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2024 Guide to Fall Family FUN!

Sponsored by: River Fox Train

By Jamie September 29, 2024

It's that time again! Fall is here and there is so much family-FUN to be had in Sacramento! Fall attractions and events are abundant in the Sacramento region, giving families countless opportunities to make Fall memories they can cherish for years. Macaroni KID Sacramento has all the details for you and your family to make the most of this beautiful season in Sacramento. Check back often, because we'll be adding events as they're announced!


Thank you so much to our sponsor, River Fox Train, for sponsoring this guide!!

Be sure to check out their Pumpkin Patch Express and all of the amazing excursions they offer year-round!








River Fox Train

Pumpkin Patch Express

18095 County Road 117, West Sacramento, CA 95691

Pumpkin Patch Express Calendar

Celebrate the Fall Harvest on an unforgettable train ride through the Yolo County farmland. The festivities continue at our private park with trick-or-treating, carnival-style games & activities, photo opportunities, and pumpkin patch visit, all included in the ticket price. Costumes are encouraged!

Standard Ticket (3+) $63.72, Infants (2 and under) $12.22

Website | Facebook | Instagram

For inquiries and booking assistance contact: 1-800-866-1690








Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm

1415 Pumpkin Lane, Wheatland, CA 95692

Open 7 days a week from September 7 to November 11 - Hours vary

Admission is FREE, Check the calendar for parking fee schedule

Tree house, Play Barn, Caboose, Kid’s-sized old west town, Tire jump, Hayrides and entertainment all for FREE.

U-Pick pumpkin field, homemade foods, gift shop, petting zoo, train rides, U-pick sunflowers, zip line, carousel, tractor ride, marble mine available for a fee.

Website | Facebook

(530) 633-2568



Bobby Dazzler’s Pumpkin Patch

23300 County Road 99D, Woodland, CA 95695

Open September 21 - October 31, hours vary, check social for weather-related closures

Parking, entrance to the patch, PlayZone (Hay bale maze, corn bath, climbing pyramids, picture props), and use of the wagons while in the patch are all FREE!

Cow train, Milo Maze, Petting Zoo, Face Painting, Horse Rides, Bounce House tickets are are available for purchase.

Be sure to check the website for directions to the farm (GPS can often misdirect).

Website | Facebook | Instagram



Cool Patch Pumpkins

6532 Point Pleasant Rd. Elk Grove, CA 95757 6150 Dixon Avenue West, Dixon, CA 95620

Open September 21 - October 31

Classic rocking horses, dinosaurs, photo ops and mini maze are FREE.

You pick pumpkin patch, world record corn maze, hay rides for purchase. Food available for purchase only on weekends.

Website | Facebook | Instagram

(520) 746-8725



Dave’s Pumpkin Patch

3010 Burrows Ave, West Sacramento, CA 95691

Opens September 21!

Jumping pillow, hay ride, tractor train ride, corn maze, kiddie hay maze, animal and pig races, pony rides, entertainment, pumpkin patch, bbq and homemade sweets for sale. 

Entry and special events ticket prices vary. Purchase on the website or at the door. Only cash or check on site. 

Website | Facebook | Instagram



Keema’s Pumpkin Farm

6532 Point Pleasant Rd. Elk Grove, CA 95757

Opens September 27!

Entrance is $6-$8. Children under 2 are free. Corn maze, tractor rides, pumpkin fields, animals, photo stops. 

Visit their calendar for special events and attractions.

Website | Facebook | Instagram

(916) 684-2334



Fog Willow Farm

11011 Cecatra Dr. Wilton, CA 95693

Open September 28 - October 31

Be sure to check out there Lil' Pickers Punkin' Club!

Website | Facebook | Instagram

(916) 687-4547





Macaroni KID Sacramento is adding fall events regularly as we find them, so check back often for updates!


October 21

Trunk-Or-Treat

Capital College and Career Academy

Canned food donation is encouraged.

FREE


October 25

Trunk or Treat

Arden Park Parking lot

FREE


Trunk or Treat at Maple Neighborhood Center

Maple Neighborhood Center

FREE


October 26

Frightfully Fun Carnival

Howe Community Park North Lot

FREE


Safe Trick or Treat Street

River City High School

FREE


Trick or Treat Safetyville

Safety Center Inc

$7.50, Children under 2 are free


Trunk or Treat and Autumn Festival

North Natomas Regional Park

FREE


Halloween at Hagan

Hagan Community Park

FREE


Trunk or Treat

Capital College and Career Academy

FREE



October 1

Zumba Boo-gie Dance Party

North Natomas Community Center

$10


October 3

Halloween Movies Under the Stars

Spooky films, fun activities, Autumn specials.

Old Sacramento Waterfront

$10


October 4

Pumpkin Spiked Hoedown

Dave's Pumpkin Patch

$18


Halloween BINGO Night

Coloma Community Center

Kids and adult rounds, prizes, raffle, snacks.

FREE, Registration Required


October 5

Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival

Elk Grove Park

Carnival rides, inflatables, arts and crafts vendors and food trucks, various contests, pumpkin patch, entertainers and musical acts.  

*FREE entrance, $20 parking (cash only), Free Bike Valet


Founder's Harvest Festival

Carmichael Park

Live music, food trucks, arts and crafts, family-friendly activities.

FREE


October 6

Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival

Elk Grove Park

Carnival rides, inflatables, arts and crafts vendors and food trucks, various contests, pumpkin patch, entertainers and musical acts.  

*FREE entrance, $20 parking (cash only), Free Bike Valet


October 10

Halloween Movies Under the Stars

Spooky films, fun activities, Autumn specials.

Old Sacramento Waterfront

$10


October 12

Fall Peddler Fair

Handmade and vintage vendors, food truck, music and fun.

Bliss Marketplace

FREE, Cost of purchases


Fall Festival

Craft booths, live band, food trucks, beer garden, kid zone, pumpkin patch, petting zoo and carnival games.

Arden Park

FREE


Safe and Super Halloween

Fairytale Town

Trick or treating, Neverland themed decor and activities.


October 13

Safe and Super Halloween

Fairytale Town

Trick or treating, Neverland themed decor and activities.


October 18

Halloween Party

Lake Crest Village Shopping Center

FREE


Howl-O-Ween

Belle Cooledge Community Center

Outdoor movie, haunted house, costume contests, face painting, games and more.

FREE


Kids Night out - BOO Bash

South Natomas Community Center

Costume contest and dance party.

$5


October 19

Happy's Halloween Hootenanny

Funderland Amusement Park

Trick-or-treating, mini pumpkin kit, goodie bag, photo-ops and more.

$5 plus admission


Harvest and Health Festival

City Church Sacramento

Fun activities, food, horseback rides, group fitness sessions, petting zoo, bounce house, crafts and more.

FREE


Floating Pumpkin Patch

North Natomas Aquatics Complex

Pumpkin patch + pool party.

$2-$5


Safe and Super Halloween

Fairytale Town

Trick or treating, Neverland themed decor and activities.


October 20

Happy's Halloween Hootenanny

Funderland Amusement Park

Trick-or-treating, mini pumpkin kit, goodie bag, photo-ops and more.

$5 plus admission


Safe and Super Halloween

Fairytale Town

Trick or treating, Neverland themed decor and activities.


October 24

Halloween Movies Under the Stars

Spooky films, fun activities, Autumn specials.

Old Sacramento Waterfront

$10


October 25

Tahoe Park SpookTacular

Tahoe Park

Food trucks, treats, and spooky surprises.

FREE


October 26

Happy's Halloween Hootenanny

Funderland Amusement Park

Trick-or-treating, mini pumpkin kit, goodie bag, photo-ops and more.

$5 plus admission


NNCC Haunted House Workshop with LEGO®

North Natomas Community Center

Create your own spooky designs with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. Ages 5-10.

$40


Trunk or Treat and Autumn Festival

North Natomas Regional Park

Costume contest, face painting, bounce houses, games, food trucks, trunk or treating and more.

FREE


Pumpkins and Planes

Aerospace Museum of California

Interactive trick-or-treat stations, craft activities, corn hole, spooky walk and spooky treats.

$18, children under 2 are free


Halloween Festival and Pooch Parade

Marshall Park

Arts and crafts, bounce house, photo booths, live music and more.

FREE


Floating Pumpkin Patch

Pannell Meadowview Pool

Pumpkin patch + pool party.

$2-$5


Dia de los Muertos Celebration

Northgate Park

Ballet folklorico, mariachi, altars hosted by community organizations and screening of Coco.

FREE


Halloween at Hagan

Hagan Community Park

Trunk or treat, zombie run, carnival games, obstacle course, food, music and more.

FREE


Fancy Feet Fall Festival

Fancy Feet Dance Studio

Dance, face painting, games, prizes, and more.

FREE


October 27

Happy's Halloween Hootenanny

Funderland Amusement Park

Trick-or-treating, mini pumpkin kit, goodie bag, photo-ops and more.

$5 plus admission


The Addams Family

Crest Theatre

Movie screening

$11-$22


Hocus Pocus

Crest Theatre

Movie screening

$11-$22


October 30

McKinley Tots Boo Bash

Clunie Community Center

$5


October 31

Halloween Fun

Fairytale Town

Dance party, scavenger hunt, trick or treating and fun.


Trick or Treat at SCM

Sac Children's Museum

FREE


Movie Under the Stars

Old Sacramento Waterfront

$10



We will continue to update our Macaroni KID Sacramento Fall Fun Guide with events as they are posted, so check back often!


Do you know of a 2024 family-friendly fall event or attraction in Sacramento that isn't listed here? Please submit your event HERE and we will add it to our Macaroni KID Sacramento Fall Fun Guide!