Halloween treats, an instrument zone and a costume contest.
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