Autumn in the desert might require fewer sweaters and hot beverages, but there is still a lot of fall fun to be had.
From corn mazes to pumpkin patches, read on to discover which family-friendly activities and attractions to check out for your Las Vegas fall fun.
Gilcrease Orchard
Dates: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, & Sundays (ongoing)
Time: 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: at 7800 N Tenaya Way, Las Vegas
The orchard has you covered with cider, donuts, apple picking, and a pumpkin patch. Arrive early for easy parking and shorter lines. Sign up for the orchard’s newsletter to get up-to-date information on which fruit is ready to pick and any seasonal changes in hours.
Springs Preserve Haunted Harvest
Dates: October 22-24 & 29-30
Time: 5:00-9:00 p.m.
Location: 333 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas
This event for all ages includes trick-or-treat stations, yummy food, and live entertainment. Reservations are required, and tickets must be purchased in advance online. Admission is free for children two and under and for donor members. Value members pay $8 and non-members pay $9. Purchase your tickets now before this event sells out!
Halloween Safe-Tacular and BOOster Bonanza
Date: October 30
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: 800 Hope Place, Las Vegas
Hosted by UMC Children’s Hospital, this is a Trunk-or-Treat-style event. Costumes are encouraged, and participants receive free goodies in addition to safety education.
Downtown Summerlin’s Parade of Mischief
Dates: Fridays & Saturdays in October
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Park Centre Drive, Las Vegas
Check out this Halloween-themed parade with the whole family. See if you can spot zombies, witches, wizards, and more along the route.
Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Garden
Dates: Ongoing (current theme through November 13)
Time: Open 24 hours
Location: 3600 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas
“Deeper Into the Woods” is the current theme of the floral display at the Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Garden. Located adjacent to the Bellagio’s lobby, this free attraction is worth checking out next time you are on the Strip.
Las Vegas Turkey Trot
Date: November 25
Time: Varies
Location: 18000 Highway 93, Boulder City (Parking & Packet Pick-up)
If exercising as a family is your thing, check out the Las Vegas Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day at the Lake Mead Recreational Area. Distances include a half marathon, 12K, 5K, and one mile run. Participants run along the Historic Railroad Trail, the remaining section of the Hoover Dam Railroad.
Haunt the Wetlands
Date: October 29
Time: 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: 7050 Wetlands Park Lane, Las Vegas
Clark County Wetlands Park will host this outdoor event featuring a spooky maze and creepy animal encounters. Space is limited, and participants should pre-register.
Moapa Valley Corn Maze
Date: Ongoing (see schedule here)
Time: Varies
Location: 1500 Lewis Ranch Rd, Moapa
Take a one-hour drive out of the city to enjoy the daytime corn maze, pumpkin patch, corn pit, cow train, and more. Visitors looking for something scarier can brave zombie paintball and the haunted corn maze.
