Fall is officially here, and Louisville is filled with seasonal fun. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly outing or a spooky night under the stars, this guide rounds up the best autumn activities to enjoy all season long.
Halloween Festivities!
- Jack-O’Lantern-Spectacular in Iroquois Park
- Experience over 5,000 artistically carved pumpkins that light up the trails of Iroquois Park. This walking experience blends art and Halloween spirit for all ages. Grab your tickets early so you don’t miss this glowing Louisville tradition.
- Address: Iroquois Park, 1080 Amphitheater Road
- Halloween on Hillcrest
- Once a friendly neighborhood competition, it’s now a nationally recognized display with some of the most elaborate Halloween decorations you’ll find anywhere. Swing by Hillcrest Avenue any day in October to stroll the block and soak in the eerie excitement.
- Address: Hillcrest and Frankfort, Louisville, KY 40206
- Boo at the Zoo
- One of Louisville’s not-so-scary Halloween celebrations, Boo in the Zoo, is perfect for families with children 11 and under. Costumes are encouraged, so dress up and enjoy trick-or-treating, rides, and special attractions throughout the Halloween season!
- Address: Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213
See a Fall Flick!
- Sauerbeck Family Drive in
- Throughout October, this drive-in brings the entertainment with spooky horror flicks on Wednesdays, and trunk-or-treat paired with family films on Saturdays. Be sure to grab your tickets online and come hungry, concessions will be available to fuel the fun.
- Address: 3210 D W Griffith Lane, Lagrange, KY 40031
Explore the Outdoors!
- Cherokee Park
- Take in the beauty of fall with a walk or drive through Louisville’s Cherokee Park. Whether you’re exploring the paved Scenic Loop or the Cherokee Park Trail, it is the perfect spot for a family outing filled with colorful foliage and fresh air.
- Address: Cherokee Park, 745 Cochran Hill Road
- Bernheim Arboretum and Forest
- If you’re looking for family fun or a challenge, Bernheim has an adventure for every kind of explorer. Stroll the Forest Giants Trail to meet three towering, nature-made sculptures that delight visitors of all ages or take on the Elm Lick Trail for a scenic hike through hilltops and creeks. On the first weekend of November join them for their Colorfest celebration with live music, giant slides, hands-on nature activities, and more!
- Address: 2499 Clermont Road, Clermont, KY 40110
- Farms and Pumpkin Patches
- Heading to a pumpkin patch or local farm is a beloved fall tradition, and luckily, there are plenty around Louisville! Whether you’re enjoying hayrides, exploring corn mazes, or enjoying apple cider, these spots offer festivities for the whole family.
- Huber’s Orchard and Winery – 19816 Huber Road, Borden, IN 47106
- Gallrein Farms – 1029 Virgo Road, Shelbyville, KY 40065
- Shady Lane Farm – 340 Smith Road, Shepherdsville, KY 40165
- Mulberry Orchard – 1330 Mulberry Pike, Shelbyville, KY 40065
