The Best Fall Attractions in Wisconsin Dells

When the leaves start to fall and the air turns crisp that means it’s time to switch gears from jampacked summer schedules to settling into more relaxing activities. Autumn is many people’s favorite season, as the weather is still nice enough to get out and about, but the sweltering heat’s nowhere to be found. Plus, with the spooky delights of Halloween and the family gatherings of Thanksgiving, the season gives so many opportunities for fun and fulfillment! 

If you plan on being in Wisconsin Dells this fall, be sure to check out this list of great activities and events you can participate in so you and the whole family can have an amazing time!

Get in the fall spirit by going to one of the several festivals held in Wisconsin Dells in the fall. Some options include:

• The Wo-Zha-Wa Festival – Held in the middle of September just before the onset of fall, this festival features an arts and crafts fair, a farmers market, carnival rides, fair food, live music, bounce houses, an antique market, a parade, and much more. In short, it’s one of the best ways to kick off fall with the fam!
• Wisconsin Dells Wine Walk – Held annually early October, this is a great event for couples or groups of friends who love wine tastings. Local restaurants and bars offer up their finest vintages alongside hors d’oeuvres during the four-hour event. Shuttles are also provided.
• Craft Beer Walk – Currently in its 11th year, this mid-October festival lets you stroll downtown Wisconsin Dells while sampling artisanal beers with friends and family.
• Fall Tap Takeover – Previously named Dells on Tap, this festival is dedicated to microbreweries in Wisconsin and celebrating the state’s love of craft beer. More than 60 brews are sold during this mid-October fest, and VIP tickets and combo tickets for the Craft Beer Walk are also available.

One of the best ways to appreciate fall is to get back to nature and give yourself a break from the hustle-bustle. At Birchcliff Resort, we provide cozy cabins with all the amenities of home, along with a sprawling campus filled with activities. When you stay with us during the fall, you can:

• View the lovely fall foliage along our hiking trail
• Visit our petting zoo
• Play basketball, tennis, or shuffleboard
• Get toasty by a firepit
• Let the kids go wild at our playground 

Every Saturday and Sunday of October, the Riverside & Great Northern Railway offers rides on the Great Pumpkin Train, a mini steam train that that travels along a scenic three-mile stretch of track. It’s a great adventure for the little ones, especially those who are totally fascinated by trains!

Best yet, every kid 12 and under gets a free pumpkin, setting them up for even more activities back home, whether it’s carving with the help of a parent or pumpkin painting!

Open through October 31, this farm really packs in the fun for families, offering a petting zoo, haywagon ride, corn maze, concession stand, and more! And this is in addition to the many types of produce they offer for sale, including blueberries, raspberries, sweet corn, tomatoes, and strawberries. And don’t forget to stop by their pumpkin patch for a variety of pumpkins and squashes. 

The kids will particularly love the farm’s play village that features an obstacle course, tire swings, slides, a wooden pirate ship, ring toss, climbing ropes, human hamster wheels, a bean bag toss, and loads more!

Since Wisconsin Dells is a major tourist destination, it offers many great activities for visitors throughout the year, and that includes ones for lovers of the strange and unusual. Some wonderfully creepy options to put on your list include:

• The Haunted Mansion – This haunted house in the heart of downtown offers plenty of scary delights sure to entertain every member of the family
• Ghost Outpost – Yet another haunted house in the area, the Ghost Outpost pulls out all the stops when it comes to giving you a frightfully good time
•  Ghost Boat – Wisconsin Dells is famous for its boat tours, and this special tour features a terrifying story jazzed up with live actors, props, fog, flashing lights, scary sounds, and more – recommended for adults and children 10 and up
• Haunted History Tour – Take the Ghost Trolley to uncover the haunted underbelly of Wisconsin Dells in this 90-minute tour perfect for the Halloween season

If you happen to be in Wisconsin Dells on October 31, make sure the kids don’t miss out on the spooky fun! Trick-or-treating is held throughout Wisconsin Dells neighborhoods, but also many area businesses downtown have participated in years past. Check the city website for information as the date approaches to ensure your little goblins and witches can stock up on candy!

Ready to have an amazing fall in Wisconsin Dells? It all starts with a cabin tucked away from it all at Birchcliff Resort! Be sure to browse our cabin rentals and contact our team with any questions or to secure your spot!