Are you struggling trying to plan out next week's activities for your kiddos? Fall Break in Knoxville means lots of fun places to explore both indoors and outdoors. I have broken it down in sections for you to navigate easily and plan your adventures for this Fall Break!
Here’s a kid‑friendly fall break guide for Knoxville + surrounding towns. I’ve included a mix of free / low cost and paid ideas, plus indoor and outdoor options, so you can pick depending on weather, kids’ ages, and energy levels!
1. Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, Farms & Fall Festivals
- Oakes Farm
Where: 8240 Corryton Rd, Corryton, TN 37721
Has: Pumpkin patch, corn maze, fall games, hayrides, kids’ activities
Prices: Tickets start ~$20.95 online
- Deep Well Farm
Where: 9567 US-11, Lenoir City, TN 37772
Has: Corn maze, pumpkin patch, playground, “toddler town” area
Prices: Several ticket options starting ~$10
- Maple Lane Farms
Where: nearby (check their region)
Has: Corn maze, hayrides, haunted barn/woods (depending on season)
Prices: Admission & parking free, pay-per-activity style
2. Nature & Outdoors
- Ijams Nature Center
Where: 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920
Has: Hiking, trails, nature playground, maybe paddling or ropes features
Price: $5 per vehicle; Members Free
- House Mountain
Where: 9601 Hogskin Rd, Corryton, TN 37721
Has: Hike to scenic views; good for energetic kids
Prices: Free
- Seven Islands State Birding Park
Where: 2809 Kelly Ln, Kodak, TN 37764
Has: Birdwatching trails, riverside walks, and hiking trails
Prices: Free or low cost (park access)
https://tnstateparks.com/parks/seven-islands
**They will be hosting a Monarch Butterfly event for Children on Oct. 7th @ 10am
3. Museums, Indoor & Educational
- The Muse Children’s Museum
Where: 516 N Beaman St, Knoxville, TN 37914
Has: Science, interactive exhibits for toddlers and kids, arts and crafts section
Price: Day pass and membership available
- Knoxville Museum of Art
Where: 1050 Worlds Fair Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37916
Has: Aubrey Jaye’s Art Play is a unique, interactive play area for children of all ages. Hands-on activities, books, drawing easels, and a large-scale light board.
Price: Free
- Visit your local library for Storytime!
Visit our calendar to view specific times.
**Always check ahead for hours, ticket cost, and any required reservations.
