Question about October Fishing

Finally headed down the 1st -3rd of October, I won't be able to fish much, but will have a few hours on the pier. What species would you target? Especially to try to get kids hooked up..

Also, how crowded are weekdays during the school year?

Thanks,

Evan

Spanish Mackerel should be around. I'd pickup a few gotcha plugs and leader material. My grand kids have a blast catching ladyfish around the restroom area on 1/2 oz chrome spoons. I find weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
Good luck.