Fall in Central Florida means pumpkin patches, farm festivals, Oktoberfest celebrations, seasonal flavors, and outdoor adventures. If you’re planning a family day trip or looking for a festive night out with friends, this guide has everything you need to make the most of autumn near you.
Fall Festivals
Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival
When: Sept. 19 – Nov. 22 | amberbrookefarms.com
Where: 36111 County Road 44A, Eustis, FL 32736
Amber Brooke Farms’ 6th Annual Fall Festival brings ten weeks of fall fun to its Eustis farm, with pumpkins, corn mazes, flower fields, farm animals, tractor rides, jumping pillows, slides, and more. The festival runs on select dates from Sept. 19 through Nov. 22, with weekend hours generally running from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The farm also offers special activities throughout the season.
LEGOLAND Brick-or-Treat Monster Party
When: Sept. 5 – Oct. 31 | legoland.com/florida
Where: Winter Haven, Fl
For families with younger kids, LEGOLAND Florida Resort brings back Brick-or-Treat for 2026 with Halloween fun throughout the theme park. Families can enjoy trick-or-treating, LEGO Monster characters, seasonal entertainment, and the new Brick-or-Treat Street. The event takes place on select dates throughout September and October and is included with general theme park admission.
Southern Hill Farms Fall Festival
When: Sept. 26 – Nov. 22 | southernhillfarms.com
Where: 16651 Schofield Road, Clermont , FL
Spread across acres of rolling farmland in Clermont, this festival offers everything you could want in a classic autumn day: a 5-acre corn maze, petting zoo, an expansive pumpkin patch for picking, and a vibrant sunflower and zinnia field perfect for fall photos. Families can enjoy hayrides, a massive kids’ fun zone with slides and games, and live music on select Thursdays and Fridays through Sundays, plus Monday, Oct. 12. Adults will love the craft beer and seasonal food lineup, including the farm’s famous apple cider donuts and pumpkin spice treats.
Krush Brau Beer Garden
When: Sept. 19 – Nov. 1 | krushbrau.com
Where: Kissimmee, FL
If you’re craving Oktoberfest vibes, Krush Brau is the place. This open-air German beer garden serves authentic bratwurst, schnitzel, pretzels, and German beers on tap. Fall brings themed nights, live music, and extra Bavarian flair. Families are welcome; kids enjoy the food and festive setting while adults can sample seasonal brews under twinkling lights.
Great Scott Farms Fall Festival
When: Sept. 26 – Nov. 15 | visitgreatscott.com
Where: 26216 County Road 448A, Mount Dora, FL
Known for one of the largest corn mazes in the region, Great Scott Farms’ Fall Festival is a tradition for many families. The sprawling farm comes alive each autumn with pumpkin picking, hayrides, and interactive attractions like a giant jumping pillow, a castle playground, and farm games. For adults, food trucks and local vendors bring plenty of food, while evening “Flashlight Nights” in the corn maze add a spooky twist. It’s a full-day outing where kids burn energy outdoors, and adults soak in the festival atmosphere.
Club Lake Plantation Fall Festival
When: Sept. 26 – Nov. 1 | clublakeplantation.com
Where: 3403 Rock Springs Road, Apopka, FL
This hidden gem just north of Orlando is both a working wedding venue and a charming seasonal destination. The fall festival here includes a traditional pumpkin patch, hayrides around the property, and a toddler-friendly maze. Activities like barrel train rides, bounce pads, and giant slides keep kids entertained for hours. Adults will appreciate the shaded picnic spots, rustic setting, and chance to shop farm market goods.
Oktoberfest in Avalon Park
When: Oct. 9–10 | avalonparkorlando.com
Where: Downtown Avalon Park Orlando, 3801 Avalon Park Blvd. E., Orlando, FL 32828
Beer gardens, bratwurst, and Bavarian music make this neighborhood Oktoberfest a lively fall tradition. Adults can raise a stein of German beer, while kids enjoy carnival-style games, dancing, and cultural performances. It’s one of the most family-friendly Oktoberfests in the region, with a true community vibe.
Polk State College FallFest
When: Oct. 10, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. | https://www.polk.edu/fallfest/
Where: Polk State Winter Haven Campus, 999 Avenue H NE, Winter Haven, FL
A community staple for over 30 years, FallFest offers a mix of local crafts, food vendors, family activities, and live entertainment. It feels like a traditional county fair with a fall twist, drawing in locals for a day of browsing booths and enjoying performances. It’s perfect if you’re looking for a laid-back fall outing in the Polk County area.
Fall at Grande Lakes Festival
When: Oct. 17, 9 a.m. – Noon | visitcentralflorida.org
Where: Visit Central Florida Welcome Center, 101 Adventure Court, Davenport, FL 33837
The annual Fall Festival at the Visit Central Florida Welcome Center offers a free morning of trick-or-treating, face painting, arts and crafts, and seasonal vendors. The 2026 event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 17.
Fall Fiesta in the Park
When: Nov. 7–8, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | fiestainthepark.com
Where: Lake Eola Park, 512 E. Washington St., Orlando, FL 32801
Fall Fiesta in the Park returns to Lake Eola for its 55th annual celebration Nov. 7–8. The free event features hundreds of artists and crafters, food vendors, live entertainment, and a large kids’ play area. The event is family- and pet-friendly.
Farmers Markets
Fall is a great time to shop Central Florida’s local markets, with seasonal produce, baked goods, handmade products, and plenty of opportunities to spend a morning outdoors.
Winter Garden Farmers Market
When: Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Where: Downtown Pavilion, 104 S. Lakeview Ave., Winter Garden, FL 34787
The Winter Garden Farmers Market takes place every Saturday year-round and features more than 100 vendors offering fresh produce, artisan goods, flowers, baked goods, pet items, and more.
Orlando Farmers Market
When: Every Sunday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Lake Eola Park, corner of E. Central Blvd. and E. Eola Drive, Orlando, FL
The Orlando Farmers Market brings together food vendors, artisans, plants, baked goods, gifts and more every Sunday at Lake Eola Park. The market is also dog-friendly.
Clermont Farmers Market
When: Every Sunday, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Where: Montrose Street Historic District, 691 W. Montrose St., Clermont, FL 34711
The Clermont Farmers Market offers fresh produce, flowers, baked goods, local honey, handmade products and more in downtown Clermont. The market operates year-round on Sundays.
Winter Park Farmers Market
When: Every Saturday, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Where: Central Park West Meadow, corner of New York Avenue and Morse Boulevard, Winter Park, FL
Winter Park’s Saturday Farmers Market features produce, plants, baked goods and other local products. The market is held every Saturday morning, although it occasionally relocates for major downtown events.
Sanford Farmers Market
When: Every Saturday
Where: Magnolia Square, Downtown Sanford
The Marketplace on Magnolia takes place every Saturday in historic downtown Sanford, featuring local vendors, baked goods, arts and crafts, home décor, festive foods and produce.
Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes
There’s nothing more “fall” than picking out your own pumpkin or wandering through a corn maze. Central Florida has plenty of family-friendly farms where you can make a day of it.
Great Scott Farms Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch
When: Sept. 26 – Nov. 15
Where: 26216 County Road 448A, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Great Scott Farms’ fall festival includes its popular corn maze and pumpkin patch, along with hayrides, farm activities, a jumping pillow, playground and other seasonal attractions.
Southern Hill Farms Pumpkin Patch & Maze
When: Sept. 26 – Nov. 22 on select dates
Where: 16651 Schofield Road, Clermont, FL
Southern Hill Farms combines pumpkin picking with its annual fall festival, including a 5-acre corn maze, flowers, a petting zoo, carnival rides and seasonal food.
Amber Brooke Farms
When: Sept. 19 – Nov. 22 on select dates
Where: 36111 County Road 44A, Eustis, FL 32736
Amber Brooke Farms offers pumpkins, fall-themed activities, flower fields, farm animals, mazes and plenty of family-friendly attractions throughout its fall season.
Club Lake Plantation
When: Sept. 26 – Nov. 1
Where: 3403 Rock Springs Road, Apopka, FL 32712
Club Lake Plantation’s fall season features a pumpkin patch, corn maze, toddler maze, hayrides and other activities for families.
Fall in Florida might not bring crisp air and changing leaves, but it offers something uniquely seasonal: sunny days filled with community events, farm traditions and outdoor fun. Grab your family, friends or partner and make the most of the fall season around Central Florida.
