With a crispness in the air and the warm sunshine overhead, autumn is a perfect time to explore Vaughan. If you’re craving outdoor adventures, there are dozens of family-friendly fall festivities lined up in our beautiful city.

Tourism Vaughan has put together your ultimate autumn itinerary to make the most of this colourful season, so be sure to save this blog so you can visit our favourites.

Weekends in September

Prost! Oktoberfest returns to Canada’s Wonderland on Friday evenings and over the weekends during September! This event includes authentic German-themed food and beverage specials, like sausage and schnitzel, Bavarian pretzels and craft beer, plus entertainment from traditional festival bands.

Access to Oktoberfest is included with park admission.

Saturday, Sept. 21 to Sunday, Sept. 22

Enjoy a celebration of the harvest season at the Fall Festival at The Village! Immerse yourself in the joy and laughter of old-fashioned fall festivities, participate in the lively vegetable judging contest and enjoy autumn-themed crafts. Plus, don’t miss children’s folk music performer,

Late September through October

Family-owned for more than 50 years in Vaughan, Robintide Farms is a must-visit spot for pick-your-own veggies and farm fresh produce. In the fall, you can enjoy the farm’s pick-your-own pumpkins, corn walk, farm games, farm market and more.

Robintide Farms welcomes visitors for fall fun from late September until Halloween on Thursday, Oct. 31.

Weekends starting end of September through October

Canada’s Wonderland is always a main attraction in Vaughan – and rightfully so. In the fall, the park transforms into a Halloween haven, offering activities and thrills for guests of all ages.

Children will enjoy Camp Spooky, which is included with your admission ticket and features trick-or-treating, a kids’ Halloween costume parade, live shows with The PEANUTS gang, meet and greets with Halloween characters, all your favourite rides and much more!

For those who want a terrifying experience, Halloween Haunt returns to Canada’s Wonderland with a sinister transformation, turning the theme park into a scream park filled with Halloween attractions that offer unforgettable thrills and unspeakable chills. Get up close with hundreds of monsters and experience thrilling night rides, live entertainment and eight mazes to get your heart pounding.

Saturday, Sept. 28

Visit the Woodbridge Farmers Market and check out the Pumpkin Patch, provided by EFT Farms. Take a family photo and be sure to visit the farmers and vendors for fresh fall produce.

Thanksgiving Weekend

Take a step back in time at the 177th annual Woodbridge Fall Fair. Held on Thanksgiving Weekend, from Saturday, Oct. 12 to Monday, Oct. 14, at the Woodbridge Fairgrounds, this beloved annual event features carnival rides, local craft vendors, livestock and agricultural competitions. Be sure to check out the Lumberjack Show and Giant Pumpkin Contest!

Saturday, Oct. 19 to Sunday, Oct. 20 and Saturday, Oct. 26 to Sunday, Oct. 27

Prepare for eerie excitement with Halloween at The Village this October by taking part in ghastly activities and hair-raising happenings! From grisly experiments during the Slimy Science Show, to trick or treating among the heritage buildings, there’s so much to enjoy! With witchcraft and wizardry and creepy carnival games, there’s family-friendly spine-tingling adventures for kids of all ages.

Weekends in October, daytime

If you’re looking for something fun for children 10 and under, Kreepy Kortright is an outdoor event celebrating the Halloween spirit with spooky and scary activities for little ones. Discover a haunted house, a frightening forest walk, Halloween activities, a bonfire and scary stories – all October long!

Vaughan is brimming with seasonal activities and attractions, and autumn is no exception!

Whether you’re pumpkin picking, exploring fairs or enjoying scenic nature walks, Vaughan offers endless opportunities for making lasting fall memories. So, grab your cozy sweaters, pack up the kids and get ready to experience all the magic of autumn in Vaughan.

Vaughan is a great one-day trip, but it’s an even better weekend or week-long family getaway! With so much fun in store and so many places to explore, 24 hours simply isn’t enough.

Make the most of your visit by planning an overnight stay at one of our many luxury accommodations, incredible hotels and cozy inns. Check out our accommodations directory for a wide range of amazing places to stay to recharge and make the most of your vacation in Vaughan!

As you explore all that Vaughan has to offer, don’t forget to tag us at #VisitVaughan and follow us on Instagram at @visitvaughan!