Arizona’s Best Fall Activities for Kids

Looking for something fun and fall-themed to occupy the kids here in Arizona?

I’m going to give you the top places to take them this fall that will be tons of fun for them (and for you too!) Nannies, this is a great day trip with the kids. Parents, this is a fun place to take the kids on a day off or on the weekend. Have fun with those precious kids and make some falltime memories at these locations:

Pumpkin Patches:

Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek, AZ– this has been voted for the best fall festival in the valley. Schnepf Farms is hosting its annual Pumpkin and Chili Party too! They have so many fun activities like spinning teacups ate even yes, pig races! To learn more, go here.

Marana Pumpkin Patch in Marana, AZ– this farm has tons of fun activities like a mini train, petting zoo, corn maze, a 50-acre pumpkin patch where you can pick your own pumpkin and more. To learn more, go here.

Vertuccio Farms in Mesa, AZ– so many exciting things to do there including a 5-acre corn maze and mini zip line for the kids. To learn more, go here.

Tolmachoff Farms in Glendale AZ– this is another fun spot to enjoy! They have a pumpkin patch, haunted corn maze, mini-corn maze for the kids, petting zoo, tomato cannon, bounce house and train rides. They also have food vendors set up! To learn more, go here.

Enchanted Pumpkin Garden in Carefree, AZ– this is a one of a kind enchanted pumpkin garden where the exhibits change each day with different carved pumpkins. You can also witness live pumpkin carving by Ray Villafane, a world-famous artist. There are also whimsical pumpkin characters and fun photo-ops with the massive 400 pound carved, “King of Carefree” pumpkin. They also have a corn maze, pumping pie eating contest, face painting, arts and crafts, and costume contests. Lots of unique fun for the whole family! To learn more, go here.

Mortimer Farms in Dewey, AZ– this is a fun place for the family! They have a 15-acre pumpkin patch and a 15-acre corn maze. Lots of activities including pig races, dog races, obstacles course, gem mining, zip lines, slides, corn hole games, hay ride tours, and even some circus and illusion shows. They have farm inspired games and activities that will keep the kids entertained for a while! To learn more, go here.

MacDonald’s Ranch in Scottsdale, AZ– located right in Scottsdale for North Valley residents but it’s also worth the drive! You get to experience a real western hayride pulled by mules and horses to go pick out your perfect pumpkin at their pumpkin patch. There is an amazing petting zoo for the kids that includes many animals as well as a hay maze to get lost in (haha well hopefully not!). There’s face painting, gold panning, duck faces, pedal cars, and more! To learn more, go here.

The Pumpkin Patch Train in Williams, AZ– if you want a different pumpkin patch experience, then take a ride on the Pumpkin Patch Train. You can dress up in your costumes and enjoy a train ride through the Arizona countryside. The trains take the guests to a hidden pumpkin patch to pick from and then decorate the pumpkin of your choice. It only occurs eight times through the month of October so check it out today! To learn more, go here.

Other Activities:

Apple Annie’s Orchard in Willcox, AZ– this is where you go for a fall-themed breakfast then you have a chance to roam the fruit orchard and fields of pumpkins. They also have corn maze! To learn more, go here.

Sea Life Arizona’s Underwater Superhero Spooktacular in Tempe, AZ.- this is a fun activity where your kids can dress up as their favorite superhero and check out all the sea life as well as interactive superhero pods. To learn more, go here.

Halloween Town AZ in Chandler, AZ– this is located at the Phoenix Premium Outlets and includes arts & crafts, pumpkins, rides, and games. A side perk is you can go shopping too! (win-win for ya mamas!) To learn more, click here.

23rd Annual Pumpkins at the Peak in Phoenix, AZ– this is located at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort and includes lots of fun games, arts & crafts, face painting and even a Dancing’ Dad Contest! To learn more, click here.

Salt River Fields Balloon Spooktacular in Scottsdale, AZ- this is an amazing experience where you can watch the night sky light up with many hot air balloons while the kids can play games, wander through the pumpkin patch, wander through the Spook trail, and more! To learn more, click here.

These are the top places that I’ve discovered or researched when I think of the best places to take the kids this fall in Arizona. There is even more and so much to choose from here in Arizona. I hope you take advantage of these amazing locations and visit one or more of them this fall! The kids will surely have fun and I bet you will too!

Also, if you are in the transition of childcare or need someone to talk to you about the possibility to help your family out such as a nanny, newborn care specialist, or household manager, then click here, our Family Section on our website to find out more! I’d love to help you find that perfect fit for you and your family that will help in tremendous ways!