Fall events near Richmond
78 upcoming. Fall-season events around Richmond, Virginia: festivals, Halloween, Oktoberfests, corn mazes, pumpkin patches, markets and parades. Oct-Nov 2026.
TomorrowSaturday, October 17
8am, through Oct 31Free
Gallmeyer FarmsEast Richmond farm with pick-your-own and pre-picked pumpkins, free hayrides and a straw maze, plus a play area and weekend food and craft vendors. Admission and parking are free; pumpkins are priced separately.
SundayOctober 18
1 to 3pmFree
Gold Lion Community CafeSpooky-season drag brunch with local talent in Manchester. Free admission.
3 to 5pm
Dorey ParkHayrides, a pumpkin patch, a petting zoo, pony rides, and an autumn craft at Dorey Park. An afternoon of fall fun for ages 5 and up, hosted by Henrico County Recreation and Parks.
TuesdayOctober 20
6 to 8:30pm
River City SportsPlexChesterfield County's big Halloween night at River City SportsPlex: trick-or-treating, games and activities across the sports complex. Gates open at 6 p.m.; no glass, alcohol or pets.
ThursdayOctober 22
6 to 9pm
Poe Museum's Enchanted GardenThe Poe Museum's October UnHappy Hour in the Enchanted Garden: Halloween-themed drinks, music and after-hours museum access. Tickets $8-18.
6:30 to 8:30pm
Ettrick Recreation CenterEttrick Recreation Center's Halloween bash: monster mash dancing, trick-or-treating and family fun.
FridayOctober 23
2:30 to 11:59pm, through Oct 25$35
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Richmond - MidlothianLong-running tattoo convention, back at its longtime Midlothian hotel home, with tattoo artists from many styles, live art painted for charity, contests and seminars. Friday and Saturday run past midnight; times here are capped at 11:59 PM.
4 to 7pmFree
Virginia Museum of History & CultureCostumed trick-or-treating through the museum with 25+ nonprofit stations, crafts, games, a bounce house and trackless train.
4 to 7pmFree
Virginia Museum of History and CultureAnnual Halloween event with more than 25 local nonprofits hosting spooky trick-or-treat stations throughout the museum. Crafts, games, a Halloween band, bounce house, trackless train, chocolate-making demos, and free museum admission including the Barbie exhibition. Presented by Mars Snacking.
4:30 to 9pm
Deep Run ParkShow up in costume to collect candy from decorated Henrico County vehicles from 4:30 to 6:30, walk the spooky trail, then stay for a Halloween movie under the stars at 7pm.
6 to 8pm
Bensley Recreation CenterA family Halloween evening at Bensley Recreation Center with trick-or-treating and spooky-season activities.
6:30 to 9:45pm
Bolling Haxall HouseCandlelight's haunted Halloween classical concert at the historic Bolling Haxall House: a string quartet performs Halloween classics by candlelight. Two sessions, 6:30 and 8:45 p.m.
7:30 to 11:59pm, through Oct 26$29
Creepy Hollow Scream ParkScream Forest trail, Nightmare Labs, Farrington Asylum and Axl's Dark Carnival with 50+ live actors. Gates open 7pm.
SaturdayOctober 24
9am to 1pm
Dorey ParkCelebrate native plants and the ecosystems they support with native plant vendors, educational booths, kids activities, an insect costume parade, and free plant vouchers. Held next to the Dorey Park Farmers Market.
10am to 2pm
Lewis Ginter Botanical GardenFall harvest day with storytime, live music, seasonal crafts and comfort food across the gardens. Included with garden admission.
10 to 11:30am, one of 4 dates$20
Hollywood CemeteryGuided walk through Hollywood Cemetery covering its notable residents, monuments and views over the James River. The route runs 1 to 2 miles with inclines, rain or shine, and advance tickets are required.
11am to 2pm
Old GES FieldAnnual community fall festival hosted by Goochland County Parks and Recreation at the Old GES Field. Seasonal games, local flavors, and activities for all ages in a classic small town setting. Rain or shine. Oct 24, 11am to 2pm.
12 to 7pmFree
17th Street MarketFall market with a punk twist: local makers, food trucks, drinks, costume contests, booth-or-treat and live music.
2 to 4pm
ChesterHalloween at Henricus historical park: trick-or-treating plus historic tales in the re-created 1611 settlement.
2 to 5pm
Meadow Farm Museum at Crump ParkWalk the pastures of Meadow Farm Museum to meet the farm animals and gather treats and prizes along the way. Test your aim at the open archery range shooting at pumpkins.
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