Pumpkin patch
4D Farm Fall Adventure
Cullman, AL
Large agritourism farm between Birmingham and Huntsville with fall attractions including a corn maze and pumpkins.
- When
- Opens Sept 26, 2026
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Halloween for Kids Near Birmingham 2026
13 kid-friendly Halloween events near Birmingham with 2026 dates confirmed on their official sites, across 10 towns. The earliest to open is 4D Farm Fall Adventure, on September 26. Every one is suggested for all ages and rated no more than 2 of 5 ghosts on our scare scale. 3 list free admission.
Pumpkin patch
Bennett Farms Pumpkin Patch
Heflin, AL
Farm pumpkin patch east of Birmingham with pick-your-own pumpkins, farm play attractions and live music on October Saturdays.
- When
- Tue, Thu, Sat & Sun in October 2026
- Hours
- Tue & Thu 2–5pm; Sat 9am–5pm; Sun 1–5pm
- Price
- Pumpkins priced individually
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Old Baker Farm Pumpkin Patch
Harpersville, AL
Historic family farm with a pumpkin patch and themed fall weekends, from a harvest kickoff to Cowboy Day and a late-October festival weekend.
- When
- Sept 26–Oct 31, 2026, with themed weekends
- Hours
- Weekdays 3–5pm; Sat 9am–5pm; Sun 1–5pm
- Price
- $15 per person; 1 and under free
Pumpkin patch
Pumpkin Junction
Calera, AL
Vintage train ride from the Calera depot to a pumpkin-patch stop with food vendors, pumpkins, inflatables and a hayride, about 25 minutes each way with an hour at the patch.
- When
- Weekends Oct 3–4, 10–11 & 17–18, 2026
- Hours
- Sat departures 10am, 1pm, 3pm; Sun 1pm, 3pm
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The Great Pumpkin Patch
Hayden, AL
Family-owned Peanuts-inspired pumpkin patch north of Birmingham with pumpkins, farm activities and fall photo spots; tickets can be bought online ahead of time.
- When
- Daily Sept 26–Nov 1, 2026
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8am–4pm; Fri–Sat 8am–6pm; Sun 1pm–6pm
Family event
Hoots & Howls
Birmingham, AL
Daytime zoo Halloween with a candy trail of ten treat stations, a noon costume parade and contest, magic and animal shows, a Dino Dance party and DJs.
- When
- Oct 10–11, 17–18, 24–25 and 31, 2026
- Hours
- 10am–4pm
- Price
- Included with zoo admission; Candy Trail wristband $15
Fall festival
Alabaster Fall Fest
Alabaster, AL
City-run Halloween-day festival with arts and crafts vendors, a trick-or-treat trail and pumpkin painting for kids.
- When
- Saturday, Oct 31, 2026
- Hours
- 10am–3pm
- Price
- Free
Fall festival
Birmingham Greek Festival
Birmingham, AL
Three-day festival of Greek food, pastries and culture at the downtown cathedral, with walk-up dining and a drive-thru.
- When
- Oct 1–3, 2026
- Hours
- 10:30am–9:30pm
- Price
- Free admission
Fall festival
Día de los Muertos at Sloss Furnaces
Birmingham, AL
All-ages Day of the Dead festival at the historic Sloss Furnaces with community ofrendas, a memorial roll call, music, dance, a procession, food and art.
- When
- Monday, Nov 2, 2026
- Price
- $15 advance; $20 from Nov 2
Fall festival
Helena's Buck Creek Festival
Helena, AL
Community fall festival by Buck Creek with live music, regional craft and retail vendors and festival food.
- When
- Fri–Sat Oct 9–10, 2026
- Hours
- Fri 6–10pm; Sat 10am–8pm
Fall festival
Homewood Fall Festival
Homewood, AL
Parks-department fall afternoon at Central Park with kids' inflatables, a costume contest, a DJ and food trucks.
- When
- Sunday, Oct 25, 2026
- Hours
- 2pm–5pm
Fall festival
Mt Laurel Fall Festival
Birmingham, AL
Free street festival in the Mt Laurel town center with artisan vendors, farmer pop-ups, local restaurants, food trucks and live music.
- When
- Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
- Hours
- 10am–3pm
- Price
- Free
Fall festival
Pinson Butterbean Days
Pinson, AL
Two-day small-town fall festival with craft vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, a car show and a butterbean cooking contest.
- When
- Oct 2–3, 2026
Quick Answers
What kid-friendly Halloween events are open near Birmingham in 2026?
4D Farm Fall Adventure, Alabaster Fall Fest, Bennett Farms Pumpkin Patch, Birmingham Greek Festival, Día de los Muertos at Sloss Furnaces, Helena's Buck Creek Festival, and 7 more. Each has its 2026 dates, hours and prices on its own page.
When do kid-friendly Halloween events open near Birmingham in 2026?
The earliest in this guide is 4D Farm Fall Adventure on September 26, 2026.
What Halloween events near Birmingham are not scary at all for little kids?
4D Farm Fall Adventure, Bennett Farms Pumpkin Patch, Birmingham Greek Festival, Día de los Muertos at Sloss Furnaces, Helena's Buck Creek Festival, Homewood Fall Festival, and 6 more are rated 1 of 5 ghosts: not scary.
Which pumpkin patches near Birmingham are good for kids?
4D Farm Fall Adventure, Bennett Farms Pumpkin Patch, Old Baker Farm Pumpkin Patch, Pumpkin Junction and The Great Pumpkin Patch, all suggested for all ages.
Are there free kid-friendly Halloween events near Birmingham?
Yes: Alabaster Fall Fest, Birmingham Greek Festival and Mt Laurel Fall Festival list free admission on the official site.
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