Unforgettable Fall Festivals for Families in Metro Detroit

As summer fades and sweater weather arrives, the excitement for fall festivals near me ramps up in metro Detroit.

Join my son Jordan and me in celebrating the season at some of the area’s top family-friendly fall festivals. We’ll definitely be at Canterbury Village’s Oktoberfest this year!

Whether you’re seeking pumpkin patches, fall treats and other family fun, check out these festivals perfect for families looking to make the most of fall.

Best fall festivals in metro Detroit

Arts & Apples Festival at Rochester Municipal Park

Sept. 5-7, 2025

• Address: 400 Sixth St., Rochester
• Cost: Free; $5/suggested donation

Experience the artwork of over 200 talented artists, a variety of food trucks, live entertainment, art demonstrations, a children’s area and more.

Plymouth Fall Festival

Sept. 5-7, 2025

• Address: Downtown Plymouth
• Cost: $30/wristband for rides on Sunday, $1.50/tickets; other ticket packages are available

Check out the games and rides at the carnival, enter the car show and enjoy food and live entertainment at this Fall celebration.

St. Joseph Oktoberfest at Joseph Shrine

Sept. 12-14, 2025

• Address: 1828 Jay St., Detroit
• Cost: Free admission

This annual event boasts everything from authentic German food and beer to live Bavarian music, family carnival rides, games and more.

Canterbury Village Oktoberfest

Sept. 13-14, 2025

• Address: 2325 Joslyn Court, Lake Orion
• Cost: $5-$6

This Oktoberfest features live music, themed food, games, beer, contests and more.

Romulus Pumpkin Festival

Sept. 19-21, 2025

• Address: 11147 Hunt St., Romulus
• Cost: Free

This annual kicks off with a parade of lights and features music, crafts, games, food, a car show, a vendor show and more.

Saline’s Oktoberfest 

Sept. 19-20, 2025

• Address: 109 W. Michigan Ave., Saline
• Cost: $10-plus/21 and up, free/under 21 years old

Come out to downtown Saline for German food and drinks, live music and more at this annual Oktoberfest.

Fire & Flannel Festival

Sept. 26-27, 2025

• Address: Downtown Wyandotte
• Cost: Free/admission, fees/rides and axe throwing

Wear your flannel and enjoy seeing live lumberjack shows, chainsaw carving and fire entertainment. There will also be a carnival, axe throwing, live entertainment and more.

South Lyon Area Pumpkinfest

Sept. 27-28, 2025

• Address: Downtown South Lyon
• Cost: Free

This festival will include a craft show, scarecrow contest, parade and tons of pumpkin-themed fun.

Webster Fall Festival

Sept. 27, 2025

• Address: 5583 Webster Church Road, Dexter
• Cost: Free admission

Come out to the Historic Webster Village for fun, food and festivities. It features music performances, apple cider and donuts, hayrides, demos and more.

Harvest Festival at Upland Hills Farm

Oct. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26, 2025

• Address: 481 Lake George Road, Oxford
• Cost: $12/person, free/2 and under, group rate: $10/person if there are 10 or more people

This annual fest features farm show demos, magic shows, hayrides, animal visits, a walk through the storybook trail and more.

HarvestFest at Freedom Hill County Park

Oct 18-19, 2025

• Address: 14900 Metro Parkway, Sterling Heights
• Cost: $9/person, $6/parking

There will be a pumpkin patch, trick-or-treating, games, music, inflatables, movies, music, food trucks and more. Make sure to wear your costume. 

This article was recently updated on July 10, 2025 by Metro Parent content writer Kari Zaffarano. The update included her adding all festivals in metro Detroit to Metro Parent’s events calendar. Questions? Please reach out to kari@metroparent.com.

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