There’s something about fall in Westerville. Colorful parks and trails, crisp afternoons in Uptown, pumpkin patches, seasonal treats and some of the city’s favorite family traditions make this one of the best times of year to get out and explore together.
Start outdoors and take in the changing leaves along Westerville’s miles of trails or let the kids burn off some energy at one of the city’s many parks and playgrounds. Wander the paths at Inniswood Metro Gardens, explore the wetlands at Highlands Park or make an afternoon of hiking, playing and soaking up the season together.
Fall also brings plenty of reasons for families to celebrate. Pick the perfect pumpkin, enjoy local fall festivals and experience The Great Westerville Pumpkin Glow, when thousands of carved pumpkins light up the night. For families who like a little history with their Halloween fun, Uptown Ghost Story Tours share some of the people, places and stories behind Westerville’s past — along with a few tales that might just give everyone goosebumps.
Make time to explore Uptown Westerville, where a fall afternoon can easily turn into a family adventure. Browse locally owned shops, grab a coffee for the grown-ups and a sweet treat for the kids, discover colorful public art and stop for a family-friendly lunch or dinner along the way.
Looking for something you can all do together? Westerville is filled with hands-on experiences. Create your own candle, design a floral arrangement, make something one-of-a-kind or try a new activity as a family. You can also turn exploring the city into an adventure with the America250 Westerville Mural Trail, a free digital trail that takes families to 12 murals throughout Westerville while sharing the people, places and undertold stories that helped shape the city along the way. See how many you can find together!
And don’t forget to come hungry! From cozy coffee shops and sweet treats to locally owned restaurants and plenty of kid-approved favorites, there are lots of places to refuel between adventures.
Whether you’re planning a Saturday close to home, a full family weekend or a fall getaway, Westerville makes it easy to fill your days with outdoor adventures, seasonal fun, great food and experiences the whole family can enjoy.
Come see why fall looks good on Westerville.
Plan your family fall adventure at VisitWesterville.org.
