Fall has officially arrived in America’s Friendliest College Town, bringing crisp mornings, pumpkin patches, orange-and-black traditions, and plenty of reasons to get outside and explore Stillwater!
Welcome Fall at GardenFest
Celebrate the season at GardenFest at The Botanic Garden at OSU on September 26. Browse local vendors, enjoy hands-on activities for kids, and shop the popular pumpkin and mum sale while taking in the beauty of the gardens.
Pick a Pumpkin
Make a fall day of it at The Twelves Pumpkin Patch, open Thursdays through Sundays from September 24 through October 25. Pick out a pumpkin, visit the farm animals, explore the new playground, and enjoy seasonal treats, shopping, and family-friendly activities. And don’t miss their fall festival on October 17th featuring live music, local vendors, delicious food, and tons of fall-themed fun!
Add another stop to your fall adventure at the Noon Lions’ Pumpkin Patch, open daily September 19-October 31! Co-sponsored by the Stillwater Noon Lions Club and Highland Park United Methodist Church, the fundraiser features pumpkins and gourds galore, perfect for adding a little fall flair to your home. Even better, your purchase helps support local community projects, including vision and hearing screenings, eyeglasses, scholarships, school supplies, mission trips, and other local needs!
Experience Fall Downtown
On October 3, head downtown for Block 34 and Downtown Stillwater Oktoberfest, featuring food, vendors, live entertainment, and plenty of fall fun. While you're there, stroll through downtown to see the annual Scarecrow Contest, running October 3–25.
Go All In for Homecoming
There’s nothing quite like fall in a college town. OSU Homecoming returns October 18–24 with beloved traditions including the Orange Fountain Dyeing, Walkaround, Pep Rally, and the Sea of Orange Parade. The week culminates with Oklahoma State football vs. Colorado on October 24.
Keep the Fall Fun Going
From free live music at Block 34 to local markets, craft shows, and seasonal events, there’s always something happening around Stillwater. And when Halloween arrives, downtown gets festive with its annual Halloween Festival on October 27.
Whether you're searching for the perfect pumpkin, cheering on the Cowboys, or simply enjoying a cool evening downtown, fall is a wonderful time to experience Stillwater!
Explore more seasonal events and start planning your fall at VisitStillwater.org!
