Fall is here and is bathing the Munich area in vibrant colors. If you’re in the mood for a varied weekend, there are great opportunities for a fall outing all around the city on the Isar. In addition to classic pumpkin fields, we’ll show you the four most beautiful pumpkin festivals and pumpkin exhibitions around Munich. Be sure to mark these highlights on your calendar for September and October.
Children 15 and under get in free; teens (ages 16–17) start at 5 €; adults start at 10 €.
Thousands of pumpkins, international carving artists, and special activities such as pumpkin paddling make Kaltenberg Castle the ultimate fall highlight. If you’re looking for a special recommendation for your weekend getaway around Munich, the Pumpkin Worlds at Kaltenberg Castle in Geltendorf are just the thing. Over seven weekends, the historic castle setting transforms into an autumnal paradise featuring thousands of pumpkins, giant sculptures, carving demonstrations, and hands-on activities for the whole family. You can purchase tickets in advance on the organizer’s website.
The pumpkin exhibition at Hofis Erlebnispark transforms the grounds into a colorful fall setting with thousands of pumpkins, giant pumpkin sculptures, photo spots, a spooky maze, and fall treats. The exhibition runs from September through November and offers activities for the whole family. The pumpkin exhibition at the Dasing location begins on September 4, and in Lochhausen on September 11. Tickets can be purchased on the organizer’s website or at the ticket counter.
The Farm Festival at the Sickertshofen Estate
Children ages 4 and up, schoolchildren u0026amp; students: €4, adults: €8
For three days, everything at the Sickertshofen estate near Dachau revolves around this popular fall vegetable. Under the theme “Art & Pumpkins,” the estate invites you to its annual pumpkin harvest festival. Here you’ll find an impressive pumpkin exhibition —including giant pumpkins—as well as around 80 exhibitors showcasing their artistic or culinary creations. Entertainment and adventure are provided by a large corn maze and a straw bale maze, as well as a children’s theater for the little ones. In addition, there are over 100 varieties of pumpkins to discover, as well as a wide variety of regional foods and pumpkin dishes to enjoy. You can find more information about the event here.
The Pumpkin Festival at the Kiefl Garden Center
A day of fun for all ages: Take souvenir photos against the pumpkin backdrop, get creative at the hair wreath workshop, or burn off some energy with pumpkin golf, pumpkin bowling, and go-kart races. Culinary highlights and a wide variety of pumpkins for sale round out the family day at the Kiefl Garden Center. More info about the event is available here.
