This list is not comprehensive and events are subject to change.
Pumpkin patches
Bulverde Pumpkin Patch
Head down Hwy. 46 and enjoy this weeklong pumpkin patch featuring family games, pumpkins, tractor rides and an obstacle course.
- Oct. 1-31, Monday-Thursday, 3-7 p.m.; Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
- $25 per vehicle (monthly admission)
- 3800 W. Ammann Road, Bulverde
- www.bulverdepumpkin.com
Experience hay rides, scarecrow decorating, farm animal petting and early look at Christmas trees and more at this patch this fall.
- Weekends in October, Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
- $6 (admission)
- 805 Phils Road, Pipe Creek
- Facebook: Pipe Creek Pumpkin Patch
Discover this scenic Hill Country patch east of Boerne that includes a hilly hay ride, pumpkin painting, games, local food and calf roping contests.
- Weekends in October, Fridays, 3-6 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- $10 (admission)
- 1025 Texas Oaks, Spring Branch
- www.birdhausfarms.com
This patch is in Boerne, good for a staycation with live music, food trucks, games, an abundance of pumpkins and more.
- Oct. 10-26, Fridays, 3-6 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sundays, noon-6 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- The AgriCultural Museum & Arts Center, 102 City Park Road, Boerne
- Facebook: FUMC Boerne

The Haunted Oaks
Go to San Antonio’s east side to experience this haunted attraction full of scares, spooks and masked characters.
- Sept. 27-Nov. 2, times vary
- $20
- Rolling Oaks Mall, 6909 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste. 1128, San Antonio
- www.thehauntedoaks.com
Survive the grim reaper at this new attraction in San Antonio’s west side, hosted by a popular seasonal Halloween store.
- Oct. 1-31, times vary
- $18
- Ingram Park Mall, 6301 NW. Loop 410, San Antonio
- www.reaperscollection.com
Conquer your fears at this new haunted house at Retama Park with jumpscares, monsters and more.
- Oct. 9-Nov. 2, times vary
- $25
- Retama Park, 1 Retama Parkway, Selma
- Facebook: House of Insanity
Haunted House Workshop
Make-your-own spooky bird house for the season at this crafting workshop, complete with all materials and unlimited creative possibilities.
- Oct. 2, 6 p.m.
- $39.95
- The Downtown DIY, 206 W. Highland Drive, Boerne
- www.thingstodoinboerne.com
Make a decorative Halloween sign for the upcoming holiday.
- Oct. 23, 6-8 p.m.
- $49.95
- The Downtown DIY, 206 W. Highland Drive, Boerne
- www.thingstodoinboerne.com

Harvest Antique Tractor Pull
Enjoy competitive and fun races at this fall celebration while taking in the sights of vintage, unique tractors from farms across the Hill Country.
- Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- The AgriCultural Museum & Arts Center, 102 City Park Road, Boerne
- www.theagricultural.org/tractorpull
Emerson’s Drive: Fall Festival
Discover this fall festival with a floating, in the pool pumpkin patch, vendors, food, entertainment, games, raffles and more.
- Oct. 19, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
- $20 (admission)
- Vista Swim Academy, 529 Hwy. 46, Unit D02, Boerne
- www.eventbrite.com