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!
From Halloween parties to Thanksgiving spreads, these five fall-inspired dessert recipes blend seasonal favorites like pumpkin, apple, and chocolate into must-try treats for the cooler months in Springfield.
Experience the beauty of autumn at the Lincoln Memorial Gardens’ Fall Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 11, and Sunday, October 12.
Cars, trucks, motorcycles, spectators all welcome.
Give now, and give generously!
Fireworks, walks, the Route 66 Mother Road Festival, and more!
An influential Lutheran pastor is one of seven Oak Ridge Cemetery denizens featured in annual cemetery walk.

