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2022 Fall Activities Guide for The Chester County Area

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2022 Fall Activities Guide for The Chester County Area


The kids are back to school, and cooler weather is on the way. There are plenty of hayrides, apple festivals, pumpkin picking, and many more fall events happening in the area this fall.






 September 17th thru October 31st
This Halloween display of colorful cartoon characters, scarecrows, hay hutch, & over ten tons of pumpkins is always a hit!

DAYTIME HAYRIDES – $7
Kids will adore a daytime hayride through friendly woods. Appropriate for all ages.

MAZES – $4
Includes Cornstalk Maze, Halloween Funhouse, and Casper’s Castle.
Combo ticket for daytime hayride and mazes: $9

Haunted Hayrides
Brace yourself for plenty of scares as you ride through our haunted woods, full of monsters! Not recommended for children under 8.

Haunted Hedge Maze
NEW this year! Wind through the tall, dark hedges with monsters waiting around every corner.




September 16th through November 5th

Cherry Crest Adventure Farm is a 15-acre farm located in Lancaster, with 50+ Farm Fun activities, including the Hay Chute Slide and Straw Bale Racer, Jump Pillow, Farm Tour Wagon Ride, Petting Zoo and Farm Experience Center, Corny’s Ball-cade, and everyone's favorite the Corn Maze.






September 25th -October 30th

Visit Pumpkin Garden, where your kids will love the pillow bounce, moon bounces, the brand new barn bounce, and pumpkin jump. Have a blast with the corn cannon. Mine for gems at our all-new gem mining experience. Visit the animals at the Petting Zoo. With train rides, pedal carts, hay bale mazes, and more, the kids are sure to have fun! But the fun doesn’t end there! Take a hayride down to the Pumpkin Patch to pick your own pumpkin. Or see if how quickly you can find your way through the 5-acre corn maze.





October 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, and 30th

Philadelphia Zoo is adding a little green to your Halloween with the return of
 Boo at the Zoo!
Enjoy festive fall offerings available for purchase throughout the Zoo: hot apple cider, reusable Boo at the Zoo trick-or-treat bags, and much more!
Set out on a Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt and discover your favorite animals in the form of life-size scarecrows!







September 23rd -October 31st

Teens and Tweens will enjoy The Bates Motel & Haunted Hayride that has been voted the #1 haunt in the country and has been featured on the Travel Channel. 





October 20th -22nd

Join us for a three-day Chadds Ford tradition where over 70 giant pumpkins are carved by local artists on Thursday and will be lit and displayed on Friday & Saturday. All three nights, enjoy a 'kid-friendly' Haunted Trail, raffle prizes, and live music. Food, local craft beer, and wine are available for purchase.











September 5th - October 31st

Over 100 spectacular scarecrows line the autumn-tinted pathways of Peddler’s Village during our 42nd annual Scarecrows in the Village, on display from September 6 through October 30! View and vote for your favorite larger-than-life creations in this Bucks County tradition for eight fun-filled weeks. Some scarecrows are inspired by famous characters, some are humorous, and some are scary – but all of them are carefully handmade by Philly-area residents and organizations.

Enjoy fun fall activities, including our annual Scarecrow-Making Workshops (reserve your spot online) and pumpkin painting, live entertainment every weekend, and delicious fall-inspired specials at Village restaurants.
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Weekends starting October 1st -October 30th

Enjoy a fully decorated park full of family-friendly ghouls, ghosts, and spooks! Soak in the colors of fall with all your royal friends at Dutch Wonderland in a safe non-scary environment for kids! Laugh, scream, and cackle with over 30 of our favorite rides and attractions themed for the season! 





October 21st- October 23rd
10:00am to 3:00pm

Celebrate Halloween Brandywine Zoo-style with this merry, not scary, event. All are invited to wear costumes while visiting the zoo animals. Plenty of treats and activities. Kids will receive a pre-packaged treat bag at the end! Members DO NOT need to register for this event! Tickets are available at the door and online. Online purchase recommended. 





September 17 - November 6

Come in costume and celebrate silly, not-too-spooky fun at The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place! The park will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven, and guests will enjoy trick-or-treating around the park, Halloween-themed shows, participating in our interactive Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt, and unique photo opportunities with everyone’s favorite furry friends dressed up in costume on their Halloween-themed floats! 









 October 29th

1:00pm to 4:00pm

At 1pm, on the corner of Forrest and Haverford Avenues, Halloween kicks off with this popular annual scavenger hunt. Children of all ages are invited to join in this free event, where kids search downtown Narberth high and low for the witchiest witches around. They collect treats along the way and then return to the start to collect a Halloween prize.



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Fun Things To Do In Chester County This Weekend For Families And Kids October 29th, 30th, and 31st

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Fun Things To Do In Chester County This Weekend For Families And Kids October 29th, 30th, and 31st
A list of best things to do in Chester County this weekend
 October 29th, 30th, and 31st






What to do this weekend with your family? Here is a list of things you can enjoy with your family this weekend. There is so much to do for families and kids, especially now that most venues are open and happy to welcome you back. 



Join Us on Friday, October 29th from 9:30am to 12 Noon for Toddler Time Trick Or Treat to Celebrate Halloween 2021! Bring your best costume and explore our treehouses for treats, no trick needed! Well, maybe one trick.



Join Caln Township Parks and Recreation for our annual Halloween Party! This year's FREE event will feature a costume contest (by age group), games, and activities! The costume contest will start right at 1pm, so don't be late! Well-behaved pets are welcome to participate in their own Pet Costume Contest!
Rain date - Sunday, October 31



All families are invited to the 1st annual Malvern Borough Parks and Recreation Monster Mash! Our wonderful Malvern first responders will be there with fire trucks and police cars to explore. DJ spinning the spooky tunes, goody bags, pumpkins, and snacks will be provided by the Parks and Recreation committee.
We would love to see your creative costumes at this event!


Celebrate Halloween at Trick or Treat Town Center! On October 30th, dress in your spookiest costume to walk the town center for delicious treats. 



Two hours of spooky Halloween family-friendly fun! Come in costume and enjoy activities and treats at the museum.



Join us for a family-friendly Halloween train ride! Wear your favorite costume and ride our heated train to enjoy the beautiful Chester Creek Valley in all of its Fall splendor! During your brief stop at the historic Glen Mills station, passengers can disembark and explore the historic station and our picnic grove. Passengers can also collect a few treats while at the station. A simple fun event for everyone to enjoy.


Boo Just For You at Elmwood Park Zoo

Join us at the zoo for some special after-hours trick-or-treating fun! This after-hours access of our regularly scheduled Boo at the Zoo event is specially geared for our guests with special needs along with their families and caregivers. This is a great opportunity to experience and enjoy Boo at the Zoo in a more relaxed setting, perfect for those with sensory sensitivities. Guests can walk the zoo and participate in treat stations, animal meet-and-greets, a costume parade, and more! Don’t forget your costume and your trick-or-treat bag!


Pumpkin Playground at Longwood Gardens

Visit the Children’s Corner in the Idea Garden for interactive play. Find the perfect opportunity for a festive fall photo amid our whimsical seasonal display of pumpkins, gourds, and corn husk towers.



Boo at the Zoo

Join us for three spooky weekends this October during our annual fall extravaganza! Come dressed in your favorite costume; enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, and festive fall offerings; and have a spooktacular time!


Parking Lot Horrors Haunted Drive-Thru

Exton Square Mall will show Halloween movies in its parking lot throughout October. While moviegoers watch the on-screen frights, costumed staff will roam the crowds and scare audiences sitting in their cars.



Pumpkin Harvest Weekends at Milky Way Farm

Our annual pumpkin harvest season at Milky Way Farm runs Sept 25-Oct 31, 2021. For Saturdays and Sundays, individual tickets must be purchased in advance to limit capacity in response to COVID19 regulations. Stroll to the pumpkin patch, wander through the corn maze, take family photos, and visit the farm animals as part of your 2-hour $5 admission ticket. Bring your own wagon to carry pumpkins, fall harvest items, vegetables, and honey products that may be purchased during your visit. There will not be free hayrides however we are offering private hayride wagon trips to the patch for $75 (the wagon can fit 20 family and friends).



The Count's Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place

Come in costume and celebrate silly, not-too-spooky fun at The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place! The park will be transformed into a family-friendly Halloween haven and guests will enjoy trick-or-treating around the park, Halloween-themed shows, participating in our interactive Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt, and unique photo opportunities with everyone’s favorite furry friends dressed up in costume on their Halloween-themed floats! 



Scarecrows in the Village at Peddler's Village

Over 100 spectacular scarecrows line the autumn-tinted pathways of Peddler’s Village during our 42nd annual Scarecrows in the Village, on display from September 6 through October 30! For eight fun-filled weeks, view and vote for your favorite larger-than-life creations in this Bucks County tradition. Some scarecrows are inspired by famous characters, some are humorous, some are scary – but all of them are carefully handmade by Philly-area residents and organizations.

Enjoy fun fall activities, including our annual Scarecrow-Making Workshops (reserve your spot online) and pumpkin painting, live entertainment every weekend, and delicious fall-inspired specials at Village restaurants.



Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire

Join the fun at The Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire  The Renaissance fair occurring over 13 weekends from early August through late October on the grounds of the Mount Hope Estate and Winery in Manheim, Pennsylvania. 




Travel back in time 66 million years ago and journey to an age when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Encounter 24 life-size creatures, learn about these prehistoric giants, the rise of humans, and our impact on wildlife and the planet!  Timed tickets are required.



Crisp, fresh, and altogether refreshing, autumn at Longwood is a season of constant shifts in hue and texture … yet ever-present beauty.



Pay What You Wish at the Philadelphia Museum of Art

Guests to the Philadelphia Museum of Art can pay what they wish for admission every Friday evening and the first Sunday of the month. Reservations are required.



Open Play at Urban Air Downingtown

Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park have adventures behind every corner. They are the ultimate indoor playground for your entire family. Take your kids’ birthday party to the next level or spend a day of fun with the family, and you’ll see why we’re more than just a trampoline park.

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Fun Things to Do With Kids In Chester County is not responsible for and can not be held liable for any of the events or activities posted on this blog. Events and activities are posted for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy of the times, dates, or locations of activities and events. We also do not guarantee that you and your kids will have fun, but we hope you will.

COVID-19 DISCLAIMER

All the contents on this website and all social media platforms are provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is intended to offer guidance regarding venues and businesses that are reopening. The ultimate judgment regarding any specific activity is yours. We do not take any responsibility for any decision you make with the information provided on this website and on our social media platforms. We are not medical doctors or professionals, nor do we have any medical or scientific training, education, or experience. You should follow government guidelines for safe practices for yourself and your family members before making any decisions relating to any activities that are outside your home.

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Halloween Fun in COVID Times

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Halloween Fun in COVID Times
Halloween may look a little different this year.  Here are a few ideas on different ways to have fun this Halloween.

    

Halloween Movie Night

Make some yummy snacks and pick out some Halloween favorites to watch as a family.

Neighborhood Decorating Contest

Get a group of neighbors together to decorate their houses.  Then walk through the neighborhood and pick your favorites.

Family Jack- o- lantern contest

Gather crafting supplies that you have around the house and decorate pumpkins.  Select a theme to add some more fun.

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

Make a list of items for the kids to find in the house and see who can find them the fastest.


Halloween Egg Hunt

Hide wrapped candy in the yard before it gets dark and then have the kids use flashlights to find the treats.




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Fun Things to Do With Kids In Chester County is not responsible for and can not be held liable for any of the events or activities posted on this blog. Events and activities are posted for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee the accuracy of the times, dates or locations of activities and events. We also do not guarantee that you and your kids will have fun, but we hope you will.

COVID-19 DISCLAIMER

All the contents on this website and all social media platforms are provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is intended to offer guidance regarding venues and businesses that are reopening. The ultimate judgment regarding any specific activity is yours. We do not take any responsibilities for any decision you make with the information provided on this website and on our social media platforms. We are not medical doctors or professionals, nor do we have any medical or scientific training, education, or experience. You should follow government guidelines for safe practices for yourself and your family members before making any decisions relating to any activities that are outside your home.


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Halloween Parades and Halloween Events in the Philadelphia Area

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Halloween Parades and Halloween Events in the Philadelphia Area


Halloween Parades 

West Chester - October. 24th - 7PM

Downtown Oxford- October. 26th -6:30pm

Media - October. 27th - 2PM (State Street)

Caln Township - October 27th at 1 pm

The Witches of Narberth scavenger hunt October 27th 1pm to 4pm

Linvilla Orchards- October 28th -3pm

Thornbury -October 28th- 1:00 (Thornbury Park)

Narberth October 30th at 6pm 
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Trick or Treating Safety Tips

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Trick or Treating Safety Tips
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Halloween Skate Sessions at Chester County Sports Arena

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Halloween Skate Sessions at Chester County Sports Arena



For more information: http://chestercountysportsarena.com

  Location: Chester County Sports Arena, 4533 W. Lincoln Highway, Downingtown, PA 19335

  Cost: $5-$10 to Enter|$2 for Roller|$3 for Inline
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Halloween Parades and Halloween Events in the Philadelphia Area

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Halloween Parades and Halloween Events in the Philadelphia Area


Halloween Parades 
  • Thornbury -October 22nd- 1:00 (Thornbury Park)
  • Media - October. 28th - 2PM (State Street)


Amusement Park Halloween Fun

The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular at Sesame Place




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The Best Pumpkin Patches In and Around Chester County

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The Best Pumpkin Patches In and Around Chester County
It's time to find the perfect pumpkin to decorate.  We have a list of the best pumpkin patches in and around the Philadelphia Area.  We even included a few pumpkin events for your family to visit for some inspiration.

September 16th - October 30th

Every Weekend in the Fall. Activities including 
    Face paint, Scarecrow building (we provide clothes and hay, you assemble and can take home, Sand art, KidKorral and Hayrides  



October 6th- October 31st

The fall harvest is here and don’t miss the excitement at PumkinFest! Come take a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch to find the perfect pumpkin, or to the apple orchard to pick juicy, delicious apples (while supplies last), not to mention all the festival fun listed below. Take a break at the Silo with locally brewed craft beer or Rose Bank Winery wines, or grab a bite at one of our food establishments. Make memories with a day full of family fun!






September 9th through November 5th

An annual trip to Pumpkinland has been a family tradition for generations of Delaware Valley Residents. During the months of September and October, Pumpkinland takes center stage at Linvilla Orchards. Larger than life figures and scarecrows illustrate the legends and lore of the harvest season, local history and some of the many stories of pumpkins and apples.

 September 30th-October 29th 


Milky Way Farm hosts a Pumpkin Harvest Season, a pick-your-own pumpkin patch and corn maze, from Sept 30th-Oct 29th – 5 weekends. Milky Way Farm has been featured as “12 Perfectly Pleasant Pumpkin Patches in Pennsylvania”.
September 23rd -October 29th

Visit Pumpkin Garden where your kids will love the pillow bounce, moon bounces the brand new barn bounce and pumpkin jump. Have a blast with the corn cannon. Mine for gems at our all new gem mining experience. Visit with the animals at the Petting Zoo. With train rides, pedal carts, hay bale mazes, and more the kids are sure to have fun! But the fun doesn’t end there! Take a hayride down to the Pumpkin Patch to pick your own pumpkin. Or see if how quickly you can find your way through the 5-acre corn maze. 



September 29th - October 31st

Ride a tractor-drawn wagon out to the pumpkin patch, where you can spend as long as you want to select the perfect pumpkins for every member of the family. Be sure you bring along your camera for some priceless photos. Of course, you can also just take the hayride, and get your pumpkins on another weekend.




September 30th -October 31st

See, touch, and say cheese for a festive fall photo with our pumpkins! Be sure not to miss our largest pumpkin on display, weighing in at more than 800 pounds in the Idea Garden's vegetable garden.



Saturday, October 21, Noon – 2 pm

Pick out a pumpkin from the Franklin Square Pumpkin Patch and decorate it with spooky designs to take home. FREE! Recommended for children 10 and under. Limit: 1 pumpkin per child. 




Sat. Oct. 21, 2017 
10:30-4:00 pm

Celebrate all things pumpkin! Featuring derby races, a carnival, crafts, live music, and much more! Crawl the town sampling pumpkin treats and products from local businesses, carve a mini-pumpkin, or compete in one of the contests for some great prizes.




October 19th-21st

Watch local artists carve huge pumpkins (5-9PM). See candle-lit carved pumpkins Fri.-Sat (5-9PM). All Three nights of family fun, food, live music, and hayrides!







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Fun Things To Do With Kids in Chester County Top 10 Weekend Events for October 28th, 29th & 30th

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Fun Things To Do With Kids in Chester County Top 10 Weekend Events for October 28th, 29th & 30th
Our top 10 picks for this weekend October 28th, 29th & 30th



Friday 

1. Friday Morning Crafts at Monkey Fish Toys West Chester

2. Fall Harvest Weekends at Highland Orchards

3. Community Trick or Treat at First Presbyterian Church of West Chester



Saturday 

4.  Head to the Philadelphia Zoo for Boo at the Zoo (Saturday & Sunday)

5. The Secret Agent Corn Maze at Hurricane Hill Farm

6. Learn about World Cultures Series:Day of the Dead at the Penn Museum

7. Visit Sugartown Pumpkin Patch

8. Milky Way Farm Pumpkin Harvest Season



Sunday

8. West Goshen Annual Harvest Festival

 9. Kennett Square Halloween Parade

10. The Great Pumpkin Express on the West Chester Rail Road




Bonus Events
Head to Michaels KIDS CLUB  for a Monster Bash with a parade and crafts


Witches of Narberth

Chester County Art Association Mommy and Me at the Exton Square Mall

 Toddler Time at Sky Zone Glen Mills


Check out the calendar for more ideas
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