Published October 1, 2025

🎃 Your Guide to Fall Fun in Southeastern Wisconsin

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Written by Kim Rogowski

Fall activities in Southeastern Wisconsin

Fall in Wisconsin is full of cozy vibes, crisp air, and plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy the season. Whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect pumpkin, want to sip cider at a local festival, or you’re brave enough to walk through a haunted trail, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your go-to guide for fall activities across Southeastern Wisconsin!

🍂 Pumpkin Patches

Make the most of the season by visiting one of these local pumpkin patches. From hayrides to cider donuts, you’ll find fun for all ages.

New Berlin

Franklin

Cedarburg

Mukwonago

Mequon

Franksville

Colgate

Waterford

  • Bear Den Petting Zoo & Farm – 6831 Big Bend Rd. (Hwy 164) - More Information

Fredonia

Elkhorn


🎡 Fall Festivals

From apple picking to craft beer to live music, these fall festivals are packed with autumn fun. Be sure to mark your calendars!

Fall Street Festival
October 4 | 11 AM–5 PM | Downtown Port Washington

Falls Harvest Fest
October 4 | Mill Pond Park, Menomonee Falls

Cider Sunday
Sunday, October 5 | 11:30 AM–4:30 PM | Wehr Nature Center, Franklin


👻 Haunted Houses & Halloween Fun

If you’re looking for a good scare, check out one of these haunted houses and spooky experiences around Southeastern Wisconsin.

Milwaukee

  • Halloween Glen – Oct. 10–11 | 5:45–7:30 PM | 1130 N. 60th St.

  • Haunted Mini Golf – Oct. 3–Nov. 1 | Nine Below, 1905 E North Ave.

  • Hangman Tours – Oct. 3–Nov. 1 | 7–10 PM | 422 S 2nd St.

Cedarburg

  • The Haunt – Oct. 10–31 (Weekends) | 6–10 PM | W67N866 Washington Ave.

Franklin

  • The Hill Has Eyes – Oct. 3–Nov. 1 (Fri & Sat) | Oct. 5–26 (Non-Scary Sundays) | 5:30–11 PM | 7005 S. Ballpark Dr.

Delafield

  • Lapham Peak Fright Hike – Oct. 17–18 | 6–8:30 PM | W329 N846, County Rd C

Hartford

  • Terror on Rural Street – Oct. 3–Nov. 1 (Weekends) | 6:30–10:30 PM | 147 N. Rural St.

Kewaskum

  • Terror Shed – Oct. 3–Nov. 1 (Weekends) | 6:30–10:30 PM | 5143 WI-28

Sheboygan

  • Dominion of Terror – Oct. 3–Nov. 1 (Weekends) | 7–10 PM | 2024 N 15th St.

Waukesha

  • Desolate Acres – Oct. 3–Nov. 1 (Weekends) | 6:30–11 PM | Waukesha County Expo, 1000 Northview Rd.

West Allis

  • Novak Manor – Oct. 3–Nov. 1 (Fri & Sat) | 6–10 PM | 9730 W. Montana Ave.

Waterford

  • Bear Den Petting Zoo & Farm (Daytime Family Fun) – 6831 Big Bend Rd.


Whether you’re looking for fall family fun, live music and local vendors, or heart-pounding haunted adventures, Southeastern Wisconsin has something for everyone this season. Grab your flannel, sip some cider, and enjoy all that fall has to offer!

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