The leaves will be turning soon and with it, the cooler fall temps. As we watch for the vibrant colors of red, burnt orange, and golden yellow and the change of the season creeps over the valley, September and October are a lovely time to visit this mountain town. Read on to learn of all the family-friendly, fun festivities happening in Heber this fall.

Scenic Drives

Take a meandering drive through the beautiful mountain terrain that surrounds the valley. Here are a few suggestions that are open seasonally (spring through fall) but are at their best during autumn.

Check out the top four recommended scenic drives in, around, and near Heber Valley!

Family-Friendly Activities

Pumpkin patches, hay mazes, corn mazes, and a scarecrow festival are just some of the fun festivities offered this time of the year.

Car Wash Haunted Drive-thru Tunnel:
Auto Spa Heber
255 N Main St, Heber City, UT 84032
October 20th, 21st, 27th, and 28th
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
$25 per vehicle (family friendly scare options available)
Proceeds benefit a local charity!
*Washcard and Fast Pass memberships not valid during haunted tunnel hours.

Local's Market:
Country Gardens & Nursery
1401 US-189, Heber City, UT 84032
September & October
Thursdays & Fridays from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturdays from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Pumpkin Patches:
Visit the following locations to explore the local pumpkin patch and pick your favorite pumpkin for the season. Be sure to check each location's hours in advance of your arrival!

Francis Family Farms Pumpkin Patch
840 N River Road, Midway, UT 84049
(Next door to Heber Valley Artisan Milk & Cheese and the Kohler Creamery)

Lynden Legacy's Fall Pumpkin Patch / Summerhouse Farms
2001 W 1200 S, Heber City, UT 84032
9/29/23 from 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
9/30/23 from 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Midway U-Pick Pumpkin Patch
Just off the corner of 500 S & Stringtown Rd, Midway, UT 84049

Ranch Farms U-Pick Daniel Pumpkin Patch
2715 Ranch Dr, Daniel, UT 84032
 

Spooky Train Rides:    
Heber Valley Railroad runs two seasonally themed trains in the fall. Come ride along on the Pumpkin Train or the Halloween Train and make some fun memories with the train staff. 

This year’s Pumpkin Train is a 40-minute ride complete with costumed characters and a pumpkin cookie for each guest.
Heber Valley Railroad
450 S 6th W, Heber City, UT 84032
October - Saturdays
10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM departure times

The Halloween Train features the infamous Hocus Pocus Sanderson Sisters on a 90-minute spooky train ride complete with additional costumed characters like roaming zombies and witches. Come dressed in your favorite costume for this fun train ride experience.
Heber Valley Railroad
450 S 6th W, Heber City, UT 84032
October - Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Events & Festivals

Plan for a full weekend of fun, sport, and community at the annual Schutzenski Festival at Soldier Hollow. This family-friendly event features skate skiing and biathlon competitions, food trucks, music, beer garden, and strong man competitions. Free to spectators!
Soldier Hollow
2002 Soldier Hollow Ln, Midway, UT 84049
October 12th through 15th

If horses are your thing, then you need to be at the annual Fall Draft Horse Round Up. The event runs October 13th and 14th. Then head back to watch the talented Heber Valley Mounted Shooters on October 20th and 21st. And get tickets now for the Wilderness Circuit Rodeo Finals happening November 3rd and 4th.

Trick-or-Treat

Heber Main Street Halloween Fest Trick-or-Treat Event: 
Join the fun along Heber Main Street on Friday, October 27th from 4:00 to 7:00 pm for lots of treats at the local stores. Enjoy trick-or-treating fun, a carnival fundraiser, food trucks, and more at the Heber City Tabernacle. Don your favorite costume and join the community party!
Heber City Tabernacle Building
75 N Main St, Heber City, UT 84032
Friday, October 27th
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Trunk-or-Treat & Chili Cookoff:
Spring Gardens Heber is hosting a family-friendly Trunk-or-Treat and Chili Cookoff on Saturday, October 28th from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. Come see the great scarecrow contest and vote on your favorite. Taste the local made chilis and enjoy the festivities.
Spring Gardens
551 E 1200 S, Heber City, UT 84032
Saturday, October 28th
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM