Things to Do in Montgomery County This Weekend: October 9-11, 2026
Published October 8, 2026 - Updated October 8, 2026
By John Smart (Smarty), A.I. Certified Agent™ with eXp Realty
Montgomery County runs on fall festivals this weekend, October 9-11, 2026: Northern Star Farm's Fall Fest in Trappe, the Nor-View Farm Fall Fun Festival in King of Prussia and the Elmwood Park Zoo Harvest Fest in Norristown. Every event below was verified against official event pages, venue sites and local news, with the town, venue, days, times and cost written out so you can plan your weekend.
Saturday & Sunday: Fall Festivals Across the County
Northern Star Farm Fall Fest
Town: Trappe
Venue: Northern Star Farm, 112 East 3rd Avenue
When: Saturdays and Sundays through November 1, 10 AM-5 PM (last admission 4 PM)
Cost: $15 per person in October, includes the listed activities
The Wismer family's annual fall festival offers a pumpkin patch, hayrides, a corn maze, pony rides, farm animals and the Farm Arcade, with pumpkin painting and pedal carts available for an additional fee; see the Northern Star Farm Fall Fest page.
Nor-View Farm Fall Fun Festival
Town: King of Prussia
Venue: Nor-View Farm, 670 N. Henderson Road
When: Saturday, October 10, 10 AM-6 PM
Cost: $12 admission
Upper Merion Township's annual festival at Nor-View Farm features wagon rides, a corn maze, children's farm games, food trucks, live music, a beer garden and a pie-eating contest; details are on the Upper Merion Township page.
Elmwood Park Zoo Harvest Fest
Town: Norristown
Venue: Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Boulevard
When: Saturdays and Sundays through late October, 10 AM-4 PM
Cost: Free with zoo admission
The zoo's fall celebration adds seasonal activities and family fun to a day with the animals; see the Elmwood Park Zoo site for hours and admission.
A Note on the Montco Jazz Fest
The 5th annual Montco Jazz Fest, celebrating music, culture and community across Montgomery County, wrapped up in September. If you missed it, mark the calendar for next fall, and enjoy the county's farm-festival season in the meantime.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's happening in Montgomery County this weekend, October 9-11, 2026?
Fall festivals are the theme. Northern Star Farm's Fall Fest runs Saturday and Sunday in Trappe, Nor-View Farm holds its Fall Fun Festival on Saturday in King of Prussia, and the Elmwood Park Zoo Harvest Fest continues in Norristown.
What can families do in Montgomery County this weekend?
All three events are family-friendly. Northern Star Farm offers hayrides, a corn maze, pony rides and farm animals, Nor-View Farm adds children's farm games and a pie-eating contest, and the Elmwood Park Zoo Harvest Fest pairs animals with seasonal activities.
Are there any free events in Montgomery County this weekend?
The Elmwood Park Zoo Harvest Fest is free with zoo admission, though zoo entry is paid. Northern Star Farm charges $15 per person in October and Nor-View Farm charges $12, with some add-on activities extra at both.
What festivals are happening in Montgomery County this weekend?
Northern Star Farm Fall Fest (Trappe) and Nor-View Farm Fall Fun Festival (King of Prussia) are the two dedicated festivals this weekend, and the Elmwood Park Zoo Harvest Fest continues its fall run in Norristown.
Smarty's Pick: Northern Star Farm Fall Fest
My pick for Montgomery County this weekend is Northern Star Farm Fall Fest in Trappe, open Saturday and Sunday, 10 AM-5 PM. The $15 admission covers a hayride, the corn maze, farm animals and the Farm Arcade, which makes it one of the best value farm outings in the county. Come early, bring the family, and give the pumpkin patch a proper look before you leave.
A Note on Plans: Confirm Before You Go
Event times, parking, vendors and ticket prices can shift as the weekend gets closer, so confirm details with each organizer before you head out. A quick check of the official event pages linked above is the best way to avoid a closed gate or a sold-out entry window.
Make a Weekend of It: Scout a Neighborhood
Festival weekends are also a great time to explore a town you might call home. Notice how the streets feel, whether parking is easy, and whether the shops and restaurants match your routine. For honest, local guidance on which communities fit your wish list, schedule a chat with Smarty, and compare the rest of the region in our Philadelphia Region weekend guide.
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John Smart, known as Smarty, is an A.I. Certified Agent™ with eXp Realty and the founder of Smarty Home Solutions, serving Greater Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley with more than 30 years of real estate experience. Whether you are buying, selling or just scouting a neighborhood, he can help you make a smarter move.