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Fall brings out all the fairs and festivals!! and they are a great way to spend time with your family. I have complied a list here of all the fall events I could find as on September 1, 2024.
If you know of any other fall events happening around Tyler, please write the details in the comments, and I will add it to this list. Thank you.
These events are listed in chronological order.
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YEASTERLAND FARM
September 14 – November 3
Times:
Sept: Sat/Sun: 10am – 7pm
Sept. 28: 10am – 10pm
Oct: Fri/Sat: 10am – 10pm | Sun: 10am – 7pm
Nov: Fri/Sat: 10am – 10pm | Sun: 10am – 6pm
Spooktacular Nights:
Sept. 28: Dark – 10pm
Oct: Every Fri/Sat: Dark – 10pm
Nov: Fri/Sat: Dark – 10pm
Admission:
Sale: $17.95 | Gate $34.95
Attractions:
Pumpkin patch
Corn Maze
Fireworks (select nights)
Pig Races
Animal feeding $
Carnival rides
Apple Cannons $
Large Slides
Swings
Paintball $
Photo Ops
U-Pick sunflowers & Zinnias $
Canton TX
EAST TEXAS STATE FAIR
September 20-29
Carnival Opening Times
Monday – Friday……… 4:00 pm
Saturday – Sunday……12:00 pm
Food Row opens daily at 10:00am
At an all-new location for the 2024 season. The location is different, but they’re excited to bring you the same great food, shopping, rides, and adventure!
Fair Admission
Adult (ages 13+)…………………………$12.00
Youth (ages 5-12)….……………..……..$6.00
Children (under 5)……………………….FREE
Carnival Wristbands
Unlimited Ride Wristband…………$37
Since this is a new location I don’t know have many tips. Other than my usual get there early and go on a weeknight if possible. If you have kids that want to ride the rides, the wristband is worth it!
What’s your favorite carnival ride?
I love the Farris wheel!
What’s your favorite fair food?
I love the cotton candy!
Tyler TX
E5 FAMILY FARM
September 28 – October 30
Times:
Saturday 10:00 – 7:00
Sunday 1:00 – 5:00
Admission:
$12/ person
Attractions:
Hay Ride
Livestock Petting Tent
Sunflower Fields
U-Cut Flower $
U-Pick Pumpkin Patch $
Photo Props
Cow Train $
Buffalo Cannon $
Duck Races
Tire Mountain
Tug-O-War
Wheel Barrel Races
Hay Playground
Friendly Fire $
Water-fowl Paint Shooting
And Much Much Much More!
$ – extra cost
Photo Credit: E5 Family Farm
Henderson TX
PINEY PARK
September 28 – October 29
This is our favorite festival to visit during the fall. We love all the fun activities they offer and appreciate that everything is included in the price of admission. The spooky trail is so much fun to walk through, with all the seasonal decorations. I recommend getting there early to enjoy the activities while it’s still light out, then entering the trail once it gets dark.
Grab some Halloween holographic glasses from Amazon to enhance the festivities.
Time:
OPEN:
Tues-Fri: 5:00PM – 9:00PM
Sat: 10:00AM – 9:00PM
Trick-or-Treating:
October 14, 21, 28: 11:00AM & 5:00PM
Admission:
3 years and older
Opening Weekend…………………….. $7.99/person
Discounted Admission……………………..$11.99/person
Regular Admission……………………..$14.99/person
Attractions:
Stroll through our family-friendly spooky trail,
pick out your favorite pumpkin from the pumpkin patch,
eat dinner and sweets at the food trucks,
jumbo jumpers,
barrel train rides,
Piney Peak slides,
shooting cannons,
a game area,
and more!
All attractions are included in your admission!
Marshall TX
IRON HORSE HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Saturday, September 28
10:00am – 4:00pm
Attractions:
Food – pancake breakfast
children activities
artisan vendors
weenie dog races
watermelon eating contest
pie baking contest
live music
Mineola TX
CALIE’S ACRES
October 1 – 31
Times:
Saturday 9:00 – 5:00
Sunday 1:00 – 5:00
Admissions:
$10/person
Attractions:
Pumpkin patch
hey ride
photo ops in pumpkin patch
Sunflower field
jumping pad (sock required)
Paint a pumpkin $
Gemstone mining $
Baarrel Train
Spider web
$ – extra cost
Photo Credit: Calie’s Acres
Gilmer TX
BLUEBERRY RIDGE FARM
October 1 – November 9
Times:
Thursday 1:00 – 4:00
Friday 1:00 – 4:00
Saturday 9:00 – 6:00
Sunday 2:00 – 6 :00
Admission:
$5/person Admission Fee
includes a hayride only
$10/person (includes admission fee plus all activities)
Pumpkins cost extra
Attractions:
Hayride
Pumpkin Decorating
Scavenger Hunt
Dress a Scarecrow
Rodeo Games
Corn Hole
Sack Races
Ring Toss
Ball Toss
Petting Animals
Play Catch
Obstacle Course
Pick a Pumpkin $
$ – extra cost
Photo Credit: Blueberry Ridge Farm
Mineola TX
GREAT HARVEST FARM
October 4 – November 3
DATE:
Friday 10am to 7pm
Saturday 10am to 7pm
Sunday 12pm to 7pm
Admission:
$7
Attractions:
Pumpkin Painting
Pumpkin patch
Hay rides
Camp fires
Photo Credit: Great Harvest Farm
Montalba TX
Movies in the park
October 5
7:00pm
Hocus Pocus
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a free outdoor movie!
**In the event of severe weather, movies will be rescheduled to the next available Friday.
Bergfeld Park
1510 S College Ave Tyler TX
BOO AT THE ZOO -
BUSY B RANCH
Saturday, October 5 – 26
Date: Every Saturday night in October 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Admission:
Kids (2-12 years old): $20
Adults: $25
Kids under 2: Free (must remain in your lap during the trailer tour)
TICKETS
Tickets go on sale September 1st, 2024.
Only 60 tickets available per night!
Call 903-665-4093 to purchase your tickets in advance.
What to Expect:
– Trick-or-Treat with over 600 exotic animals throughout the Walk-Thru Zoo, Petting Zoo, and Drive-Thru Zoo.
– Covered trailer ride for a relaxing and fun-filled evening for the whole family.
— Hands-on experiences with animals throughout the zoo
-The 1st annual pumpkin patch is here to get you in the Fall spirit!
– Free feed for the animals is included with your ticket for both the trailer ride and the petting zoo.
– Best kid’s costume wins a free kid’s admission and a goodie bag for their next visit.
Busy B Ranch Wildlife Park
1100 W Prospect Rd,
Jefferson, TX 75657
Great Pumpkin Roll
Saturday, October 5
3:00p – 6:00p
Uh, what is a Pumpkin Roll? It’s not the delicious dessert, but it is a really fun event. As Autumn arrives to East Texas, it’s time to roll your pumpkins down the hill for up to $500 in prizes. Prizes will be given for the farthest rolls or hitting targets.
FREE to watch
$2 per roll, pumpkins are not included. Bring your own pumpkin or buy at the event (limited supply available). Anyone can roll a pumpkin
Stay for the other fun activities:
Pie eating contest
lil’ pumpkin coloring contest
Maze, yard games, & vendors
Car show
Longview on Center Street, between Highway 80 and Tyler Street
ROSE CITY AIRFEST
Saturday, October 5
10:00 am – Gates Open
3:00 pm – Airshow Begins
Ticket prices:
Adult General Admission is $35 pre-purchased/$40 day of event
Child General Admission Ticket (6-12 yrs old)-$5
Children (5 & Under)-Free
Reserve seating ticket is $55.00
VIP Seating-$150
What to Expect:
At the air show, you’ll be dazzled by daring dive teams, stunt pilots performing jaw-dropping tricks, and synchronized flying demonstrations by fighter wings. The sky will come alive with acrobatics, precision flying, and thrilling displays of aerial skill.
For an up-close experience, some shows even offer the chance to book a flight on select planes. It’s an exhilarating day for aviation enthusiasts and families alike!
** By attending the Rose City Airfest, you support CampV, a nonprofit organization that serves the needs of East Texas Veterans, Military Personnel, and their families.
Tyler TX
FAll Festival -lovebreed nursery
Saturday, October 5
9:00am – noon
FREE
Attraction:
Hayrides,
pumpkin Painting
Fall flower inspiration
scavenger Hunt
Photo Ops
Corn Hole
Breed Love Nursery and landscape
111576 HWY 64W
Tyler YX
AUTUMN TRAILS FESTIVAL - Tractor Pull
Saturday, October 5
10:00am
FREE
Attraction:
This is adrenaline-fueled competitions using tuned-up tractors to pull a weight transfer sledge along a 100m track. The furthest distance pulled, is the winner.
Photo Credit: google
Winnona TX
YAMBOREE
October 16-19
The Yamboree is a multi-day festival in Gilmer, Tx, celebrating the region’s rich yam-growing history.
See SCHEDULE for all the fun events
What to expect:
It features live music,
parades,
livestock shows,
a carnival,
a fiddler’s contest,
a barn dance,
and much more.
Free for most events, but some require ticket purchases
Wednesday, October 16 starting at 6 p.m. is Carnival/Youth Night –
All rides ½ price til midnight.
Gilmer TX
Family History Conference
Saturday, October 12
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
It’s perfect for anyone passionate about family history and genealogy.
Admission:
FREE
Please register online to help prepare for the number of attendees.
**Some workshops do have a fee**
What to Expect:
Keynote Speaker at 9:00 AM: Jim Thornhill, former President of the Dallas Genealogical Society and professional genealogist.
Special Guest Speaker at 1:00 PM: Lynne Jackson, great-great-granddaughter of Dred and Harriet Scott. She will share her family’s incredible legacy.
Breakout sessions and hands-on workshops for all skill levels.
African American research sessions throughout the day.
Vendor booths and door prizes.
Food trucks on-site for a variety of delicious options!
Special Programs:
Junior Genealogist Program and Kid’s Korner for children ages 5-10.
Family History Ambassador Program for ages 11-18.
Four hands-on genealogy workshops available at $20 each.
WT Brookshires Conference Center
2000 W Front St, Tyler, TX
TEXAS ROSE FESTIVAL
Rose Parade
Saturday, October 19
9:00am parade begins
Admission:
Street seating FREE
Stadium seating $10
What to expect:
The parade hosts more than 130 parade entries with custom floats:
the Queen and her court,
bands,
car clubs,
dance teams,
school groups,
Shriners
and dignitaries.
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium
Tyler TX
ROSE FESTIVAL ARTS & CRAFtS FAIR
Saturday, October 19
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday October 20
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FREE
Come check out 70 booths offering homemade items for sale.
Bergfeld Bark Tyler TX
The Queens Tea
October 19th
1:00 to 3:00
FREE
The Tea is an opportunity to meet the Rose Queen and her Court in their full coronation costumes. It is traditionally hosted by the Queen’s family and the Texas Rose Festival.
It is an opportunity to showcase the 14-acre
Tyler Rose Garden all in bloom.
Tyler Municipal Rose Garden
Tyler TX
FALL FUN - LOCAL CAR WASH
Saturday, October 19
3:00pm-7:00pm
See the newest carwash in town- LOCAL Car Wash for an exciting day filled with magic and adventure!
FREE
What to Expect:
Meet and take photos with some of the most famous princesses and superheroes.
Don’t have costumes? No worries! Enjoy a cute fall-themed photo backdrop perfect for capturing memories.
Treats galore, including free pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies and candy.
Chance to win a free car wash.
Additional fun surprises for the whole family!
7671 S Broadway Avenue
Tyler TX
Bob Wells Nursery - Fall Festival
Saturday, October 19
10:00 – 4:00
FREE
What to expect:
Hay rides for the family
Kids games and crafts
Pony rides
Door Prizes
Food trucks for lunch
Live music
vendor & artisans
Pumpkins and fall plants available for purchase $
Succulent bar
$ – extra cost
Photo Credit: Bob Wells Nursery
Fall Market & Live music
Saturday October 19
10:00am – 2:00pm
Come and experience the Fall Market, a community event showcasing local vendors, delicious eats, and fun for the whole family!
FREE
What to Expect:
Local vendors like Emily Gibbons Jewelry, Pine and Rose Mercantile, Culture and Crust, and many more!
Food trucks from local eateries.
A dedicated play area for kids.
Refreshments available, including flights of mocktails, coffee, and smoothies from The Coco Bean.
Special promotions and sales at The Coco Bean’s Holistic Med-Spa.
The Coco Bean
7272 Crosswater , Tyler, TX
The Great Teal pumpkin festival
Saturday, October 26
4:00pm – 8:00pm
Join us for East Texas’ first-ever Top 9 Allergen-Friendly and Dye-Free Fall Festival! This exciting event is inspired by the Teal Pumpkin Project, offering families a safe and inclusive space for children with food allergies. No more saying “no, you can’t have that” this season—come trick-or-treat with allergen-friendly options!
FREE
What to Expect:
- Photo Booth
- Games
- Vendors offering allergen-free and dye-free treats
- Trick-or-Treating
- Costumes (Come dressed in your best!)
If you’re a business, doctor’s office, church, or individual and would like to set up a booth to pass out allergen-approved candy or donate, please contact [email protected].
The Teal Pumpkin Project:
Originating in Tennessee, this project encourages placing a teal pumpkin outside homes to signal allergen-friendly goodies for trick-or-treaters.
The Claremore
2447 Earl Campbell Pkwy, Tyler, TX
LOTTIE BUG FARM - Fall at the Farm
Saturday, October 26
2:00pm – 6:00pm
FREE
What to expect:
a hayride,
axe throwing $
paint + take ceramics,
a maze,
vendors,
and concessions. $
$ – extra cost
Photo Credit: Lottie Bug Farm
Hawkins TX
Prowl-O-Ween
at Tiger Creek
Saturday, October 26
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
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:
- Halloween-themed activities and vendor booths
- Tasty candy and snacks
- Unique crafts and products from local vendors
- A chance to meet Tiger Creek’s incredible big cats
- Costumes are encouraged! 🎃👻 Dress up in your spookiest or most creative attire.
Tiger Creek
Tyler TX
Boo at the Zoo-
Caldwell Zoo
Saturday, October 26th & Sunday, October 27th
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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 during Boo in the Zoo
General Admission (ages 13-54): $19.50
Children (ages 3-12): $14.50
Children 2 and under: Free
Seniors (ages 55+): $17.50
What to Expect:
- Spooky games and activities for kids
- Trick-or-treating stations with delicious goodies
- Festive surprises throughout the zoo
- A costume parade, so don’t forget to dress up!
East Texas Arboretum - Fall Festival
Saturday, October 26
10:00am – 3:00 pm
$10/car
Attraction:
The East Texas Arboretum has partnered up with local artists, vendors, bounce houses, games, and plant experts like the Henderson County Master Gardeners!
New this year is a spooky Trail of Terror put on by the Henderson County Performing Arts Council. It will be a Tricky Treat!
Food trucks will be available for additional purchases.
Photo Credit: East Texas Arboretum
Athens TX
DODSON FARM - Pumpkin Patch
October 1 – 31
Times:
Saturday & Sunday 10:00am – 6:00pm
$10/person
3 and under free
What to expect:
Hay ride to and from the pumpkin patch
face painting
kid games
barrel train
photo ops
pumpkin chunkin’
all included in the admission ticket
PLANTATION PINES - Fall on the farm
Opening day is September 28th, and the festival runs until they sell out!
Times:
Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sundays: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
FREE
What to expect:
pumpkins $
hayrides
small you pick flower patch $
play area
corn pit
duck water run
picnic tables
yard games
$ – extra cost
Tyler TX
PUMPKIN NIGHT
September 19 – October 31
6:00p – 11:00p
Admission:
Weekday Tickets
Adult (+13) ………………….. $20 – $22
Little (4-12) …………………. $15 – $17
3 & Under ………………….. Free
Weekend Tickets
Adult (+13) …………………..$28 – $30
Little (4-12) ………………….. $28 – $30
3 & Under ………………….. Free
(tickets go on sale August 30)
What to expect:
you will venture along a half-mile walking path, where you’ll discover:
the Forbidden City,
a Pirate’s Cove,
and more fantastical lands
built using over 5,000 hand-carved real and artificial pumpkins.
The celebration continues with entertainment and games in The Village, our festival area.
Arlington TX
PUMPKIN VILLAGE - Dallas Arboretum
September 21 – November 3
9:00am – 3:00pm
Admissions:
Adult ………….. $22.00
Senior (65+) ………….. $18.00
Child (2-12) ………….. $13.00
Child under 2 ………….. Free
What to expect:
The Dallas Arboretum is excited to once again share 100,000 pumpkins, gourds and squash, and 150,000 beautiful fall blooming plants throughout the garden.
This year, the Pumpkin Village will feature the theme “Texas Town,” taking visitors on a journey through Texas history completely made out of pumpkins.
Dallas TX
STATE FAIR OF TEXAS
September 27 – October 20
Times:
Sunday – Thursday ……………………. 10:00a – 9:00p
Friday – Saturday ……………………. 10:00a – 10:00p
Admission:
General …………. $15 – $25
Child (age 3 – 12) …………. $10 – $18
Child (under 2) …………. FREE
Senior (age 60 +) …………. $18
Senior 1/2 price ever Thursday
check out the discounted tickets
Attractions:
Food, food & more food
Fun shows
Concerts
Carnival and games
Rodeo
Animals
Art shows
Dallas TX
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
Thank you! I’ll look into it and add it to the list
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/
Thank you! I’ll add it to the list.