There are so many ways to celebrate the fall season with the whole family in Delaware. If you’re looking for fall activities for kids to enjoy, add these festivals, trick or treat experiences and other fall events to your calendar. From ghost ship tours to unique animal encounters, here are 10 ways to embrace the fall season with kids in Delaware.
1. Fall Fest at Fifer’s
Saturday, September 21 – Saturday, November 9
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Fifer’s! The Camden-Wyoming orchard offers plenty of fall fun for the little ones, from farm animal encounters and playground areas to sweet treats like cider slushies, outdoor games, face painting, live music and more. Head to the farm to pick the perfect pumpkin, then stick around to explore the corn maze, grab a farm-fresh lunch at the farm store and enjoy all the farm has to offer during its peak season.
1919 Allabands Mill Road, Camden-Wyoming
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2. Boo at the Zoo
Friday, October 18 – Sunday, October 20
The Brandywine Zoo is always a fun visit for parents. If you’re looking for fall activities for kids this season, Boo at the Zoo is a must! Everyone is encouraged to visit in costume all weekend long. Visit the zoo animals and enjoy Halloween treats and activities between the animal exhibits.
1001 North Park Drive, Wilmington
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3. Schellville Fall Harvest Fest
Saturday, October 12; Sunday, October 13; Sunday, October 20
Schellville is most popular for its winter wonderland festival during the Christmas season, but don’t miss out on the fall fun! The Harvest Fest offers plenty of fall activities for kids, including hayrides, balloon making, face painting, rides and games, pumpkin decorating, costumed characters and much more.
36470 Seaside Outlet Drive, Rehoboth Beach
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4. Children’s Halloween Fantasy Trail
Saturday, October 12
If you’re looking for a fall activity for younger kids, this fantasy trail in Camden is ideal for children ages two to seven. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., cartoon and storybook characters will hand out treats along a Halloween Fantasy Trail through Camden. This is a cash-only event that costs $5 per person, so make a stop at the ATM before arriving. Children will be given a complimentary trick-or-treat bag filled with candy at the end of the trail, so your little ones will leave with plenty of treats.
80 Old Camden Road, Camden
5. Trunk or Treat at Parsons Farms Produce
Saturday, October 19
Parsons Farm offers fun fall activities for kids throughout the season. From 3-6 p.m. on October 19, swing by for the annual Trunk or Treat event. In this spooky adventure, ghosts, ghouls and goblins will hand out delicious treats as local businesses show off their creative side with a competition for the best trunk. This event is great for all ages from toddlers to 12-year-olds.
30381 Armory Road, Dagsboro
6. Kalmar Nyckel Halloween Ghost Ship
Saturday, October 19
This family-friendly event offers plenty of fun for children and adults alike. After a successful Halloween last year, the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation brings this day of Halloween fun back to its Shipyard in 2024. Enjoy indoor ghost ship tours, outdoor pumpkin painting, a costume parade, crafts, free tours of the ship and more.
1124 East 7th Street, Wilmington
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7. Ciders & Spiders Fall Family Event at Hudson Fields
Saturday, October 19
Head to Hudson Fields in Milton for this fun festival celebrating all things fall. Enjoy apple cider, Fifer’s fresh apple cider donuts, broomstick races, shopping with over 100 local vendors and artisans, a petting zoo, face painting and much more. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and festival-goers can grab lunch from local food trucks on-site.
29977 Eagle Crest Road, Milton
8. Trunk or Treat & Haunted House at Sussex YMCA
Friday, October 25
Sussex YMCA celebrates Halloween season with plenty of fall activities for kids to enjoy. Along with trunk or treat, kids can look forward to crafts, games, s’mores, a Haunted Hallway experience and more.
9. Halloween at Hagley
Saturday, October 26
If you’re looking for a safe and fun place to take the kids trick or treating this year, head to Hagley Museum on Saturday, October 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Halloween at Hagley. Come in costume and get ready for exploring and stopping at various treat stations throughout the powder yard.
200 Hagley Creek Road, Wilmington
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10. Trick or Treat & Block Party on Main
Sunday, October 27
In Middletown, this Trick or Treat & Block Party offers plenty of fun fall activities for kids from 4:30-6:30 p.m. This annual party includes a DJ, trick or treat experiences from local businesses and plenty of treats for the little ones.
West Main Street, Middletown
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