Fall is officially taking over Northeast Louisiana, and we are HERE for it! ðð Grab the costumes, round up the kiddos, and get ready because this season is packed with pumpkin patches, fall festivals, trunk-or-treats, spooky trails, outdoor movies, farmers markets, costume contests, farm adventures, Halloween fun, and SO MUCH MORE!
Whether your perfect fall day means picking out pumpkins at Indian Village Harvest Farm, getting lost in the fun at Curry Farms, searching for Bigfoot at Lake D'Arbonne State Park, strolling through Skeletons on Tower, trick-or-treating among giant trucks, visiting the zoo in costume, or simply finding a FREE family event to enjoy together, we've been hunting down the best fall happenings across Northeast Louisiana so you don't have to.
And grown-ups—we didn't forget about you! NEW this fall is True Crime Live: M. William Phelps, a special 21+ night out bringing the New York Times bestselling author, investigative journalist, and true crime expert to Monroe on October 27. So call the sitter, grab your true-crime bestie, and add this one to your fall calendar too!
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SPECIAL FEATURE EVENT
True Crime Live: M. William Phelps
Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM; Program 7:00–8:30 PM
Location:
Strauss Theatre Center, 1300 Lamy Lane, Monroe, LA 71201
Cost: General Admission $50 per person
Ages:
21+ ONLY
We know Macaroni KID is usually all about family fun—but sometimes the grown-ups need to get out and let their hair down!
True crime fans have a special opportunity to spend an evening with New York Times bestselling author, investigative journalist and nationally recognized true-crime expert M. William Phelps, known for Dark Minds, the Paper Ghosts podcast franchise, Crossing the Line with M. William Phelps, and his work as a consultant on Dexter.
Fewer than 100 General Admission tickets remain, so this is one you don't want to wait on. The evening is also a fundraiser benefiting the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana.
Tickets: PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS NOW!
SPOOKTACULAR MULTI-DAY EVENTS
Indian Village Harvest Farm
Grand Reopening Date: September 20–October 26, 2026
Hours: Wednesday–Thursday, 3:00–6:00 PM; Friday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00–6:00 PM
Location: 1976 Guyton Swamp Road, Calhoun, LA 71225
Cost: FREE Admission (all kinds of yummy things available to purchase!)
Ages: All ages
They'll have a large selection of pumpkins, fall decor, photo ops, produce, ice cream, a petting zoo, a playground, and much, much more! Discover Monroe-West Monroe also lists hayrides and plenty of picture-perfect fall displays.
Curry Farms
Dates: September 26–October 31, 2026
Hours: Monday–Wednesday, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM; Thursday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00–6:00 PM
Location: 548 Robinson Drive, Rayville, LA 71269
Cost: $15 per person
Ages: All ages / Family-friendly
Curry Farms is celebrating its 45th season of fall family fun! Families can enjoy the pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, train rides, farm animals, hay maze, pedal carts, duck races, slides, swings, climbing activities, corn box, goat walk, games, and plenty of opportunities to play and explore.
Contact: 318-728-6203
Please note: The Giant Blue Pillow jumper is not operational at this time.
Evil Visions: Manor of Madness
Dates: September 25–November 7, 2026
Hours: Fridays & Saturdays, 7:00 PM–Midnight; Sundays, 7:00–11:00 PM
Location: 2670 Garrett Road, Monroe, LA
Cost: Tickets start around $20; check the ticket site for individual-night pricing
Ages: Parents should use discretion—this is a scary haunted attraction
This one is for families with older kids and adults who actually want to be scared! Evil Visions' Manor of Madness is a full haunted attraction packed with creatures, surprises and plenty of reasons to scream.
Hell's Haunted Forest (Teens and Adults)
Date: 9/11/26 - 10/31/26
Time: 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm (Fridays and Saturdays)
Location: 362 Wood Yard Road, Downsville, LA
Cost: $20.00 Cash or Cash App
This frightful trail-walking event is better suited for older teens and adults. For more information, please call (318)608-7306 or (318)791-4861.
ðĶīSkeletons on Tower (Family-Friendly)
Date: 10/1/26 - 10/31/26
Time: Anytime!
Cost: FREE
We’re thrilled to share the details for Skeletons on Tower 2026—an annual fall favorite that transforms Tower Drive in Monroe into a walk- or drive-thru experience filled with incredible skeleton displays! From clever and funny to wildly creative, you never know what you’ll discover along the way.
This year, make sure you stop at the Center Gazebo for a Toy Story-themed photo op! It’s the perfect Skelfie Station to round up your crew, strike a pose, and capture a fun fall memory.
Best of all, Skeletons on Tower supports two local organizations we love: ARCO, A Community Resource and The Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum. Family fun that gives back to our community? We’re in!
BONUS: Make a night of it! Stop by CC’s Coffee House Monroe for one of their spooky seasonal beverages—coffee or no coffee, there’s something for grown-ups and kiddos. And speaking of mummies…they have some pretty great wraps. (We couldn’t resist!) Newk’s Eatery does too! Grab a Caesar, Newk’s Q, Chicken Salad, or Club Wrap, and don’t forget Newk’s wraps are also available on the catering menu for your next meeting, party, or get-together.
Skeletons, Skelfies, Toy Story, local eats, and a great cause—sounds like fall in Monroe to us!
Ark-La-Miss Fair 2026
Dates: October 2–11, 2026
Hours: Vary by day; daily schedule not announced
Location: Ike Hamilton Expo Center, 501 Mane Street, West Monroe, LA 71292
Cost: Prices vary by day; 2026 prices not announced
Ages: All ages / Family-friendly
The fair is back with rides, carnival games, food, music, vendors, and plenty of family fun. Check the fair’s updates before you go for daily hours and pricing.
Contact: 318-325-9160
Scarecrows in the Garden
Dates: October 6–10, 2026
Opening Night: October 6, 5:00–7:00 PM
Public Display: October 7–9, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Location: Biedenharn Museum & Gardens, 2006 Riverside Drive, Monroe, LA 71201
Cost: $5; children 4 & under FREE
Ages: All ages
Take a fall stroll through the beautiful gardens while checking out creative scarecrows designed by Northeast Louisiana nonprofits. Your $5 ticket also serves as your vote, with winning nonprofits receiving cash prizes! The week concludes October 10 with a separate Garden Cinema showing of The Wiz.
Geaux Bright Halloween Light Show
Dates: 10/15/26-10/31/26
Times: (Sunday-Thursday Sunset - 9 pm), (Friday-Saturday Sunset - 10 pm)
Location: 7204 Egret Landing, Monroe, LA
Cost: FREE
This light show takes place in a neighborhood, but don't let that fool you! It is a top-notch interactive light show that dances to 4 different songs and will leave you gobsmacked! Tune in to 97.1 FM.
Lake D'Arbonne State Park — Spooky Doll Trail
Dates: October 1-31, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Location: 3628 Evergreen Road, Farmerville, LA 71241
Cost: $3 per person; FREE for children 3 & under and seniors 62+
Ages: All ages / Family-friendly; parental discretion for kiddos who may find the dolls a little too spooky
Ready for a walk on the spooky side? Each October, Lake D'Arbonne State Park's Spooky Doll Trail gives families a very unusual Halloween adventure through the woods, with creepy dolls and spooky surprises waiting along the trail. The park has also featured other October activities in previous years, including a Bigfoot Hunt and Halloween fun, making it a great fall destination in Union Parish.
Contact: 318-368-2086
Lake D’Arbonne State Park — Spooky Bigfoot Search
Dates: October 2026 — Exact dates to be announced
Time: To be announced
Location: 3628 Evergreen Road, Farmerville, LA 71241
Cost: $3 per person; FREE for children 3 & under and seniors 62+
Ages: All ages / Family-friendly
Bigfoot may be hiding at Lake D’Arbonne State Park! Families can head outdoors for the park’s Spooky Bigfoot Search, a fun October adventure that adds a little mystery to exploring the park. Keep your eyes open while you search—you never know where Bigfoot might be hiding!
Pair it with the Spooky Doll Trail for an extra-fun fall visit to Lake D’Arbonne State Park.
Contact: 318-368-2086 Lake D'Arbonne State Park
2026 Spooky Bigfoot Search dates and hours have not yet been published. We’ll update this listing when the park releases additional details.
Bring your flashlight and help us find Bigfoot!
EVENTS AND FESTIVALS
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1
Downtown Art Crawl and Downtown After Dark
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time: 5:00–9:00 PM
Location: Downtown West Monroe & Downtown Monroe
Cost: FREE
Ages: All ages
Kick off October with a night out in Downtown West Monroe and Downtown Monroe! Explore galleries and creative spaces during the Downtown Art Crawl, meet local artists, browse artwork, and enjoy an evening downtown. Downtown After Dark adds even more to the fun with downtown businesses, shopping, dining, food trucks, and more to explore.
The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council helps curate participating artists in Downtown West Monroe, making this a great opportunity to introduce the kiddos to local art while enjoying a fall evening downtown.
Contact: Downtown West Monroe/Main Street — 318-396-2600
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2
Halloween Slime Bar
Dates: October 2, 2026
Hours: 4:00–6:00 PM
Location: Parish Pop and Play, 1914 Roselawn Avenue, Monroe, LA 71201
Cost: $29.95; ticket includes an all-day play pass
Ages: Kids / Family-friendly
Kids can make their own Halloween slime, choosing colors, glitter, scents, and mix-ins. The included play pass lets families come early and make a day of it.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3
Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Location: Lazarre Park, West Monroe, LA
Cost: Check event information for final admission details
Ages: All ages
Kilts in October? Absolutely! The NELA Celtic Festival brings live music, Highland Games, live animals, artisan and craft vendors, food trucks and Celtic culture to beautiful Lazarre Park.
Wild Side Movie Night at the Zoo
Dates: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Hours: Gates open at 6:00 PM; The Zookeeper begins at dark; end time not announced
Location: Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo, 1405 Bernstein Park Road, Monroe, LA 71202
Cost: $10 per person; FREE for children ages 2 and younger
Ages: All ages / Family-friendly
Bring blankets and lawn chairs for a family movie under the stars surrounded by the sights and sounds of the zoo! Admission includes fresh popcorn and a drink, with additional movie snacks available for purchase at the concession stand.
Contact: 318-329-2400
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
Choudrant Trunk or Treat & Movie Night in the Park
Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
Time: Trunk or Treat, 5:00–7:00 PM; Halloween Movie, 7:00 PM
Location: Origin Bank Parking Lot/Park Area, 3911 Elm Street, Choudrant, LA 71227
Cost: Check with organizer
Ages: Family-friendly
Dress up the kiddos and start the evening with trunk-or-treating before settling in for a Halloween movie in the park. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs. Food and treats will also be available for purchase.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
Biedenharn Garden Cinema: The Wiz
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 7:00–10:00 PM
Location: Biedenharn Museum & Gardens, 2000 Riverside Drive, Monroe, LA 71201
Cost: $15 per person
Ages: Family-friendly
Spend a fall evening under the stars at the Biedenharn! The 8th Annual Scarecrows in the Garden wraps up with a special outdoor showing of The Wiz in the beautiful gardens. Before the movie begins, the People's Choice Award for the favorite nonprofit scarecrow display will be announced, with the winning organization receiving a cash prize.
Contact: 318-387-5281
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 — LOTS OF FALL FUN!
Fall Market on the Alley
Date: October 17, 2026
Hours: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Alley Park, 250 Trenton Street, West Monroe, LA 71291
Cost: FREE admission
Ages: All ages
Spend a fall day shopping artisan vendors, enjoying food trucks, and listening to live music in downtown West Monroe.
Apostolic Restoration Church Fall Festival
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Location: 108 W.T. Hemphill Drive, West Monroe, LA 71292
Cost: FREE Admission; food/vendor purchases extra
Ages: All ages; special activity area for children 5 & under
Carnival-style games, bounce houses, face painting, vendors, concessions, and a petting zoo with an animal carousel from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM! There's even a special area with age-appropriate activities for the littlest festival-goers.
Touch-A-Truck Trick-or-Treat
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Ike Hamilton Expo Center Parking Lot, 501 Mane Street, West Monroe, LA 71292
Cost: $5 per person; children under 2 FREE
Ages: All ages
BIG trucks + costumes + CANDY! Kids can climb aboard, touch, explore and even honk the horns of real trucks and equipment while trick-or-treating at each vehicle. This event happens rain or shine and benefits Families Helping Families of Northeast Louisiana.
Contact: 318-325-9160
Friends of Black Bayou Fall Celebration
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Location: Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge, 480 Richland Place, Monroe, LA 71203
Cost: FREE
Ages: All ages
One of our favorite ways to enjoy fall outdoors! Expect hands-on activities such as birdhouse building, free canoeing, native animal displays, arts activities, face painting, science fun, and more. The winners of the Friends of Black Bayou Photo Contest will also be announced during the celebration.
The Good Daze Spooky Market
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: The Good Daze & Art Alley, 219 DeSiard Street, Monroe, LA 71201
Cost: Check event page
Ages: Check with organizer
Shop spooky! The Good Daze Spooky Market is coming to Downtown Monroe for a Halloween-themed market day. Complete hours and additional 2026 details have not yet been published in the tourism listing, so check for updates before heading out.
Fall Market on the Alley
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Alley Park, 250 Trenton Street, West Monroe, LA 71291
Cost: FREE
Ages: All ages
Spend a fall day strolling Downtown West Monroe while shopping artisan vendors, grabbing something yummy from food trucks, and enjoying live music. This one isn't a Halloween event, but it definitely belongs on the fall-fun list!
Brooms Over the Bayou
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time: Parade begins at 5:00 PM; scheduled to end around 7:00 PM
Location: Downtown Monroe/West Monroe; final parade route pending
Cost: FREE to watch; registration required to participate
Ages: Family-friendly
The witches are flying over the Bayou! Costumed witches will ride bikes and golf carts or walk through downtown, tossing treats to spectators. Costume contests are planned, and participating businesses will collect canned goods for the Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana.
Blueseum Fest III
Date: October 17, 2026
Hours: 4:00–8:00 PM
Location: Ruston Sports Complex, 2001 Champions Way, Ruston, LA 71270
Cost: $20 donation at the gate, or free with official event merchandise; children 12 and under are free
Ages: All ages
Enjoy live blues music while supporting the Lincoln Parish Museum & Historical Society and Buddy Ball of Ruston.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20
Spooky STEAM Night
Date: October 20, 2026
Hours: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: Louisiana Delta Community College, 7500 Millhaven Road, Monroe, LA 71203
Cost: FREE
Ages: All ages
Get ready for hands-on STEAM challenges and science experiments, plus games, prizes, and candy! Details are from the Louisiana Delta Community College flyer you provided.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24
Woofstock 26
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Location: Forsythe Park, 2300 Sycamore Street, Monroe, LA 71201
Cost: Family and pet activities are FREE
Ages: All ages—and bring the pups!
Woofstock is celebrating 10 years of community, creativity, and canine joy! Expect a Pet Costume Contest, live music, on-site adoptions, pet blessings, vendors, food trucks, dog races, talent contests, Best Pet + Human Duo, photo booths, dog-training demonstrations, Paw-casso painting, pup cups and lots more.
Families are also encouraged to bring pet food and cleaning supplies for the Shelter & Rescue Donation Drive.
Contact: 318-269-8663
Fall Family Fun Fest 2026
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 2:00–6:00 PM
Location: West Monroe Sports & Events, 875 Constitution Drive, West Monroe, LA 71292
Cost: Check event page for final admission information
Ages: Family-friendly
Ouachita Green's biggest annual fundraising event returns with an afternoon designed for families to have fun and make some fall memories. The event is moving to West Monroe Sports & Events this year.
Zombie Prom — Ouachita Parish Public Library
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 7:00–10:00 p.m.
Location: West Monroe Branch Library, 315 Cypress Street, West Monroe, LA 71291
Ages: Teens
Cost: Free ticket required; available at all Ouachita Parish Public Library branches while supplies last. A signed permission slip is also required.
Details: Dig up your spookiest outfit for a night of music, games, a zombie makeover station, button making, snacks, and chances to win prizes. Snacks include nachos, cupcakes, pickles, and punch.
More information: September–October 2026 Cattails newsletter, or call (318) 327-1490 or email jfisher@oplib.org.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25
Pumpkin Palooza
Date: October 25, 2026
Hours: 4:00–6:00 PM
Location: St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 1901 Lexington Avenue, Monroe, LA 71201
Cost: FREE
Ages: All ages / Family-friendly
Bring the family for an afternoon of fall fun at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church! Enjoy live music, pumpkin decorating, games, chili tasting, sweet treats, and door prizes.
Contact: 318-322-4454
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27: GROWN-UPS' NIGHT OUT!
True Crime Live: M. William Phelps
Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM; Program 7:00–8:30 PM
Location:
Strauss Theatre Center, 1300 Lamy Lane, Monroe, LA 71201
Cost: General Admission $50 per person
Ages:
21+ ONLY
We know Macaroni KID is usually all about family fun—but sometimes the grown-ups need to get out and let their hair down!
True crime fans have a special opportunity to spend an evening with New York Times bestselling author, investigative journalist and nationally recognized true-crime expert M. William Phelps, known for Dark Minds, the Paper Ghosts podcast franchise, Crossing the Line with M. William Phelps, and his work as a consultant on Dexter.
Fewer than 100 General Admission tickets remain, so this is one you don't want to wait on. The evening is also a fundraiser benefiting the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana.
Tickets: PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS NOW!
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29
Fright Night 5K
When: Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 7:00 PM
Where: Flying Tiger Brewery, 506 N. 2nd Street, Monroe
Cost: $40 registration
Run or walk through Downtown Monroe after dark, then stick around for the after-party, a costume contest, and live music by Jackson Culp. The race welcomes families and walkers, though the route promises a few spooky surprises. Registered participants receive a drink from Flying Tiger; the flyer specifies a beer for finishers, so parents should check the registration page for age-appropriate details.
Monster Mash 2026
Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location:
Ruston Sports Complex, 2001 Champions Way, Ruston, LA 71270
Cost: FREE ticket required for participating children; adults do not need tickets
Ages:
Children 12 & under
Get those costumes ready! Ruston Parks & Recreation's 6th Annual Monster Mash includes trick-or-treating, music, games, and lots of Halloween fun.
Parent Tip: Don't forget a trick-or-treat bag! Families should enter the Sports Complex from Highway 167 South and head to the B Complex for trick-or-treating.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
Baskin's 4th Annual Boo Fest
Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
Location: Baskin, LA
Cost: To be announced
Ages: To be announced
Baskin's 4th Annual Boo Fest is officially on the Franklin Parish 2026 calendar! Complete times, activities and admission information have not yet been posted, so we'll be watching for more details.
Prairie Street Prowl
Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
Time: A current event listing shows a 4:00 PM start; confirm before attending
Location: Prairie Street/Downtown Winnsboro, LA
Cost: To be announced
Ages: Family event; final details to be announced
Winnsboro Main Street's Prairie Street Prowl is back on the official Franklin Parish October calendar. We'll update this listing when the complete 2026 details are released.
HALLOWEEN — SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 ð
Boo at the Zoo
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Location:
Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo, 1405 Bernstein Park Road, Monroe, LA 71202
Cost: $10–$12; zoo admission included
Ages: Family-friendly
Halloween gets WILD! Kids are encouraged to come dressed in their cutest—or scariest—costumes and trick-or-treat throughout the zoo. Look for costume contests, food trucks, vendors, and plenty of candy. Train and boat rides will also be available.
Contact: 318-329-2400
MedCamps Fall Bash
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 4:00–7:00 PM
Location:
Camp Alabama, 2090 Highway 145, Choudrant, LA 71227
Cost: $15 per person; children 5 & under FREE; current MedCamps campers FREE
Ages: All ages; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Spend Halloween at Camp Alabama! Families can enjoy carnival games, jumpers, horseback riding, archery, a petting zoo, cake walk, food trucks, cotton candy and more.
And bring those candy buckets—all 10 Camp Alabama cabins will be decorated for trick-or-treating!
Gilbert Trick-or-Treat Festival
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Location: Gilbert Football Field, Gilbert, LA
Cost: To be announced
Ages: Family-friendly; final details to be announced
The Trick or Treat Festival at Gilbert Football Field is officially listed on Franklin Parish's 2026 Halloween calendar. Time and complete activity information have not yet been released, so check back as Halloween gets closer.
Boo @ the Krewe of Janus
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
Location: Krewe of Janus Krewe Den, 901 Louisville Avenue, Monroe, LA
Cost: Check event information
Ages: All ages / Family-friendly
Only in Louisiana can your kiddos trick-or-treat among lighted Mardi Gras floats! Families can stop by the Krewe of Janus Den for treats and Halloween fun before heading out for traditional neighborhood trick-or-treating.
Contact: 318-614-8572
GROWN-UPS' HALLOWEEN PICK ðļ
Halloween Speakeasy
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 ONLY
Performance Times: 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM & 9:00 PM
Location: West Monroe Convention Center, West Monroe, LA
Cost: Tickets on sale; check the ticket link for current pricing
Ages:
Age requirement has not yet been clearly published on the event website—verify before purchasing
Looking for something different to do on Halloween? Twin City Entertainment is bringing its Halloween Speakeasy to the West Monroe Convention Center for one day only, with four performance times to choose from. Tickets are currently on sale through the organizer.
MORE EVENTS ARE COMING!
We're still hunting down trunk-or-treats, church festivals, library events, community celebrations, and Halloween happenings throughout Northeast Louisiana, so bookmark this page and keep checking back.
Hosting a Fall Festival, Trunk-or-Treat, Pumpkin Patch, Halloween event or other family-friendly fall activity? Send the details to Macaroni KID Monroe–West Monroe so we can add it to the guide!
Macaroni KID Parent Tip: Before loading everybody into the car, click the event link to confirm the latest time, cost, and weather information—especially for outdoor events
PUMPKIN PATCHES
Indian Village Harvest Farm
Dates: September 20–October 26, 2026
Hours: Wednesday–Thursday, 3:00–6:00 PM; Friday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00–6:00 PM
Location: 1976 Guyton Swamp Road, Calhoun, LA 71225
Cost: FREE Admission (all kinds of yummy things available to purchase!)
Ages: All ages / Family-friendly
They’ll have a large selection of pumpkins, fall decor, photo ops, produce, ice cream, a petting zoo, a playground, and much, much more! This is a great stop when you want the kiddos to have a little fall fun while you pick out pumpkins and seasonal goodies.
Contact: 318-235-3228
Curry Farms
Dates: September 26–October 31, 2026
Hours: Monday–Wednesday, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM; Thursday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00–6:00 PM
Location: 548 Robinson Drive, Rayville, LA 71269
Cost: $15 per person
Ages: All ages / Family-friendly
Curry Farms is celebrating its 45th season of fall family fun! Families can enjoy the pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, train rides, farm animals, hay maze, pedal carts, duck races, slides, swings, climbing activities, corn box, goat walk, games, and plenty of opportunities to play and explore.
Contact: 318-728-6203
West Monroe Farmers Market
Dates: Open year-round; pumpkins and fall produce are seasonal
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–5:00 PM; Saturday hours may vary
Location: 1700 North 7th Street, West Monroe, LA 71291
Cost: FREE Admission; purchases vary by vendor
Ages: All ages
Need a pumpkin without the full pumpkin-patch outing? The West Monroe Farmers Market is a great place to check! Fall crops traditionally include pumpkins, sweet potatoes, sugar cane, and other seasonal produce from area growers. Pumpkin availability can change throughout the season, so call ahead if pumpkins are the main reason for your visit.
Contact: 318-322-2203
Monroe Farmers Market
Dates: Open during the fall; produce varies by season
Hours: Check current market schedule before visiting
Location: 1212 Washington Street, Monroe, LA 71201
Cost: FREE Admission; purchases vary by grower
Ages: All ages
Shop local and see what Northeast Louisiana growers are bringing in from the fields! The Monroe Farmers Market offers seasonal fruits and vegetables, with inventory changing according to the harvest. Pumpkins are not guaranteed, so check before making a pumpkin-specific trip.
Contact: 318-329-2225
Ruston Farmers Market
Dates: Saturdays year-round
Hours: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Location: 220 East Mississippi Avenue, Ruston, LA 71270
Cost: FREE Admission; purchases vary by vendor
Ages: All ages
Spend a fall Saturday shopping local! The Ruston Farmers Market features seasonal fruits and vegetables along with locally produced meat, eggs, honey, plants, flowers, baked goods, and other products. Selection changes from week to week, so check with the market for current pumpkin availability before making a special trip.
Contact: 318-957-1305
