🍁 Fall Family Fun in Omaha & Beyond
As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, it’s time to embrace all the joys of autumn! From pumpkin patches and corn mazes to apple orchards and hayrack rides, the Omaha area is full of family-friendly destinations where kids can explore, play, and create lasting memories. Grab your sweaters, sip some cider or pumpkin spice latte, and get ready for a season of harvest adventures perfect for every age.
Arbor Day Farm sits on 260 acres in the birthplace of Arbor Day, this destination blends nature, history, and classic autumn fun. Highlights include apple-picking & U-Pick orchards, the Treetop Village & Tree Adventure trails, the historic Arbor Lodge mansion, seasonal favorites like cider, apple‐desserts, and fall festivals like AppleJack and All Hallows’ Eve. It’s a place where families can play in the trees, explore woods & orchards, taste the season, and even stay overnight at Lied Lodge.
AppleJack Festival – Sept 20-21 & Sept 27-28, 2025
All Hallows’ Eve – Weekends in October, Oct 10 to Nov 1
Oktoberfest at Steinhart Lodge October 17
Cider Maker Tasting Experience October 11
Tues-Thurs: 9am-5pm
Fri/Sat: 9am-7pm
Sun: 11am-5pm
☆Check the website for certain activities days/times
✨️$12-15 + tax/person
🌻Annual Passes Available
👶 2 & under free
●2611 Arbor Ave
Nebraska City, NE 68410
Bellevue Berry Farm is a family-owned farm with deep Nebraska roots, Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch offers a rich blend of history and harvest. Visitors can enjoy hayrack rides through 20 acres of woods, explore a western frontier town, and experience a 120-foot pirate ship playground. The farm also features the "Ranch of Terror" haunted house and a variety of food stands, including a Pirate's Pub serving turkey legs and spiced baked goods.
🎃Open September 13th until October 31st
Mon-Thurs: 9am-8:30pm
Fri: 9am-6pm
Sat/Sun: 10am-6pm
✨️$12-20 + tax/person
👶 2 & under free
Ranch of Terror, Haunted House & Haunted Hayrides
September 12th-November 1st
Fri/Sat: 6:30pm-11:30pm
Sun: 6:30pm-9:30pm
✨️$20/person per attraction
☆Combo Passes Available, check website for all details
●11001 S 48th St
Papillion, NE 68133
Markman's Pumpkin Patch is a longtime local favorite, Markman’s offers a simple, affordable pumpkin-picking experience right in the city. Families can shop pumpkins, gourds, and fall décor, with a small play area for kids.
🎃Open mid September
9am-dusk
✨️Free
Purchases: Cash only
●6424 N 120th St
Omaha, NE 68164
Mert's Market & Farm is a newer family-owned farm. Mert’s offers a relaxed pumpkin-picking experience with over 30 varieties of pumpkins and gourds in every shape, size, and color. Visitors can enjoy a small corn maze, yard games, photo ops, and fall décor like mums, hay bales, and corn stalks. Open on select fall weekends, Mert’s is a charming spot to wander the fields, pick your perfect pumpkin, and soak in simple, family-friendly fun.
🎃Open Weekends September 20th until October 19th
✨️Free
25870 W Maple Rd
Waterloo, NE 68069
Nelson's Produce Farm located just around 30 minutes from Omaha, Nelson’s is a working family farm offering u-pick produce, a big pumpkin patch, animal encounters, and plenty of farm fun. With over 40 pumpkin varieties, seasonal treats, festivals (like Fall Fest), and a cozy market and café, it’s perfect for an autumn day trip that’s both fun and fresh.
🎃Open June 3rd until November 2nd
Tues-Thurs: 9am-5pm
Fri/Sat: 9am-9pm
Sun: 9am-5pm
✨️$15-20 + tax/person
🌻Season Passes Available
👶 3 & under free
●10505 N 234th St
Valley, NE 68064
Pearson’s Pumpkin Place is the perfect fall get away. With over 150 acres to roam, we are one of the best outdoor venues in Nebraska. Fall activities include the pumpkin patch and various attractions such as a jumping pillow, sand mountain, tire playground, kiddie kart rides, hamster wheels, a corn box, and more! Enjoy scenic views throughout the farm, delicious fall favorite foods, and you can cut your pumpkins right off the vine!
🎃Open September 13 until November 2nd
Wed/Thurs: 10am-2pm
Fri: 10am-5pm
Sat: 10am-9pm
Sun: 10am-6pm
✨️$12.95-19.95 + tax/person (cheaper when bought online)
🌻Season Passes Available
👶 2 & under free
●1357 N 6th Rd
Eagle, NE 68347
Skinny Bones Pumpkin Patch is family-owned since 2008 and offers 138 acres of fall fun with 35+ attractions. What started as Jeff and Maria Bledsoe’s backyard pumpkin dream has grown into one of the Omaha area’s favorite fall destinations. From unique, hand-built attractions to a warm family atmosphere, Skinny Bones is all about creating lasting memories. Enjoy a full day of good old-fashioned fun this fall just a short drive from Omaha!
🎃Open September 5th until November 1st
Mon-Wed 9am-3pm
Thurs: 9am-9pm
Fri/Sat: 9am-10pm
Sun: 9am-7pm
✨️$15.99-26.99 + tax/person (cheaper during the week & dates in September)
🌻Season Passes Available
👶 2 & under free
● 3935 NE-133
Blair, NE 68008
VALA'S PUMPKIN PATCH has been operating for 41 years, a Nebraska fall tradition! Vala’s features 55+ attractions, pumpkin picking, apple orchard fun, hayrack rides, live shows, a corn maze, and countless treat, from apple cider donuts to pumpkin desserts. With something for every age, Vala’s is the ultimate destination for fall family memories.
🎃Open September 5th until November 2nd
Sun-Thurs: 9am-9pm
Fri/Sat: 19am-10pm
✨️$24.99-42.99 + tax/person (discount when bought online)
🌻Season Passes Available
👶 2 & under free
●12102 S 180th St
Gretna, NE 68028
Wenninghoff Farms is a fourth-generation family-owned farm, offering a no-frills, authentic fall experience. Visitors can enjoy pumpkin picking, corn stalks, hay bales, and other fall décor. The farm also features a "Kid's Zone" with friendly animals and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for families seeking a simple, enjoyable outing.
🎃Open until October 31st
Mon-Thurs: 9am-6:30pm
Fri/Sat: 9am-5pm
Sun: 10am-5pm
✨️Free
●6707 Wenninghoff Rd
Omaha, NE 68122
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