Families can explore pumpkin patches at Mrs Dowsons Farm, Ridgeway Farm and Thornton Hall Country Park, while food lovers can enjoy Fusion 2025 in Mitton.
Art and culture enthusiasts won’t want to miss Preston’s Encounter Festival or the British Textile Biennial.
Halloween thrill-seekers can get their scares at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Farmaggedon or join haunted tours and themed events across the county.
Check out our picture gallery to see the sights, tastes and thrills of autumn in Lancashire:
1. September 20 – Encounter Festival, Preston
Celebrate 10 years of music, theatre, and dance as Preston’s streets come alive with arts, motion and magic. | Just So - Anna Hornby.
2. October 2 – November 2 – British Textile Biennial
Explore stunning exhibitions across East Lancashire, from Blackburn Cathedral to the Ashton Memorial, celebrating the county’s textile heritage and global influence. | Google
3. October 13 – 19 – Fusion 2025, Mitton
A week-long culinary celebration in the Ribble Valley with Michelin-Star chefs, creative dishes, and unforgettable flavours. | submit
4. October 4 – 31 – Mrs Dowsons Farm Pumpkin Picking, Blackburn
Pick your perfect pumpkin from a three-acre patch, enjoy carnival games, meet farm animals, and make Instagram-worthy memories. | Contributed Photo: site
5. October 11 - November 2 - Thornton Hall Country Park Spooks
Little ones can enjoy Mischief Manor, Trick or Treet Street, live shows, pumpkin carving and family-friendly frights. | Thorton Hall Farm
6. Pumpkin Festival, Ridgeway Farm, Blackpool
Pick homegrown pumpkins, explore autumn-themed orchards, and decorate your pumpkin in a magical barn while sampling seasonal treats. | Google