Pull out the sweaters, order pumpkin spiced everything and enjoy the spectacular fall season with our picks for the best events and things to do in October.
Enjoy fall fun at Derthick’s Corn Maze
Derthick’s Corn Maze and Farm Experience offers fantastic weekend adventure for all. Explore 17 acres filled with excitement, featuring three distinct mazes, Farmer Joe’s Clue Game, a maze game for kids called Farm Tracks, a treasure hunt, ziplines and many more activities!
Derthick’s Corn Maze & Farm Experience
5182 Twinsburg Warren Rd., Mantua, OH 44255
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Pick the perfect pumpkin a local Pumpkin Patch
Visiting local farms offers a delightful way to celebrate fall through activities like pumpkin picking, navigating corn mazes, and enjoying hayrides. To find a nearby pumpkin patch, consult a handy guide, and remember to check the farm’s website or call ahead, as some may only accept cash. Find a pumpkin patch near you!
Try a New Park or Playground
Take in the fall colors with a nature walk at Sippo Lake Park. Play at the playground and walk the paved trail at City of Green Central Park. Explore the cliffs, waterfalls, caves and more on a hike at Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park. Find 90+ more playgrounds in Northeast Ohio.
Explore the Cleveland Metroparks Canalway Nature Center
Visit the Cleveland Metroparks Canalway Center to explore interactive exhibits like the canal boat children’s area and the Nature Nook. Enjoy hiking on the paved all-purpose trail or the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, and check out the Cleveland-Cliffs Bike Park for all skill levels while you’re there.
Cleveland Metroparks Canalway Center
4524 E. 49th St., Cuyahoga Heights, OH 44125
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Try the Canopy Walk at Holden Arboretum
A highlight of the Holden Arboretum is the Canopy Walk, allowing visitors to walk 65 feet above ground. The walk is accessible to guests of all abilities and is wheel chair friendly. Members can access it for free, while nonmembers pay a small fee. The unique experience is well worth the cost! Find more details about Holden Arboretum.
Holden Arboretum
9550 Sperry Road, Kirtland, Ohio 44094
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Take in waterfall views at Henry Church Rock Falls
A short trail leads visitors to a delightful waterfall and historic rock carvings in South Chagrin Reservation. Park at the Henry Church Rock picnic area then follow the river trail to Henry Church Rock Waterfall (formerly Squaw Rock Falls) where you can enjoy the view or wade in the shallow waters. A short walk further leads to Henry Church Rock, carved in 1885 and showcasing images like an eagle, a shield, and a woman. Parking: Henry Church Rock Picnic Area, Hawthorn Pkwy, Bentleyville, OH 44022
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Celebrate Halloween
Get ready for a spooktacular time because there is no shortage of Halloween fun this year! Take the kids to one (or more) of these family friendly (non scary) Halloween events. Get your candy and costume ready for Trick or Treat. Experience a thrill at a Haunted House.
Visit the Dennison Railroad Depot Museum
The Dennison Depot, once a vital stop for WWII servicemen known as “Dreamsville, USA,” has been restored into a museum, restaurant, and gift shop. Visitors can explore unique train car exhibits, enjoy complimentary coffee and cookies, and watch a historical video, while kids can engage with interactive elements. The depot also hosts special events, including train rides and the popular Polar Express. More details and train rides in Ohio.
Dennison Railroad Depot Museum
400 Center St., Dennison, OH 44621
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Looking for more ideas & inspiration? Check out our Fall Fun Guide filled with 100+ things to do during the fall season in Ohio.
