There’s something magical about fall in Central Texas. The air cools (just a little), the sunsets turn golden, and Austin comes alive with music, food and family fun. Whether you’re searching for the perfect pumpkin, wandering through a corn maze, or dancing the night away at a festival, Austin has no shortage of ways to celebrate the season. Here’s your guide to the very best pumpkin patches and fall festivals around town in 2025.
Sweet Eats Fruit Farm. Credit Haley Plotkin.
Pumpkin Patches Near Austin
Indian Springs Ranch Fall Fest
September 27 – November 1, 2025
Tucked into the Manchaca neighborhood in South Austin, Indian Springs Ranch turns its sprawling property into a fall wonderland each year. Beyond the pumpkin patch, you’ll find camels, zebras, and even buffalo roaming the grounds, plus rustic backdrops perfect for seasonal photos. It’s one of the most unique spots to bring kids—or anyone who loves animals with their autumn vibes.
Sweet Eats Fruit Farm Fall Festival
September 20 – November 7, 2025
This Georgetown favorite goes all-out for fall. Expect everything from a corn maze and petting zoo to apple slingshots and obstacle courses. It’s the kind of place you can spend an entire day.
Uhland Fall Fest
September 27 – November 2, 2025
For six weekends straight, the town of Uhland (just south of Austin near Kyle) transforms into a fall carnival complete with rides, games, food stalls, and a pumpkin patch that practically glows at sunset. Think of it as a small-town fair with big autumn energy.
Texas Pumpkin Fest
October 3 – November 1, 2025
Held in Leander, this festival sprawls across 10 acres filled with pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, themed photo ops, and family-friendly activities. There’s live music, food vendors, and plenty of shade tents, making it one of the most social and lively pumpkin patches in the region.
Can't Miss Fall Festivals
Pumpkin Nights at Pioneer Farms
September 18 – October 31, 2025
Pumpkin Nights transforms carved pumpkins into glowing art installations along an immersive walking trail at Austin's beloved Pioneer Farms. It’s family-friendly, Instagram-worthy, and best experienced after dark when the sculptures truly come alive.
Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail
September 25 – November 30, 2025
The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center takes a spooky turn this year with a “Nightmare Before Christmas”–themed light trail. It’s equal parts eerie and enchanting—a fresh take on seasonal lights that bridges Halloween and the holidays.
Boo at the Zoo
October 3 – 25, 2025 (weekends)
Boo at the Zoo transforms the Austin Zoo into a kid-friendly spooktacular each weekend in October. Little ones can trick-or-treat through the zoo’s pathways, enjoy themed decorations, and meet friendly animal ambassadors along the way. With plenty of photo opportunities and just the right amount of Halloween magic (without the scares), it’s an ideal outing for families looking to celebrate the season in a fun, safe, and memorable way.
LEVITATION Halloween Freakend
October 31 – November 1, 2025
If your idea of Halloween involves music, costumes, and a touch of the unexpected, Levitation’s Halloween Freakend delivers. Held at The Far Out Lounge, this two-night event blends psych-rock and experimental sounds with immersive Halloween decor. Guests are encouraged to dress up, creating a festive, slightly surreal atmosphere that’s part concert, part costume party. Perfect for adults, music lovers, and anyone who wants to experience Austin’s quirky, artistic side of Halloween.
Austin Fall Tips
- Go early: September weekends are less crowded than mid-October.
- Dress for anything: Central Texas fall means tank tops one day, sweaters the next. Layers are your friend.
- Book ahead: Pumpkin patches and festivals often require advance tickets, especially on weekends.
- Bring your camera: Between golden-hour pumpkin fields and glowing light trails, fall in Austin is basically one giant photo op.
