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Fall Bucket List -Central California (Fall Activities)
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items Autumn or Fall is one of the best times of year there are so many events meant to bring us together and enjoy the bounty of the harvest. these are some of the things I try to do in different parts of southern California .
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San Bernardino & Riverside CA
Heisperia & Victorville CA
Tehacahpi, CA
Ridgecrest & Bakersfield CA
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San Bernardino & Riverside CA
San Bernadino and Riverside are close though that going between the two places for family fun and events is easy
Their pumpkin patch is adorable and once again doubles up for Christmas fun as well!
Pumpkin Season | Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch & Christmas Tree Farm, Redlands CA – Pumpkin Patch is open October with Rides, Slides, Petting Zoo, Games, Food and more! In December, Christmas Trees, Gift Shop, Campfire, S’mores, Hot Chocolate, Santa and more! Relax on the farm with family.
Apple farms have a special place in my heart for fall. I love the rich ciders and apple fritters.
Willowbrook Farm | Southern California Apple Farm
Oktoberfest's are another big favorite in my books
Redlands Oktoberfest Annual Event at Sylvan Park
Heisperia & Victorville CA
Another part of the desert that isn't quite as high but offers many family friendly activities.
I love this place for their pumpkin patch and Christmas adventures.
Hesperia | Seasonal Adventures
more beautiful parts of central California to celebrate the changing seasons
Fall Festival | Victorville, CA
Tehacahpi, CA
The greener part of the high feeder this is a former railroad hub turned cozy tourist spot and lovely hometown.
Held annually in August it's a great start to fall fun.
Tehachapi Mountain Festival
Some of the best apples I’ve ever had came from the Tehachapi apple festival
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sometimes I forget they have a winey I'm often so excited taking my kids places I forget to find something for myself
Fall Wine Festival
Ridgecrest & Bakersfield CA
the high desert has it own gems and places to visit once the temperatures drop around death valley
the Kern county fair takes place in September but its 10 days of exciting fun and awesome foods
Kern County Fair
with a point of celebrating more native and indigenous peoples, this is another wonderful fall event .
Okihi Fall Fest 2024
the Local bank is very proud of their event and the kids love it as well
Ridgecrest Fall Festival | AltaOne FCU
this one is a bit of a sleeper hit, the parking is not great but its aways a fun day
Desert Empire Fairgrounds & Events Center | Ridgecrest, California
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Taking the whole family someplace always involves logistics and comfort especially when the family is neurodivergent. these are my winners for keeping panda, penguin and me sane on long fun days
my kids are happiest when comfy and I keep these in case hoodies are forgotten and the wind bites
Aemicion Kids Wearable Blanket Hoodie Teal
hand warmers are not just for hands. I have taken them and put them on a hoodie and made sure it was warm to reduce temperature changes when getting panda warmed up
Gaiatop 2 Pack Rechargeable Hand Warmers
My little penguin turned one and knows no fear so this is our safety compromise to keep her safe.
Accmor Toddler Butterfly Harness Leash
Less processed snacks require a little more planning, and these help make it easier to do
PackIt Freezable Snack Box, Tie Dye Sorbet
Because even when having fun we need to keep from being overstimulated and isolating sound seems to help my little people the best.
iClever Kids Noise Cancelling Headphones