What’s Happening? October 2026
October is generally a slow month here in Puerto Rico. We’re at the lowest point of our “low season” for tourists, and we are still in hurricane season. So many businesses that depend on tourism cut back their hours either to take their own vacations, or to do their “annual maintenance” that they can’t get accomplished during the busy times of year. There are still plenty of things to do this month, including town festivals, Halloween Hauntings, and Oktoberfest fun. But maybe the best thing of all is to enjoy some quiet time on one of our many beautiful beaches.
While there is always something fun happening somewhere in Puerto Rico, there are a few special events each month that deserve a mention. Here are some highlights for October 2026.
September 19, 26, 27, October 3, 4: Soul Screams Haunted House
“15 Years of Screams” – at the Jardin Botanico in Caguas. Lots of different scary scenes, filled with live performers ready to scare you! Open Saturdays and Sundays – check their calendar. More info on their Facebook page. Tickets on sale Ticketera.com.
Other Haunted Events
We will post more haunted Halloween events as they are announced.
October 1 to 4, 8 to 11, 15 to 18, 22 to 25: Casa Bavaria Oktoberfest
Annual Oktoberfest celebration, with Happy Hour on Thursdays, Karaoke on Fridays, and live music on Saturdays and Sundays. And even German costume competitions on Sundays. At the German restaurant Casa Bavaria in Morovis. Free admission. Come eat and drink with the live music, polkas, and costumed servers! More info on their Facebook page.
October 3 to 4: Festival de La Yuca in Isabela
Enjoy a celebration of the yucca with lots of music, food (all types), and drinks. Browse the works of local artisans, and enjoy the live music. In Plaza Recreo De Isabela. Admission is free. For more info and entertainment schedule check their Facebook page.
October 3 to 4: Festival Nacional del Cabro in Cataño
Two days of celebrating goats in Cataño waterfront, on the Malecón Edwin Rivera Sierra. Featuring goat products (goat milk cheese, candy, cheeses) and other products made from goat’s milk (soaps, creams, etc). And of course education about goats, and music, food, and artisans. Even a goat parade on Sunday, featuring many varieties and costumed goats. A petting zoo, too! Check their Facebook page for more info.
October 9 to 10: Fiestas de Pueblo in Vega Baja
A weekend town celebration, with live music, food, artisans and other fun family events. At the Plaza José F. Náter. More info on their Facebook page.
October 9 to 11: Festival La Loma del Tamarindo in Comerio
Enjoy a town festival with all sorts of fun for the whole family. There will be food and drinks, many tamarind-related. Browse the works of local artisans, and enjoy the live music. The fun starts on Friday and continues each day with games and races, and live music in the evenings. In Comerio at the Complejo Deportivo in Bario Dona Elena. More info on their Facebook page.
October 9 to 11: Festival De la Pollo in Aibonito
Enjoy a town festival with all sorts of fun for the whole family. There will be food , many chicken-related and drinks. Browse the works of local artisans, and enjoy the live music. The fun starts at on Friday and continues each day with games and races, and live music in the evenings. In Aibonito at the Plaza Publica. More info on their Facebook page.
October 10: Puerto Rico Burger Festival
This event gets together various bars and over 25 restaurants, so you can decide which you like best. It is like a big hamburger party where you can try lots of different burgers and sides. There is also live music, and some inflatable jumpy houses for the kids. Starts at 5pm, at the Plaza de la Independencia (which is the plaza between Hiram Bithorn Stadium and Roberto Clemente Coliseum in San Juan. For more information their Facebook page or for tickets, check PRticket.com
October 23 to 25: AgroFeria in Canovanas
A weekend full of Autumnfest fun for the whole family. Live music, tractors, petting zoo, Hay bale creations, and a pumpkin patch. Great for fall photos or you can pick out your own pumpkin. Kiosks for artisans, food and more, Will be held at the Antiguo Central Azucarera.. Check their Facebook page for more info.
Other Events
This is just a small subset of activities occurring this month. As always, be sure to check our Facebook page for other events happening this month and throughout the year all across the island.
Puerto Rico Day Trips LLC assumes no responsibility regarding your safety when participating in the activities described in this article. Please use common sense! If your mother or that little voice in your head tells you that you are about to do something stupid … then don't do it!
