To us, October signals the true beginning of Autumn. And while we certainly enjoy balmier temps in the Valley compared to our more northern counterparts, the season is no less special. In fact, the weather is just perfect for enjoying pumpkin patches, corn mazes, (chilled) cider, and all of fall's favorite trimmings.
To help you embrace the season, we’ve scouted the Valley’s autumn-approved activities, fall festivals, and, of course, pumpkin patches. Below you’ll find a selection of our favorites, which we know will help you enjoy the best of local living. Enjoy and don't forget to tell them Scout sent you!
PUMPKIN PATCHES & CORN MAZES
Macdonald’s Ranch Pumpkin Patch (26540 North Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale) includes all the fun of a pumpkin patch with ranch activities, including a petting zoo, panning for gold, hay-bale maze + climb, and more! Learn more…
Mortimer Farms (12907 Arizona 169, Dewey) is offering a corn maze, pick-your-own pumpkin experience, and fall festivities this season. Make a day of your pumpkin picking to select your own pumpkin from their patch, then let the "pumpkin vallet" watch your picks while you enjoy their fall festival (see more below). While we recommend visiting on the weekend to enjoy Mortimer Farm's full offerings, you can also purchase pumpkins on weekdays from their Country Store selection of pre-picked pumpkins. Learn more…
Vertuccio Farms Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch (24810 South Rittenhouse Rd, Queen Creek) is open Friday, September 30th to Sunday, October 30th. The Mesa-based Vertuccio Farms celebrates the season by offering the a pumpkin patch and “Cooler days in the Corn Maze,’ the Valley’s longest-running corn maze and fall activities (see more below). Learn more…
FALL FESTIVALS
Photography by Monica D. Spencer/The Republic.
Arizona Fall Fest is a family and dog friendly, free event showcasing all things uniquely Arizona. The largest "certified local" event will bring people and local businesses together from all over the Valley through November 5th. Learn more…
Arizona State Fair is a decades-long tradition that’s heavy on Arizona pride and fried deliciousness. Enjoy the quintessential fair experiences - from rides to games, entertainment to fairground delicacies - through October 30th. Learn more…
Cooler Days in the Corn Maze at Vertuccio Farms features a corn maze, pumpkin patch, and all your fall-favorite activities. Stop by to pick up pumpkins and stay for the festival fun, daily through October 30th. Learn more…
Four Peaks Oktoberfest ffeatures three days of Bavarian-inspired fun from October 7th to October 9th. While the 49th annual celebration is geared towards those legally allowed to imbibe, Four Peaks Oktoberfest also offers kid-friendly activities, like Kinderfest. Learn more…
Photography courtesy of Vertuccio Farms.
Mortimer Farms Pumpkin Fest & Corn Maze features all the fall essentials, from hayrides to grain train rides, vendors to entertainment, and more. Plan a weekend visit to enjoy their corn maze, pumpkin patch, and festival activities through October 31st. Learn more…
Schnepf Farms Pumpkin Patch & Chili Party is open every Thursday through Sunday between October 1st and October 30th to offer fall-family fun and a dash of nostalgia. Expect all the trimmings of a fall festival finished with fireworks. And don’t leave without seasonal goodies from their bakery! Learn more…
Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival is a unique trick-or-treating event featuring spooky costume contests, 4,000 pounds of candy, tethered balloon rides, and - of course - trick-or-treating, with each balloon functioning as a candy station! Learn more…
AUTUMN EVENTS
Childhelp Trick or Trot Family Fun Run marries trick-or-treating for littles with exercise for the whole family - all in benefit of Childhelp AZ. Enjoy a morning run/walk on the beautiful McCormick Ranch Golf Course finished with Halloween-themed activities at the finish line. Learn more…
W Scottsdale “Yellow” Halloween Party x Veuve Clicquot promises an adult-approved way to celebrate Halloween. Learn more…
AUTUMN-APPROVED ACTIVITIES
Photography courtesy of Verde Canyon Rail.
Ales on Rails is Verde Canyon Railroad’s ode to autumn, making the most of fall’s sipping weather with a celebration of Arizona’s craft beers. Open Tuesday, September 13 through Monday, October 31st, Ales on Rails invites you to sample offerings from local Arizona breweries via train - and enjoy views of fall foliage. Make a reservation…
Spooktacular Mini-Golf features a terrifying transformation of the Golfland Sunsplash mini golf for a Halloween-themed mini-golf experience. Enjoy through October 31st. Learn more…
13th Floor Haunted House isn’t for the faint of heart. World-famous, it’s the Valley’s freakiest Halloween event. “Enjoy” on select nights through October 31st. Learn more…
Enjoy and don’t forget to tell them Scout sent you!