Fall is here and the pumpkin patches, hayrides, haunted houses, and more spooktacular events are back!
News4JAX has compiled a 2025 list — including multiple Florida counties and Georgia — of the best pumpkin patches, haunted houses and events in your area! Check them out below.
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Duval County
Spooktacular at Jacksonville Zoo: Spooky thrills or a family-friendly adventure will be ready to for families from Northeast Florida and beyond to the Jacksonville Zoo in October.
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens’ 38th annual Spooktacular event is a family-friendly fall event that will be held on Oct. 4, 10-12, 16-19, 23-26, 30-3.1
During the event, families can experience an array of treats, tricks, and spine-tingling surprises throughout the zoo. Click here for tickets, dates and more information.
Mandarin United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch: Address: 11270 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32223 | “Bring your family to pick out the perfect pumpkin, take pictures, and have fun!” the website said. More info here.
The 13th Floor Jacksonville returns: A spooky asylum, a horrifying high school and a kraken. 13th Floor Jacksonville brings gut-wrenching thrills through Saturday, Nov. 8 on select dates Find additional information here.
Address: 9230 Arlington Expy, Jacksonville, FL 32225
Haunt Nights returns to Adventure Landing: Be sure to check out the largest 3D haunt in Jacksonville! Haunt Nights makes its highly anticipated return to Adventure Landing this Halloween. Open select nights running through Nov. 1. You can find more information here.
Address: 1944 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Congaree and Penn Pumpkin Patch: From Sept. 20 to Nov. 10, enjoy live music, a pop-up bar, a food truck, and the pumpkin patch on select evenings this fall. Farm passes include access to the farm grounds, access to the pumpkin patch, and access to live music. Pick your pumpkin and purchase your pumpkin at the farm stand. Pumpkins are $12 each. More info.
Jacksonville’s Official Halloween Bar Crawl: The Official Halloween bar crawl (21+) features costumes, drink specials, trick-or-treating fun and more. When: Oct. on Oct. 31st & Nov. 1st from 4 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. Tickets begin at $13.74. Click here for more information.
Rocky Horror Picture Show 2025: “The ultimate Halloween movie, Rocky Horror is now a cult classic, preserved by the Library of Congress!” The evening begins on Oct. 25 at 8 .m., Bring your costumes, bring your props (no food, please), and come early for the live music. Click here for more information.
Murray Hill-O-Ween: Murray Hill-O-ween will be held on Oct. 25 at 902 Edgewood Ave S. The event will feature a Halloween-themed parade, a variety of local vendors, delicious food trucks, a pumpkin patch, live music and more. More info,
Clay County
Amazing Grace Family Farms Fall Festival: “October 3rd - November 1st. Enjoy Fall photo ops, test your skills in our crop maze and most of all, create priceless family memories you’ll remember for years to come.” Fridays: 4 p.m. - 9 p.m., Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Mon, Oct. 13: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Click here to buy tickets for more information.
Address: 4251 SR 21, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 between Middleburg & Keystone
The Town of Orange Park Fall Festival: Oct. 18 & 19. “The Town of Orange Park Fall Festival is Clay County’s oldest and largest Arts and Crafts Festival! The Fall Festival began in 1982 with roughly twelve craft booths and a couple guitar players. Forty-two years later, this two-day festival has over 200 artists & vendors and two stages packed with entertainment from regional and local artists! Admission is free.” Click here for more info.
Pumpkin Palooza at the Orange Park Mall: “Join us at the Orange Park Mall for a festive fall celebration at our beloved Pumpkin Palooza event – it’s the perfect family outing to get into the autumn spirit and enjoy some creative fun. The first 100 kids will receive a free pumpkin to paint and personalize from our friends at Conner’s A-Maize-Ing Acres. It’s a wonderful way to spark creativity and take home a piece of the fall season. Pumpkin Palooza isn’t complete without the flavors of fall. Kids and parents alike can indulge in pumpkin tastings—from cookies to inventive treats, there’s a taste for every palate. Gather around for an enchanting story time hosted by our friends from Books A Million. Dive into tales of adventure and magic that capture the essence of fall and ignite the imaginations of all who listen.” Click here for more info.
Green Cove Springs Police Department (GCSPD) Annual Trunk or Treat 2025: “Green Cove Springs Police Department (GCSPD) Annual Trunk or Treat 2025 will be held on Friday, October 24, from 6 pm to 9 pm and located at 1001 Idlewild Avenue, GCS. It’s hosted by the Green Cove Springs Police Department with volunteer support from the community and other City staff. There are decorated trunks, food trucks, games, inflatable bounce houses and slides, dunk tank, dance and costume contests, a canned food drive, and so much more! This is a free event for the community run by volunteers, donations and sponsorships!” Click here for more info.
St. Luke’s Annual Fall Festival: Stroll around a real carnival midway with exciting rides for all ages. Enjoy delicious fair food, rides, face painting, a silent auction, and more! October 24-26, 2025 Click here for more info.
Halloween Hoopla: “Five terrific ten-minute plays by five fun writers with four fabulous actors. Recommended for mortals 12 and older. Younger spirits may grow restless. On Oct. 17-19 & Oct. 24-26. Showtimes: Fridays at 7 pm | Saturdays at 2 and 7 pm | Sundays at 3 pm. Come early and visit the FIUMC Pumpkin Patch for your Halloween pumpkins!” Click here for more info.
Address: Fleming Island United Methodist Church, 7170 US Highway 17, Fleming Island, FL
St. Johns County
Sykes Family Farms: “Oct. 4- Nov. 2: With over 50 years of farming experience, Sykes Family Farms continues to grow. Providing folks of all ages with a FARMtastic family tradition that they can look forward to each Fall. Located at 5995 Brough Road in Elkton, just off State Road 207. The event includes a 9-acre maze, farm animals, hayrides, children’s play area, pumpkin patch, food vendors, artisans and fall fun. Hours are 6 to 10 p.m. every Friday; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays; and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Sunday. Tickets are available at www.sycofarms.com.”
Free Trunk or Treat at St. Vincent’s St. Johns County Hospital: “This free family event will take place at Ascension St. Vincent’s St. Johns County on Sunday, October 19 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. There will be a health fair, free candy, prizes, food trucks, and so more. Costumes are encouraged as there will be a costume contest for all ages up to 12 years old.” Click here for more info.
Nassau County
Northeast Florida Fair: Enjoy rides, food, animal shows and showcases, livestock judging, entertainment from Oct. 9 to 19. Click here for dates, times and more information.
Conner’s A-Maize-Ing Acres: Discover the various attractions and activities that Conner’s A-Maize-Ing Acres has to offer. From the 9-acre corn maze to meeting farm animals, to a pumpkin patch with over 1,000 pumpkins. More info.
Columbia County
Denmark Acres Fall Festival: Every Friday and Saturday up until Oct. 18. “Explore Denmark Acres, where old-fashioned charm meets family fun! Strike it rich at gem mining, visit friendly animals at the Livery Stable Petting Zoo, and take in the sights with a relaxing hayride through the countryside.Get lost in fun with a full-size maze, perfect for thrill-seekers and puzzle lovers, or enjoy the mini maze — just the right size for younger adventurers. For those who like a little fright with their fun, don’t miss the spooky Old West cemetery, especially popular during the fall season. Click here for more info.
Lake City Mall’s Spooktacular Malloween: "Get ready for a night of spooky fun at Lake City Mall’s annual Malloween Celebration! Families are invited to join us on Thursday, October 31, 2025, starting at 6:00 PM, for a night of tricks, treats, and Halloween smiles. Enjoy trick-or-treating at participating stores, free candy (while supplies last), and plenty of opportunities to show off your best costumes. This family-friendly event is free to attend, making it the perfect way to celebrate Halloween safely and in style." Click here for more info.
Alachua County
Braze Ranch Fall Festival: “Get ready for a fun-filled day! From Oct. 4 to Oct. 26, explore Braze Ranch’s maze, pumpkin patch, farm animals, corn cribs, corn hole, and more. “Don’t miss the chance to touch a tractor. We’ll also have photo ops available to make your visit even more memorable!” Click here for more info.
Putnam County
The Madd Monsters Halloween Market: On Oct. 18 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Putnam County Fairgrounds, “This market is to showcase Halloween and Horror related merchandise. Enjoy the monster museum, live music, food trucks, give-a-ways and more!” Click here for more info.
Trunk or Treat: Hosted by Interlachen American Legion Post 293, the Trunk or Treat will be on Oct. 31 at 145 S. CR 315. Interlachen, FL. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. Click here for more info.