If There’s One Fall Festival You Attend in Arizona, Make It the Willis Farm October Festivities

Fall festivals in Arizona are among the greatest highlights of the season. Corn mazes, pumpkin patches, hayrides—we get excited for these autumnal activities every year! One of the best—and most underrated—festivals in the state can be found at Willis Farm in Snowflake. It features two corn mazes (plus a haunted one!), a sprawling pumpkin patch, a train ride, games, and several other attractions the whole family will surely enjoy. Get ready for one of the best fall festivals in Arizona!

When autumn rolls around, The Willis Farm in Snowflake is the place to be. Home to one of the best fall festivals in Arizona, this family-run farm features all sorts of wholesome festivities throughout the month of October. Between choosing the perfect gourd in the pumpkin patch, challenging yourself in one of the corn mazes, and more, there's so much fun to have at this farm in the fall.

Spend some time traipsing through the pumpkin patch, where you'll find pumpkins of all different varieties to choose from. Envision how you want your front porch to look this Halloween, then load up a wheelbarrow with your selections. Pumpkins are sold by the pound. In addition to pumpkins, you'll find a variety of gourds, Indian corn, and cornstalk bundles for sale—all the necessary components for a festive outdoor display!

Two separate corn mazes will keep the fall fun going all day long. There's the smaller Agrifact Corn Maze and the Big Corn Maze. Can you navigate the tricky twists and turns to find your way out?

The Big Corn Maze transforms into a terrifying, haunted attraction on select Friday and Saturday nights in October. Evil lurks around every corner, just waiting to pop out from deep within the field and scare you into oblivion. Will you make it? Will you survive?

Please note that groups must have between six and ten people for the haunted maze. Parties of fewer than six will be combined with the next group in line. On two select dates this year, Oct. 17 and Oct. 27, 2025, there is also a kid-friendly night that significantly tones down the scare factor. Make sure to arrive 10-15 minutes before your time slot to keep things running seamlessly!

Other activities include firepits for making s'mores, a train, and a game zone for an additional fee. This year also marks the first annual Farm/Maze Color Run, scheduled for Sept. 27, 2025, the opening day for The Willis Farm October Festivities. The event starts at 7 a.m., and you may choose to walk if you don't want to run. This fun 5K is for all ages with a $25 entry fee per person. There will also be a Herd Relay Race at 8 a.m. and a Kid Race for ages 4-8.

Have you ever been to Willis Farm during October? No matter what fun activities you decide to try at Willis Farm this fall season, be sure to take lots of pictures—the festive photo ops are endless! Visit the Willis Farm website or Facebook page for more information, such as dates and hours for this year, pricing details, and a full list of events.

While you're in the area and looking for another attraction, check out this national park with fossilized trees dating back over 200 million years. Feeling inspired? Try planning your own fall trip to Arizona using Only In Your State’s itinerary planner.