Exciting Family Activities for October
Fall brings a sense of renewed energy for both kids and parents. Weekends become chances to explore seasonal traditions, enjoy autumn’s vivid hues, and delight in events that only come around once a year. From pumpkin festivals and immersive Halloween walks to family-friendly farms, there is no shortage of ways to savor the season without having to journey far from home.
Calabasas Pumpkin Festival
3701 Lost Hills Rd, Calabasas
Sunday, October 19th, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Celebrate the season at this community festival honoring the town’s “Calabaza” roots. The name is said to come from a long-ago overturned pumpkin wagon. Live music plays as families wander the pumpkin patch, sample autumn-inspired dishes, and browse booths full of local goods. Children find perfect gourds, neighbors connect, and the day becomes a fixture in the family calendar. Ticket pricing mirrors recent years with advance purchase offered at a lower cost and a modest increase for day-of attendance. Toddlers under age two typically attend free.
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Night of the Jack
26800 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas
Until Saturday, November 1st,
entry times generally begin at 6:00 PM
This illuminated, immersive Halloween trail unfolds along roughly a mile of artfully carved jack-o’-lanterns and vibrant light displays. Food trucks and a seasonal “Spookeasy” bar provide warm drinks and fall treats. Visitors typically spend one to two hours exploring. Tickets range from about $27 to $30 for adults and $22 for children, with little ones under age three admitted free. Parking is required and priced just under $10 per car.
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Underwood Family Farms
Fall Harvest Festival
3370 Sunset Valley Rd, Moorpark
Through October 31st, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
This long-celebrated family farm transforms into a full fall fest experience. You will find acres of pumpkins, corn mazes, live entertainment, a giant hedge carnival, and farm animals to meet. Weekday admissions are offered at the gate at a lower price, while weekend tickets must be purchased online. They increase modestly closer to the date. Weekend theme breaks like Wild West weekends add flair, and one calendar notes Woodland Weekend entry at about $34, with day-of tickets slightly higher if still available.
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Forneris Farms Fall Harvest Festival
15200 Rinaldi St, Mission Hills
Daily during October, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
This longstanding family farm offers a pumpkin patch and corn maze, plus a narrated tractor-train ride. Pumpkin patch entry runs around $5 per person and children under two stay free. Although the farm market sells produce daily, the fall festival components are centered in October. Activities require cash and there is no self-harvesting, which means the pumpkins are already arranged for easy selection.
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Make the Most of the Season
With so many fall-themed outings nearby, weekends can easily become a heartwarming mix of tradition, community, and together time. Each event brings its own charm from the heritage of the Pumpkin Festival to the creative brilliance of Night of the Jack and the open-air fun at local farms. These experiences help families build new traditions while strengthening their connection to the area.
