The best October events in Miami

We know, it’s not exactly sweater weather here in Miami. Our October days are still long, hot and primed for spontaneous mornings at the best Miami beaches—that is, unless the forecast calls for storms (in which case, there are still plenty of fun things to do when it rains in Miami). And yet, there's something special in the air this time of year. Yes, it's spooky season. But October in Miami also marks the unofficial kickoff of our festival season.

Many of the best October events are massive celebrations held outdoors in Wynwood, on the sand in South Beach or even inside the coolest Miami theaters. Of course, we close out the month with Halloween, so be sure to sprinkle in ample visits to pumpkin patches, haunted houses and spooky sights around town. Wondering what to do in Miami in October? Here are our picks to mark your calendars and prepare for a busy season ahead.