Spooky Saturday Movie at the Pool
Palm Bay families can enjoy a free evening swim and a poolside screening of Monsters, Inc. on October 18 at the Palm Bay Aquatic Center.
Palm Bay, FL – The Palm Bay Aquatic Center will host its annual Spooky Saturday Movie at the Pool on October 18, featuring an evening swim and a showing of Monsters, Inc. Palm Bay Aquatic Center will transform into a family-friendly movie night venue for its annual Spooky Saturday Movie at the Pool on October 18, 2025. The event begins at 5:30 PM with free open swim and concludes after a poolside showing of Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. (Rated G), which starts at 7:00 PM.
Hosted by Palm Bay Parks & Recreation, this free event is open to the public and offers a safe and festive way to kick off Halloween season celebrations across Brevard County. Families are encouraged to arrive early as capacity inside the Aquatic Center is limited to 181 guests. Once the facility reaches capacity, additional attendees can bring blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy the movie from outside the pool fence. Staff will admit more guests as space becomes available.
The diving well will close at sunset when the movie begins. Snacks and drinks are welcome, though attendees should follow all Aquatic Center guidelines for food and beverages. Registration is not required.
Event Highlights
Date & Time: Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 5:30 – 8:30 PM
Venue: Palm Bay Aquatic Center, 420 Community College Pkwy SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909
Open Swim: 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Movie: Monsters, Inc. begins at 7:00 PM
Admission: Free
Capacity: 181 guests inside; overflow may watch from outside the fence
Organizer: Palm Bay Parks & Recreation
Information: (321) 952-2833
What to Bring
Towels, swimsuits, and dry clothes for after the movie
Lawn chairs or blankets if you plan to sit outside the pool area
Reusable water bottles and snacks as permitted
Family-friendly Halloween costumes welcome (swim-safe only)
About the Event
Palm Bay Aquatic Center’s Spooky Saturday Movie at the Pool is among the region’s top Halloween-themed family events, promising a night of swimming and cinematic fun for residents of all ages. The event contributes to Palm Bay’s ongoing efforts to offer free, community-building recreation and is part of the city’s broader push to make public spaces hubs for family enjoyment.
For updates on more Palm Bay events, visit The Palm Bayer.
When I was in graduate school during Summer School, they showed "Jaws" at the pool.