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Fall activities in and around Raleigh, NC
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items fall activities are the BEST activities! And Raleigh, NC has so many fun options!
Chase the fall colors with a hike at Eno River state park! Miles of trails of all difficulty levels. It’s a beautiful walk!
Eno River State Park
Get lost in over 2½ miles of maze paths, race down giant slides, and explore Adventure Zone favorites like the rope maze, corn tunnel, and gourd checkers! Enjoy hayrides, photo ops, and plenty of pumpkins, mums, and fall decor to take home.
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Ken's Korny Corn Maze & Fall Activities
Eat the most delicious brunch in the fall fresh open air patio overlooking the Raleigh skyline! Best restaurant view in raleigh in my opinion! The sweet potato hash is TO DIE for. Pair it with a Bloody Mary and 🤌 Thank me later
Wye Hill
📍 Raleigh, NC | October 16–26
Get ready for 11 days of fall fun at the N.C. State Fair!
🍭 Rides & Games galore on the midway
🍔 Delicious Fair Food from deep-fried treats to local favorites
🐮 Agriculture & Exhibits (my fav) animals, craft...
N.C. State Fair
Grab a warm beverage from concessions and explore a display of 40+ handcrafted lantern installations, each illuminated by thousands of LEDs and shaped into mythical beasts, architectural wonders, and nature scenes.
They even have fun light up swings...
North Carolina Chinese lantern festival
Experience the magic of Moonlight in the Garden at the JC Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh!
🌟 🌙 As night falls, the garden comes alive with stunning light displays, glowing pathways, live music, and cozy fire pits. Enjoy seasonal treats from local f...
Moonlight in the Garden - JC Raulston Arboretum - NC State University
Ok I’m more into the spooky not scary but this is actually fun! Haunted houses, haunted hay rides, and trails! And hot chocolate/snacks!
Clayton Fear Farm
📍 Clayton NC, about 20 mins east of Raleigh.
Boulevard west on a fall Saturday morning for a cozy hot coffee before a short walk over to the town outdoor market is what dreams are made of 😌 ☕️ 🍂 the practically magical October special is so good!...
Boulevard Coffee
Explore the giant corn maze, pick the perfect pumpkin, and enjoy seasonal treats that taste like autumn. Kids will love the wagon rides, bounce pillows, slides, and farm animals, while adults soak in the crisp air and fall scenery. From cozy weekends...
WELCOME | Phillips Farms of Cary
In Chapel Hill, just outside of Raleigh, you can carve pumpkins with goats!!! 🐐
And on October 18th they are hosting an adults only “boos and brews” event where you can enjoy live music, drinks, and cozy fall vibes around fire pits!!
To me- can’t g...
Spring Haven Farm
Discover the history, mystery, and ghostly legends of downtown Raleigh on this chilling late-night tour. Your ghost host will guide you through the city’s most haunted spots… just keep your eyes peeled for visitors from the past 👻
Haunted Trolley Tour
📅 Saturday, November 8, 2025
📍 First Baptist Church, 99 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh
⏰ Registration 10 AM
-Walk 11 AM
Step up to fight hunger, locally and globally! Join your community for a fun, family-friendly walk supporting local food pantries an...
Greater Triangle Area CROP Hunger Walk
This one you do have to travel, but not far! Just 90 minutes from Raleigh you can experience awesome pumpkin carving displays! There’s also monster mazes live pumpkin carvings and more! A fun tradition!
Pumpkins After Dark in Greensboro – Halloween Walk-Through