Unlike the dreaded words "Winter is coming" stated repeatedly in the "Game of Thrones" series, in South Florida we welcome it with open arms! Bring on the white walkers, the Night King, Frosty the Snowman and whoever else, as long as it means some cooler weather. While winter might be a few months away, fall officially began on Sept. 23 and, hopefully, will mean lower temperatures and humidity. Get out and enjoy the full moon via the Grassy Waters Preserve Full Moon Canoe trip or the Full Moon Bike Ride at Riverbend, show off your soul for getting down at Dead Disco at Pomona in Lake Worth Beach and more.
In addition to the top five events listed there's always something great happening at places like The Norton Museum of Art or the Maltz Jupiter
Theatre. On top of that you could always just enjoy a great meal with an equally great view at one of Palm Beach County's waterfront restaurants from Jupiter to Boca Raton. Plus, we've curated a list of the best things to do all year in the county, and here it is: your bucket list of 60 fun must-try things to do in Palm Beach County.
1. Grassy Waters Preserve Full Moon Canoe, West Palm Beach
Enjoy the sun setting over the marsh as a prelude to that glowing orb rising and casting a lunar light over the preserve. This tour is not intended for beginners. Wear clothes that can get wet and muddy. Bring a water bottle, hat, and sun protection. Binoculars and bug repellent also suggested. Canoes require two paddlers. Ages 15 and older.
The event is 5 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25. 8264 Northlake Blvd., West Palm Beach. $20 per person. Reservations required. Information: 561-804-4985; wpb.org
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2. Dead Disco at Pomona, Lake Worth Beach
Part of Pomona's Goosebumps Halloween Pop Up Bar events, this Lake Worth Beach all-nighter takes place at Pomona and features their over-the-top, Halloween-decorated bar, DJ Abyssal keeping that sweet, funky, haunting beat and more.
The event is 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 and Oct. 31. 717 Lake Ave., Lake Worth Beach. Free. Information: pomonakitchen.com
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3. Full Moon Bike Ride at Riverbend Park, Jupiter
See the park and its inhabitants in a whole new, ethereal light while cruising the trail under the full moon. Beware the moon? Hardly. Embrace the lunar glow and see the world from a nocturnal perspective. Appropriate safety gear and water are required. Bring your own bike.
The event is 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23. 9060 Indiantown Road, Jupiter. $10. Reservations required. Information: discover.pbc.gov/parks/Pages/Riverbend
4. Haunting History at Woodlawn Cemetery, West Palm Beach
Under a nearly full autumn moon, the Historical Society of Palm Beach County offers one of its most talked-about experiences for Halloween. Now in its sixth year, this immersive after-dark walking tour brings Palm Beach County’s past to life with the real stories behind the headstones — tales of ambition, scandal, tragedy, and triumph from the pioneers who shaped the region. Park inside cemetery gates on the north side and bring a flashlight, insect repellent, and water.
The event is 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22 and Friday, Oct. 23. 1301 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. HSPBC members $30; nonmembers $40. Registration required. Information: pbchistory.org
5. Ballet Palm Beach's "Frankenstein," West Palm Beach
This performance at the Kravis Center's Rinker Playhouse will feature incredible work showcasing the original, monster-hit gothic masterpiece through electrifying choreography, a haunting score and heart-pounding storytelling. The production explores the thin line between creator and monster, blending historical biography with psychological horror. The production also marks Ballet Palm Beach's 25th Anniversary Season.
Performances are 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, Friday, Oct. 23, Saturday, Oct. 24; and 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. $45. Information: 561-832-7469; kravis.org
Eddie Ritz is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at eritz@pbpost.com. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today.
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