Last Updated on August 18, 2026 by Themigonikitchen

While it may still be over a hundred degrees every day, fall is coming y’all! Fall is one of our favorite seasons in DFW because there are just SO many activities and outings to choose from with kids. This is our list of the best fall activities with kids in Dallas and beyond.

If you want more Dallas family fun, check out our ultimate guide to Dallas with kids!

Core Dallas Fall Outings (The Staples)

• Autumn at the Arboretum: A must-see staple featuring the massive Pumpkin Village, trick-or-treating events, and seasonal family photo spots. Theme changes annually. Members get access to exclusive Halloween events and early morning hours to beat weekend crowds. (Sept 19 – Nov 1)

  

  

  
  

• State Fair of Texas (Fair Park): Go on weekdays, bring a stroller for tired toddlers, and get Fletcher’s Corn Dogs and Big Tex photo ops early. Rainy days offer empty fairgrounds with no lines (just pack ponchos). Skip the Ferris wheel due to steep lines and prices. (Sept 25 – Oct 18)

  

  

  

  
  

DFW Metroplex 

Pumpkin Patches & Family Farms

• Blase Family Farm (Rockwall): Low-key, toddler-friendly farm with a shaded wood chip trail, hayrides, a petting zoo, Spookley the Pumpkin storyboards, and pumpkin patch. Reservations are required. Weekend pricing includes a hot dog! Must try the pumpkin popsicles. (Sept 19 – Nov 1)

  

  

  

  
  

• Hall’s Pumpkin Farm & Corn Maze (Grapevine): Classic, traditional farm setting with an expansive corn maze, hayrides, and pumpkin varieties. Cash only. (Opens Oct 2)

• Huddin Homestead Fun Farm (Rockwall): Open 7 days a week, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, bounce houses, playground, and other fall activities and vendors (Sept 25-Nov 15)

Timed Festivals & Limited-Date Events

• Six Flags Fright Fest (Arlington): Daytime hours (Boo-Fest) are tailored for younger kids, while nightfall brings scarier haunts better suited for teens 13 and up. (Sept 11-Nov 1)
• Addison Oktoberfest: Popular seasonal celebration featuring traditional food, music, and games. And obviously beer for the adults! (Sept 17-20)
• Pumpkin Nights at Howell Family Farms (Arlington): Non-spooky walk-through exhibit featuring thousands of hand-carved, glowing artificial pumpkins along a walkable half-mile trail. This is an evening activity with time slots ranging from 6-9 PM depending on the day. (Sept 17-Oct 31)
• Stocktoberfest at the Fort Worth Stockyards: More German themed fun but with Texas flair. Plus enjoy the Stockyards decorated for fall with plenty of photo ops. (Sept 18-20)

• Huffhines Harvest Fest (Richardson): Local arts, crafts, petting zoo, and more at a free family-friendly fall festival. (Oct 17 – Oct 18)

  • Bring your dog on Oct 17 for Pawtoberfest!

• Fort Worth Zoo (Boo at the Zoo): Daytime trick-or-treating stations, animal shows, and themed entertainment included with zoo admission or membership. (Oct 23 – Oct 25)

• Grapevine Vintage Railroad (Trick ‘R Treat Trains): Seasonal, kid-friendly train rides originating out of historic Grapevine with music, stories and a little prepared bag of treats. (Oct 24-25)

Urban Outings & Quick Local Stops

• The Annual Texas Pumpkin Patch at the Dallas Farmers Market: One of the largest pumpkin patches in town, plus there’s always fun snacks and activities going on, especially on weekends. Easy access to lots of great kid-friendly restaurants too! Free! (Opens mid-September)

  

  

  
  

• St. Michael’s Farmers Market Fall Family Day (Dallas): Our favorite local farmer’s market hosts a great, free Fall family day! Costumes are encouraged and the kids can visit the decorated tents for sweet treats, shop from some amazing local food makers, and enjoy family activities like tent-or-treating, market bingo, face painting, balloon art, and a special visit from the Station 27 fire trucks. (Saturday Oct 31st)

• NorthPark Pumpkin Patch (Dallas): Gorgeous pumpkin displays with photo opportunities, storytimes with Bookmarks, a Dallas Public Library, and more. Free! (Oct 1-Nov 1)

Day Trips & Outlying Spots (45+ Minute Drive from Central DFW)

• YesterLand Farm (Canton): Ideal full day trip featuring vintage roller coasters, carnival rides, corn mazes, and a giant pumpkin patch. (~1 hour east of Dallas). Runs Sept 19-Nov 8.

• Preston Trail Farms (Gunter): Home of the Big Orange Pumpkin Farm, offering live animals, hayrides, roping activities, and a hardware store cafe. (~55 minutes north of Dallas). Runs Sept 20th-Nov 22nd.

• Mainstay Farm Park (Cleburne): Features Pumpkin Fall Days with farm attractions, pick-your-own flowers, play areas, animals, roller coasters and rides, a vintage train, and seasonal food. Plus a winery for the grown ups! (~50–60 minutes southwest of Dallas). Runs Sept 20th-Nov 7th.

• Scarborough’s Hollow Fall Fantasy Festival (Waxahachie): Entertainment, artisan shopping, seasonal food and drink, interactive experiences, and unforgettable fall fun for all ages. Open Saturdays from Sept 26 through Oct 31, plus Sunday, Nov 1 (1:00 PM – 9:00 PM). (~45 minutes south of Dallas)

• Pumpkins & Pacas at Harmony Ranch Alpacas (Alvord): Stroll through our pumpkin grove, snap the perfect photo with our friendly alpacas, and enjoy fall-themed games for all ages on select dates Sept 25 – Nov 1. (~45+ minutes drive)