Happy Friday y’all! Thanks for your patience after last week’s weather pause! When severe weather is forecast for the weekend and events are up in the air, I’ll likely send the roundup late or not send at all. I’m going to start posting on TX Hill Co. Family Guide socials, so y’all can follow along for updates between editions.
And my apologies for this one arriving Friday! I’m still getting back into the rhythm of this newsletter after pausing from the flood, and a few personal challenges this week put me behind. Thanks for bearing with me.
Your fall plans, all in one place. Pumpkin patches, festivals, trunk-or-treats, and more across the Hill Country! A roundup of older kid options, budget friendly picks + more! Get my firsthand mom tips, a calendar to help you plan, and updates throughout the season.
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Pumpkin Patch Pick
With an 8-acre corn maze, mega slides, a zipline, paintball, hayrides, and a pumpkin patch, this Hondo spot has plenty to keep older kids entertained, plus a ton of fun for little ones, too!
Mom tip: Pack a picnic! Outside food is welcome, which helps keep the cost of a family day out down.
This one has a lot to offer, but is it the best fit for your family? Grab the Fall Guide to compare pumpkin patches, get my firsthand mom tips, and decide which one is worth the drive for your kids and your budget!
Happening All Weekend
Kerrville
Kids can climb, create, and explore an indoor play space with active play, pretend play, crafts, sensory activities, and a separate area for crawlers. A parent or caregiver stays and plays with them.
Session times vary Fri & Sat; choose a time when booking.
Kerr Kids
3120 Junction Highway
Ingram, TX 78025
Recommended ages: 0–8
Cost: Free
RSVP required
Bandera
Carnival rides, rodeo, live music, animals, exhibits, vendors, and kids’ activities! Catch the rodeo from 7–9 PM Friday and Saturday, with live music and dancing starting at 8 PM.
October 9–10
11 AM–11 PM
Mansfield Park
2886 TX-16
Bandera, TX 78003
Cost: $20 ages 13+; $10 ages 6–12; free for ages 5 and under. Carnival rides sold separately. A $10 parking donation is appreciated.
Friday, Oct. 9th, 2026
Comfort
A relaxed indoor play space with sensory crafts, imaginative play, bounce houses, and a café serving coffee, lattes, teas, and snacks for parents.
9:00 AM–10:30 AM
11:00 AM–12:30 PM
Wild Oak Play
50140 Interstate 10 West
Comfort, TX 78013
Cost:
Single Session
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026
Kerrville
Take a ride in a bucket truck, meet local lineworkers, and enjoy face painting, tool displays, photo ops, and an energy education station! Free hot dogs, chips, snow cones, refreshments, and T-shirts while supplies last. New location this year!
Saturday, October 10
10 AM–1 PM
River Star Arts & Events Park
4000 Riverside Dr.
Kerrville, TX 78028
Cost: Free
Ride requirements: At least 37 inches tall, 250 lbs. or less, and able to fit securely in an approved harness.
Enjoy live music from Patsy Torres and the Blue Harmony Band, a kids’ play area, face painting, gorditas, enchiladas, and a raffle! Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Admission is $20 for adults, $10 for ages 6–15, and free for children under 6.
5:30 PM
Notre Dame Catholic Church
909 Main Street
Kerrville, TX 78028
Watch Hocus Pocus outdoors at The Ridge! Bring chairs, blankets, and the family for this free movie night.
8–9:30 PM
The Ridge Marketplace
13439 S. Ranch Road 783
Kerrville, TX 78028
Boerne
Bring your instrument and join the jam, or just pull up a chair and enjoy an afternoon of live bluegrass music. These informal community jam sessions are held on the second and fourth Saturday of each month and are free to attend.
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
The AgriCultural Museum & Arts Center
102 City Park Rd.
Boerne, TX 78006
Cost: Free (Donations welcome)
Fall Fest at Tapatio Springs
Enjoy live music, hayrides, face painting, pumpkin painting, and fall concessions. Kids can also create their own Candy Apple Monster! RSVP to [email protected].
5:30–7:30 PM
Tapatio Springs, Clubhouse Event Lawn
1 Resort Way
Boerne, TX 78006
Fredericksburg
Enjoy fall and Halloween stories and crafts. Costumes welcome! Food and drinks available for purchase.
10:45 AM
Witcher Brewing Co.
9973 E US 290
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
Party in the Park
Bring your favorite kite for a free afternoon of live music, kite making, face painting, frisbees, and a 50-yard kite dash! Food and drinks available for purchase. This event supports Fredericksburg’s parks.
12–4 PM
Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, Pavilion #3
432 Lady Bird Dr.
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
Johnson City
Make magnetic slime, reveal secret messages, explore a plasma ball, and watch a color-changing chemistry demonstration. Four spooky science activities included with general admission!
10 AM–4 PM
Science Mill
101 South Lady Bird Lane
Johnson City, TX 78636
Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026
Monday, Oct. 12, 2026
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12
Pumpkin patches open Monday
These five spots are open for fall fun:
9 AM: Jenschke Orchards · Fredericksburg
10 AM: Devine Acres Farm · Devine
10 AM: Graff 7A Ranch · Hondo
10 AM: Sweet Berry Farm · Marble Falls
11 AM: Bulverde Pumpkin Patch · Bulverde
Which patch is right for your family?
My Fall Guide breaks down the options with activity details, mom tips, and reviews of the places I’ve visited to help you choose.
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