With cooler days on the way and plenty of festive events to enjoy, fall is one of the best times to experience Orlando. From buzzing festivals to outdoor celebrations, there’s no shortage of Orlando family activities to make the season fun. And of course, it wouldn’t be fall without Halloween and its festive decorations, special treats and all-ages fun throughout the city.
Here are some Orlando family activities you won’t want to miss this fall.
Fall festivals are a big part of Orlando’s seasonal fun, bringing the whole family together. With corn mazes, pumpkin patches, farmers markets, rides and plenty of tasty seasonal treats, there are endless ways to celebrate the season. If you’re looking for outdoor family fun activities in Orlando, here are some great ones this fall.
Amber Brooke Farms in Eustis has everything your family needs for a weekend full of activities, delicious food and live music. Let the kids roam free, play on the playground, slide down the huge slide in potato sacks, and burn off energy on the jumping pad. Don’t forget to treat yourself to seasonal favorites like apple cider donuts and milkshakes! Check out the full list of activities for even more fun starting September 20.
Southern Hill Farms is the go-to place if you’re craving a countryside feel and the festive fall mood. Step into the Fall Festival and treat your family to warm donuts and cider or roast marshmallows by the fire pits. Kids can burn off energy in the fun zone with a carousel, jumping pillows, and even a rock climbing wall. Also, wander through the 5-acre corn maze and pick your own pumpkin to take home. The Fall Festival starts on September 27.
If you’re looking for old-fashioned farm charm with a cozy, hands-on feel, Great Scott Farms near Mount Dora is the place to go. Experience the farmers market, then step into a café to enjoy seasonal treats. Starting September 27, little knights and princesses can conquer the Castle Playground, hop aboard the hayride and dig in the corn pits for tons of fall fun.
If your family loves the idea of Halloween fun but isn’t quite ready for haunted houses or terrifying thrills, you’ll find plenty of tamer Orlando family activities. From trick-or-treating trails to Halloween parades and costume contests, these not-so-scary celebrations let kids and parents enjoy all the excitement of the season in a fun and stress-free way.
As Halloween fun starts creeping in, it’s hard to resist the magic of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World. This family-favorite celebration is filled with candy and playful frights. Get your costumes ready and set out on a trick-or-treat stroll around Magic Kingdom. Enjoy the Halloween parade, meet your favorite characters, and end the night with fireworks.
If your crew loves marine life, SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular adds a splash of festive fun with a trick-or-treating trail and a park-wide scavenger hunt. Little ones can enjoy Halloween story times with Big Bird, see seasonal parades and even meet a mermaid.
As one of the top Orlando family activities, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is a fun destination any time of year—but fall makes it a truly special experience. With cooler days and amazing animals (including new babies) to discover, it’s the perfect time to visit.
For three weekends in October, the Zoo also turns into a wild Halloween destination for all ages. During Zoo Boo Bash, presented by Orlando Health, guests can show off their Halloween costume, enjoy fun activities, and collect candy along the trick-or-treat path. It’s truly the WILDEST way to celebrate and enjoy a fall family day for a great value. For more information about Zoo Boo Bash and to purchase tickets, click here.
This fall, dragon lovers and treasure hunters can take on the challenge of uncovering the secrets of a dragon kingdom. Dragons: Hidden Treasure Quest is a family-friendly event at Leu Gardens that turns everyone into a brave and clever “seeker.” Explore the 50-acre property while solving riddles and uncovering ancient artifacts that tell the story of the dragon kingdom. For the bravest explorers, there are also Dragon Nights, a special after-dark adventure.
If you’re looking for indoor family fun, check out Crayola Experience Orlando. From a themed scavenger hunt and Halloween crafts to festive photo-ops, there’s plenty of fun and excitement. Starting September 20, children can visit trick-or-treat stations set up throughout the attraction. Put on your costumes, grab your buckets, and make this Halloween an extra colorful adventure.
If you’re on a budget, there are even some free fall events in Central Florida you can check out.
The Winter Park Autumn Art Festival is always a favorite. For more than half a century, Florida artists have been turning downtown Winter Park into an art sidewalk showcase. Celebrate the season at the 52nd Autumn Fall Festival, October 11-12, 2025.
Fiesta in the Park returns to Lake Eola this fall from November 1-2, 2025. Stroll around Lake Eola and explore hundreds of artist and crafter booths, plus a wide variety of food vendors. With live entertainment and a dedicated Kid’s Zone, it’s the perfect weekend outing for all ages.
Want to explore new cultures without leaving Orlando? Come to FusionFest to taste foods from around the world, enjoy live performances, and celebrate diversity through the art, music, dance and community of more than 110 different cultures. This year, FusionFest is November 29-30, right outside Dr. Phillips Center.
For kids, fall is all about Halloween, candy and trick-or-treating. Luckily, Orlando has plenty of opportunities for that. From creative Trunk or Treat events around the city to fall-themed story times and crafts at local libraries, there’s something for every young child to enjoy this season.
Looking for even more ways to celebrate the fall season? The Central Florida Zoo has two special nighttime programs this October that bring a little mystery, adventure and hands-on learning to your family’s fall calendar.
Parents, enjoy a night out while your kids (ages 5–12) go batty at the Zoo! This drop-off program includes animal meet-and-greets, a flashlight tour, games, crafts, snacks, and plenty of bat myth-busting fun. For more information and to register, click here.
See the Zoo after dark on a Night Hike! Explore the mysteries of cryptozoology legends like skunk apes and sirens, and meet some of nature’s most misunderstood nocturnal creatures up close. Up-close animal encounters may change your fear to fascination, as you tackle the truth about some of nature’s most feared nocturnal creatures. Recommended for families with kids ages 10 and older. Registration required and space is limited. Click here for more information and to sign up.
Whether you are local to Orlando or visiting for a few days, there are plenty of family activities to choose from this fall. Get a taste of the countryside at fall festivals on local farms or enjoy an evening at Halloween events around town—there’s something for everyone to enjoy. If there’s one place that has it all, it’s the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, where fall fun, seasonal activities, and cultural events come together for the whole family. Visit today!
