There’s no real way to sugar-coat this, so we’re just going to say it – fall in Los Angeles is something of an elusive phenomenon. Unlike northeastern regions of the country, there’s no nip in the air or crispness to the breeze, and any dramatic color changes normally take place in fashion rather than on trees. What’s more, some of the warmest (and most wild-fiery) days land in these months, which is really odd when you stop to think about it.

Angelinos, for the most part, think of autumn as that period after most of the tourists typically flee and just before Christmas lights go up, but even if you’re still sunning yourself in that curve-hugging swimsuit on L.A.’s beaches come October, there’s no ignoring the signs: the impulse to add to your reading list, to buy sweaters you won’t wear for weeks, to throw a scarf on over your sundress and maybe even order seasonal squash dishes.

Regardless, this roundup collects the best things to do around Woodland Hills during the fall season – or, at least, activities that will help it feel more like autumn in the Golden State.

Seasonal Adventures Inc., located at 144 West Los Angeles Avenue #106-287 in Moorpark, has been helping families form new memories with lasting traditions, ultimately becoming a place where families spend a day playing and laughing while picking out their pumpkins and Christmas trees. Greg Cole and Rob Lambert purchased the business in 1994 and it has remained the largest privately-owned pumpkin and Christmas tree retailer in the country, the pumpkin patch in particular providing a safe and fun environment while supplying the best quality pumpkins for you and your family. Open daily until October 31 Monday through Thursday from 3 pm to 9 pm, Friday from 3 pm to 10 pm, Saturday from 11 am to 10 pm and Sunday from 11 am to 9 pm. Closing 7 pm on Halloween.

Tapia Bros. Farm, located at 5251 Hayvenhurst Avenue in Encino, is a family-owned-and-operated produce stand that grows and sells fresh items regularly, but during these fall months, the farm transforms into a fun haven for people of all ages with a train ride around a corn maze and into the fields beyond. Additionally, you can bring the kids for the pony rides and petting zoo, available every weekend throughout October. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm.

Underwood Family Farms, located at 3370 Sunset Valley Road in Moorpark, is a grower of a wide variety of fresh vegetables and fruits, offering a selection of services and activities tailored for the entire family including pick-your-own produce, birthday parties at the Farm Animal Center, educational school tours, gift baskets (shipped anywhere in the U.S.) and the annual Fall Harvest Festival in October. Running now until the 31st, the Fall Harvest Festival encompasses a giant pumpkin patch and a pick-your-own fall harvest experience, complete with games, rides, photo ops, live entertainment, themed weekends, bands and more. Weekends include all performances, bands, demonstrations and entertainment while pick-your-own activities allow you to choose fruit, vegetables and flowers while enjoying tractor-pulled wagon rides around the farm. Visits with adorable animals at the aforementioned Animal Center are offered daily. Open daily from 9 am to 6 pm.

Sloan’s Ice Cream, located at 6250 Topanga Canyon Boulevard Suite 1560 in Los Angeles, offers lots of unique flavors and isn’t just for enjoying during the summer months – consider the fact that the heavenly aroma of freshly-baked waffle cones, cookies and brownies hit you as soon as you walk through the door, to say nothing of the walls of bulk candy, fabulous chocolates, chocolate apples and whimsical gifts, and you’ll quickly discover for yourself why Sloan’s is the place to be after a day of fall activities. Open Monday through Thursday from 11 am to 11 pm, Friday from 11 am to 12 am, Saturday from 10 am to 12 am and Sunday from 10 am to 11 pm.

Woodland Hills Farmers Market, located at 5650 Shoup Avenue, was established in 2022 and has become unique what with its more than 30 vendors of all kinds, live music, kids activities, free entry and parking and much more. From farm-fresh produce to hummus, dips, yogurts, granola, hot food, wine, teas and coffees, the market is a go-to favorite amongst Woodland Hills residents in-the-know who always return for the sense of community within the ranks of the vendors themselves. Open Saturdays from 9 am to 2 pm.

As summer makes its exit, fall enters with a burst of orange and yellow hues, even in SoCal. Get ready to opt for that warm latte and make the most of this season around Woodland Hills by checking out some of the stuff on our ultimate fall “things to do” list.