The leaves are changing, a chill is in the air, and pumpkins are popping up all over town. The historic charm of Main Street combined with seasonal festivals and fall foliage make Saint Charles a must-visit this season. Look no further to find five reasons why St. Charles is the best Missouri town to visit in the fall.

 

Legends & Lanterns®

1. Make Halloween memories at Legends & Lanterns®

Legends & Lanterns® is a hauntingly spectacular festival that takes you on a journey through Halloween history. Notorious ghouls and villains that haunt historic downtown St. Charles where you can delight in memorable character interactions, explore historical exhibits, and immerse yourself in frightfully fun experiences suitable for guests of all ages. Join the fun during the last three weekends of October for an unforgettable celebration of all things spooky and spectacular.

 

Trick or Treat on Main

2. Trick-or-Treat on Historic Main Street

The merchants on Main Street roll out the orange carpet for you and your littles during the annual Trick-or-Treat on Main Street event. You’re invited to dress in your Halloween best on October 31 from 3 to 5 PM and take part in this fun, family-friendly trick-or-treat destination.

 

sucrose coffee and fruit pastry

3. Find pumpkin spice and everything nice

We take pumpkin spice very seriously around here. Whether you’re craving a pumpkin spice latte, chai, cookies, or even fudge, Main Street’s coffee shops and bakeries have everything you need. Stop by the Olde Town Spice Shoppe, where you can snag some pumpkin dust to whip up your own delicious pumpkin spice creations at home. Spice up your autumn with these delicious local treats.

 

Montelle Winery

4. Take a scenic drive through Historic Missouri Wine Country

Travel the two-lane roads into the southwest corner of St. Charles County and you’ll arrive at a place where history, nature, art, and award winning wine all come together to create a treasured destination. Fall is harvest time in Historic Missouri Wine County, the colors are richer and the wine is sweeter. Stay in the river valley for a hike, or bike, along the KATY Trail then discover your perfect blend at one of the regions beautiful wineries or breweries. The weather’s perfect for lounging in the vineyards.

 

5. Be the pick of the patch at a St. Charles pumpkin farm

Celebrate sweater weather with a trip to a pumpkin patch right here in St. Charles County. Start at Herman’s Farm & Orchard, where you can pick your own pumpkins, ride a hayride, and little ones can play on the castle playground and ride pedal tractors. For more fall fun, visit Centennial Farm’s Pumpkin Fantasyland in Augusta. Here, you can take a hayride to the pumpkin patch, where pumpkins, humorous graveyard scenes, and fun Halloween decorations await.  Afterwards, the kiddos can play on the playground while you shop at the farm stand. Experience the best of fall right here in Saint Charles.