As temperatures change and leaves start to drop, the fall season is the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy seasonal activities. Fairfax County offers an abundance of events and activities to welcome the season.
Here are the top fall activities in Fairfax, Virginia. They include options for all ages, from fall festivals to outdoor recreation.
Top vote getters
1. Cox Farms Fall Festival
15621 Braddock Road, Centreville
The fall festival at Cox Farms is a family favorite, offering a range of farm activities like hayrides, the Cornundrum corn maze, Imaginature Trail, and plenty of seasonal eats.
2. Hiking at Great Falls or Scott’s Run
9200 Old Dominion Drive, McLean; 7400 Georgetown Pike, McLean
These hiking trails offer a combination of woodland and riverfront trails, including Great Falls Park’s iconic scenic overlooks and waterfalls.
3. Celebrating Oktoberfest in Vienna
Church Street, Dominion Road, Mill Street and Town Green, Vienna
Vienna’s annual Oktoberfest is one of the largest in the region, shutting down historic Church Street for food, beer, live music and more activities.
Other notable fall activities
- Fairfax City’s annual fall festival
- Taking in foliage along the GW Parkway
- Birdwatching at Riverbend or Huntley Meadows
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Last vote: Poll: Best fall activities in Fairfax County
Last updated: Sept. 25, 2026