Ready for fall in Lake County? We’ve rounded up some of the best pumpkin patches, fall festivals, craft fairs, farm events and seasonal celebrations happening around Mount Dora, Eustis, Tavares, Sorrento and the surrounding area.
Fall may still feel a little like summer in Central Florida, but that doesn’t stop us from celebrating. From corn mazes and pumpkins to downtown festivals and Halloween fun, there are plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the season.
Last updated: August 2026. We’ll continue adding events as organizers release their 2026 schedules. Dates and event details can change, so always check the official event link before attending.
Quick 2026 Fall Calendar
| Date | Event | City | More Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept. 26–Nov. 15 | Great Scott Farms Fall Festival | Mount Dora | Details |
| Oct. 3–31 | 19th Annual Sorrento Pumpkin Patch | Sorrento | Details |
| Oct. 8 | Brass & Brews | Mount Dora | Details |
| Oct. 9–11 | Mount Dora Bicycle Festival | Mount Dora | Details |
| Oct. 17 | Mount Dora Fall Harvest Festival | Mount Dora | Details |
| Oct. 17 | Rocktoberfest & Monster Splash Fly-In | Tavares | Details |
| Oct. 24–25 | Mount Dora Craft Fair | Mount Dora | Details |
| Oct. 30 | Tavares BOO! Fest | Tavares | Details |
| Date TBD | Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival | Eustis | More information coming soon |
| Date TBD | Santa’s Farm Fall Festival | Eustis | More information coming soon |
| Date TBD | Leesburg Halloween Events | Leesburg | More information coming soon |
2026 Fall Festivals & Events
Great Scott Farms Fall Festival
Great Scott Farms is one of the area’s biggest fall destinations, with weekends full of old-fashioned farm fun.
The 2026 Fall Festival includes the farm’s seven-acre corn maze, pumpkin patch, jumping pillow, super slide, castle playground, farm tours, corn pit, vintage tractors, food and craft vendors, photo opportunities and more.
General admission is currently listed at $16 when purchased online and $20 at the gate, plus applicable taxes and fees. Children age 2 and younger are free.
View Festival Details & TicketsBrass & Brews
Brass & Brews returns to Mount Dora’s fall event calendar in October.
52nd Annual Mount Dora Bicycle Festival
One of Mount Dora’s longest-running events brings cyclists from around Florida to the hills and back roads surrounding the city.
The 2026 festival includes a variety of routes for different skill levels, from shorter rides to challenging hilly routes and a metric century. Riders age 15 and younger can participate free with an adult registration.
Festival Information & RegistrationMount Dora Fall Harvest Festival
The City of Mount Dora has placed its Fall Harvest Festival on the 2026 calendar for Saturday, October 17 in Sunset Park.
Rocktoberfest & Monster Splash Fly-In
Tavares combines fall festivities with the city’s aviation culture during Rocktoberfest & Monster Splash Fly-In.
Mount Dora Craft Fair
The Mount Dora Craft Fair is one of the biggest weekends of the year in downtown Mount Dora. More than 350 exhibitors from around the country fill the historic downtown streets with fine crafts, art and handmade goods.
The festival also includes food, music, beer, wine and other entertainment throughout the weekend.
Downtown gets extremely busy for this event, so consider using the available park-and-ride shuttle options rather than trying to park near the festival.
Craft Fair Details & Parking InformationPumpkin Patches & Fall Farm Fun
Looking for pumpkins, corn mazes and fall photo opportunities? These local farms and community patches are worth putting on your fall list.
Great Scott Farms
The Fall Festival runs weekends from September 26 through November 15, 2026, with a pumpkin patch, seven-acre corn maze, farm tours, jumping pillow, slides and other activities.
Fall Festival Details19th Annual Sorrento Pumpkin Patch
Sorrento
The East Lake County Chamber’s annual community pumpkin patch returns for its 19th year.
The Chamber currently lists the patch as open every day from Saturday, October 3 through Saturday, October 31, with hours listed as 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
View Chamber CalendarAmber Brooke Farms
Amber Brooke Farms typically hosts a large fall celebration with pumpkins and farm activities at its Eustis location.
Santa’s Christmas Tree Forest
Santa’s Christmas Tree Forest is another longtime Lake County seasonal farm that traditionally offers fall activities before transitioning into its Christmas season.
Halloween Events
Tavares BOO! Fest
BOO! Fest is one of the City of Tavares Recreation Department’s signature annual community events.
Leesburg Trick-or-Treat & Halloween Events
Downtown Leesburg traditionally celebrates Halloween with community trick-or-treating and activities for families.
Eustis Halloween & Fall Events
Eustis traditionally hosts several seasonal activities during October, including downtown events and family Halloween programming.
More 2026 Fall Events Coming Soon
August is still early for many of Lake County’s smaller fall and Halloween events. We’re watching local city calendars, farms, chambers and community organizations and will continue adding events as official 2026 information is released.
Amber Brooke Farms Fall Festival
Santa’s Farm fall activities
Eustis Halloween and fall celebrations
Leesburg Halloween events
Additional Mount Dora Halloween activities
Local trunk-or-treats
Haunted trails and family Halloween events
Smaller community festivals and markets
Planning Ahead?
Once fall winds down, Lake County moves straight into one of the busiest times of the year. Check out our guide to Christmas parades, tree lightings, holiday markets and seasonal celebrations throughout the Mount Dora area.
See the 2026 Holiday Events Guide
