FALL AT THE LOOP

From fall festivals and free concerts to community markets and wellness experiences,  Las Olas Oceanside Park is Fort Lauderdale's Oceanfront Playground

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As the ocean breeze turns crisp and the season shifts, Las Olas Oceanside Park continues to connect community, culture, and coastal life through its year-round programming. This fall, The LOOP celebrates the season with its signature events — the Pumpkins & Palm Trees Fall Festival, the Let's Beat Breast Cancer Drum Rally, Friday Night Sound Waves concerts, and The MKT's weekly markets featuring fitness, live music, and family fun.

LET'S BEAT BREAST CANCER DRUM RALLY
Saturday, October 18 • 10 a.m.–12 p.m. 
Presented by The Physicians Committee

The LOOP will turn pink in solidarity during the Let's Beat Breast Cancer Drum Rally, hosted by registered dietitian and Food for Life instructor Katya Galbis and sponsored by the Physicians Committee. As part of a nationwide Breast Cancer Awareness Month campaign, the event unites the community through live drumming, survivor stories, and educational resources that focus on prevention through healthy lifestyle choices.

Drumlines from Dillard High School, Palm Beach Lakes High School, and Piper High School will bring rhythm and inspiration to the beach as participants unite to raise awareness and celebrate survivorship.
The rally is produced in collaboration with The Sound Check Foundation, a nonprofit supporting students and educators in underserved communities, through creative programming.

Adding to the spirit of unity, vendors and guests are encouraged to "Pink Out the Park" by wearing pink and decorating booths in support of survivors and their families. The event will also feature a book signing with three-time breast cancer survivor and author Jocelyn Binder for her inspiring memoir, "Sexy After Breast Cancer."

Free. View Details at: theloopflb.com/events/lets-beat-breast-cancer/

FRIDAY NIGHT SOUND WAVES: BACKSTAGE PASS FINALE SERIES
Fridays, October 24 – December 19 • 7–9:30 p.m.
Free Concerts Presented by DiscoverFTLBeach.com

The LOOP's signature concert series, Friday Night Sound Waves, returns for the final leg of its ninth season with the Backstage Pass lineup — a celebration of music's most legendary acts performed by nationally touring tribute artists. Concerts are free and open to the public, inviting music lovers to gather oceanside for sunset performances that define Fort Lauderdale's live music culture.

The 2025 lineup includes:

• October 24 – Life in Technicolor: A Tribute to Coldplay
• October 31 – Still Standing: A Tribute to Elton John
• November 7 – Planet Duran: A Tribute to Duran Duran
• November 14 – Touch & Go: A Tribute to The Cars
• November 21 – True Rumours: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
• November 28 – Love Story: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
• December 5 – Heart of Glass & Subliminal Doubt: Tributes to Blondie and No Doubt
• December 12 – Livin' on a Prayer: A Tribute to Bon Jovi
• December 19 – Man in the Mirror: A Tribute to Michael Jackson

For band bios and performance details, visit The LOOP's newsroom at
theloopflb.com/fnsw-hit-filled-finale/

PUMPKINS & PALM TREES FALL FESTIVAL (5TH ANNUAL)
Saturday, October 25 • 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 
Presented by DiscoverFTLBeach.com

The annual Pumpkins & Palm Trees Fall Festival brings an all-new carnival theme to Las Olas Oceanside Park. Presented by DiscoverFTLBeach.com, the seaside midway will feature live music, carnival eats, fall flavors, and games for the whole family.

Highlights include the 5th Annual Student Pie Baking Competition, presented by FRLA Broward, the Trick-or-Treat Trail (10 a.m.–12 p.m.) with Broward Center Spotlights, and kids' crafts, balloon artistry, fairy hair braiding, and face painting by Two Bees Parties. Families can strike a pose at the Pumpkin Ferris Wheel photo op, this year's signature installation, and must-see backdrop.

The event features a mix of free and ticketed carnival games, ranging from toddler playlands to balloon blaster races, with prizes including sunglasses, stickers, and scooters provided by Free Ride, as well as a spray-and-race duck challenge sponsored by Water Taxi. Inflatable midway games, a photo station with Rivian's electric truck, and interactive games hosted by Orange Theory complete the day's lineup.

For the full schedule, carnival map, and activity details, visit The LOOP's newsroom at https://theloopflb.com/pumpkins-palm-trees-carnival

A WEEKEND TRADITION: THE MKT AT THE LOOP
Immerse yourself in the coastal charm of The MKT at Las Olas Oceanside Park, where ocean breezes and palm-lined views accompany an eclectic array of homemade and handmade fare. Open every weekend, year-round, the market features farm-fresh produce, local art, and global flavors — along with live music and community experiences designed to nourish both body and soul. The MKT operates on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., offering an inviting space that celebrates small businesses and the vibrant Fort Lauderdale Beach lifestyle.

More at the Market
Every weekend at The LOOP offers more to explore — from sunrise yoga and live music to creative activations that make the market a true gathering place by the sea.

Start your weekend centered with Free Flow Yoga Fusion led by Lisa Pumper on Saturdays in November at 9:30 a.m., followed by shopping local artisan vendors and fresh bites at the MKT. Return on Sundays (Oct. 19 & Nov. 16 at 9:00 a.m.) for Yoga with Nzingah, a dynamic Vinyasa flow led by celebrated instructor Nzingah Oniwosan, courtesy of the City of Fort Lauderdale Parks & Recreation Department and FIT Lauderdale. Both classes are free, inclusive, and open to all. Complimentary SMART WATER provided.

The fun continues throughout the season with themed activations, including the communitywide 'Pink Out the Park' day on October 18, a Vendor Halloween Costume Contest during Pumpkins & Palm Trees on October 25, and the Day of the Dead Kids Craft Zone on November 1. Each Sunday in November, guests can also enjoy live music from 12–3 p.m., and on Small Business Saturday, November 29, shoppers will receive a complimentary keepsake market bag while supporting local makers.

Follow the MKT on Facebook and Instagram at, @oceansideparkmarket, for events and weekly rotation of presenting vendors

LOOKING AHEAD
December at The LOOP transforms Las Olas Oceanside Park into a whimsical seaside holiday village for its annual Wonderland by the Water series. The month-long celebration features themed weekends such as Grinchmas on the Beach, Candyland Christmas Market, and Santacon by the Sea, along with photo ops, make-and-take crafts, and live entertainment for all ages.

Guests can shop local at the MKT's festive vendor village, enjoy holiday yoga sessions as part of Fit for the Holidays, and visit Santa at the Letters to Santa Station each weekend. The park's walkway will once again be decked in life-sized Candyland décor, creating the perfect backdrop for photos, strolls, and holiday memories.

Full details and weekend schedules will be announced in November at theloopflb.com/events.

WHEN, WHERE & HOW
Location: The LOOP at Las Olas Oceanside Park, 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Parking: Las Olas Beach Parking Garage (PayByPhone available)
Admission: Most events are free and open to the public; select carnival games are ticketed
Website: theloopflb.com/events
Social: Follow theloopflb on Facebook and Instagram

ABOUT THE LOOP
The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park) is a central hub for culture, fitness, art, music, and events on Fort Lauderdale Beach. A cornerstone of the city's $65 million parks investment, The LOOP hosts year-round programming designed to connect the community through open spaces, creativity, and coastal energy. Recognized in Fort Lauderdale Magazine's "Best of Fort Lauderdale 2025" readers' poll, The LOOP earned top honors for Best Park and Best Event (Fur the Love Pet Fest). Follow The LOOP on Facebook and Instagram at: @theloopflb

ABOUT DISCOVERFTLBEACH.COM
DiscoverFTLBeach.com is the official destination website for Fort Lauderdale Beach, featuring information on where to stay, dine, shop, and play along the city's iconic shoreline. As the presenting sponsor of The LOOP's seasonal programming, DiscoverFTLBeach.com invites visitors and locals alike to extend their stay, explore neighborhood favorites, and plan their next getaway to Fort Lauderdale Beach. Follow DiscoverFTLBeach.com on Facebook and Instagram at: @discoverftlbeach

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