Celebrate Autumn with Pumpkin Picking, Corn Mazes, Hayrides & More
Fall on Long Island means crisp air, vibrant foliage, and plenty of opportunities to celebrate the season at local Farm Festivals. From pumpkin patches to hayrides, live entertainment to corn mazes, Long Island farms pull out all the stops for autumn. This year, some of the best Fall Farm Festivals are happening in Melville, Manorville, and Riverhead—each offering its own unique take on fall traditions.
White Post Farms Fall Festival (Melville)
For decades, White Post Farms has been a family favorite, and their Fall Festival is one of the most anticipated events of the season.
Festival Dates & Times:
Weekends & Columbus Day, Sept. 20 – Oct. 26
Gates open 9:30/10:00 AM, stay until 6 PM
Highlights Include:
White Post Animal Farm
Bird Aviaries & Dinosaur Adventure
Giraffe Experience & Primate Enrichment Barn
Unlimited Hayrides & Play in the Hay
Six family shows, including the famous Singing Chicken Show
Outdoor playgrounds & picnic areas
Tickets start at $39.95 + tax (children under 15 months free). Additional activities like pony rides, train rides, and animal feed are available for purchase.
The Great Pumpkin Palooza at Lenny Bruno Farms (Manorville)
Manorville’s Lenny Bruno Farms brings back its Great Pumpkin Palooza, a three-weekend celebration of everything autumn.
Festival Dates:
October 4–5, 11–12, 18–19 | 10 AM – 5 PM
What to Expect:
Pumpkin & sunflower picking
Spooky (but kid-friendly) corn maze on select dates
Hayrides with sustainable farming lessons from Dominic Bruno
Bounce houses, pedal cars & jumbo garden games
Eating contests, pony rides, fairy hair & face painting
Local artisan vendors & food trucks
Admission is just $15 per person, with kids 2 and under free.
F&W Schmitt’s Family Farm (Melville)
A fall staple in Melville, F&W Schmitt’s Family Farm offers everything you could want from a traditional harvest festival.
Festival Dates:
Weekends Sept. 20 – Nov. 2
Special holiday hours for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Columbus Day & Diwali
Festival Fun:
Wagon rides & pumpkin picking
A sprawling 7-acre corn maze
Playground & photo ops
Petting zoo and more
Admission is $23 per person (ages 2+). Some activities require additional fees.
Waterdrinker Fall Festival (Manorville & Riverhead)
Known for its sprawling sunflower fields and year-round events, Waterdrinker Family Farm is hosting its Fall Fest at both Manorville and Riverhead locations.
Festival Dates:
September 19 – October 31
Included with Admission ($20 per person, children 2 and under free):
Pumpkin fields & corn maze
Hayrides (weekends only)
Barnyard animals & Lost Island Tortoise Enclosure
Mini golf, jumbo jump pads & pedal cars
Haunted House (Manorville only)
Jungle Greenhouse (Riverhead only)
Lawn games, photo ops & more
Both locations are pet-friendly (leash required).
Celebrate the Season at These Long Island Fall Farm Festivals
From the beloved traditions at White Post Farms to the spooky fun of Waterdrinker’s Haunted House, Long Island’s Farm Fall Festivals offer something for everyone. Whether you’re bringing kids to pick pumpkins, exploring a corn maze with friends, or simply soaking up the crisp autumn air, these festivals make for the perfect seasonal outing.
🍂 Don’t miss the chance to celebrate fall at one (or more!) of these incredible Long Island Farm Fall Festivals.
