This was originally published in 2021 and updated with new content as of September 2023.

Fall is arguably the most beautiful season in Ontario; the leaves are changing, the weather is cooling down and there are plenty of activities and events to check out. In today’s blog, we’re highlighting some of the best fall activities in Halton, Erin and Guelph.

Grab the kids, call your friends and check out these awesome fall spots!

Allison’s Farm Market

This market has everything you could possibly need to make a delicious fall feast or to decorate your home for the season. You can pick out seasonal produce such as sweet corn (the best in town!), squash, broccoli and more or you can head to their Pick Your Own Pumpkin patch. The pumpkin patch includes a variety of pumpkins, photo setups for your family portraits, and custom pumpkin decorating and calligraphy.

Location: 10636 Eighth Line, Georgetown, ON — L7G 4S5

Admission: FREE

Hours of Operation: 10 AM to 6 PM daily

Andrews Scenic Acres Farm Market & Winery

Andrews is the perfect place for the entire family! Parents can enjoy their seasonal Pumpkin Spice and Apple Crisp Wines in the wine shop, and the whole family can pick their own seasonal produce and flowers, including pumpkins! They also host special events and attractions like their Sunflower Kingdom.

Location: 9365 10 Side Road, Milton, ON – L9T 2X9

Admission: $15 per person for a day pass, children under 5 are free, seniors $7.50

Hours of Operation: Weekdays 10 AM to 5 PM, Weekends 10 AM to 6 PM

Pumpkins After Dark

Take in this spooktacular walk-through event in Milton! Experience Canada’s award-winning largest outdoor Halloween event! Featuring over 50 sculpture scenes comprised of 10,000+ hand-carved pumpkins, live carving demonstrations with our master pumpkin carvers and social media worthy photo-ops.

With special effects and a musical score, witness the magic of pumpkins coming to life after dark! From classic horror monsters, dragons and mummies, to movie and pop culture characters, there’s something for everyone!

Location: Country Heritage Park, 8560 Tremaine Road, Milton, ON L9T 2X3

Admission: Tickets in advance: Adults 17+ $22.95, Youth 4-16 $19.95, Children Under 3 FREE; Flex Pass tickets $34.95; Season Pass $64.95; NEW FOR 2023 – WEDNESDAYS ARE PET NIGHTS!

Hours of Operation: Almost daily through to October 31st after dark!

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Fallbrook Trail Ranch

Ever wanted to ride a horse through the scenic fall trails of Ontario? Now you can! The Fallbrook Trail Ranch offers trail rides, birthday parties and other celebrations, and have their own on-site restaurant for visitors who want to stay for lunch! Perfect for couples or families with children who love animals.

Location: 4097 Ninth Line, Georgetown, ON – L7G 4S8

Admission: Trail rides for $65/hour

Scotsdale Farm

Looking for a picture-perfect place to go for a hike, enjoy nature or get some exercise? This 531-acre heritage site located on the Niagara Escarpment is a designated UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve and is pet-friendly! Rated one of the top 3 hiking trails in Halton Hills it is yours to discover.

Location: 13807 Trafalgar Road North, Halton Hills, Ontario, Canada L7G 4S4

Admission: Free

Spirit Tree Cidery

Apple picking season is here, and while this is usually reserved as a family activity, Spirit Tree Cidery offers the opportunity to make it fun for adults too! Pick fresh Honey Crips, Macs and Cortlands from their orchards, then enjoy a flight of their hard ciders and a hot wood fired pizza in their stunning restaurant. They also offer guided tours and tastings, a fully stocked farm shop with fresh baked breads and ready made meals, PLUS you can enjoy live music on Friday and Saturday evenings! They also host regular Handmade Artisan Markets, with the next one slated for Saturday, October 21st.

Location: 1137 Boston Mills Road, Caledon

Admission: $5/person, kids under 5 are free

Hours of Operation: Mon-Wed CLOSED, Thus 10-5, Fri/Sat 10-9, Sun 10-5 (Apple Picking Sat & Sun only 10-4)

Monster Month Elora

If you’ve never visited the picturesque village of Elora, October is a perfect time to go, and for more than just the fall colours! For nearly two decades, Tim Murton’s Twilight Zoo has been decorating the streets of Elora with a unique collection of lantern sculptures. Wander the village after dark to experience this haunting art installation first hand, and enjoy a full month worth of events including ghost tours, magicians, and the popular Monster March parade!

Location: Multiple locations throughout the village of Elora, click here to view a map of the Twilight Zoo installations.

Admission: The Twilight Zoo can be enjoyed for free, while tickets may be required for other events, click here for more details.

Hours of Operation: The Twilight Zoo is best enjoyed after dark throughout the month of October, click here for the full calendar of events.

Strom’s Farm

Strom’s Farm corn mazes are legendary – they have been raising money for local charities since 2002. The corn maze (over 6km of trails) is part of a huge Harvest Fun Area which features a wide variety of activities for all ages – tile, rope and straw mazes, wagon rides, pedal carts, cedar spiral, sand pit, and human foosball. On weekends you can also enjoy pumpkin chuckin’, wagon rides and puppet shows, as well as ‘Eats and Embers’ fire pits and snacks. Any visit to Strom’s farm isn’t complete without picking out your perfect pumpkin from the thousands laid outside their market or browsing their bakery for the perfect fall treats.

Location: 5089 Wellington Road 32, Guelph

Admission: Admission fees vary from $10-$16.50, click here to view the full pricing breakdown.

Hours of Operation: Wednesday to Sunday 9:30am – 6pm, experience the Night Maze on select dates through October (18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28)

Dog Friendly Pumpkin Patches

Andrews Scenic Acres – 9365 10 Side Road, Milton

Carl Laidlaw Orchards – 9496 Heritage Rd, Brampton

Chudleighs Entertainment Farm – 9528 Regional Rd 25, Milton

Erin Hill Acres – 5837 3 Line, Erin

Allison’s Farm Market – 10636 Eighth Line, Georgetown

We hope you get the chance to visit one of these amazing attractions this fall season!

We encourage you to always look for local attractions to support, whatever season it may be. Being a part of a community is one of the many perks of living in Halton, Erin/Hillsburgh and the surrounding region. Take advantage of all that fall has to offer and venture out before the harsh winter weather hits!

Support your local community and have fun all at once, with the best fall activities!