Tampa may be best known for its sandy beaches and sunny weather, but did you know that there's plenty to do in the city during autumn? From pumpkin patches to hayrides, Tampa has something for everyone to enjoy during the fall season. Here are ten of the best autumn activities in Tampa.
This state park is open year-round, but it's especially beautiful in the fall when the leaves are changing color. You can hike or bike through the park, and then pick your own pumpkins from the on-site pumpkin patch. Admission is $3 per car.
On Saturday and Sunday mornings in October, you can take a hayride around the Tampa Greyhound Track. After the ride, stick around and watch the greyhounds race. Admission is free.
This scream park features four different haunted attractions, including a haunted house, a haunted hayride, and a zombie paintball shoot. It's open Fridays and Saturdays in October from 7pm to 11pm. Admission is $20 per person.
Learn about Ybor City's spooky past on this 90-minute walking tour led by a local guide. You'll visit some of the most haunted spots in the city, including the Cuban Club and Centro Asturiano de Tampa. Tours are offered Thursdays through Sundays in October and start at $25 per person.
The Florida State Fair is held annually in February, but it's worth mentioning here because it's one of the biggest events of the year in Tampa. With rides, games, food vendors, and live entertainment, there's something for everyone at this 12-day fair. Admission is $12 for adults and $6 for kids ages 6-11.
This family-owned farm offers U-pick apples from September through November. In addition to apples, they also have U-pick strawberries, blueberries, and peaches (in season). Admission is free; prices for fruit vary depending on what you pick.
Busch Gardens celebrates Oktoberfest with German food, beer, and live entertainment every weekend throughout October. New this year is an unlimited beer sampler wristband for guests 21+. Oktoberfest is included with regular theme park admission which starts at $89 per person; unlimited beer samplers are an additional $30 per person on top of that admission price.
On Saturday mornings from October through April, you can browse through hundreds of vendors selling everything from antiques to handcrafted items to fresh produce—all without paying a dime in market fees! Admission is free; prices for items vary by vendor.
Cinebistro offers an upscale movie theater experience complete with reclining leather seats and wait service throughout the film. They offer new releases as well as classic films—check their website to see what's playing when you're in town. Tickets start at $13 per person.
This annual Renaissance fair takes place every weekend from February through March—but they also have a special Halloween event called "Harvest Huzzah" on October 27th & 28th featuring pumpkin carving demos, a costume contest, and more!. General admission tickets start at $34 per person; children 5 & under are free.
Keep busy when you travel to Tampa this autumn by experiencing all that Tampa has to offer! From picking your own pumpkins to attending Oktoberfest celebrations to enjoying medieval festivities, there's something for everyone to enjoy during fall in Tampa.