17+ Fall Activities in Pittsburgh: Fall 2026

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Last Updated 10/5/2026

One of my favorite things about living in Pennsylvania, and especially Pittsburgh, is that we get to experience all four seasons. Fall has always been my favorite time of year, and Pittsburgh is an awesome place for it. Between the fall foliage, apple picking, pumpkin patches in Pittsburgh and more, there’s no shortage of fall activities in Pittsburgh, PA.

Below is a rundown of our favorite fall things to do in Pittsburgh in 2026. Stay tuned for more info as details for 2026 fall activities in Pittsburgh are released.

Table of Contents: Things to do in Pittsburgh in the Fall

Soergel Orchards

Soergel’s Orchard is located in Wexford, PA just north of Pittsburgh. While the farm and country store are great to visit all year round, it’s also home to of the most popular fall festivals in Pittsburgh.

Throughout the year, you can find the following things to do at Soergels:

• Country Store with local goods and produce, plus a bakery and deli with a small cafe.
• Garden and home store with beautiful decor for the inside and outside of your house.
• Tiny Town play area for the kids behind the country store.
• Small petting zoo area with farm animals like goats and sheep.
• Naturally Soergel’s with specialty food items for those with specific dietary needs.
• Arsenal Cider House and wine shop.
• The gift barn, with a number of unique gifts including a dedicated toy area upstairs.
• Gem mining at Soergel’s is available as well.

Soergel Orchard’s Fall Festival

In addition to the regular offerings at Soergels, they hold an annual Fall Festival as well. It’s one of our favorite fall activities in Pittsburgh, and we look forward to attending on a weekday when the crowds are lower.

Below are the highlights for Soergel’s Fall Festival.

• The Soergels pumpkin patch and apple picking is typically available daily starting in mid September.
• Soergel’s market will be filled with fall goodies including pumpkin treats, candy apples and cider donuts for takeout only. Outside food vendors and picnic tables will not be available this year.
• The petting zoo area will be open with distancing measures in place.
• An outdoor market will be available on Saturdays and Sundays.
• Hayrides, games, pony rides and the “Tiny Town” play area are available as well.

More Information on Visiting Soergel Orchards

• Website: https://www.soergels.com
• Soergel’s Address: 2573 Brandt School Road, Wexford, PA 15090.
• Fall Festival Admission: Soergel’s Fall Festival Admission is free to get in and park. Apple picking, pumpkins and other items are available for additional cost.
• 2026 Soergels Fall Festival Dates: The fall festival at Soergel’s runs every Saturday and Sunday Sep 19th through November 1st from 10am-5pm. The pumpkin patch and apple picking at Soergels are typically available weekdays as well.

Freedom Farms Fall Festival

The Fall Festival at Freedom Farms is another one of our favorite fall things to do near Pittsburgh. Located in Butler County, the farm is spacious and includes one of our favorite pumpkin patches near Pittsburgh.

The highlights of the Fall Festival at Freedom Farms include:

• Corn filled play area with hay bales to climb on.
• Petting Zoo with goats, cows and more. (Bring quarters for the animal food dispensers.)
• Hay rides to the pumpkin patch to pick your own pumpkin.
• Fun corn maze for kids of all ages.
• Photo ops throughout and painted hay bales.
• Market with local vendors & crafts.
• Beer, wine and food available for purchase.
• Live music from local bands.

More Information on the Freedom Farms Butler, PA Fall Festival

• Website: https://www.freedomfarmspa.com/fall-festival
• Freedom Farms Address: 434 Overbrook Road, Valencia, PA
• Fall Festival Admission: $10 per person admission fee is charged prior to parking. Hayrides and other activities are included in admission. Children 3 and under are free.
• Freedom Farms Fall Festival 2026 Dates: Saturdays and Sundays in from October 3-25 from 11am- 5pm. (Plus Columbus Day) There will also be Trunk-or-Treat at Freedom Farms on October 25, 2026.

While you’re in the area, be sure to also check out the nearby Freedom Farms Market.

Irons Mill Farmstead

Iron Mills technically is a little further away from Pittsburgh, but with all of the fun things included at their fall festival it had to be added to our list. This Pittsburgh area farm festival is located in New Wilmington about an hour north of the city and it’s worth the drive! Some things you can find at Iron Mills Farmstead:

• Kid favorites like jumping pillows, potato sack slides and zip lines
• Animals to feed including goats, cows, bunnies, pigs and more (plus they have piggy and duck races on the weekends!)
• Several playground areas for big and little kids
• Huge Dolly Parton themed corn maze
• Character meet and greets, story time and other special activities on weekend afternoons
• Yummy food including frozen cider, pizza, burgers, loaded baked potatoes, funnel cakes and much more

More Information on Visiting Irons Mill Farmstead

• Website: https://www.ironsmill.com
• Irons Mill Address: 250 Greenfield Rd, New Wilmington, PA 16142
• Fall Festival Admission: Day Passes include admission and access to 40+ attractions. They’re $16 pp on Thursdays, $22 on Fridays and $27 on Saturday, Sunday and Columbus Day for ages 3-79. (Ages 2 and under and 80+ are free.) Parking is free.
• 2026 Irons Mill Fall Festival Dates: Irons Mill Fall Festival runs from the end of August through November 1, 2027.

Harvest Valley Farms Fall Festival

Harvest Valley Farms is another family farm located right at the border of Allegheny and Butler counties. It tends to be more low key than some of the other fall festivals in the area, and it’s one of our favorites for that reason.

The 2026 Harvest Valley Farms Fall Festival will include the following activities:

• Corn Stalk Maze, Corn Pit & Straw Tunnel for kids
• Food for sale from Harvest Valley Market, Mars Farmhouse Cafe & Craft Beer from Conny Creek Brewing
• Crafts and pumpkin carving kits for sale
• Petting area with farm animals
• Hayride throughout the farm
• Pumpkins for purchase as well as a pumpkin patch to pick your own.

Be sure to check out the nearby Harvest Valley Farmers Market for baked goods, fresh produced and other locally made items. The Harvest Valley Market is located at 5820 William Flynn Highway, Bakerstown, PA 15007.

More Information on Visiting Harvest Valley Farms

• Website: https://www.harvestvalleyfarms.com/fall-festival
• Harvest Valley Farms Address: 125 Ida Lane, Valencia, PA
• Fall Festival Admission: Admission and parking are free. Activities are pay as you go.
• 2026 Harvest Valley Farms Fall Festival Dates: Saturdays and Sundays in October from 10am-5pm. (Closed October 31st.)

Shenot Farm

Located in Wexford, PA, Shenot Farms is a family-owned farm and market right off of Route 910. If you’re looking for apple picking in Pittsburgh, Shenot Farms has a spacious area for picking apples. 2026 Shenot Farms apple picking is TBD- usually during the during the weekends. (Call as it gets closer to confirm times and availability.)

Shenot Farms is also home to another one of the best pumpkin patches in Pittsburgh. Hay rides at Shenot Farm are available on weekends, and visitors can access the pumpkin patch through a walking path. (Wagons and strollers are permitted- just make sure they can handle the uneven terrain!)

Another highlight of visiting Shenot Farms is the farmers market that’s open all year round. The market offers fudge and baked goods, pumpkins, apples, and several other local goods and produce. Right outside of the market, there’s also outdoor seating and a play area for kids.

Food trucks are typically available on the weekends during the fall as well.

More Information on Visiting Shenot Farm

• Website: https://www.shenotfarm.com
• Address: 3754 Wexford Run Road, Wexford, PA 15090
• Shenot Farm 2026 Fall Activity Admission: Last year, admission to the pumpkin patch was $5 on the weekends for ages 3+ with hayrides available. You can also walk to the pumpkin patch for free on weekdays.
• Shenot Farm 2026 Fall Activity Dates: The pumpkin patch at Shenot Farm runs September 26th through October 31, 2026. It’s open 7 days a week from 10am-5pm. Hayrides at Shenot are typically 11am- 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

Renshaw Farms Pumpkin Fest

Renshaw Farms is located in Freeport, PA, northeast of Pittsburgh. It’s a great festival for families, and some of the highlights of this fall festival near Pittsburgh include:

• Corn maze themed with Spookily the Square Pumpkin story.
• Large petting zoo area with horses, goats, sheep and more.
• Hay bale “mountain” and stacked tires for climbing.
• Hay rides to the pumpkin patch to pick and purchase your own pumpkins.)
• Games including mini golf, spiderweb rope climb, bouncing horses and more.
• Fun photo ops throughout the property.

There’s also a country store and food available for purchase at Renshaw Farms.

More Information on Visiting Renshaw Farms

• Website: http://www.renshawfarmspumpkinfest.com
• Address: 314 Ford City Road, Freeport, PA 16229
• Fall Festival Admission: Renshaw admission is $8 per person and includes several activities available at the pumpkin fest. Children 3 and under are free. Additional activities at Renshaw’s fall fest as well as pumpkins and food are available for an additional charge.
• 2026 Renshaw Farms Pumpkin Fest Dates: September 19, 20, 25, 26 & 27 and Fridays-Sundays in October from 11am-6pm.

ZooBoo at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium

The Pittsburgh ZooBoo is another one of our favorite fall activities in Pittsburgh. This annual Halloween event at Pittsburgh’s Zoo & Aquarium encourages kids to dress up in costume and trick or treat throughout.

The 2026 ZooBoo at Pittsburgh Zoo details are TBD, but it will likely include things like:

• Trick or Treat Trail with Halloween Candy handed out
• Candy and activity stops throughout the zoo (sponsored by local businesses.)
• Animals eating pumpkin treats throughout the zoo
• Zoo characters in costume throughout the zoo
• Halloween parade, dance party and costume contest

More Information on Visiting the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium

• Website: https://www.pittsburghzoo.org/event-zooboo/
• Pittsburgh Zoo Location: 7370 Baker Street Pittsburgh, PA 15206
• ZooBoo Admission: ZooBoo festivities are included with regular admission. Purchase tickets in advance to guarantee admission!
• 2026 Pittsburgh ZooBoo Dates: Saturdays and Sundays from October 17, 18, 24 & 25 from 10am-3pm.

2026 Jack O’ Lantern Extravaganza

The Jack O’ Lantern Extravaganza at Pittsburgh Zoo was also a hit last year and will likely be returning. From October 2 to November 1, the zoo will be lit up with jack o’ lanterns from 6:30-11pm most nights. Visitors can walk around the Village, Forest Passage, African Savannah, Jambo Plaza, The Islands and Jungle Odyssey with jack o’ lanterns decorated and lit up among the animal exhibits. This is a separately ticketed event, and you can find tickets here.

For more information on visiting the Pittsburgh Zoo, read these tips for visiting the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium.

Mars Applefest

Located in Mars, PA, Applefest is a fun family festival that’s one of our favorite Fall festivals near Pittsburgh. Things to do at the 2026 Mars Applefest will include:

• Live music and performances from local performers
• Local vendors and artists selling a variety of items
• Free activities for the kids
• Yummy apple themed and other foods for sale throughout

More Information on Visiting Mars Apple Fest

• Website: http://marsapplefest.com
• Address: Main streets in Mars, PA
• Mars Applefest Admission: Admission for Applefest is free, with several items available for purchase.
• 2026 Mars Applefest Date: October 3, 2026 from 10am- 4pm.

Fall Flower Show at Phipps Botanical Gardens

Phipps is another one of our favorite things to do in Pittsburgh for the holidays. The 2026 fall flower show at Phipps is “Alice’s Adventures in Autumn” to carry over the amazing details from the summer flower show. Highlights from the fall flower show at Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens include:

• The Cheshire Cat’s tree in Palm Court, covered in cobwebs and mums.
• Mad Hatter’s Tea Party in the East room becomes a “festive” fall feast
• Mums in shads of bronze, gold and orange are found in the Broderie Room
• Huge ladybugs made from chrysanthemums are in the Serpentine Room

Another highlight is the Garden train at Phipps. The theme for the Phipps train in 2026 is TBD!

More Information on the Fall Flower Show at Phipps

• Website: phipps.conservatory.org
• Phipps Address: One Schenley Park, Pittsburgh, PA
• Phipps Fall Show Admission: Admission for Phipps is $22.95 for adults, $20.95 for seniors and students and $13.95 for kids 2-18.
• 2026 Fall Flower Show Dates: Opens Saturday October 10

Halloween at the National Aviary

The National Aviary celebrates Halloween each year with “Owl-O-Ween.” This bird themed Halloween event includes:

• A scavenger hunt throughout the Aviary
• Fun activities at the Owl Discovery Zone including a craft, trivia, selfie station and dance party
• Trick or treating for the kids throughout the Aviary
• Expert talks about bats, owls, eagles and more

Kids are encouraged to dress in costume.

Owl-O-Ween is being held Saturday and Sunday October 18-19 and 25-26 from 11am-3pm. It’s included with general admission. See the National Aviary’s website for the full schedule of activities.

Additional Fall Activities in Pittsburgh

There are several more Pittsburgh Fall Festivals that we haven’t been to yet! Below are some additional ideas for fall activities that have been recommended by friends and followers. They include Pittsburgh Halloween events and great pumpkin patches near Pittsburgh, PA. Note: Most Pittsburgh pumpkin patches are open Saturday and Sunday from 10am-5pm. Check individual websites for details.

• Trax Farms Fall Festival in Finleyville, PA
• Triple B Farms Fall Fun Fall Festival in Monongahela, PA
• Hozak Farms fall festival in Clinton, PA
• Pumpkinland fall festival at Janoski’s Farm in Clinton, PA
• Hallowboo at Idlewild in Ligonier, PA
• Kennywood Phantom Fright Nights
• Scarehouse Pittsburgh (better suited for teens and adults)

Family-Friendly Pittsburgh Hotels

If you’re visiting Pittsburgh with kids (or without), we have a few recommendations for hotels in Pittsburgh. Although we live here, we’re all about a staycation in Pittsburgh and have stayed at all of these hotels over the years.

• The Westin Pittsburgh has an indoor pool and a family suite available. for families. It’s located downtown, right next to the Pittsburgh Convention Center.
• The Embassy Suites Hotel in Downtown Pittsburgh is an all-suite hotel with awesome free breakfast and an indoor pool.
• The Hampton Inn & Suites Pittsburgh- Downtown is located in the Strip District and offers free breakfast and an indoor pool.
• The Sheraton Hotel in Station Square Pittsburgh is located across the river from downtown Pittsburgh. It’s right next to The Gateway Clipper and has awesome views of the city, along with an indoor pool.

Additional Ideas for Fun Things to Do in Pittsburgh

Check out these blog posts for additional ideas for family-friendly Pittsburgh things to do throughout the year.

• 25+ Weekend Trips from Pittsburgh
• 13 Fun Things to Do With Kids in Pittsburgh
• The Best Things to Do With Toddlers in Pittsburgh
• Family-Friendly Pittsburgh Restaurants

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