Best fall festivals and fairs in Houston in 2025
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Houston doesn't always experience crisp sweater weather or dramatic autumnal foliage. But you can still celebrate the season.
Here is a list of some of the best fall activities and festivals coming up:
Zoo Boo
What: Costumes are encouraged at this monthlong event that sees the Houston Zoo decked out with pumpkins and a Scary-Go-Round.
When: Sept. 26 to Oct. 31. 9am-5pm.
Where: Houston Zoo in Hermann Park.
P-6 Farms Fall Fest
What: Navigate through a corn maze, pick your own pumpkins and flowers, have a fall photo shoot, and enjoy other kid-friendly activities.
When: Weekends Sept. 27 to Nov. 2. 10am-6:30pm.
Where: P-6 Farms in Montgomery.
Houston's 50th annual Greek Festival
What: Taste authentic Greek food, wine and beer at the 57th annual festival. Plus, tour the cathedral and shop Greek art.
When: Oct. 2 to 4.
Where: Houston's Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral.
Texas Renaissance Festival
What: Enjoy the what is believed to be the nation's largest Renaissance theme park, featuring performances and people dressed in 17th-century garb.
When: Weekends from Oct. 11 to Nov. 30.
Where: Todd Mission, an hour northwest of Houston.
Diwali Mela
What: Celebrate the Indian festival of lights by enjoying a concert with classical dances, a bazaar and music.
When: Oct. 11. 5-10pm.
Where: Levy Park.
Katy Rice Harvest Festival
What: The annual rice harvest festivities include live music, a carnival, food trucks and a beer garden.
When: Oct. 11 and 12.
Where: Downtown Historic Katy Plaza.
ArBOOretum
What: Activities include a trick-or-treat nature trail and pumpkin decorating.
When: Oct. 18. 10am-4pm.
Where: Houston Arboretum & Nature Center.
Galveston's Island Oktoberfest
What: Enjoy German live entertainment, food and, of course, beer.
When: Oct. 24 and 25.
Where: Two blocks near the First Lutheran Church of Galveston.
Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival
What: There will be tens of thousands of pumpkins for sale, festival games, fall-themed food and a market.
When: Oct. 25. 11am-4pm.
Where: Nature Discovery Center in Bellaire.
Día de los Muertos celebration
What: Honor those who have passed at the third annual Día de los Muertos festival and parade. There will be people in costume, live music, arts and crafts, and concessions.
When: Oct. 25. The parade is 9-10am with the festival 10am-4pm.
Where: Hidalgo Park.