Welcome to your complete Guide to Fall in Springfield and surrounding areas! Think of this page as your hub for everything autumn has to offer—from pumpkin patches, horseback rides, and fall festivals to family-friendly events, local dining, and seasonal activities you won’t want to miss. We’ve gathered the best of the season into one easy-to-use guide so you can plan your weekends and discover hidden gems. Keep checking back—our Fall Guide will be updated throughout the season with fresh stories, new events, and local highlights.
CLICK HERE for trick-or-treat times and haunted houses, or CLICK HERE for local pumpkin patches!
This fall, check out these classic films to pumpkin-spice up movie night with the family.
Fifth Street Renaissance helps thousands of homeless members of our community annually.
Guests can watch the reenactment of the Lincolns’ wedding at St. Paul’s Cathedral.
Prior to an apple picking adventure, people can do a little preparation to ensure the afternoon is fun and fruitful.
From cozy cocktails to sparkling mocktails, these trending drink recipes are all about celebrating autumn with style.
When October rolls into November and Thanksgiving is on the horizon, few people want to be staring at a witch’s cauldron full of chocolate bars.
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) — October is in the heart of “Spooky Season.” […]
Everything you’d expect from Oktoberfest…right down to lederhosen!
From the earliest ghost houses to massive theme-park events, why Halloween’s scares still thrill.

