Want to know what’s happening around Northeast Ohio this weekend? Find family-friendly fun activities and events around the region.
(Before attending, be sure to check venues for updates.)
Ongoing
“TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition” at the Great Lakes Science Center features more than 200 authentic artifacts recovered from the Titanic wreck site. Visit greatscience.com
FRIDAY-SUNDAY
Derthick’s Corn Mazes. Corn mazes, jump pad, monster clue maze game, safe archery and big slides. Derthick’s Corn Maze, 5182 Twinsburg Warren Road, Mantua, derthickcornmaze.com
Through October 26
Pumpkin Pandemonium. Scavenger hunt, harvest maze, hayride and more. Heritage Farms, 6050 Riverview Road, Peninsula, heritagefarms.com
Through Mid-October
Pick Your Own Apples. Pick some great Ohio apples and take a wagon ride. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Patterson Farms, 8765 Mulberry Road, Chesterland, pattersonfarm.com
Through October 25
Hornyak Farms Fall Fest. Weekends full of fall fun. Check out the huge corn maze, grab a cup of cider, pick-your-own pumpkins and more. 15135 Rock Creek Road, Chardon, hornyakfarms.com
Through October 31
Pumpkin Days at Nickajack Farms. Pumpkin bowling, paintball and a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch. 11 a.m-7 p.m. 2955 Manchester Ave., Canal Fulton, nickajackfarms.com
Through November 1
U-Pick Apples & Fun Farm Activities. U-pick, maze and other activities. Weekends 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 50336 Telegraph Road, Amherst, hillcrestfunfarm.com
Through November 2
Arrowhead Orchard Fall Festival. Arrowhead Orchard’s Fall Festival is open for fun, fall activities. Located in Paris, Ohio (Stark County), offering fun for the whole family, including: apple picking, hayrides, corn maze, apple cannons, playground, pumpkins, sunflowers, food trucks, and more arrowheadorchard.com/fall-av
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Old West Pumpkin Fest at Rockin’-R-Ranch. More than just pumpkins, it’s fall fun for everyone. 12-5 p.m. 9/26-11/1. 19066 East River Road, Columbia Station, clevelandhayride.com
Annual Pumpkin Festival. Enjoy a fall day of family fun on the farm. Through 10/31. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Red Wagon Farm, 16081 E. River Road, Columbia Station, redwagonfarm.com
THROUGH Mid-October
Pick Your Own Apples. Pick some great Ohio apples and take a wagon ride. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Patterson Farms, 8765 Mulberry Road, Chesterland, pattersonfarm.com
THROUGH October 25
Pumpkin Pandemonium. Scavenger hunt, Harvest Maze, hayride and more. Heritage Farms, 6050 Riverview Road, Peninsula, heritagefarms.com
THROUGH October 31
Pumpkin Days at Nickajack Farms. Pumpkin bowling, paintball, and a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 2955 Manchester Ave., Canal Fulton, nickajackfarms.com
October 24 & 25
Halloween at Hambley. Stop by the nature center for some Halloween themed nature activities, displays, and a craft during the weekends in October 12 to 5 p.m. Susan Hambley Nature Center 1473 Parschen Boulevard, Brunswick. Visit here for info.
October 24
Curiosities at the Castle. See the iconic Squire’s Castle and its trails illuminated with luminaries and lanterns! At this free event, you will meet live animals, investigate bones, taxidermy, and all things curious. Learn about ancient creatures from the Natural History Museum, see exotic curiosities from Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, meet Mr. and Mrs. Squire come to life from the Western Reserve Historical Society, and shop local artist vendors. The Cleveland Metroparks and Piccolo food trucks will also be there for food options. Costumes encouraged. 5- 8 p.m. Cleveland Metroparks Squire’s Castle, 2844 River Rd, Willoughby Hills, OH. Visit here for info.
Creature Feature: Spiders. Learn about spiders such as orb weavers, wolf spiders, and nursery web spiders. After an inside presentation, take a hike around Oenslager Nature Center to look for some of these arachnids. Learn about how spiders live, where they live, and the important role these animals play in our environment. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Oenslager Nature Center
6100 Ridge Rd, Sharon Center. Visit here for info.
Owloween, happening 10:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.at Raptor Hallow Sanctuary. Alliance. Guests are invited to explore the ¼-mile wildlife trail and encounter some of Raptor Hallow’s most mysterious residents. As dusk settles over the sanctuary, you’ll come face-to-face with owls from around the world. raptorhallow.org/upcoming-events/owl-o-ween
Drop-by: Spooky Skulls and Skeletons. October is the perfect month to examine various animal skulls and skeletons. See what different species have in common and what makes them unique. 2 to 4 p.m. Rocky River Nature Center – Rocky River Reservation Visit here for info.
Chocolate Walk. Giveaways, swagbags, art and a delicious stroll through historic Medina’s Public Square and downtown area. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. medinacountyartscouncil.org
Fall Fun and Financials! Children will explore hands-on activities inspired by the season while building important money skills through our Grow & Go Bank. From playful, autumn-themed challenges to interactive lessons on saving, spending, and sharing, these activities are designed to make financial literacy fun, engaging, and easy to understand, helping kids grow confident with money while they play. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Akron Children’s Museum Visit here for info
Trunk or Treat .At this free event, presented by Wayside, visitors of all ages can explore the trucks and vehicles that help keep our parks beautiful while collecting treats from SMP staff. Costumes are encouraged for all ages! Leashed dogs are welcome. 5 to 7 p.m. Silver Creek Metro Park, Norton. summitmetroparks.org/program-events/truck-or-treat-5/
October 25
Family Day: Owls and Howls. A family-focused Halloween and nature celebration featuring live Animal Ambassadors, special animal shows, and interactive trick-or-treating for children. 10 a.m. Cleveland Museum of Natural History, 1 Wade Oval Dr, University Circle, Cleveland, cmnh.org/explore/calendar/2026/10/25/museum-family-day-owls-howls
Model Railroad & Toy Show. Trains, planes and all things that GO are on display for all ages. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Medina County Community Center, 735 Lafayette Road, Medina, conraddowdell.com
Hawks, Owls and Eagles, Oh My.. Hawks and owls are fascinating birds of prey known for their sharp vision and hunting skills. Hawks are active during the day, using speed and agility, while owls are nocturnal hunters known for their silent flight. Both play important roles in maintaining healthy ecosystems. Join a naturalist to learn how to identify these amazing creatures through their flight patterns and other distinguishing features. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Liberty Park, Twinsburg, Visit here for info
Find more fall fun! Check our listings of area corn mazes, hay rides, and apple orchards — or click here to view our complete Fall Fun Directory.
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