Fall is here and that means so is pumpkin spiced ~everything~, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, piles of racked leaves, crackling bonfires, warm smores, fun Fall festivities, and last but not least...football!
I frequently go back and forth on which season is my favorite...Spring or Fall?!?!
If you live in or around the Kansas City area, there are a handful of spots to get family fall pictures, go on cute dates, let your kids play on a farm, or crush some fall food/desserts...yum!
Carolyn's Pumpkin Patch
Dates: September 17 - October 31, 2022
Address: 17607 NE 52nd St, Liberty, MO 64068
Carolyn's is well known attraction in Kansas City and the surrounding areas because of all of the fun activities to take part in. Take a ride on the wagon out to the pumpkin patch to pick your favorite! Carolyn's is a perfect fall destination to bring your family to. There are COUNTLESS things for kids to do such as jumping on the large jumping pads/pillows, race the pedal carts on the race track, slide down the mega slide, play in the corn corral packed to the brim with corn kernels, or check out the adorable animals in the petting farm....and that is just to name a few!
The Fun Farm
Dates: September 16 - October 31, 2022
Address: 650 N Jefferson St, Kearney, MO 64060
I have only been to the Fun Farm for their annual Tulip Festival...so I am HIGHLY looking forward to visiting The Fun Farm for their fall festivities. With over 30+ attractions spread out on 300 acres and located only 25 minutes outside of Kansas city, your day will be completely packed with fun activities at the Fun Farm. U-pick apples, U-pick pumpkins, giant slides, corn pits, hayrides, tractor swings, and so much more. There are plenty of jungle gyms and playsets for kids to climb on throughout the whole farm. There are also plenty of concession stands to grab food, drinks, or snacks at during your visit. Listen to live music or take your time exploring through the corn maze...the Fun Farm is your oyster!
Louisburg Cider Mill
Dates: Open all year round - see website for details.
Address: 14730 K-68 Hwy, Louisburg, KS 66053
Apple cider...apple cider...apple cider...need I say more??? Louisburg Cider Mill has a variety of apple flavored/spiced goods! Your trip here is not complete without a cup of warm apple cider and a bag of the apple donuts. Their country store has apple butter, homemade jams and jellies, kitchen supplies/tools to create your own apple dish, craft sodas, snacks, and more! You can even see through the glass into the kitchen and watch as the donuts get made. On the other side of the farm, kids can play on playsets, jump on the large jumping pads/pillows, pet and feed the animals at the petting zoo, snack on some kettle corn, and play in the corn maze. You can even pick your own pumpkins and ride on the wagon.
The Great Pumpkin Fest at World's of Fun
Dates: September 17 - October 30, 2022
Address: 4545 Worlds of Fun Ave, Kansas City, MO 64161
Want to go to World's of Fun and do more than ride rides and eat food? There are plenty of fun activities and games to participate in a the Great Pumpkin Fest at World's of Fun. There are costume contests, dance parties, trick-or-treat and more! You'll have to visit the pumpkin patch and haybale maze! Want to paint or make crafts? There's a table for that too! Don't forget about the petting farm full of cute animals.
River Market
The River Market is a popular and well-known spot to visit in Kansas City for both tourists and locals. During the fall time, the River Market is decorated with fall displays, pumpkins, and more. Visit the River Market on a Saturday or Sunday morning to enjoy the vendors and their creations. There are also tables stacked with antiques!
Dates: Days/Hours - see website below
Address: River Market, Kansas City, MO
KC Wine Co
KC Wine Co Vineyards is a little bit of a drive away from Kansas City, but the drive is totally worth it! Beautiful vines such as the ones found at the KC Wine Co vineyards can't grow right in the city as much as we may dream. I love visiting KC Wine Co with my friends and on dates/couple dates. There are outdoor games like cornhole and there are always fun food trucks there. KC Wine Co does a great job at updating their Facebook page events...fun ones such as Fried Pickles & Slushies night...yum! Visit KC Wine Co during the fall to listen to live music, play Halloween themed trivia and games, visit the pumpkin patch, and of course...drink their tasty wine!
Dates: See website for days/hours
Address: 13875 S Gardner Rd #1, Olathe, KS 66061
Faulkners Ranch
Faulkners Ranch is a family-friendly and fun-packed pumpkin patch, petting zoo, and corn maze. This ranch is located on a 25 acre farm in Kansas City (out near Lee'a Summit). Pumpkins, apple cider (spike it with their caramel vodka), donuts, friendly goats to feed and countless creative games and fall activities...you don't want to miss out on this farm in KC!
Address: 10600 Raytown Rd, Kansas City, MO 64134
Apple Festival in Weston, MO
This year the Apple Festival in Weston, MO will be held on October 1st, 2022...which is right around the corner. There is SO much to do in Weston, Missouri. There are a handful of wineries, breweries, and distilleries to visit or even take a tour. You MUST try an apple dumpling while you are at the festival...the trip will not be complete without one! Although not located extremely close to Kansas City, Weston is a quick drive away from downtown and is worth the drive. Start planning your trip now!
Dates: October 1, 2022
Address: Downtown Weston, Missouri
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