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!

Tracey Ambrose is the "Portrait of Hope" for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk.
Health & Wellness
3 months ago
The Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk is October 12th

Walk to raise awareness, unite communities, and contribute to life-saving research and programs.

Fall Guide
3 months ago
Affordable family-friendly activities

There are many ways for families to get out of the house and have fun without breaking the bank.

Fall Guide
3 months ago
Classic Fall movies to enjoy with the whole family

This fall, check out these classic films to pumpkin-spice up movie night with the family.

Campout 4 Homeless Veterans
Fall Guide
3 months ago
Supporting veterans with a fundraising campout

Fifth Street Renaissance helps thousands of homeless members of our community annually.

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Local
3 months ago
Visit Springfield shares upcoming local events

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.
Fall Guide
3 months ago
Apple picking pointers

Prior to an apple picking adventure, people can do a little preparation to ensure the afternoon is fun and fruitful.

Fall Guide
3 months ago
Celebrate Autumn with these 5 fall drink recipes everyone will love!

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.
Fall Guide
3 months ago
What to do with leftover Halloween candy

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.

November and fall
Fall Guide
3 months ago
October events: Spooky, full of history, and even horses

Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) — October is in the heart of “Spooky Season.”  […]