Fall Activities in Middle Georgia You Can’t Miss! | 2025 Guide

Fall in Middle Georgia has its own kind of rhythm. The air cools just enough that you don’t instantly melt outside, the trees start showing off with warm shades of orange and gold, and weekends suddenly feel like they’re made for sweaters, boots, and memory-making. 🍂

If you’re a mama like me, you’re probably looking for things that check two boxes: fun for the kids and something that makes for sweet family photos (bonus if it wears them out for an early bedtime 🙌). So here’s your 2025 roundup of fall activities in Middle Georgia—pumpkins, trails, fairs, and everything in between.

🍁 1. Family Days at the Pumpkin Patch

Pumpkin patches are basically the unofficial start of fall. Your kids get to run wild picking out “the one,” and you walk away with porch décor and a mental catalog of a dozen photo ops.

Dickey Farms — Musella, GA

Fall Festival: Sat, Sept 27, 2025, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Regular fall fun: weekends Sept 20–Nov 2 (corn maze, hayrides, gemstone mining, more)
Hours: Farm market daily 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Admission: Most activities are ticketed on-site, market is free to enter
Address: 3440 Musella Rd, Musella, GA 31066
Website: https://gapeaches.com/ | Facebook

Why we go: pumpkins, a maze that isn’t overwhelming for littles, and butter-pecan ice cream with toasted Georgia pecans that tastes like a hug

Lane Southern Orchards — Fort Valley, GA

Corn Maze Days

• When: All October, Oct 1–31, 2025. “Corn Maze Days” runs the entire month.
• Hours: Wed–Fri 12:00–6:00, Sat–Sun 10:00–6:00. Closed Mon–Tue
• Admission:
  • Corn Maze & Hayride Combo: Ages 4–12 $10 | 12+ $14
  • Corn Maze only: Ages 4–12 $8 | 12+ $11
  • Hayride only: Ages 4–12 $3 | 12+ $5
  • Ages 3 and under free. 55+ and Military get 10% off
• What to expect: A 6-acre maze, Maize-O-Poly game, rubber-duck races, and classic hayrides.

Special Eats: Fair Food at the Farm

• When: October 3, 2025. Come hungry for turkey legs, donut burgers, and more.

Annual Fall Festival

• Date: Sat, Oct 18, 2025, 11:00–5:00. Family activities, vendors, hayrides, and maze fun.

Where: 50 Lane Rd, Fort Valley, GA 31030
Website: https://lanesouthernorchards.com/ | Facebook

Greene Acres Farm “Fall Frenzy” — Cochran/Roddy, GA

2025 dates: TBA as of today. Historically open mid-Sept through late Oct, weekends
Admission: Posted per-season, varies by activity
Address: 952 Empire Chester Hwy, Cochran, GA 31014
Website: https://www.tsfgreeneacres.com/ | Facebook

What to expect: tractor rides, animals, a kid-friendly maze, and small-town fall energy.

Burt’s Pumpkin Farm — Dawsonville, GA (worth the drive)

Opening Day: Fri, Aug 29, 2025
Season: late Aug to mid-Nov
Hours: daily 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Admission: Free to enter and park. Hayride $6.50 + tax, ages 2 and under free
Address: 5 Burts Pumpkin Farm Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534
Website: https://www.burtspumpkinfarmgeorgia.com/ | Facebook

This one’s classic North Georgia fall — fields of pumpkins, tractor rides, fresh popcorn, and that famous pumpkin roll.

Uncle Shuck’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch — Dawsonville, GA (big-kid adventure)

2025 season: Sept 20–Nov 9
September hours: Fri 4–10, Sat 10–10, Sun 10–6
October hours: Wed–Thu 4–9, Fri 4–10, Sat 10–10, Sun 10–6
November hours: Fri 4–10, Sat 10–10, Sun 10–6
Admission: Kids 4 and under free. Corn maze and wagon ride are ticketed; check site for current prices
Address: 125 Bannister Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534
Website: https://uncleshucks.com/ | Instagram

There’s a massive maze, pumpkins, a jumping pillow, and The Dark Rows haunted trail on select nights for teens who love a thrill.

Pumpkin-Patch Photo Tip

Go early to beat crowds and get softer light. Dress in denim blues, soft greens, creams, or warm neutrals so your crew pops against all that orange.

Pro tip: Go early in the morning before the crowds, and dress your crew in colors that pop against all that orange—denim blues, neutrals, or soft greens look amazing.

🚶 2. Walk the Trails and Watch the Leaves Change

You don’t have to head all the way to North Georgia to find fall color, but if you’re up for it, the views are worth it.

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park — Macon, GA

Hours: Park 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Visitor Center 9 a.m.–5 p.m., daily
Admission: Free
Address: 1207 Emery Hwy, Macon, GA 31217
Website: https://www.nps.gov/ocmu/index.htm | Facebook

Gentle trails, wide open views, and stroller-friendly paths. Pack snacks and let them explore while you enjoy that golden light.

Red Top Mountain State Park — Acworth, GA (day trip)

Park hours: 7 a.m.–dark
Parking: $5 per vehicle or GA ParkPass
Website: https://gastateparks.org/RedTopMountain | Facebook

Lake views plus forests that glow in October. Easy winners for family photos.

Fort Mountain State Park — Chatsworth, GA (mountain views)

Park hours: 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
Parking: $5 per vehicle or GA ParkPass
Website: https://gastateparks.org/FortMountain | Facebook

Panoramic overlooks, a stone tower, and trails ranging from easy overlooks to longer loops.

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway — Blue Ridge, GA (not a hike, all the fall vibes)

Fall foliage rides: Sept 18–Nov 4, 2025
Tickets: multiple coach types; prices vary by car
Depot: 241 Depot St, Blue Ridge, GA
Website: https://brscenic.com/fall-rides/ | Facebook

Sit back and let the mountain color roll by. Kids love the train, you get stress-free scenery.

Vogel State Park — Blairsville, GA

• Hours: Park 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. daily. Visitor Center 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• Parking: $5 ParkPass per vehicle. Annual passes available.
• Address: 405 Vogel State Park Rd, Blairsville, GA 30512.
• Website: https://gastateparks.org/Vogel | Facebook

Easy family trails

• Lake Trahlyta Trail
  1-mile lakeside loop with a short spur to the Trahlyta Falls overlook. Stroller-friendly in sections and great for little legs.
• Bear Hair Gap Loop
  About 4–4.3 miles, moderate, with a signed spur to an overlook of Lake Trahlyta. A good step-up if your crew wants a longer walk.

When leaves usually peak
North Georgia color typically pops late October into early November. Check Leaf Watch for weekly updates before you go.

🎡 3. Mark Your Calendar for Fall Festivals and Fairs

Fall festivals are like a big party where everyone’s invited! 🎉 You’ve got food trucks, games, live music, and tons of activities for the kids. Whether it’s the rides, the food, or the crafts, there’s something for everyone. And don’t even get me started on the food—who can resist a good funnel cake? 😋

Georgia National Fair — Perry, GA

Dates: Oct 2–12, 2025
Gate admission: Adults 11+ $15, Seniors 60+ $10, Kids 10 and under free with paying adult
Deals: Flash sales and discount days announced on site and local news
Hours: Gates generally 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Daily schedules vary
Website: https://www.georgianationalfair.com/
Rides, concerts that are free with gate admission, baby animals, fireworks, and enough fair food to make everyone happy.

Ocmulgee Indigenous Celebration — Macon, GA

Dates: Sept 13–14, 2025, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. both days
Admission: Free. Off-site parking with shuttle from 171 Emery Hwy
Website: https://www.nps.gov/ocmu/planyourvisit/ocmulgee-indigenous-celebration.htm
Storytelling, dance, art, and living history from Southeastern Nations — beautiful, grounding, and very family-friendly.

Pumpkins & Paws — Macon, GA

• Date and time: Saturday, Oct 25, 2025, 12:00–4:00 p.m. AllEventsFacebook
• Where: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services, 4214 Fulton Mill Rd, Macon, GA 31216 AllEvents
• Admission: Free community event AllEvents
• What to expect: Vendors, food trucks, kids zone, pet costume fun, pumpkin decorating, free pet microchips, and free dog and cat adoptions. AllEventsFacebook
• Updates and details: See the event page for any changes or announcements. AllEventsFacebook

Bring your furry family member, a leash, and a tote for goodies. It’s a sweet way to spend a fall Saturday and maybe go home with a new best friend.

Note on school festivals in Perry, Bonaire, Centerville, and Warner Robins: dates publish close to event time on school PTO and city pages. Keep an eye on your school’s PTO feed and each city’s or school’s Facebook for the latest.

📸 Mama’s Note: Make The Most Of Your Fall Photos

• Chase golden hour. Late afternoon softens everything and keeps squints away.
• Let them play. Twirling in leaves, peeking over hay bales, powdered-sugar smiles from funnel cake — those are the keepers.
• Think ahead. A quick family snap now becomes your holiday card later. You will thank yourself in December.

2025 Fall Activities in Middle Georgia & Events

Fall in Middle Georgia is the best mix of cozy and fun. From pumpkin patches and crunchy leaf piles to local festivals and trails dressed in fall colors, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the season with your crew. These moments aren’t just fun—they make the kind of memories you’ll want to look back on year after year.

If you’ve been thinking about photos, fall is the perfect backdrop. We can plan a relaxed, kid-led session in the pumpkins or the leaves or fields—no pressure, just your family as you are.

🍂 Ready to snag a session? Send me a quick note and we’ll lock in your date.