The Summer might be over, but there is still plenty to do in Melbourne this October! Fall is a beautiful time of year on the Space Coast. The temperatures begin to drop into the mid-80s, the sunshine is abundant and the beaches are breezy.

October in Melbourne is home to Brevard Community College’s Oktoberfest, Meg O’Ween presented by Meg O’Malleys and the Brevard Zoo’s Boo at the Zoo. Take the time this month to participate in these classic Melbourne Events:

Melbourne Oktoberfest: The Melbourne Oktoberfest is in it’s 32nd year and continues to offer authentic German food, music and beverages. The four day gated event features 2 musical stages along with a carnival with over 25 “State Fair” rides. October 15 & 16- 5pm -12am. October 17 & 18- 12pm-12am. Live music on 2 stages. Located at Wickham Park at the Wickham Brevard Community College Campus. Admission is $6 and free for children 6 and under with adult admission. Click here for more info.

Meg O’Malleys presents Meg O’Ween: The Harbor City’s largest street party! Vampires, ghosts and the undead mingle with great food and drinks in the streets of downtown Melbourne. Live music all night featuring Ambertone and the local favorite Medusa. Gates open at 6pm. Possible entrance fee. More information to follow here.

Boo at the Zoo: Brevard Zoo’s annual Halloween bash presented by Bright House Networks. Visit us from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. nightly Friday-Sunday, Oct. 16-18 and Oct. 23-25, as well as Friday, October 30, for lots of tricks and treats. Last admission each night is 8 p.m. Activities include a haunted trail that is not for the faint of heart and recommended for children 10 and older. The first weekend, admission is $8 per person. The second weekend and Oct. 30, admission is $10 per person. Zoo members receive $1 off on all admission prices. Children under 2 are FREE. The admission price is all-inclusive. Click here for more info.