The air is crisp, the leaves are turning, and Perry County is bursting with autumn adventures! Whether you’re hunting for the perfect pumpkin, craving a slice of small-town tradition, or looking for a fun night out with the family, October is full of events you won’t want to miss. Here’s your guide to fall fun in Perry County 👇
🎃 Perryville Pumpkin Farm — Open Through October 31
Celebrate the season at the Perryville Pumpkin Farm, where fall magic fills the air! Pick the perfect pumpkin, take a hayride, explore the corn maze, and enjoy delicious seasonal treats. It’s the ideal spot for families, photos, and fall memories that last.
📍 1410 Allens Landing Road, Perryville, MO
🕒 Open daily through October 31
🎟 Visit their Facebook page for hours and updates.
🏡 Saxon Lutheran Memorial Fall Festival — October 11
Step back in time at the 45th Annual Saxon Fall Festival in Frohna! Experience live music, heritage demonstrations, handmade crafts, and delicious old-fashioned food that celebrates the area’s rich German roots.
📅 Saturday, October 11 | 9 AM–3 PM
📍 296 Saxon Memorial Drive, Frohna, MO
💛 Family-friendly fun
👉 Learn more on our blog: https://visitperrycounty.com/saxon-fall-festival-perry-county/
🚗 Cruise-In & Rocktoberfest — October 11
After your day at the festival, head downtown for Cruise-In and Rocktoberfest! Enjoy an evening of live music, food, and classic cars lining the streets of Perryville’s historic square. It’s the perfect blend of small-town fun and big-time entertainment.
📍 Downtown Perryville Square
🎸 Saturday, October 11 | 5 PM–9 PM
🍗 Biehle Picnic — October 19
Nothing says “community” quite like the Biehle Picnic! Join friends and neighbors for homemade dinners, live music, games, raffles, and the kind of hospitality that Perry County is known for.
📅 Sunday, October 19 | Starting at 11 AM
📍 St. Maurus Parish Grounds, Biehle, MO
👻 Moonlight Madness — October 23
Downtown Perryville gets a festive (and slightly spooky!) glow during Moonlight Madness, our annual trick-or-treat event for kids. Businesses and organizations decorate their vehicles and set up along the downtown streets for safe, family-friendly fun. Kids can dress up, collect candy, and enjoy the magic of Halloween in the heart of town!
🕔 Thursday, October 23 | 5 PM–8 PM
📍 Downtown Perryville Square
🎃 Trick-or-treating, decorated cars, costumes, and candy galore!
🍂 Make Perry County Your Fall Destination
From pumpkin patches to parades of costumed kids, Perry County is the perfect place to soak in the sights, sounds, and flavors of autumn. Whether you’re a lifelong local or a weekend visitor, there’s something happening around every corner this October.
📸 Don’t forget to tag your adventures with #VisitPerryCounty — we love seeing your fall fun!
