It’s time for apple cider, pumpkins and sweaters! Fall will be here before you know it and your calendar will be full with school and work – don’t let fun leave with summer though! We have so many fun fall events in Vancouver and throughout Clark County that you need to make time for. Check out this list of fall activities near Vancouver, Washington, and set your reminders now!

Fall Events in September

Camas Art & Wine Walk

September 6, 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Downton Camas

Downtown Camas Merchants is hosting a fun evening of tasting local wines while enjoying food, shops and art, all accompanied by live music. The event is 21 and over and is a fundraiser for the Camas Students & Families Foundation.

Vancouver Haunted Walking Tours

September 12-13, 19-20, 26-27
October 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25
Clark County Historical Museum
1511 Main Street, Vancouver

Nothing will get you into the spooky season spirit more than a Haunted Walking Tour in Vancouver! The Clark County Historical Museum hosts these fun events most Fridays and Saturdays in September and October. Walk the streets and learn about the ghostly haunts that are Vancouver’s oldest residents. Tickets must be purchased in advance on Eventbrite. For more information, visit the Clark County Historical Museum website or call 360.993.5679.

Fall Leaves and Headless Horseman Halloween Run Train Ride

September 13-14, fall leaves
October 11-12, fall leaves
October 25-26, headless horseman Halloween run
Chelatchie Prairie Railroad
207 Railroad Ave, Yacolt

See the changing fall colors from the seat on the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad – it’s a pleasant ride the entire family will love. Then, at the end of October, hit the rails for a ghoulishly fun time with the Headless Horseman Halloween Run. For more information, visit the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad website.

Community & Food Resource Fair

September 17, 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Camas Farmers Market
4th Ave, between Everett and Franklin

Are you a foodie? The Camas Farmers Market is hosting a Community & Food Resource Fair where you can meet local organizations, learn about essential services and celebrate fresh, local produce. Of course, there will be lots of yummy food to eat, too.

Alderbrook Park Oktoberfest

September 27, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
24414 NE Westerholm Road, Brush Prairie

What’s more fun than dachshund races, cornhole, live music, good food and lots of beer? Not much, so head to Alderbrook Park for a fun Oktoberfest celebration in Brush Prairie! Activities include mini golf, train rides, bounce houses, pedal boats, a pirate ship and various play structures all included with your admission! Shop over 100 craft vendors and eat your fill at the food trucks, snack shacks, beer gardens and more.

Cornbread Day

September 27, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Cedar Creek Grist Mill
43907 NE Grist Mill Rd, Woodland

The Cedar Creek Grist Mill is a historical spot and a great place for the whole family to spend the day. At their annual cornbread day, watch how it’s made! Then, taste some incredible varieties including cornbread made with fruit jam, hot peppers, cheese and more.

Camas Plein Air Event & Tribute to Marquita

September 27, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
RedDoor Gallery
411 NE Dallas Street, Camas

Do you love to paint? Come paint the fall rainbow that fills Camas’ tree-lined streets with this incredible event. It’s $30 to enter your painting, with $2,800 in cash prizes being awarded. Paintings must be complete in the open air, on site, in Camas on September 27. Learn more about the rules and register on the Downtown Camas website.

Fall Events October

October Pumpkin Pageant & Wizard of Oz Costume Contest

October 3, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Downtown Camas

Start your Halloween fun early at this event in downtown Camas. Check out the businesses that have carved or decorated pumpkins and then judge which is best! Dress as your favorite character from the “Wizard of Oz” and enter the costume contest. There will be prizes for adults and children. There will also be games, activities, photo ops, live music and more!

Old Apple Tree Festival

October 4, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Old Apple Tree Park
112 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver

Apples are synonymous with fall, so it only makes sense to honor the oldest apple tree in the Northwest with a festival! There will be family activities, food, music and more at the Old Apple Tree Festival. Learn the history of the Vancouver apple tree and get a free cutting. Bring your own apples and have them pressed into cider.

Dozer Days

October 4-5, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Clark County Event Center
17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield

Dozer Day Vancouver is a unique event where the whole family can operate heavy equipment! Drive an excavator or a bulldozer. Professionals will be right there next to you, with special help for those 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased at the Dozer Day webpage.

Washington State Toy Show

October 18, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Clark County Event Center
17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield

Love classic and vintage toys and games? Don’t miss the Washington State Toy. From comic books and action figures to LEGO and video games, you can find it all here. More information can be found on the Washington State Toy Show website.

The Grimoire Exhibition & Market

October 18-19, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Clark County Event Center
17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield

This spooky market is sure to put you in the Halloween spirit. Filled with themes you are familiar with from pop culture trends, including “Harry Potter,” “Sabrina the Teenage Witch” and more, find all kinds of spooky, mystical, horrifying and ghoulish items. Wear your costume and have fun. Find out more and purchase tickets on the Grimoire Academy website.

Apple Pressing

October 25, 9 a.m.
Cedar Creek Grist Mill
43907 NE Grist Mill Rd, Woodland

Go back to the Cedar Creek Grist Mill for some cider! They press around 10,000 pounds of apples into fresh, local cider. It’s distributed until gone, so get there early! Children are invited inside the Mill to help the volunteers press the cider. More information can be found on the Cedar Creek Grist Mill website.

Boo Bash

October 29, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
downtown Camas

Downtown Camas will have a trick-or-treat event the Wednesday before Halloween. Just one more excuse to wear that costume! The event will be rain or shine and kids will get plenty of candy and other prizes from participating businesses.

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