Fall Fun Activities in Orange, CA

October 1st, 2023 by

Fall is a beautiful season in Orange, CA. The weather is perfect for outdoor activities, and the scenery is breathtaking. There are many fun things to do in Orange County during the fall season, and we have compiled a list of some of the best ones. Here are some great fall fun activities that are open to the public and are within a 30-minute drive of Orange, CA.

Tanaka Farms Pumpkin Patch

Tanaka Farms Pumpkin Patch is a favorite pumpkin patch in Orange County. It’s located in Irvine and has become a popular destination for families during the fall season. You can pick your own pumpkin right out of the pumpkin patch, ride a tractor, visit the Barnyard Educational Exhibit, and enjoy this beautiful 30-acre farm! The U-pick Pumpkin Wagon Ride is led by a friendly tour guide around Tanaka’s beautiful 30-acre farm. You get to watch them launch the pumpkin cannon, take a ride through the barnyard educational exhibit with farm animals, lots of fun stuff to look at, a scarecrow contest, sunflowers, U-Pick veggies, and a pumpkin you pick yourself! Please note you will not exit the wagon until it is time to pick your vegetables and pumpkin. This activity lasts about one hour.

Knott’s Spooky Farm

Knott’s Spooky Farm is an event full of Halloween activities for kids ages 3-11. Little ghouls can trick-or-treat through Ghost Town to collect sweet Halloween treats. Fun Halloween-themed shows are in store. Learn about the creepy crawly critters occupying Ghost Town’s Livery Stable. Guests of all ages can dress up in their most festive costumes to experience one-of-a-kind themed food and treats, exclusive event merchandise including specialty items from local crafters, a fun “Into the Fog” art show, and so much more.

Crystal Cove Shake Shack

Crystal Cove Shake Shack is located in Newport Beach and offers some of the best milkshakes in Orange County. Right now it’s Pumpkin Spice season at Ruby’s Diner, and they are serving up Pumpkin milkshakes topped with whipped cream and candy corn. Head down to the Shake Shack for this yummy shack with a view of Crystal Cove, and hike down the beach and enjoy a stroll on the sand. It may be Fall…but it’s never out of season to enjoy the fresh ocean air and some crashing waves.

Irvine Park Railroad

Irvine Park Railroad is located in Orange and offers many fun activities for families during the fall season. You can take a train ride through Irvine Regional Park or visit their pumpkin patch where you can pick your own pumpkin right out of the pumpkin patch! They also have hayrides, face painting, bounce houses, panning for gold, carnival games, cookie decorating, John Deere tractor racers, picture stands with silly scenes cut out for photo opportunities.

Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade

The Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade is an annual event that takes place in downtown Anaheim. This year it will be held on October 29th from 6 pm – 9 pm. The festival features live music, food vendors, carnival games, arts & crafts booths, and more! The highlight of the festival is the Halloween Parade which starts at 6 pm sharp! The parade features floats decorated by local businesses and organizations as well as marching bands from local high schools.

Fall Fun in Orange

We hope you enjoyed our list of five fall fun activities that are open to the public and are within a 30-minute drive of Orange, CA. There are many more fun things to do in Orange County during this beautiful season so be sure to check out our sources below for more information on other events happening near you!

 

Mazda of Orange is proud to be part of this community and wishes everyone a happy fall season!

 

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