Hi friends,
We know that all seasons are beautiful, but there is just something about fall that really gets us going. It gives us a chance to reconnect with friends and family through holidays like Halloween and Thanksgiving. Also, during the fall season, there are plenty of fun things to do in Houston with kids! You can take them to a local farm or visit a farmers' market, go on a hike or play at the park, or attend one of the city's many kid-friendly festivals or events.
So, whether you’re looking for the best place to roast marshmallows, carve pumpkins, or simply enjoy the great outdoors this autumn, we’re here to help with some great fall activities and places you can visit during the season!
Drive through the Fall foliage
- McKinney Falls State Park – 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy, Austin, TX 78744
Just three hours drive from downtown Houston, this park is an excellent location for spotting foliage and enjoying a weekend getaway from the city. Also, there are 81 campsite options and activities such as hiking or biking in 9 miles of trails, fishing, swimming, bouldering, and picnicking.
- Guadalupe River State Park – 3350 Park Road 31 Spring Branch, TX 78070
Just less than 4 hours drive from Cypress, the Guadalupe River State Park has beautiful views on the water and foliage during the fall months. Most people visit the park to float the river, but guests are also welcome to camp, explore 13 miles of hike and bike trails, kayak, canoe and more.
Get Lost in Corn Maze
- Froberg's Farm – 3601 Hwy 6 Alvin, TX 77511
Opening the last weekend of September and going through the first weekend of November, get lost in the crazy corn maze which is open daily!
- Dewberry Farm – 7705 FM 362 Brookshire, TX 77423
Dewberry Farm offers more than 8 acres of corn mazes. Also, throughout the fall season, they have a variety of exciting activities. Don't miss out!
Go Apple Picking
- Atkinson Farms – 3217 Spring Cypress Rd, Spring, TX 77388, United States
If you're in the mood to pick your own fruits and vegetables, look no further than Atkinson Farms. Here you can find fresh strawberries, fresh locally grown seasonal produce, and more—all right here in Spring, Texas.
- Efurd Orchard – 4004 Highway 271 South, Pittsburg TX 75686
The Efurd family has been producing high-quality fruits & vegetables since 1972. Their orchard offers apples, peaches, plums, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, blueberries, and strawberries. They have a store where you can get homemade ice cream, jams, and many other goods. There’s a small pond on the land and vintage trucks!
Attend a Fall Festival
- South Texas Region Fall Festival – 19518 Lutheran Cemetary Rd, Cypress, TX 77433
On October 22 at 10AM, join in on the fun and eat some homemade ice cream, enjoy the talent show and play some carnival games! Only $5 for the whole family, but make sure to register by October 20th.
- Fall Festival – 5927 Louetta Rd, Spring, TX 77379, USA
The 5th annual fall festival at Plymouth United Church on October 29 from 10:00AM – 4:00PM. Filled with pumpkins, local vendors and even pet adoptions! Free entry and parking for everyone to enjoy the fun.
Visit a Local Pumpkin Patch
- Old Time Christmas Tree Farm – 632 Spring Cypress Rd. Spring, TX 77379
Open on the weekends in October to find the perfect pumpkin! They also offer a variety of other activities and entertainment like a train ride, petting zoo and inflatable bounce house plus more!
- Blessington Farm's – 510 Chisolm Trail Simonton, Texas 77476
Open on the weekends from September 17th-November 20th, you can pick your own pumpkins!
Go to Live Music
- MB Speakeasy – 419 Gentry St Suite 106, Spring, TX 77373
Located in Old Town Spring, this is a popular place to enjoy some live music. You can find the line up and events on their website listed above.
- Dosey Doe – The Big Barn – 25911 Interstate 45, The Woodlands, Texas 77380
Your favorite artists and local artists come through and play at Dosey Doe – The Big Barn. They have shows almost every night for some great music and great company.
Go to a Farmer's Market
- Theiss Farms Market – 2008 Rayford Rd, Spring, TX 77386
Grown fresh and local, this is a market you don't want to miss to get the freshest food. You are able to order produce from a list provided at the beginning of the week to be picked up later that week so you get what you want.
- Bridgeland Farmer's Market – 10519 Fry Rd. Cypress, TX 77433
Find some of the freshest local produce around every 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month!
Best Places that Sell Pie
- Humble Pies – 1122D 1st St E Humble, TX 77338
You can order by the slice or order a whole pie. They also offer sandwiches and lunch specials.
- Red Top Bakery – 6402 Louetta Road Spring, TX
You are able to find pies here along with cheesecakes, cookies and more.
Participate in a Halloween Costume Contest
- 2nd Annual Boo-Fest – 23931 Gosling Rd. The Woodlands, TX 77389
Come out to The Butler House on October 30 from 3:00pm – 6:00PM for a family fun costume contest! There will also be movies playing on the big TV, trick or treat, arts and crafts and more!
- Trunk and Treat Car Show – 22559 Aldine Westfield Rd. Spring, TX
A safe environment for kids to trick or treat and to participate in a costume contest. All while checking out cool cars!
Get Spooked at a Haunted House
- 13th Floor Haunted House – 7075 Farm to Market 1960 Rd W Ste 20, Houston, TX 77069
This world famous haunted house offers three main attractions, “Chop House”, “Legends of the Deep” and “All Hallows Eve”. Think you can survive the night? If you survive then you can stay and try some of the other attractions such as a mini escape room and axe throwing! Tickets start at 19.00 so be sure to grab them before you go!
- Purgatory Scream Park – 1965 Northpark Dr Kingwood, TX 77339
Open on the weekends for all the fright to take place, Purgatory Scream Park was listed in the Top 5 Walk-Through Haunts of the country in 2020.
Hike in a National Park
- Big Thicket National Preserve – FM 420 Kountze, TX 77625, United States
This is the only one that is a convenient day trip from the city, as it’s situated about an hour and 40 minutes away by car. Big Thicket protects a long, narrow preserve lining the banks of a few meandering creeks. This kind of environment consists of multiple interrelated habitats that attract a wide variety of wildlife. Among the nine different ecosystems in the park are pine forest, bayous, and wetlands. Popular activities here are kayaking, canoeing, and hiking. There are about 40 miles of hiking trails in the park.
- Waco Mammoth National Monument – 6220 Steinbeck Bend Dr. Waco, TX 76708
Waco Mammoth National Monument one of the best national parks near Houston is where you can see a collection of “in situ” fossils, meaning that they’re still embedded in the place where they were originally discovered.
My Favorite Places to Black Friday Shop
- Houston Premium Outlets – 29300 Hempstead Rd, Cypress, TX 77433
This is the ultimate place to get all your Black Friday shopping needs met. With over 140 different stores, you'll be able to spend all day getting the best deals! Stop at Coach, Columbia, Gap, Nike, Express and so much more.
- Vintage Park – 110 Vintage Park Blvd #270, Houston, TX 77070
There is lots of shopping to be done at Vintage Park. It is filled with a gift shop, a boutique, authentic French products and more! There are also many restaurants here to choose from for when you get tired from shopping.
Watch an Autumn Sunset
- Buffalo Bayou Park – 1800 Allen Pkwy & Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77019
The 160-acre park stretching across the heart of Houston offers an ample urban space that is a remarkable view of the sunset. Take a stroll across the park or have a picnic overlooking the lake with the sunset as the backdrop.
- Sam Houston Park – 1000 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002
Sam Houston Park offers visitors a place to watch the sunset surrounded by years of history and culture. The park is easily accessible from the city center, and it's only a short walk away.
Take a Hayride
- Old Time Christmas Tree Farm – 632 Spring Cypress Rd, Spring, TX 77379
Come take a hayride on the weekends in October and enjoy the fresh air! After the hayride, be sure to snag a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch and grab some snacks.
- Oil Ranch – 23501 Macedonia Rd, Hockley, TX 77447, United States
Oil Ranch offers many fun activities for the whole family, including cow milking, pony rides, mini golf, hay ride, and a petting zoo. The pumpkin patch is a great place to pick out the perfect pumpkin for Halloween! It will open on October 1st, 2022.
Watch a Parade
- 73rd Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade – Near City Hall on Smith St.
On November 24 at 9AM, gather around in downtown Houston for this spectacular parade! With over 20 blocks long of floats, marching bands and balloons!
Outdoor Movie Events
- Moonstruck Drive-In – 100 Bringhurst St Houston, TX 77020
Bring your friends, family and pets to watch some movies under the moonlight! Enjoy the shows with a breathtaking view of the city skyline in the back, tickets are $30/car.
- Showboat Drive In Cinema – 22422 Farm to Market 2920 Hockley, TX 77447
Enjoy this drive-in theater with two screens to choose from! Enjoy the comfort of inside your car or bring chairs (or anything else) you can sit on outside.
Join a Turkey Trots
- 8th Annual Meadows of Imperial Oaks Turkey Trot – 32126 Kendal Ridge Lane Spring, TX 77386
This 5k course will be running through a neighborhood so all the neighbors are able to jump in and out of the race if needed! This is a free race but if possible they ask you to bring a non-perishable food item that will be donated. The race is open to all so bring your strollers, wagons, bikes, scooters and dogs!
- Cypress Turkey Trot – 16055 Mason Rd Cypress, TX US 77433
Gobble your way across the finish line this Thanksgiving on November 24th! All participants will receive a custom race shirt, bib and finisher medal! There is a 5k for everyone and for those 16 years and younger, a 1-mile race. Everyone is eligible for awards based on your age group and door prizes!
Upcoming Fall Events
- Fall Festival – 995 Pinyon Pine Dr. The Woodlands, TX 77380
Everyone is welcome at this Fall Festival on October 29 from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. It is a potluck with games, hayrides, pumpkin painting, cookie decorating and much more!
- Howl-O-Ween Brunch & Pet Party – 2301 N Millbend Dr, The Woodlands, TX
Enjoy brunch on the terrace at Back Table in The Woodlands and dress your pet up in a costume! Make sure to reserve your spot using the link above.
Wrapping Up
There is so much to do in and around Spring, TX. We might have missed some favorites, so be sure to share with us any new finds. You can email us, leave a comment below, or tag us on Instagram! @jordanschilleci and @byjoandco
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