October is the month for pumpkin everything! From pumpkin patches to pumpkin decorating and pumpkin recipes, if you like pumpkin, you'll love October!
Click on each link to find the best of pumpkin fun for October!
Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes for 2026 in Central Virginia - A work in progress! Lynchburg Macaroni Kid helps you Find Your Family Fun® this fall!
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins - These chocolate chip pumpkin mini muffins are great for breakfast or anytime!
Easy to Make Orange "Pumpkins" - A Fun and Healthy Fall Snack!
10 Pumpkin Carving Tips and Tricks - From choosing a pumpkin to carving, here are a few pumpkin tips and tricks!
Two Ways to Get Your Pumpkin Spice Fix and Avoid the Sugar - Make your own pumpkin spice treats at home for a healthier option.
How to Roast a Pumpkin - Step-by-step tutorial and bonus tutorial for toasted pumpkin seeds!
No Carve Pumpkin Decorating - There are lots of great ways to decorate your pumpkin without carving!
Welcome Fall with Delicious Pumpkin Bread - This not-too-sweet, but flavorful bread is simple enough to make that the kids can help!
Fall Into Yum With This Pumpkin Smoothie - This easy smoothie tastes delicious and is good for you!
Who Needs Pie When You Have Pumpkin Torte - You'll want to save room for this special dessert!
Making Mini Pumpkin Pies is Easy as ... - Pie! There's no need to share with these miniature pumpkin pies.
Along with pumpkin everything, here's some additional October, Halloween, and fall family fun bonuses:
Lynchburg Macaroni Kid Fall Family Fun Bucket List - Here's 50+ ways to Find Your Family Fun® this fall!
10 Ways to Celebrate Autumn - It's time for fall fun with friends and family!
15+ Lynchburg and Virginia Fall Festivals You Don't Want to Miss - Let Lynchburg Macaroni Kid help you Find Your Family Fun® in Lynchburg and beyond this fall!
Oct. 1-18, 2026 Lynchburg and Central Virginia Fall Festivals and Fun - Part 1 of our October Fun Guide!
Oct. 19-31, 2026 Lynchburg and Central Virginia Fall Festivals and Fun - Part 2 of our October Fun Guide!
Here Are The Best Decorated Halloween Homes in Lynchburg VA for 2026 - From family-friendly to spooky, here are our favorite Halloween houses in the Lynchburg area!
Halloween: Shopping, Crafts, Treats, and Spooky Halloween Events - Shop, make crafts or treats, and go to spooky events to make your Halloween the best ever!
Lynchburg Area Trunk or Treat and Halloween Themed Events - Find ALL of the best Halloween themed events, including trunk or treats!
Lynchburg Area Trunk or Treat Events and Trick or Treat Areas for 2026 - Find ALL of the best trunk or treat events and trick or treat neighborhoods in the Lynchburg area!
Plan your family's October adventures now. Lynchburg Macaroni Kid helps you Find Your Family Fun® in any season! It's FREE to subscribe to our weekly newsletter, so click HERE and join the fun!
