Best Fall Festivals Near DC for Kids and Families

Pumpkin Village opens September 18th at Leesburg Animal Park. Photo courtesy of Mosaic Photography
8/27/21 - By Christine Mooney
As September arrives in the DC area, fall fairs and festivals begin. And there are so many amazing fall festivals near DC, from farm festivals that last all of October (and parts of September and November) to daylong or weekend fairs and festivals that celebrate food, culture, art, and more. These fall festivals near DC have lots to offer, including pumpkin patches, apple picking, crafts, games, live music, and so much more.
Read on for 18 great fall festivals near DC that you'll love to add to your crew's calendar. All of them take place outdoors to allow your family to soak up that fresh fall air. Don't forget to check out our Fall Fun Guide for Washington, DC Families for even more autumn fun!
Fall Festivals Near DC: Fun on the Farm
Goats are one of the special attractions at Cox Farms. Photo courtesy of Cox Farm.
Family-Friendly Fall Festivals in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia
Places featured in this article:
Great Country Farms
Harris Pavilion
Downtown Wheaton
Takoma Park
Silver Spring Veterans Plaza
Old Town Fairfax
The Wharf
Silver Spring Veterans Plaza