Not sure which fall festival to take your kids to this year?
You’re not alone.
With so many events popping up (and not always easy to find), it can be overwhelming to figure out which ones are family-friendly, worth the drive, or even happening near you.
That’s why I’ve gathered all the fall festivals in Tyler and the surrounding areas as of September 1, 2025, to make your planning easier and your weekends more magical.
Whether you’re searching for pumpkin patches or looking for the best East Texas family events this fall, this guide has you covered.
Here’s a complete list of fall events happening around Tyler, organized by date below.
Some of the links on this site may be affiliate links, meaning if you purchase through one of these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Symphony in the Park
📅 Saturday, August 30, 2025
Every year, the East Texas Symphony Orchestra kicks off the season with an outdoor concert at Bergfeld Park. For our family, this has become our “Beginning of Fall” tradition—a night we look forward to every year.
⏰ Time: 7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Bergfeld Park, Tyler, TX
💵 Cost: Free admission for all
Our Family Tradition
We start the evening with a stop at Raising Cane’s to grab dinner, then head to the park with our blankets and chairs. The kids love it—while we set up for a picnic, they run off to play at the playground, or if they’re in swimsuits, they cool off at the splash pad. It’s the perfect way to fill the time before the music begins.
What to Expect from the Symphony
As the sun goes down, the East Texas Symphony Orchestra fills the park with music, giving a preview of their upcoming season. They also play familiar favorites and fun covers that everyone recognizes. One of the highlights? The whole crowd joining in a big sing-along of “Deep in the Heart of Texas.” It’s a mix of elegance and community fun that makes the night so special.
Mom Tip: Bring a picnic blanket and chairs. The blanket is perfect for spreading out dinner, while the chairs make it more comfortable once the music starts. And definitely bring swimsuits if your kids like the splash pad—it keeps them entertained and burns energy before the show!
Mineola HAY Bale Consest
📅 Saturday, September 1-9, 2025
📍 Location: All around Mineola
💵 Admission: FREE
If you’re looking for a unique fall outing with the kids, the Mineola Hay Show’s Decorative Hay Bale Contest is a hidden gem in East Texas. Every year, local businesses, schools, and organizations transform giant round hay bales into colorful works of art. Think painted Minions, tractors, cartoon characters—even storybook scenes!
Event Highlights:
👩🎨 Creative Displays – Dozens of hay bales painted and decorated in clever, colorful themes.
📸 Photo Ops – Perfect backdrops for your family’s fall pictures.
👨👩👧 Community Fun – Local spirit shines through with designs from schools, FFA programs, and small businesses.
🎓 For a Good Cause – The Hay Show itself also raises funds for scholarships and agriculture programs.
Frankston Mule Rodeo
📅 Saturday, September 6, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Arena – 1081 N Hwy 155, Frankston, TX 75763
💵 Admission: FREE for spectators | $5 per event to participate
🐾 What to Expect
⚽ Hoof Ball
🌲 “Over the River & Through the Woods” challenge
🚩 Flag Swap
🏇 In-Line Barrels with a Twist
🗑️ Taking Out the Trash
💪 Hold the Line
Hosted by Lighthouse Baptist Chapel.
For info: Roy Westbrook (903-245-6992) | Billy Jack (903-658-6876).
✨ Pro Mom Tip: This is a one-of-a-kind rodeo! Kids will get a kick out of the mule games and spectators can watch for free, making it a budget-friendly family night out.
Lone Star Antique Tractor & Engine Show
📅 Saturday, September 6, 2025
📍 Location: Whitehouse, TX – (East on FM 346 at SH 110 & FM 346 intersection, ~3 miles on right, turn onto Dudley Rd. Follow signs from FM 346 & SH 110).
🕘 Time: 9:00 a.m. – finish
💵 Admission (Saturday only):
Kids under 12: FREE
Youth: $1
Adults: $2
Family: $5
Tractor Pull Details
A tractor pull is the highlight of this event! Drivers bring their antique tractors to test their strength and skill by pulling a weighted sled across the track. The farther a tractor can pull without stalling, the better the score.
Event Highlights:
🕗 Pull Weigh-In: Starts at 8:00 a.m.
🕙 Pull Starts: 10:00 a.m. (Small tractors pull first)
🚜 Antique Tractor & Engine Display
⚙️ Stationary Engine Display
🚛 Antique Truck Display
🏁 Antique Tractor Pulls
🎉 Antique Tractor Parade
👧 Children’s Activities: Barrel Train, Kiddie Tractor Pulls
🔨 Noon Auction (proceeds fund scholarships)
Bear Creek BBQ & Balloon Festival
📅 Date: Saturday, September 6
📍 Location: Bear Creek Smokehouse
10857 State Highway 154, Marshall, TX 75670
🎟️ Admission: FREE
One of the most magical evenings in East Texas is back! The 3rd Annual BBQ & Balloon Festival is the perfect way to kick off fall with a family-friendly mix of great food, outdoor fun, and glowing hot air balloons.
This event is completely free and open to the public, making it an easy yes for your fall calendar. The only costs are for food, drinks, and optional tethered balloon rides.
Here’s what you can expect:
🎶 Live outdoor concert with plenty of room to dance or relax
🍖 Killer BBQ and festival eats from Bear Creek Smokehouse
🎈 Hot Air Balloon Glow at dusk (weather permitting)
🎡 Tethered balloon rides available for purchase
♿ Handicap-accessible ramp for easier access
🪑 Lawn chairs encouraged so you can sit back and soak it all in
Whether you’re snapping pics of the balloons lighting up the East Texas sky or enjoying smoked brisket while the kids run around, this is a must-do event for families who love fall adventures.
YESTERLAND FARM - FALL FESTIVAL
📅 September 20 – November 2
📍 15410 Interstate 20, Canton, TX 75103
🕒 Hours:
September
Sat & Sun: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sept. 28: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
October
Fri & Sat: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sun: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
November
Sat: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sun: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
🎟 Admission:
Sale Price: $17.95
Gate Price: $34.95
🎡 Attractions:
Pumpkin patch ($)
Corn maze
Fireworks (select nights)
Pig races
Petting zoo
Animal feeding ($)
40+ carnival rides
Apple cannons ($)
Large slides
Swings
Paintball ($)
Photo ops everywhere
U-pick sunflowers & zinnias ($)
Don’t Miss:
Friday & Saturday night Fireworks Shows at 8:30 PM, Sept. 28 – Nov. 2
EAST TEXAS STATE FAIR
September 19-28
Carnival Opening Times
Monday – Friday……… 4:00 pm
Saturday – Sunday……12:00 pm
Food Row opens daily at 10:00am
Fair Admission
Adult (ages 13+)…………………………$12.00
Youth (ages 5-12)….……………..……..$6.00
Children (under 4)……………………….FREE
Discount days :
- Friday, September 19 – Seniors (60+) get in free
- Monday, September 22 – Military personnel get in free
- Monday, September 22 – Kids (K-12) get in free until 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 23 – Kids (K-12) get in free until 7:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 24 – Kids (K-12) get in free until 7:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 24 – First responders get in free
- Thursday, September 25 – College students get in free until 7:00 p.m.
Get a free student ticket here
Carnival Wristbands
Unlimited Ride Wristband…………$37
New for the 2025 season
East Texas State Fair Rodeo — Opening Weekend Only!
Get ready, y’all — the East Texas State Fair is bringing the rodeo action big time this year! For the first time, the fair will host a PRCA-sanctioned rodeo, and it’s all going down opening weekend.
Expect all the classic thrills:
Bull riding
Team roping
Barrel racing
And even the littlest cowboys in the crowd competing in Mutton Bustin’!
This rodeo is pulling in top talent from across the country, so you can bet it’s going to be an unforgettable night of fun, adrenaline, and family memories.
Dates:
Friday, September 19
Saturday, September 20
Sunday, September 21
Time: Rodeo begins at 7:30 PM each night
Note: Tickets are limited, so plan ahead!
Rodeo Admission:
General Admission: $25
VIP Admission: $100 (includes dinner + open bar)
Bonus: Rodeo tickets include free admission to the Fair — no need to buy a separate ticket!
East Texas State Fair, Tyler, TX
E5 FAMILY FARM
Closed for the fall season due to a family emergency. Please send their family prayers. Planning on opening for Christmas trees around Thanksgiving.
PINEY PARK
📅 September 26 – October 31
📍 600 Martin Lake Rd, Marshall, TX
💵 All attractions are included in admission
🍁 Why We Love It:
This is one of our family’s favorite fall traditions! We love that everything is included in the price, and the spooky trail, decorated with all the best seasonal touches, is a must. Pro tip: arrive early to enjoy the activities in daylight, then walk the trail once the sun goes down for the full effect.
✨ Bonus tip: Grab some Halloween holographic glasses from Amazon for an extra magical experience while walking through the spooky trail at night.
🕒 Hours:
Tues–Fri: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Sat: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
🍬 Trick-or-Treating Dates:
October 11, 18, 25 & 31 — at 11:00 AM & 5:00 PM
🎟 Admission (Ages 3+):
Early Bird: $8.99
Discounted: $12.99
Regular: $15.99
💡 Save $2 per ticket when you buy online! Check their site for special discount days.
🍂 Included Attractions:
Family-friendly spooky trail
Jumbo jumpers
Barrel train rides
Piney Peak slides
Shooting cannons
Game area
Food trucks with dinner & sweets ($)
…and more!
BOO AT THE ZOO - BUSY B RANCH
2025 Fall Event Schedule:
🎨 Saturday, Sept. 27 – Ladies Painting Night
🎃 Sept. 26 – End of October – Pumpkin Patch
👻 Fridays, Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25 – Zoo Boo (Halloween Event)
📍 Location: Busy B Ranch Wildlife Park, 1100 W Prospect Rd, Jefferson, TX
💵 Tickets: $20-$25
Zoo Boo Activities:
🍬 Trick-or-treating
🐐 Petting zoo
🌅 Sunset trailer tour
🎨 Face painting & games
🦘 Animal feed included
🎃 Pumpkin patch
🥇 Costume contest
IRON HORSE HERITAGE FESTIVAL
📅 Saturday, September 27
🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Bring the whole family out for a full day of small-town fun at the Mineola Main Street Festival! This charming community event has something for everyone — from delicious eats to quirky contests and live entertainment.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
🥞 Pancake breakfast to start the day right
🎨 Children’s activities to keep the little ones happy
🛍️ Artisan vendors with handcrafted treasures
🐶 Weenie dog races (yes, you read that right!)
🍉 Watermelon eating contest for messy fun
🥧 Pie baking contest – bring your best recipe or just enjoy the treats
🎶 Live music to keep the good vibes going all day long
This is the kind of event that makes fall in East Texas feel magical — mark your calendars!
📍 Downtown Mineola, TX
PLANTATION PINES - Fall on the farm
📅 Opening Day: September 27, 2025
⏰ Hours:
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, Monday, Wednesday: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: 10098 County Road 429, Tyler, TX
💵 Cost: Free admission!
🎃 Highlights & Activities:
Pumpkin patch $
Hayrides
Play area for kids
You-pick flowers $
Open until pumpkins sell out
GREAT HARVEST FARM
📅 Dates: September 26 – October 31, 2025
(Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays only)
📍 Location: Great Harvest Farm
20071 TX-19, Montalba, TX 75853
🕒 Hours:
Fridays & Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sundays: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
💵 Admission:
$7 per person
Season pass: $17 per person
Ages 2 & under: Free
Activities Included with Admission:
🛝 Jump pad
🏠 Pumpkin house
🐄 Mini cow petting
🌽 Corn pit
🛷 Hay slide
🌾 Hay maze
🚜 Hayride (every 30 minutes)
🤠 Roping
🎯 Yard games
…and more!
Extras (Additional Charge):
🎨 Face art
🥔 Potato launchers
🎃 Pumpkin painting
🚂 Barrel train rides
Field Trips:
📅 By scheduling only:
Groups of 50+ students: Tuesdays & Wednesdays in October, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. ($7/student, includes free mini pumpkin)
Groups under 50 students: Fridays during regular business hours ($7/person, includes free mini pumpkin; teachers free with group)
✨ Pro Mom Tip: Bring socks for the jump pad, cash for extra activities, and a tote bag for mini pumpkins. If you’re planning a field trip, book early to lock in your preferred date!
Photo Credit: Great Harvest Farm
Montalba TX
CALIE’S ACRES
📅 October 1 – November 2, 2025
⏰ Hours:
Monday–Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (last field trip ends)
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
📍 Address: 10589 State Hwy 300, Gilmer, TX 75645
📞 Phone: 903-295-2000 | Text: 903-790-2297
🌐 Website: www.caliesacre.com
💵 Cost:
$10 general admission
$15 admission + paint a pumpkin
🎃 Highlights & Activities:
Barrel train (kids only)
Hayride (family included)
Petting zoo
Bouncy balls
Music garden
Spiderweb
Wheel walk
Hoop the horses
Tether ball
Tug of war
Other misc. games
✨ Extras:
Gift shop, picnic area, and many photo ops
Porta potties available
Great for field trips (booking required)
$20 minimum on credit card purchases
No pets and no outside food or drinks (except field trips)
BLUEBERRY RIDGE FARM Pumpkin Patch
📅 October 1 –
💲 Admission: $8 per person (pumpkins not included). Infants are free.
⏰ Hours:
Monday: 10 AM – 4 PM (open to the public)
Saturday: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday: 2 PM – 5 PM
Tuesday–Friday: reserved for field trips only
Activities:
Your admission includes access to a variety of family-friendly activities:
🚜 Hayride
🧺 Picnicking
🔍 Scavenger Hunt
👒 Dress a Scarecrow
🤠 Rodeo Games
🎯 Corn Hole
🏃♂️ Sack Races
⭕ Ring Toss
🏐 Ball Toss
🐐 Petting Animals
⚾ Play Catch
🪵 Obstacle Course
📸 Photo Ops
🌲 Hiking
🎃 U-Pick Pumpkins:
Head into the patch and choose your perfect pumpkin right off the vine!
$2 – Mini
$5 – Small
$8 – Medium
$12 – Large
$15 – Jumbo
👩🏫 Field Trips:
Perfect for schools, churches, daycares, and other organizations. Reservations required.
🎉 Private Events:
The pumpkin patch can also host birthday parties, reunions, showers, small weddings, and more.
📞 Call Jill at 903-372-7119 for pricing and details.
The Pumpkin Wonderland
📅October 1 – October 31
📍 Location: Austin Bank Green Space, 200 E. Commerce St., Downtown Jacksonville, TX
🎨 Hosted by: Jacksonville Community Arts Alliance (JCAA)
💲 Admission: FREE 🙌
🕒 Hours:
- Daily
About the Event:
Each year, JCAA volunteers transform the Austin Bank Green Space into The Pumpkin Wonderland, a stunning display of pumpkins, gourds, and creative arrangements that celebrate the beauty of fall. This beloved tradition is completely free, funded by community donations, and offers incredible photo ops 📸 for families, couples, and friends.
Lanes Chapel Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival
📅 October 1 – October 31, 2025
⏰ Hours: Open daily, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Lanes Chapel Methodist Church, 8720 Old Jacksonville Hwy, Tyler, TX
💵 Admission: FREE
🍂 What to Expect
🚂 Train rides for kids
👩🎨 Face painting
🎯 Yard games
📸 Fall-themed photo booths
🎃 Thousands of pumpkins for purchase
❤️ Why It Matters
All proceeds from the pumpkin sales support mission work in the community and help fund various ministries at Lanes Chapel. So every pumpkin purchased goes right back into helping East Texas families.
PUMPKIN PARK
📅Every weekend in October
📍 Location: 15866 FM 3204, Brownsboro, TX 75756
🕒 Hours:
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
💵 Admission: $10/person
Activities Include:
🎃 Pumpkin Patch
🚂 Train Ride
🌾 Hay Maze
🎯 Kids Activities
🛝 Pumpkin Peak Slide
📸 Fall Photo Ops
✨ Special Events:
October 4 – Pumpkin Palooza 🎉
Celebrate the official 2025 opening day of the Pumpkin Park with a full day of family fun.
October 11 – Permanent Jewelry Booth 💎
From 3 p.m. – 7 p.m., visit the pumpkin park and shop a permanent jewelry booth set up for this day only.
October 18 – Movie in the Pumpkin Park 🎬
Bring a blanket and cozy up for a fall movie night under the stars at 6:45 p.m.
October 25 – Classic Car Cruise-In 🚗
Admire a lineup of classic cars while enjoying all the fall festivities.
October 31 – Candyfest! 🍬
A sweet way to end the season with candy, costumes, and fun for the whole family.
Fall Celebration at Plants of Texas
📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Activities & Food Truck)
📅 Saturday & Sunday, October 4–5, 2025
⏰ All Day (Fall Plant Sale)
📍 Location: Plants of Texas
Family-Friendly Activities (Saturday, Oct. 4th | 11 AM–2 PM)
🐂 Mechanical bull rides
🎯 Inflatable obstacle course
🎈 Bounce house fun for all ages
🌮 Food: Texas Taco will be onsite serving lunch starting at 11 AM. With every meal purchase, guests (21+) receive a FREE margarita.
Extra Fun – All Weekend Long (Oct. 4–5)
🪴 Exclusive plant sales
🎃 Fall displays & seasonal blooms
🍁 Pumpkins and autumn décor
🌤️ Perfect for enjoying crisp autumn air
3rd Annual Hughes Plant Farm Fall Festival
📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 19980 Hwy 69 South, Tyler, TX 75703
💵 FREE admission – open to the public
Highlights:
🛍 Local Vendors – Shop unique gifts, handmade goods, and fall-inspired treats
🦙 Llama Photo Op – Snap a fun pic with their furry guest star
🎶 Live Music – Toe-tapping tunes while you browse and play
🥧 Pie Walk – Fun (and funny) fall-themed surprises
🎲 Games for All Ages – Classic games & activities for kids and adults
🎁 Giveaways – Prizes from Hughes Plant Farm & local businesses
🎨 And so much more!
Great Pumpkin Roll
Saturday, October 4
Uh, what’s a Pumpkin Roll? It’s not the dessert—it’s an exciting fall event where pumpkins race downhill for prizes and bragging rights! Gather the family for this fun, quirky tradition in downtown Longview.
⏰ Time: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Center Street, Longview (between Highway 80 and Tyler Street)
💵 Admission: FREE to watch
🎟️ Participation
$2 per roll
Pumpkins not included—bring your own OR purchase at the event (limited supply available)
Anyone can roll a pumpkin!
🏆 Prizes: Up to $500 for farthest rolls or hitting targets
🍂 Other Activities
🥧 Pie eating contest
🎨 Lil’ pumpkin coloring contest
🌽 Maze & yard games
🚗 Car show
🛍️ Vendors
ROSE CITY AIRFEST
Saturday, October 4 & Sunday, October 5
If your crew loves planes, loud engines, skydivers, and edge-of-your-seat excitement, then mark your calendars for Rose City Airfest, one of the most thrilling events happening in East Texas this fall!
This two-day event is packed with military and stunt aircraft, static displays, and aerial performances that will leave your whole family wide-eyed and amazed.
🕘 Schedule of Events (Saturday & Sunday):
9:00 AM – Parking opens
10:00 AM – Gates open
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM – Get up close with the aircraft during static displays
1:00 PM – The airshow begins!
🎟️ Ticket Info
Adults (13+): $35.02
Youth (6–12): $8.24
Kids 5 & under: FREE!
🚁 Featured Performers Include:
You’ll see legendary planes and jaw-dropping performances from:
🛩️ P-51 Mustang (Jack Aces)
💥 MiG-17 (Randy Ball)
🚁 AH-64 Apache
🪂 ReMax Skydiving Team
🎯 KC Flight Team
🌪️ Vertigo Airshows
✈️ B-25 Devil Dog
✨ Mini-Jet Airshows
…and many more.
📍 13974 Hwy 64 West, Tyler, TX
Annual FAll Festival - Breedlove Nursery
📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025
Celebrate the season surrounded by beautiful display gardens and plenty of family fun at Breedlove Nursery’s Fall Festival. This event is free for all ages and filled with cozy fall vibes and inspiration.
⏰ Time: 9:00am – TBD
📍 Location: Breedlove Nursery, Tyler, TX
💵 Admission: FREE
🍂 What to Expect
🚜 Hayrides through the nursery
🎨 Kids’ craft station
☕ Coffee to sip while you stroll
🍔 Food vendors serving festival bites
🌾 Stunning fall displays in the nursery’s gardens to inspire your seasonal décor
WINNSBORO AUTUMN TRAILS FESTIVAL -
A whole month of family-centered fall magic awaits in Winnsboro this October!
📍 Location: Winnsboro, TX
Week 1 – Sat, Oct. 4
🚜 Antique Tractor Pull
🏃 5K Run
🦶 “.05K” Fun Run (just 165 feet—cute, right?)
👑 Little Miss & Miss Autumn Trails Pageant
Week 2 – Sat, Oct. 11
🤠 Youth Rodeo
🐴 Just Believe Western Playground (fun hands-on ranch-life learning for kids)
Week 3 – Oct. 17–18
🐎 Friday, Oct. 17 –
Trail Riders Welcome Parade (horses, mules, wagons through charming downtown)
🎲 Saturday, Oct. 18 –
42 Tournament (the “national domino game of Texas”)
🏇 Mule Rodeo (think barrels, games & family-friendly action)
🥧 Pie Eating Contest
Plus: Trail Ride Saturday — scenic countryside ride, about 16 miles
Week 4 – Thu, Oct. 23 – Sun, Oct. 26
- Thursday & Friday & Saturday October 23-25-
🛍 Trades Days & Swap Meet (market-style browsing & treasures)
- Saturday October 25-
🚗 Antique & Classic Car Parade (vintage car charm rolling through town)
🎨 Arts & Crafts Show
🌶 Lone Star Pepper Palooza (spicy fun and challenge!)
🚙 Classic Car Show (Depot parking lot, prizes—$10 entry)
👗 Fashion Through the Eras Exhibit
🧔 Beard & Mustache Contest (quirky and festive!)
🔥 Model A Club BBQ (classic cars, classic dinner—yes, please!)
- Sunday, Oct. 26 –
Model A Tour: scenic cruise through East Texas’ Piney Woods (meets at Trails Country Motel, leaves by 9 a.m.)
CHANDLER POW WOW
📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025
📍 Location: Winchester Park, Chandler, TX
👨👩👧👦 Admission: Free to attend
If you’re looking for a classic East Texas community celebration, the Chandler Pow Wow is a can’t-miss fall tradition! Held every year on the second Saturday of October, this beloved event has been bringing families together since 1988.
Here’s what makes it so special:
🎨 Over 100 booths featuring handmade goods, artisan crafts, and local vendors
🍔 Delicious food from local favorites
🛍️ Unique shopping opportunities
🎭 Live performances and interactive activities for all ages
🚗 A creative parade with custom floats
📚 Booths with helpful community resources and info
Come to shop, eat, dance, or just enjoy the community vibes, the Chandler Pow Wow is a beautiful way to make fall memories with your family.
COUNTRYFEST
📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025
Celebrate small-town charm at the 40th Annual CountryFest in downtown Lindale! With live entertainment, races, shopping, food, and fun for the kids, this is a fall event the whole family can enjoy.
📍 Location: Picker’s Pavilion at Blackberry Square, Downtown Lindale, TX
🕒 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
💵 Admission: FREE entry
What to Expect:
🏃♂️ 12th Annual Harvest Hustle 5K & Kids 1K Race – starts at 8:30 a.m. by the Cannery Stage
🎶 Live entertainment on the Cannery Stage throughout the day
🎡 Free kids’ activities (thanks to local sponsors)
🚗 Car show
🍔 Local food vendors & delicious festival eats
🛍 Shopping with local businesses & artisans
🔨 Kiwanis live & silent auction
🎤 Community fun and entertainment all day
YAMBOREE
October 15–18, 2025
A beloved East Texas tradition, the Yamboree brings parades, pie, fiddles, and a whole lot of family fun to Gilmer every October.
📍 Location: Downtown Gilmer, TX (Courthouse Square & surrounding areas)
💵 Cost: Free admission to most events;
carnival rides/games:
- Wednesday, October 15, 2025 – 1/2 price rides – No wristband available only tickets.
- Thursday, October 16,2025- $25 Unlimited rides all day- Wristband or tickets
- Friday & Saturday, October 17-18, 2025- Wristbands before 5pm are $30 Unlimited rides good until closing
- Wristbands after 5pm are $35 Unlimited rides good until closing.
🎠 Carnival Hours: Opens Wednesday at 12:00 p.m. and runs daily through Saturday night
📅 Event Timeline
Wednesday, Oct. 15
🎡 12:00 p.m. – Carnival Opens (Courthouse Square)
Thursday, Oct. 16
🎡 12:00 p.m. – Carnival Continues
💃 8:30 p.m. – Downtown Street Dance
Friday, Oct. 17
🥧 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. – Yam Pie Contest Entries Due (Exhibit Building)
🥧 12:00 p.m. – Yam Pie Contest Judging Begins
🥇 3:00 p.m. – Yam Pie Contest Winners Announced
🎉 Daytime – School & Youth Parade
🎡 12:00 p.m. – Carnival Continues
💃 8:30 p.m. – Downtown Street Dance
Saturday, Oct. 18
🎻 10:00 a.m. – Fiddler’s Contest Registration (Courthouse Square Bandstand)
🎡 12:00 p.m. – Carnival Continues
🎻 1:00 p.m. – Fiddler’s Contest
👑 Daytime – Queen’s Parade
💃 8:30 p.m. – Downtown Street Dance
For more events check their WEBSITE
PUMPKIN GLOW
📅 Thursday, October 17, 2025
📍 Location: Ellis Home And Garden
3110 Eastman Road, Longview, TX
🕒 Time: 2:30 p.m. – Close
Get ready for an evening of glowing pumpkins, festive fun, and family-friendly activities at Pumpkin Glow
What to Expect:
🌾 Hay bale maze
🎃 Pumpkin patch
📸 Fall & pumpkin-themed photo ops
🏠 Pumpkin house
🎶 Special music & entertainment
NatureFest
📅 Friday, October 17 – Saturday, October 18, 2025
📍 Location: Mineola Nature Preserve, 1860 Co Rd 2724, Mineola, TX
📅 Dates: Friday, October 17 – Saturday, October 18, 2025
💵 Admission: FREE
Enjoy a full weekend of outdoor fun at the beautiful Mineola Nature Preserve. This free, family-friendly event is packed with nature walks, wildlife exhibits, hands-on activities, and plenty of kid-friendly adventures.
🎶 Friday Night Fun – October 17
⏰ Evening Activities:
🌭 6:00 PM – Hot dogs & s’mores at the campfire
🔥 6:30 PM – Campfire stories with Dr. Marshall Purvis, Choctaw Native
🎬 7:15 PM – Outdoor Movie & Popcorn with Mineola Select Theater
🌞 Saturday Events – October 18
⏰ Scheduled from 8:15 AM – 3:00 PM
🐾 The Creature Teacher
🦅 Blackland Prairie Raptors
🧘 Outdoor Yoga & Meditation
👟 Birding Hike
🎃 Pumpkins in the POP Garden
💃 Hoop Dancer Performance
🔥 Tribe of Tejas Ceremony
🌳 All-Day Family Fun
👮 Texas Game Warden demos
🌿 Nature Preserve Tours
🪵 Wood carving demonstration
📸 Nature photography & tree identification walk
🏹 Native American history & traditions
🌼 Wildscape gardening
🐝 Learn about bees
🎯 Pump Jaxe Mobile Axe Throwing
🐴 Pony rides
🏰 Inflatable maze
🔫 Laser tag
🛍️ Vendor booths
🍔 Food trucks
…and so much more!
Sorelle Farms Fall Festival
📅 October 18
🕙 10 AM – 4 PM
💵 Free Entry
📍 975 CR 2220, Mineola, TX
👧🐴 Pony rides, hayrides, petting zoo
🥧 Pie baking competition
🎣 Kids fishing competition
🌾 Farmers market & vendor shopping
🎶 Live music & games
🎨 Face painting & crafts
🍔 Food trucks + more family fun!
✨ Mark your calendars for this free day of fall family fun!
Family Fall Festival at Eagle’s Nest Mini Golf
📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
📍 Location:
602 E. Coke Rd, Winnsboro, TX
🌐 Website: eaglesnestminigolf.com
🎟️ Admission
6–59 Years: $7
3–5 Years: $5
2 Years & Under: FREE
Seniors (60+): $6
Military (Active or Retired): $6
🍂 Activities Included
⛳ One round of mini golf
🎯 Fall-themed games
🎨 Crafts
🎃 Pumpkin painting (BYOP – Bring Your Own Pumpkin)
👩🎨 Face painting
🥏 Corn hole
Fall in Love with Jacksonville
📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Historic Downtown Jacksonville, TX
💵 Admission: FREE
Hosted by the Jacksonville Community Arts Alliance, this day-long festival invites you to enjoy downtown Jacksonville with art, shopping, live music, and plenty of family fun.
🍂 What to Expect
🎃 Pumpkin Wonderland
🛍️ Local shopping & unique boutiques
🎨 Art Walk featuring vibrant artists
🎶 Music showcases & outdoor concert
👧 Kids’ art show & fall fun for kids
🍔 Restaurant & bar crawl with local favorites
TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL
📅 October 18 and 19, 2025
Fall in East Texas wouldn’t be complete without the iconic Tyler Rose Festival. It’s a beautiful celebration of blooms, tradition, and community.
– Rose Parade
📅 Date: Saturday, October 18
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium, Tyler
🎟️ Admission:
Street seating is FREE
Stadium seating is $10 per person
This beloved event features more than 130 parade entries including:
👑 The Rose Queen and her court
🎺 High school bands
🚗 Classic car clubs
💃 Dance teams
🎓 Local school groups
🎩 Shriners and dignitaries
It’s a beautiful way to kick off a full weekend of Rose Festival fun.
– Rose Festival Arts & Crafts Fair
📅 Dates:
Saturday, October 18 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday, October 19 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Bergfeld Park, Tyler
🎟️ Admission: FREE
Bring your shopping bags and browse more than 70 booths filled with handmade items, art, seasonal gifts, and unique finds. It’s a great place to support local makers and get a jump on holiday shopping.
– The Queen’s Tea
📅 Date: Saturday, October 18
⏰ Time: 1:00 to 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Tyler Municipal Rose Garden
🎟️ Admission: FREE
Meet the Rose Queen and her Court in their full coronation costumes during this elegant and family-friendly event. The Queen’s Tea is hosted by the Queen’s family and the Texas Rose Festival and takes place right in the heart of the blooming 14-acre Tyler Rose Garden. It’s the perfect place to snap a photo and soak in the beauty of East Texas in the fall.
Bob Wells Nursery - Fall Festival
📅 Saturday, October 18
🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 975 CR 2220, Mineola, TX
💵 FREE Admission
🍂 What to Expect:
🚜 Hay rides for the family
🎨 Kids games & crafts
🐴 Pony rides ($)
🎁 Door prizes
🍔 Food trucks for lunch ($)
🎶 Live music
🛍️ Vendors & artisans
🎃 Pumpkins & fall plants available for purchase ($)
🌱 Succulent bar ($)
📸 Photo Credit: Bob Wells Nursery
Golden sweet Potato Festival
📅 Tuesday, October 21 – Saturday, October 25, 2025
📍 Location: Downtown Golden, TX
💵 Cost: Most events are free; some activities may require tickets or registration
Celebrate fall in the Sweet Potato Capital of the World! The Golden Sweet Potato Festival is a week-long tradition filled with small-town charm, family fun, and community
Festival Schedule & Highlights
Tuesday, Oct. 21
👑 “Sweet Potato Festival Littles” Pageants – Adorable pint-sized contestants take the stage under the Pavilion.
Wednesday, Oct. 22
🎶 Community Church Service & Gospel Music – An evening of fellowship and praise under the Pavilion.
Thursday, Oct. 23
👑 Sweet Potato Pageants – Crowning of this year’s festival royalty.
Friday, Oct. 24
🐑 Mutton Bustin’ – Registration at 5:00 p.m., ride at 6:00 p.m.
🎶 Gospel Night – Live inspirational music under the Pavilion.
Saturday, Oct. 25
🏃♀️ 5K Fun Run – Kick off the day with a run for all ages.
🎉 Parade – Lineup at 9:00 a.m., parade rolls at 10:00 a.m. through downtown Golden.
Fall at the Farm
📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025
📍 Location: Lottie Bug Farms, 3385 S FM-14, Hawkins, TX
🕒 Time: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
💵 Cost: Free admission & parking
Activities Include:
🚜 Hayrides
🎨 Paint & Take Ceramics
🛍 Local Vendor Booths
🎈 Bounce House
🍂 Seasonal Crafts
Prowl-O-Ween
📅 Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
📍 Location: Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary, Tyler, TX
17552 FM 14, Tyler, TX
🕒 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
💵 Tickets: On sale starting September 1, 2025
Join us for a ROAR-ing good time at Tiger Creek’s Prowl-O-Ween—a Halloween event perfect for animal lovers and Halloween enthusiasts alike! Enjoy a fun-filled day with exciting vendors, delicious treats, crafts, and of course, the chance to see Tiger Creek’s magnificent big cats up close.
💵 Admissions:
Adults (13-64): $20
Seniors (65+): $18
Kids (6-12): $16
Kids 5 and under: FREE
Tickets are limited and must be purchased online in advance.
What to Expect:
🍬 Trick-or-treating along scenic park paths
🐅 Meet rescued big cats and other exotic animals
🎤 Keeper talks and animal education sessions
🛍 Local vendor booths
🎯 Themed activities for all ages
👻 Costumes encouraged!
Fall Feral Hog Festival
Friday, October 24 – Saturday, October 25, 2025
Location: The Forge (Friday) & The Picking Porch (behind the Fire Department) (Saturday)
Admission: FREE
This year’s Annual Fall Feral Hog Festival is back with a hilarious theme: “Sow Wars – The PorK Awakening.” It’s a two-day celebration packed with music, food, a cookoff, parades, and fun for the whole family.
Friday, October 24
Pageant- Live music at The Forge
Feral Hog Cookers begin cooking for the weekend cookoff
Saturday, October 25 – Festival Day
The Picking Porch (behind the Fire Dept.)
Parade kicks off at 11:00 a.m.
Local vendors with crafts, food, and unique finds
Live music throughout the day
Cookoff with plenty of tasty samples
Kid Zone Fun
Games & prizes
Clown entertainment
Petting zoo
Bounce houses
…and more!
Boo at the Zoo- Caldwell Zoo
📅 Saturday, October 26th & Sunday, October 27th
🕒 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Get ready for a spooktacular weekend of family-friendly fun at the Caldwell Zoo’s “Boo in the Zoo!” This Halloween event promises games, treats, and surprises for kids of all ages. It’s the perfect opportunity to dress up in your favorite costumes and enjoy a magical, spooky adventure with your family.
💵 Admission: Regular zoo admission applies
General Admission (ages 13–54): $19.99
Children (ages 3–12): $14.99
Children 2 & under: Free
Seniors (ages 55+): $17.99
What to Expect:
🎯 Spooky games and activities for kids
🍬 Trick-or-treating stations with yummy goodies
🎉 Festive surprises throughout the zoo
👻 Costume parade – don’t forget your Halloween best!
✨ Pro Mom Tip: Bring the kids early so you have time to enjoy the animals and the Halloween activities. Trick-or-treat bags are a must, and comfy walking shoes will help you explore the whole zoo without missing a thing!
Festival of Pumpkins
📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Downtown Paris, TX
💵 Admission: FREE
🍂 What to Expect
🎨 Great Pumpkin Decorating Contest
🐾 LCHA Pet Pageant
👻 Costume Contest for Kids
🎲 Free kids’ games
🎃 Downtown pumpkin patch
🎣 Fishing in the fountain
🏰 Bounce houses
🛍️ Fabulous vendors, concessionaires & restaurants
💰 Festival savings in downtown stores
🎶 Live Music Schedule
Movies in the park
Looking for a cozy (and free!) way to enjoy a family night out this fall? The City of Tyler Parks and Recreation is bringing back their Movies in the Park Series, and you’re invited! Pack up your blanket, lawn chairs, and your favorite people for a magical movie night under the stars.
📍 Locations: Bergfeld Park & Tyler Rose Garden
💵 Cost: FREE admission for all ages
🕖 Movie Start Time: 7:00 p.m.
2025 Fall/Winter Movie Schedule:
Saturday, Nov. 8 – Despicable Me 4 at Bergfeld Park
Saturday, Nov. 15 – The Wild Robot at Bergfeld Park
Saturday, Nov. 22 – Mufasa: The Lion King at Bergfeld Park
Saturday, Dec. 6 – How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Tyler Rose Garden
✨ Pro Mom Tip: Arrive early to grab a good spot, let the kids play at the park before the movie starts, and don’t forget snacks and cozy blankets for those cooler evenings!
East Texas Arboretum - Fall Festival
COMING SOON
DODSON FARM - Pumpkin Patch
COMING SOON
FALL EVENTS OUTSIDE THE 903 AREA
BUT ARE WORTH THE DRIVE
PUMPKIN NIGHT
📅 September 19 – November 3 2025
📍 Location: Arlington, TX
Howell Farms: 4016 West Division Street
🕒 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Admission:
🎟 Tickets on Sale: August 28, 2025
🎟 Early Bird Tickets (Sept. 19 – Oct. 3)
🧑 Adult (13+): $16 – $22
👧 Little (ages 4–12): $12 – $18
🍼 Ages 3 & under: Free
Pricing based on availability
📅 Weekday Tickets
🧑 Adult (13+): $20 – $22
👧 Little (ages 4–12): $15 – $17
🍼 Ages 3 & under: Free
Pricing based on availability
📅 Weekend Tickets
🧑 Adult (13+): $30 – $32
👧 Little (ages 4–12): $20 – $22
🍼 Ages 3 & under: Free
Pricing based on availability
👥 Group Tickets
Groups of 10+ receive a 10% discount (must purchase online in advance).
What to Expect:
🏮 Half-mile walking path through themed pumpkin lands, including:
🏯 The Forbidden City
🏴☠️ Pirate’s Cove
✨ …and more magical displays
🎯 Festival area The Village with:
Live entertainment
Games & activities
Important Notes:
🎫 Tickets are non-refundable.
⏳ $5 fee (per ticket) to change entry dates/times; must request at least 48 hours before your original time slot.
🚫 Tickets cannot be transferred to a sold-out night.
✨ Pro Mom Tip: Go during the early bird dates for the best price and lighter crowds. Bring a camera for magical night photos, and if you’re bringing little ones, the path is stroller-friendly.
Dallas Arboretum - Autumn at the Arboretum
📅 September 20 – November 2
🕘 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 8525 Garland Road, Dallas, Texas 75218
🔗 Get Tickets Here
🎟 Admission:
Adult: $22.00
Child (ages 2–12): $18.00
- Child under 2: Free
**Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden admission is now included in your general admission.
The Dallas Arboretum is part of the Museum For All Program. Patrons with SNAP or WIC get reduced tickets. More details HERE
🍂 What to Expect:
Step into a vibrant fall celebration at the Dallas Arboretum, where over 100,000 pumpkins, gourds, and squash create a breathtaking backdrop. This year’s theme, ¡Mundo México!, reimagines seven iconic regions of Mexico through stunning gourd artistry. The heart of the festival is Pumpkin Village, featuring monumental sculptures crafted by world-renowned Oaxacan artists Jacobo and María Ángeles.
STATE FAIR OF TEXAS
📅 September 26 – October 19, 2025
📍 Location: Fair Park, 3809 Grand Ave., Dallas, TX
🕘 Hours:
Mon–Thu & Sun: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (gates open 9:00 a.m.)
Fri–Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
💵 Tickets:
🎟 Daily Admission: ~$19–$29 (varies by day)
🔁 FLEX Ticket: ~$29 (use any one day)
What to Expect:
🤠 Big Tex welcome & daily “Howdy”
🍗 Fair food frenzy (Big Tex Choice Awards favorites + deep-fried treats)
🎶 Live music on multiple stages (country, Tejano, pop & more)
🏈 Football classics: Red River Rivalry & State Fair Classic
🎠 Rides & attractions: Texas Star Ferris wheel, Texas Skyway
🐐 Kid fun: petting zoo, barnyard, story time & shows
🎉 Parades & light shows daily
✨ Pro Mom Tip: Go weekday morning for lighter crowds. Load up a coupon card early, share those giant treats, and end with a Texas Star ride for sunset photos. Comfy shoes, sunscreen, and a stroller for littles make the day smooth!
Here’s another event!!
October 26th 10-2pm at Whitehouse First Assembly is our Annual Fall vender market. Free entry. Indoors. Lots of homemade items! I have a small flyer
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Here’s another event;
East Texas Yamboree in Gilmer Texas from October 14th to October 19th. There’s free entry but it cost money for going on rides, and there are food vendors.
Here’s the website of full schedule – https://yamboree.com/full-schedule-of-events/
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